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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1908
Page
2
In a formal note, William J. Bryan states the Democratic committee has not accepted funds or a collar from any corporation known as a trust. He adds that any such money found will be returned. He affirms the party’s honest fight and expects fair treatment from the Republican campaign leadership.
William J. Bryan spoke in Detroit and Ann Arbor after sending a telegram to President Roosevelt on Haskell charges. He urged young men to support the Democratic Party, criticized the Republicans for extravagance and attempts to influence presidential succession, and defended the party's platform on injunctions and contempt of court before large crowds.
In Columbus on September 22 Frank S. Monnett ex Attorney General of Ohio says Bryan’s charge about Standard Oil funding the National Democratic campaign needs proof. He asserts Archbold Du Pont Rogers and Rockefeller allied with Republicans in the past and questions a possible divorce without alimony in party finances.
An east coast Democratic National Committee meeting at the Hoff man House explored funding to fight east of the Alleghenies. West Virginia’s John T. McGraw predicted coal miners would back Bryan, while Melville E. Ingalls of Cincinnati urged Ohio to vote for Bryan. Alabama’s John W. Tomlinson warned Foraker’s Ohio allies may shift electoral votes to Bryan and Kern.
The article details accusations by F S Monnett of Ohio against Charles B Squire and others in a bribery scheme to halt Standard Oil prosecutions in 1899. It notes judge John A Shauck declined to discuss Monnett charges and identifies individuals including C N Haskell and F B Squire. The piece also describes Squires of Cleveland denying involvement and notes context from The Times.
Gov. Charles N. Haskell of Oklahoma refrains from comment on Standard Oil accusations linking him to Hearst. He praises William J. Bryan for his telegram to President Roosevelt and dismisses Hearst claims as falsehoods while en route home from the East.
Frank Damrosch announced after his return aboard the Kronprinzessin Cecilie that he will produce five oratorios this season. The works include Vita Nuova by Dante and Wolff, Messiah, Elijah, Gerontino, and The Passion After St John by Sebastian Sach.
Republican county chairmen across Ohio react to the Foraker incident and related Standard Oil disclosures. They largely deny any lasting impact on state legislative races while noting mixed local effects, with some counties predicting no change and others suggesting increased Republican activity and support.
The article notes a $2,000,000 railway promotion followed by receivership and recalls Governor Haskell of Oklahoma in connection with President Roosevelt's open letter. Wall Street commentary yesterday emphasized the links and prominence given to Haskell amid the discussion.
N Haskell rose as a Wall Street promoter tied to the Lima Northern Railroad and its successor Detroit and Lima Northern Railway. He helped distribute about 1.19 million dollars of 5 percent bonds to brokers who sold them to customers, with over 2 million in bonds sold for the later line. A receiver took possession in 1898 after E R Thomas preceded Haskell as president.
J T McCleary second assistant postmaster general resigned after pressure from Minnesota voters who complained of Post Office bias in favor of his congressional bid. The President accepted the resignation on September 15 after notifying him on September 10. McCleary confirmed he filed on the 10th and called for further statements only from the President or Postmaster General.
White Plains Sept 22 National Committeeman W L Ward urged all Republicans to back Gov Hughes at the Westchester County Convention Ward once opposed his renomination but said organization Republicans must back the entire ticket The convention nominated John E Andrus for Congress J Mayhew Wainwright for Senator William C Lawrence for County Superintendent of Poor George L Burling for County Treasurer Alfred Hiles and H B Box Decker as coroners Frank L Young of Ossining was Chairman
Lincoln reports quote Republican County Chairman Herbert Parsons arguing William J. Bryan could face prison under the state Corrupt Practices act if he uses his mule Minnamascot to boost Democratic votes. Parsons cited Penal Code Section 410 Subdivision 3 and warned the inducement would be a felony if the mule has value.
Lincoln Nebraska September 22 Tom Allen, brother in law of William J Bryan, was tonight reelected Chairman of the Democratic State Committee after previously resigning amid charges he received 15000 in 194 from Thomas F Ryan and others to help carry the state for Parker. His victory followed a factional fight amid Bryan bossism allegations.
Cincinnati dispatch notes liquor drives party lines as county local option law debates split Republicans and Democrats. German voters swing toward Harmon while anti saloon forces back Harmon and local option enforcement. Pattison era liquor measures influence current alignment.
Germans in Cincinnati and other cities threaten to vote down the Republican ticket over prohibition and beer issues. The Anti-Saloon League targets local options in 34 counties, aiming to dry many counties before the next elections. Observers warn party lines may break as saloon voters sway key state races and legislative outcomes.
Elbert H. Gary returning from Europe aboard the Kronprinzessin Cecilie with Mrs Gary reports strong foreign recovery. He cites improving American security demand in France and confidence linked to Taft’s likely election. He warns a Democratic win could unsettle outlook.
Stock market shows the largest daily total since 1007 panic with 1,425,289 shares traded. Major declines hit Union Pacific Reading Southern Pacific Northern Pacific and others, followed by a midday stop loss unwind and a late recovery leaving some active issues higher than Monday.
Assemblyman J Mayhew Wainwright of Westchester will receive the nomination for State Senator from the county. He supported Gov Hughes reforms in the Assembly and led the Banks Committee and later the Railroads Committee in the last session.
Samuel Gompers will not attend the Workingmen's Federation of New York annual convention in Rochester as jail contempt proceedings involving Van Cleave Buck Store and Range Company keep him in Washington. Treasurer Thomas Tracy of the American Federation of Labor will present a 2000 word manifesto, with delegates to vote. Banquet at Ontario Beach Park followed adjournment with minor sessions by allied unions endorsing John Whalen for Secretary of State.
John W. Gates, back from Europe, believes Taft will win with many votes to spare. He says stocks may dip on politics but solid investments exist at current prices. He notes broad business revival, especially in steel, with gradual, sustained growth and a record cotton harvest ahead. He cites a thorough post panic housecleaning and a return to normal conditions.
Chicago September 22 William H Taft never enforced government by injunction as Richard Olney invented it Olney now opposes Taft Hogan asked who is the conclusion He was an American Railway Union officer who led labor leaders jailed for injunction quarrels in 1894 He cites Ann Arbor case Judge Tait allowed labor to organize funds for defense and support and strike for better conditions Roosevelt won the coal strike Bryan's defeat tied to injunction issue and labor support
Taft favors a public opinion fueled approach to labor disputes and seeks a citizens commission to investigate industrial matters. He argues justice should be weighed by the people rather than employers or employees, with a published report and reaction from the arbitration firm.
Special to The New West Pree Richmond reports Taft sympathizers organize in the city to boost the Taft Club. Word circulates that about four hundred names are collected on sheets, with old line Republicans urged to back the Taft slate and undermine Bryan supporters.
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