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Newspaper
Marlboro Democrat
Location
Bennettsville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
4
A long polemic argues that cotton growers must resist intermediaries and defend higher prices. It criticizes New York cotton exchanges, middlemen, and tariff effects, urging farmers to unite for fair terms and noting political pressure from railroads and pro business interests.
The Richmond Nowe Leader discusses congressional tension over military power and inflation measures. It highlights President Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan’s enduring mutual respect, urging civility between parties and noting Senate debate on army control, currency reform, and labor issues.
The passage argues Remubicans and Democrats should not rest as Congressmen are nominated. It credits panic and a lingering business downturn to demands for rest. External vigilance is urged as the price of prosperity, with focus on duty until election day.
A historical notice details allied African American groups pledging to mobilize to defeat Taft and Roosevelt. It cites a document to Speaker Cannon and leaders Fairbanks Moraker and others, outlining aims to energize Black women, mobilize churches and pastors, and stage nationwide meetings against Taft or Roosevelt.
Dispatch from Washington reports Johnson of Minnesota answering that he would support Bryan in case of his nomination. The quotation marks his strong backing, noting Bryan as the favored candidate. The piece reflects national political maneuvering and partisan alignment surrounding the Bryan bid.
A fragment from The News and Courier praises Mir. Aryan as honorable and faithful and suggests he would support Gray, Johnson or any convention nominee for President. It vows loyalty to Bryan and criticizes Johnson headquarters atmosphere as harmful to party unity.
Florence Nimes cites Mr Koln on Senator Tillman and the Democrats. The Washington Star notes Tryan and Johnson in Washington and reports misunderstandings of slate fears cooling after a personal conference. Rivalry between Hryan and Mr dohnain is expected to be friendly with united support for the subse- Arnest.
The Charleston Post notes a pleasant spirit of harmony amid Democratic sentiment this year, praising Lewis and downplaying rivalry for the nomination between Bryan and Johnson. It states Bryan appears effectively nominated already.
In New York Isaac I Williams an insurance broker killed himself in his apartment on West Seventieth Street after hiding plans of a loan and fear of humiliation before his fiance Nay Arnold who waited at the Cathedral of St John the Divine. The wedding party gathered at the Cathedral crypt for a ceremony that never occurred as police recovered the body at 805 West Forty third Street.
A Vermont Republican writes to the New York World deriding South Carolina Democrats and mocking a magazine poll that claimed 12,000 votes for preferred presidential candidates. The letter, while not an endorsement of Woda Brys, cites the poll and ridicules the riders as beyond average intellect, highlighting partisan friction and a sharp tone in early 20th century political discourse.
The text discusses perceived political viability of candidates in New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and other regions. It notes mixed reactions and questions whether Mr. Ryan is politically dead, with speculation on Johnson or Gray potentially carrying the banner, amid nationwide interest and regional differences in support.
A letters page attacks the notion of Gen Miles as a VP pick tied to Gov Johnson and The News and Courier ticket. It accuses Congressman Hammond and Gov Johnson of collusion and political maneuvering, calling the Miles proposal insulting to local readers.
The report notes Johnson and Miles as candidates in the Democrat nomination process at Denver. General Miles is suggested as a potential running mate for Governor Johnson by Congressman Hammond, who criticizes Minnesota’s brand of democracy. The piece recalls Miles’ past harsh treatment of a president while a prisoner in Wortress Monroe, and observes the South’s resistance to Miles.
The Tug Manufacturers Association plans to organize a political party to aid incumbents seeking re-election. The group argues tariffs let manufacturers oppress the public, calling for continued protection under the tariff system.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch argues Theodore Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan dominate U S opinion, feared by some leaders and idolized by many citizens. It notes they are not deep thinkers yet their personal prestige drives a moral crusade beyond mere politics. The Charleston Post echoes today’s mental state and mass sentiment.
A concise critique notes Roosevelt has shaped the public mood for political aims. Mrs. Krys argues for what she believes is good for the people, while Roosevelt claims to pursue what he thinks the people desire. The balance between judgment and popular will is becoming clearer to the public.
The News and Courier and Senator Tillman clash over how South Carolina’s eighteen Denver delegates should vote. Both oppose instruction yet agree the unit rule will decide the delegation. Bryan is favored by a majority, making anti unit-rule arguments appear illogical to supporters.
The Charleston Post endorses Bryan as practically assured and argues Democrats should unite. It states there is no worthwhile end to opposing him and warns only a Republican outcome remains for those who oppose Bryan, while others will support the Nebraskan.
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