Roosevelt craze sparks split in party factions
A dated editorial rails at Roosevelt support and the wave of enthusiasm. It denounces Roosevelt Democrats as inconstant and defends Standpat Democrats tied to Jefferson and Jackson foundations. It skewers figures like Hearst Cummins Nick and Alice, urging anti Roosevelt alignment and party unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Eliza Jane
Jera
Ty Thal
Hearst
Lincoln
Garfield
McKinley
Cummins
Bryan
Democratic Party
Democracy
Influence of wives and mothers in political campaigns
The note recalls Nick Longworth and Alice aiding Red Landis in Indiana to defeat him. It claims social divisions formed by women on preferred lists, with those recognized supporting Landis and others backing the Democrat. The speaker urges wives and sweethearts to quiet their influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dennis
Alice
Landis
Nick
Burchard
Acord
Roosevelt
Foraker
Nick Longworth
Indiana
Red Landis
Republicans and Democrats Hold Parallel District Meeting at Delano
The First Congressional District parties met Wednesday at the Hotel Delano in Burlington to plan their fall tickets. Republicans boasted many titled leaders while Democrats featured fewer title holders, with both sides noting lively but orderly gatherings. Present were A R Miller, W A Page, N F Reed, and numerous local officials and supporters from multiple counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First
Burlington
Hotel
Delano
Hawk-Eye
A. R. Miller
State Central Committee
First District
W. A. Page
Chicago
N. F. Reed
Ottumwa
State Central
A. H. Sumner
Taisrfield
George Rogers
Wever
F. E. Sternberg
Fort Madison
H. J. Eppers
Montrose
Alex Miller
Washington
Stanley Miller
Mt. Pleasant
Wilbur Miller
John Healy
Fairfield
Janes R. Willis
J. E. Spence
Milton
J. P. Manatry
Kk. M. Sexton
Sam Kellogg
A. J. Laird
Ainsworth
Hanna
Wintiela
Dr. Clark
J. McKinnon
Charles McFarland
Lowell
C. F. Franke
Republican State Central Committee
Charles A. Kennedy
Congress
LaMonte Cowle
The
Fish District
Marsh W. Bailey
Geo. BK. Stewart
Ft. Madison
United States District
Col. Charlies J. Wilson
Wahington
F. M. Mossberry
Columbus Junction
Charles K. Needham
Wahington Press
A. W. Miller
Henry County
F. M
Campaign attendance and titles stir local voters
The piece lists Jefferson county and surrounding areas delegates and candidates for representatives including Samuel M. McWleery Enoch Beery Charles J Fulton and Thos J Reany along with party workers like Captain Lot Abraham Frank King Sol Caveny Guy Tomlinson and Dr W E Whetstine editor of the Columbus Junction Safeguard. It notes the humorous ascent of the title Doctor for Dr Whetstine and questions the relevance of titles for common folks in the campaign.
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Junkin
Jefferson County
Ed, Hicksin
Lousia County
Oscar McCrary
van Buren County
Charles C. Clark
Des Moines
Samuel M. McWleery
Washinton County
Enoch Beery
Henry County
Charles J. Fulton
Thos. J. Reany
Louisa County
Captain Lot Abraham
Frank King
Sol Caveny
Mount Pleasant
Guy Tomlinson
Morning Sun
W. E. Whetstine
Volumbus Junction
The Democrats' Mistake and Standput Democracy
The writer argues Democrats erred by praising Roosevelt's administration and by endorsing Cummins. He warns that one-party worship harms the republic and calls for two parties. He insists on Standput Democracy grounded in Jeffersonian principles to prevent blind loyalty to any administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Cummins
Decrats
Roosevelt criticizes Haskell over wariness in deals
A dated editorial argues Roosevelt overworked the Haskell tragedy and accuses him of hypocrisy over Foraker. It contends all involved should face fair treatment, questions the truthfulness of Roosevelt versus the press, and calls for accountability across parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haskell
Standard
Roosevelt
Foraker
Taft
Toledo
Kennedy versus Tracy sparks at speaker vote inquiry
The Burlington Hawk-Eye mocks George Tracy for asking Ken Kennedy how he will vote on the speaker proposition. Kennedy refuses to answer, while the paper questions rights and likens Kennedy to a king wielding a scepter. The column uses satire to urge or mock political power and authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Hawk-Eye
George Tracy
Kennedy
Cannon
Tracy
Esther
Mordecai
Oscar
Montrose
Cail
Campaign Questions Raise Cannon Backing Clock
The piece notes voters demand clear stances on Cannonism in the campaign. Republicans fear supporting any candidate who would aid Cannon into the speaker's chair. Kracy may question Oscar freely as a counterpart in the political discourse.
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Castle
Montrose
Tracy
Cannon
Kracy
Oscar
Gate City explores alcohol as a fuel
Gate City discusses alcohol as a fuel, criticizing the idea as an inefficient and ill-suited use. The piece questions practicality, urging reconsideration of alcohol for energy use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gate City
Old Home Week at Knoxville Ends With Farewell Note
The Express reflects on the completion of Old Home Week in Knoxville and suggests shifting focus to other topics in upcoming coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoxville
the Express
Republican campaign to focus on New York Ohio and Indiana
The remark states the Republican effort will be limited to New York, Ohio and Indiana through November 8, questioning the party’s confidence and necessity if victory seems assured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ohio
Indiana
Des Moines papers enlist Welker Given writer
A note on Welker Given, former head of the Marshalltown Times Republican, contributing pieces to Des Moines papers. The speaker mocks his credentials and questions his name while claiming influence in Iowa politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welker Given
Marshalltown Times- Republican
Des Moines
Sioux City Journal Voices Mixed Praise for Gov Hughes
The Sioux City Journal lauds Gov. Hughes who spoke there last week but suggests he should retreat home. The editorial notes his political troubles and doubts his chances of election, stating he won’t be elected by forty miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Sioux City Journal
Gov. Hughes
Card of Major Lacey Sparks Circulation Debate
The Democrat party presses criticizes Major Lacey for souvenir cards showing his boyhood and current image. It questions two sentiments on the card asserting loyalty to the Republican party and voting Republican since 1862, saying they are not admirable. The note implies partisan pride and invites public opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Lacey
Missouri Election Forecasts Rival Predictions
A Chicago Tribune writer Raymond predicts Bryan will win Missouri by 25000 with Hadley favored for governor and Folk defeating Gumshoe Bill Stone. By contrast, the author forecasts Bryan at 50000 in Missouri with Cowherd beating Hadley and Stone defeating Folk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond
The
Chicago Tribune
Missouri
Bryan
Hadley
Folk
Gumshoe Bill Stone
Cowherd
Stone
Political Rhetoric and Shifting Allegiances Discussed
The passage catalogs campaign tactics and public personas, noting Dan Hamilton’s claimed Roosevelt Democrat stance as a false claim. It highlights Nate Kendall as an adept speaker, a temperance pitch, and campaign endurance with the boys. It contrasts Hepburn and Dolliver’s reform stances and mentions Lacey in relation to Roosevelt policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan
Nate Kendall
Dan Hamilton
Roosevelt
Major Lacey
Hepburn
Dolliver
Silent Campaign Proposal Sparks Speculation on Elections
The speaker questions campaign finance and urges a no-action approach with nominations and free voting. They propose voters choose freely without speeches or pressure, asking if an ideal system would emerge if everyone acted as they felt. The passage prompts reflection on political influence versus personal choice.
Des Moines Tribune Struggles to Attract Advertisers
The Des Moines Tribune faces a sustained advert er resistance from local merchants who cite weak support and poor circulation. Without advertising revenue, the paper risks shrinking further, as few papers can survive without merchant backing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Tribune
Democratic
Des Moines
Tribune
Doan's Ointment Promises Cure for Piles
Advertises Doan's Ointment as a cure for piles with claims of thousands of recoveries. Promotes price of 50 cents at any drug store. The brief is a dated testimonial style medical promotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doan
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