Taft Campaigns Across Kentucky Prompts Southern Reception
Taft, first GOP candidate in Kentucky, declares the South part of the Union and urges voters to place Kentucky in the Republican column on November 3. He greets large crowds in Ashland Lexington and Huntington WV, praising Southern hospitality and pledging to carry his bid into Tennessee North Carolina and Virginia.
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Taft
Kentucky
Tennessee
North Carolina
Virginia
Lexington
Ashland
Dave
Huntington
W. Va
West Virginia
Aedland
Ohio River
Bryan offers five dollars for Republican parade banner
In Nebraska City William J. Bryan offered five dollars to the Republican campaign committee if the parade would carry the banner they bore eight years ago. He contrasted his reception then with the hostile climate of that era and noted the local trust takeover of the starch factory, which was later closed and dismantled by wrecking crews.
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Nebraska City
Neb
Republican Campaign Committee
William J. Bryan
Bryan Makes Restive Tour Speech in Nebraska Rally
Mr. Bryan closed a three day home state speaking tour with a large city meeting. He denounced Cannon and warned of a Republican panic if Taft’s salary is cut, while praising Democratic gains and receiving enthusiastic demonstrations at Tecumseh and other stops across Nebraska.
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Nebraska
Tecumseh
Cannon
Congress
Roosevelt
Roosevelts
Henaren
Democratic Speakers’ Bureau
Will Hayes
Hayes
Taft
Indiana
Indiana DAR Elects Officers at Mimette
The Indiana Daughters of the American Revolution elected officers: State regent Mrs. J L Dinwd die of Fowler. state vice regent Mrs. W C Ball Muncie. secretary Mrs. Frank Felter Tinotington. treasurer Miss Otto Rott Bloomington. historian Mrs. Eliza G Browning Indianapolis. The conference will meet next year Oct 13 14 15 in Huntington with no opposition to Huntington hosting.
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Mimette
Ind
Daughters of the American Revolution
J.L. Dinwddie
Fowler
W. C. Ball
Muncie
Frank Felter
Tinotington
Otto Rott
Bloomington
Eliza G. Browning
Indianapolis
Huntington
Elderly inmate hangs self in Champaign County Jail
John Cook, 78, confined in Champaign jail on a murder charge in Urbana, died by hanging. Authorities say the act occurred while awaiting trial for killing Mrs. Gertrude McLennan in a fit of anger and claim insanity was the defense.
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Champag
John Cook
Champaign
Gertrude Mclennan
Urbana
Foley’s Honey and Tar cures cough quickly strengthens fangs
A quirky ad fragment describes Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy that cures coughs quickly and strengthens fangs, with references to Gert the genuine in a yellow package and mentions of O BD Kourfel.
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Foley
Kourfel
Tschaikovsky Nearing Freedom After Bail Posted
Nicholas Tschaikovsky, freed on $25,000 bail, moved from the fortress of St. Peter and St. Paul to the central political prison. His daughter struggles to raise the bail and appeals to English friends for funds.
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Tschaikovsky
St. Petersburg
Nicholas Tschaikovsky
St. Peter and St. Pat
Techalkovsky
England
Mine Fire Ravages Carlisle New Fire Still Burns
The Carlisle coal mine of the Caralisie Coal and Clay company, after last week’s blaze, remains alight in one entry and causing extensive damage despite being confined.
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Carlisle
Ind
Caralisie Coal and Clay Company
Excellent Health Advice on Electric Bitters
Davison of San Jose praises Electric Bitters as a strong family remedy for headache biliousness and liver torpor. He asserts one bottle offers more digestive benefit than any other remedy known. Sold by Chne D Knoefel's drug store.
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Mee
M. M. Davison
Gifford Ave
San Jose
Soldander
D. Knoefel
Democratic National Committee Posts Oct 9 Contributions
Treasurer Herman Ridder releases a detailed fund statement showing receipts of 90,712.33 from $100+ givers and 115,355.22 from smaller donors, with a $22,604.67 balance. The note urges further $100,000 for the campaign and lists Indiana Illinois Kentucky Michigan Ohio contributors including Bryan Hughes Ruppert Strauss and many others.
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New York
Democratic National Committee
Herman Ridder
Democratic National Campaign Fund
Denver
Mack
Ridder
National Committee
United States
Chicago
Indiana
Thomas Taggart
W. M. Blackstock
Cornelius Cunningham
Charles C Deharity
Willam B. Robson
Abram Simmons
Illnois
P. W. Burns
L. W Cambers
George E. Dickson
3. L. Dwight
Edward F. Dunn
M. F. Dunlap
C. P. Thompson
Phil Feeler
F. O. Hawley
D. M. Kinsall
William M. Hoyt
Frank V. Dilatush
John W. Hopkins
Kentucky
W. J. Baird
Urey Woodson
Harry Weissinger
Bruce Haldeman
W. T Ellis
Michigan
E. O. Wood
Chas R. Sleigh
Edward Ryan
F. FE. Pulte
Alfred Luking
George P. Hummel
W. L Churchill
Thomas E. Barkworth
W. R. Burt
Ohio
John M. van Meter
W. 3. Thomas
M. E. Ingalls
George W. Harris
D. P. Torpy
M. O. Denver
James Kilbourne
William J. Bryan
Charles J. Hughes
Colp
M. C. Wetmore
Missouri
W. A. Clark
Montana
Norman E. Mack
Perry Belmont
Samuel Untermyer
Jacob Ruppert
Delancey Nicoll
Nathan Strauss
Thomas S. Fuller
Nationa Democratic Club
W. F. Sheehan
Edward M. Shepard
Robert S. Hudspeth
Tammany Hall
Guffey
Kern
Parker
Hit
Turkey warns on Bulgaria hostilities risk
Constantinople Oct 16 The porte tells Turkish representatives abroad to seek pow er attention to Bulgaria's military activity and declares Turkey will not assume responsibility if Bulgaria's persistence leads to hostilities.
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Constantinople
Bulgaria
Porte
Digestive aid touted in early advertising
A period advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claiming they convert indigestion into hearty digestion. It praises ingredients, European and American chemists, and notes the product is sold by mail order from F. A. Stuart Co. in Marshall Michigan with a 60 cent price and free trial offer.
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Stuart
Europe
America
F. A. Stuart Co
Stuart Building
Mareball, Mich
Sherman Hits Jamestown In Republican Campaign Surge
James S Sherman spoke to a large Jamestown audience after touring from Cuba. A packed turnout filled the streetcar barns for an overflow meeting and a reception and dinner at the Sherman House followed. His voice and message drew widespread applause.
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Jamestown
N. Y
Cuba
James
Sherman
Traction Company
Kern Denounces Pledges at Tammany Hall Rally
John W. Kern, Democratic nominee for vice president, asked whether voters should doubt a president elects promise when pledges are broken. The crowd at Tammany Hall exploded with cheers as Kern and New York Governor candidate Chanler greeted and thanked supporters amid loud ovations.
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Tammany
New York
John W. Kern
Tammany Hall
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Chanler
James Lee's recovery credited to Dr. King's New Discovery
Mary Lee of Zanesville reports her husband James Lee nearly saved from consumption by Dr. King's New Discovery. The remedy is praised as a superior throat and lung medicine with quick relief, sold by Chas. D. Knostel's drug store. A trial bottle is offered free.
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Zanesville
Mary Lee
Dr. King
Chas. D.knostel
Appellate Court Rules Moore Remonstrance Law Did Not Repeal Earlier Voter Rights
In Indianapolis on October 16 the Appellate Court upheld a decision denying George W. Nichols a saloon license at Berne Adams county. It held that the Moore blanket remonstrance law did not repeal or alter the prior provision allowing township voters to remonstrate against a single applicant. The township’s majority signed remonstrance papers to a man given power of attorney before Moore’s 1905 effect. The court said all principal provisions of the old law remain in force under the new law.
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Indianapolis
George W. Nichols
Berne
Adame
Nichola
Nichols
Man Aims Double Barrel Shotgun at Indiana Mine Manager
Jack Coffey a discharged night watchman fired at Willam Wooley manager of Polk Patch coal mines near Degonila Springs in Boonville Indiana on October 16. Coffey who had been drinking and was discharged returned with a shotgun and fired at Wooley as he headed home. Wooley filed for a warrant and Coffey was arrested on a charge of assault with intent to kill.
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Boonville
Ind
Willam Wooley
Polk Patch
Degonila Springs
Jack Coffey
Wooley
Coffey
Tim
Parmerston to Fight Fire Near Elwood Farm
A spark from a Lake Erie & Western locomotive ignited grass on William Wolford’s farm four miles west of Parmerston and spread across forty acres, reaching Walter Beach’s farm and destroying fences buildings and hay. Farmers answered a general alarm as telephones aided efforts and firefighters fought the blaze until 1 AM.
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Parmerstoin
Elwood
Ind
Lake Erie & Western
William Wolford
Walter Beach
Ruesiaville Narrowly Escapes Fire Disaster
Prompt action by local residents and nearby farmers perhaps saved Russiaville Indiana from a major blaze on October 16 when sparks from a passing locomotive set fire to the grain elevator owned by David Unger of Frankfort. The blaze consumed about 96,000 fire and 2 060 bushels of wheat and oats as a strong southwest wind spread embers to nearby structures but quick work prevented further damage.
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Ruesiaville
Russiaville
Ind
David Unger
Frankfort
Hammond Saloon Brawl Ends With Fatal Wounds
In Hammond Indiana on October 16 Joe Jomoski, awakened from a chair, attacked six patrons with a razor after believing he was struck. Anton Lasker suffered a deep throat wound and Jomoski was struck, fracturing his skull. Both men hospitalized at St. Margaret's.
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Ind
N. Notike
Joe Jomoski
Jomoski
Menu
Anton Lasker
St. Margaret’s Hospital
Will Ale
Widow Burned to Death in Noblesville Kitchen Fire
Mrs. Erastus Eaton aged sixty one died after her dress caught fire while starting a cook stove. She ran from the house and the flames were fanned by a breeze, burning her clothing. She died two hours after the blaze. She was the widow of Civil War veteran Jonathan Eaton.
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Noblesville
Ind
Erastus Eaton
Notre Dame Player Seriously Injured In Gridiron Collision
William Rice of Pittsburg Pennsylvania a Notre Dame student suffered a serious head injury after being kicked in the back of the head during a football game between the Corby and Brownson Hall teams in Notre Dame Indiana. He was knocked unconscious revived and remains in serious condition.
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Gerieve
Notre Dame
Ind
William Rice
Pittsburg
Notre Dame University
Corby
Brownson Hall
Rice
Brewers After Binghami Attorney General's Campaign Target
Indianapolis Oct. 16. Rumor says James Bingham attorney general and Republican candidate faces brewer opposition over saloon charters. His suits against five Indiana breweries sparked renewed attacks after Marion court rulings favored him. Democratic and Republican leaders plan presidential speaker tours with Taft and Bryan in Indiana next week. Governor Hanly cancels other engagements to campaign.
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Indianapolis
James Bingham
Brewers
Indiana
Bingham
Tme
Indiana Brewing Companies
Marion
Indiana Republicans poised for solid statewide victory
Former Governor W. T. Durbin, at Chairman Hitchcock's request, predicts a Republican landslide in Indiana. He states the national ticket will carry by 45,000 to 40,600 votes, the state ticket by at least 15,990, and asserts Indiana is normally Republican by 140,900. He refutes any suggestion of a Democratic upset in this election.
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W. T. Durbin
Hitchcock
Indiana
Indiana governor race bets show subdued wagering
Betting on the Indiana race reflects lighter activity than four years prior. Taft is favored to carry Indiana at three to one, while Marshall and Watson attract even-money bets on alternate days. A few thousand dollars have been wagered overall, with interest far below expectations.
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Taft
Indiana
Marshall
Watson
Publication of Campaign Fund Names at Republican HQ
The Democratic campaign fund contributors list caused little stir at Republican headquarters. Chairman Hitchcock said he was focused on his committee’s finances for the past two days and had limited time for others.
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New York
Democratic Campaign Fund
Hitchcock
Tribune Company Promotes Fine Job Printing Services
The Tribune Company markets its printing division for high quality job printing. It advertises reliable service, timely delivery, and professional results for business and personal needs.
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Tribune Company
Local notices and social updates from New Albany area
Charles H. Dallow elected treasurer of Obiosh Tribe of Red Men. Mrs. Gertrude Hunt of Chicago to address socialists at market. Dr F W Hazelwood named physician for New Albany township at $180 yearly with three other bids. Time card changes on Southern road include a new train stopping at all stations. Detectives file complaints against ten men along the line for drunkenness and concealed weapons on trains. Payroll in gold coin resumes for Pennsylvania company. script payments phased back. Justices of the peace to clear docket of unpaid fines after AG visit. Probate and county officials attend state charity convention in South Bend. Moses etc. Obituary: Mrs Mahala Allen dies aged 60 with funeral by Rev Grimes. family details. Various locals visiting relatives and attending church conventions. navy enlistment for William Roscoe Conklin. Kemp anniversary celebrated. Epilogue on church missions and retirements.
Are You Only Half Alive Kidney Remedy Ad
An old advertisement asserts kidney trouble leaves people half alive and claims Foley's Kidney Remedy will restore healthy kidneys and vitality for weak individuals, urging readers to refuse any competing product. O. D. Knoefel endorses the claim.
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Foley
Personal Mention In Scottsburg and Nearby Visits
O M Higgine returned today from a visit with relatives as Scottsburg Mrs Emily Fallenlove had returned from a visit with relatives at Chicago. Charles Alexander of Chicago was in the city yesterday called here by the death of Mrs Evalyn Goeansh. Mr and Mr Edward Reiseking of SJ Paul who have been visiting relatives here left today for their home. Mr Charles D Nicholson and family will leave about November 1 for New
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Scottsburg
Emily Fallenlove
Chicago
Charles Alexander
Evalyn Goeansh
Edward Reiseking
S J. Paul
Charles D. Nicholson
New
New Albany Faces Salem in Football at Glenwood Field
The New Albany High School eleven plays Salem High School tomorrow after noon at Glenwood Field. New Albany has won two of three games this season.
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Salem High School
Glenwood Field
New Albany
Anthracite Miners End Convention With Wage Demands
Scranton Pa Oct 16 The anthracite miners union convention closed after publishing the scale agreed by the scale committee and approved by delegates. Demands include recognition of the United Mine Workers of America as the sole bargaining agent, an eight hour day with no wage cuts, and uniform wage scales across collieries. The union seeks a 2 percent advance for those earning 1.50 or less and an expanded scale for higher earners. President Lewis said the group appointed a national agent and three district press to urge talks with operators for a conference.
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Unios
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Lewis Seld
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