Taft Backed by Labor World in 1908 Endorsement
The Labor World advocates for William Howard Taft for president and James Schoolcraft Sherman for vice president, praising Taft as a true friend of labor. It states that Gompers attacks will not alienate labor and urges wage workers to stay united despite the political clash.
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William Howard Taft
James Schoolcraft Sherman
Charles S. Deneen
Joseph G Cannon
Stanton C. Pemberton
William J. Hollenbeck
Carl S. Burgett
Daniel Emerson
Everett Connelly
John F. Lafferty
William C Howell
Taft
Labor
Gompers
Taft Campaign Claim Sparks Party Debate In Denver
Mr Bryan challenges Taft stance on corporate campaign contributions. He cites a Republican law six months before the Denver convention, arguing the claim is dishonest while praising Taft as a law abiding citizen. The exchange reflects tensions within the race and party lines.
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Taft
Bryan
Denver
Burka Warns Against Bryan in Presidential Race
Congressman James F Burka of Pittsburg argues in a speech that electing William Jennings Bryan risks a weak Senate and that Taft and Bryan represent opposite types with distinct leadership promises. He warns of Bryan's influence on money and party unity and claims past gains under Bryan’s leadership have eroded.
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James Francis Burka
Pittsburg
Bryan
Senate
County W C T U Meets at Marshall Convention
The W C T U convention met September 2 and 3 at the Christian church in Marshall with state worker Mrs H D Hall present. Officers elected included County President C N Price Vice President Angel Matthews Recording Secretary Bradley Treasurer Nora Nichols and other posts.
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Christian Church
Marshall
H. D. Hall
C. N. "Price
Agnes Mathews
Etta Gillespie
Mary Black
Mathews
Martinsville
R H. Bradley
S. L
Nora Nichols
Nitschie
Ollie Emrich
Emrich
Bradley
Marshall Union
Gillespie
Casey Union
West Union
Westfield
Mr. Carmel
Etta R. Gillespie
Miss Quick
Kirkland
McNatt and Cook Lockard Sells Everything In Marshall
A dated local notice lists McNatt and Cook Lockard selling all items in Marshall. Various residents including Rome Nichols and Mrs Frank Montgomery appear in social notes with visits and gifts. Several attendees joined preaching services and old soldiers reunion events at Marley and nearby towns.
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Lockard
Marshall
Hollenbeck
Advent Church
Irs
Rome Nichols
Fergal
Dunlap
This Place
Marley
Frank Montgomery
Edna
Carl Nichols
West Terre Haute
Rome
Nichols
Swen ‘Bartha
Batson
Sanday
Among Our Neighbors Gossipy Rural News and Local Events
Carmi police chief jailed on gambling charge. Crawford county reports forty divorce cases at current circuit session. Edgar county Odd Fellows picnic set for Paris fair grounds next Tuesday. Ohio River at low stage halting traffic. Mt Carmel boiler makers strike ends with losses to workers. Robinson water shortage prompts crude oil sprinkler program with positive results. Kansas bank president Briscoe says project will proceed after abandonment. Arcola broom corn crop described as best in years due to dry weather. Mr and Mrs Robert Daley of Brocton celebrate 55th anniversary with 94-year-old mother present. Fire in a Brocton hay mow destroys livery barn and blacksmith shop, damages other property. John Tate of Danville pledged marriage. wedding shopping followed by his death by self-inflicted gunshot. Rev Boyd McFadden buys into Tuscola Journal. Ex-editor Reut leaves for Port Louis to serve as US consul.
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John Tate
Danville
Boyd McFadden
Tuscola Journal
Reut
Port Louis
Africa
U. S
Vermont election signals Taft victory in national races
Washington correspondent Raymond of the Chicago Tribune calls Vermont results a strong indicator for Taft in November. He notes a 29,000-plus plurality and limited campaign impact, with Republicans maintaining solid margins and Vermont Democrats stubbornly loyal, suggesting national trends favor the Republican ticket.
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Raymond
Washington
The
Chicago Tribune
Vermont
Taft
Tribune
Fine buggy display attracts county fair crowds
P. E. Reed of this city showcased a notable display of Bimel buggies and surries wagons at the county fair. The exhibit in a large tent near the entrance drew thousands, and nearly all vehicles were sold, signaling likely future business for Reed.
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P. E. Read
Reed
Campaign Choice in Roosevelt Administration Record
Sherman argues the core issue is whether the Roosevelt administration is approved and a proven party should govern. He frames Republicans as experienced stewards with decades of wise legislation, appealing to voters to support continued governance in November.
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Roosevelt
Republican Party
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Denaisoo
Carmi
Crawford County
Odd Fellows
Edgar County
Paris Fair Grounds
Ohio River
Mt. Carmel
Robinson
R. S. Briscoe
Bank At
Kansas
Arcola
Robert Daley
Brocton
Daley
Independence League
McKinley
Sherman
Coats
Watson-Plummer
Burt & Packard
Howard & Foster
Armstrong, Kuppendorff-Dittman
Red School House
Childr&n's
Manu
Kuppenheimer
Booth & Handy
Undertaking House
Bubeck, Gallagher & Hanks
Hughes
Chicago Novelty Cloak Company
Hart, Shafner & Marx Clothis
Indiana
Hart Schaffner & Marx
Stacy Adams
Murphy, Johnson’s, Packard
H. S
Longley
Indianapolis
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