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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1904
Page
14
Roosevelt champions National Irrigation Act targeting 125 million acres to convert desert to garden boosting farm value and the home market. Irrigation spreads prosperity from West to East by expanding agriculture, railroads, and a growing Orient trade, creating a vast future for American commerce.
The piece argues that arid western lands can outproduce Asia and dominate Oriental markets, making Western farmers global competitors. It stresses land value setting prices, Roosevelt’s support for the West and Oriental trade, and questions Parker’s contributions to the region.
The North Dakota Irrigation Congress at Mandan receives a letter from President Roosevelt dated Sept 19. He cannot attend the Sept 27 event but lauds national aid to irrigation, calling the irrigation policy crucial for the semi arid regions and the nation. He notes early efforts to pass the irrigation law and extends best wishes.
In a public address, Hon. Binger Herman of Oregon argues for shifting focus to Oriental trade. He says Europe limits tariffs while Asia offers vast consuming power, urging support for Roosevelt and Fairbanks to expand American prestige in the East and develop the West.
Parker questions Roosevelt's direct and forceful diplomacy saying it reflects a new, bold stance and insists the United States and Canada share influence in world affairs. He contrasts this with cautious paths and asks why ex-Judge Walker objected to such assertive policy.
The St. Paul Pioneer Press notes Theodore Roosevelt as a leading advocate of the National Irrigation Act. It cites his support for setting aside public land proceeds as a fund for irrigation works, with revenues returning to the government as lands are irrigated and sold at higher prices.
Senator Fairbanks, in Billings Montana on September 26, criticized a Democratic convention for claiming democracy authored the irrigation measure. He noted the law was enacted by a Republican Congress on the recommendation of a Republican President.
The remarks emphasize that no administration has stood for the broadest spirit of brotherhood in humanity. It asserts a resolute protest against every wrong that outrages civilization, at home or abroad, framing a bold defense of moral leadership.
The snippet portrays a nation thriving with cheerful people, busy commerce, high crop prices, and global peace, prompting the question of underlying troubles or tensions despite apparent prosperity. It frames a contrast between outward success and potential hidden issues.
The article argues farmer prosperity hinges on domestic demand and a protective tariff. It credits seven years of farm gains to Republican policy and Roosevelt Fairbanks, urging farmers to vote Republican to sustain prices, industry, and exports. It contrasts Republican protection with Democratic tariff reform.
In a Rosemount speech Alton Barker attacks Democratic policies while praising eight years of Republican prosperity that strengthened municipal and state bond markets. He cites a table of seven U S cities showing rising municipal credits and easier borrowing for public improvements, arguing Democratic defeat would shrink bond markets and raise taxes.
The article argues plain workers from farmers to railroaders deserve a say in national affairs. It praises Theodore Roosevelt as a republic loyal leader who will speak for common people and deliver a strong victory in November 1906 for a Roosevelt presidency into 1908.
The speaker accuses the Democratic party of failing to create factories or provide jobs and wages while arguing that Republican laws opened mills and created employment. The passage contends Democrats extinguished jobs and factory activity previously sparked by Republicans.
Parker upholds strict constitutionalism while Herrick, a party boss, questions what the constitution has to do with the natural rights of the citizen and the broad reach of judicial power in shaping policy.
An opinion piece argues Republicans established and expanded rural free delivery while Democrats opposed it. It credits William Henry Harrison’s era and Postmaster General Wanamaker with origin and supports continued growth under Roosevelt, noting about 27 500 routes in operation and accusing Democrats of false claims.
The piece contrasts the Republican and Democratic stances on tariffs. Republicans defend protection as beneficial to industry, workers, and employers, arguing for real tariff revision to adapt to changing conditions. Democrats condemn protection as robbery and seek its abolition, not revision.
Senator Fairbanks states the Republican party has stood for the right, met every emergency, and placed the welfare of the people above mere party triumph during a Saratoga address. He emphasizes duty and honor guiding the party through crises.
Parker argues the army and navy are too expensive yet remains undaunted as a defender of national security. The remark highlights ongoing tension over military funding and public confidence in defense leaders.
A letter exchange reveals Dunkard W J Showalter soliciting church members for names to influence voters. A responding Dunkard preacher declines, noting fear of a repeat of past political misrules and affirming support for Roosevelt despite war fears and political pressure.
The speaker urges Democrats to vote for four more years of Republican prosperity, arguing that Republican prosperity benefits families at home and that denying others this prosperity would be morally wrong. He contrasts Democratic hard times with Republican gains and appeals to voters’ concern for wives, children, and neighbors.
The piece argues Democrats profess anti protectionism but privately endorse free trade. It cites the party platform denouncing protectionism while James J. Walsh claims few believe in free trade, arguing tariffs fund revenue and tax burden is felt less.
The piece argues Roosevelt earns absolute public confidence and integrity, urging voters to re elect him and a supportive Congress rather than remove a trusted public servant or back a Congress that would hinder his administration. It stresses his proven dedication to the nation’s interests.
The piece urges every voter to support Republican candidates for Congress to empower President Roosevelt. It argues a Democratic House would hinder his policies and calls on Republicans to vote for their district’s Republican candidate.
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