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Newspaper
North Platte Semi Weekly Tribune
Location
North Platte, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
8
Taft directs the mammoth Panama project as War Secretary and champion for workers. He approves every expense, travels yearly to supervise, and helps transform the Isthmus into a healthier, safer hub for American labor. A special commission notes worker loyalty and American citizenship in supporting the project.
The article notes Taft as Secretary of War on May 1 1907 issued a longevity order raising wages for non native workers on the Isthmus. It provides a 5 percent raise after year two with 3 percent yearly increases to a 25 cent cap, plus four weeks paid vacation and advocacy for six weeks. It argues changing policy would harm the Panama Canal project.
The piece argues that Gov Haskell faces adverse oil industry charges linked to Democratic finances, while Bryan is blamed for promoting Haskell and Maskell. It contrasts Haskell with Foraker and portrays Bryan as an experimentalist swayed by flashy reforms and unsound policies.
The Philippine commission reports the postal savings bank program in Manila since 1900 shows steady growth. By year end 1900 there were 235 offices across classes with deposits totaling 786,361.08 pesos and withdrawals of 50,400.21 pesos.
A congressional record accuses the Democratic Party of voting down proposals for publicizing campaign contributions in national elections and for fraud prevention in registration and elections. The note labels these actions as duplicity and deceit linked to campaign issues.
The statement lauds Taft as a reform ally and faithful in government action. It praises his consistency, reliability, and support for wageworkers, asserting Taft embodies the right balance of decency and restraint.
A note reports the ail tank steamer C. NS. Alaskell headed homeward to Oklahoma with a heavy load, while Portland papers mention the voyage. At the same time Mr. Bryan no longer refers to Mr. Roosevelt as his imitator or understudy, per St. Louis Globe Democrat.
A profile of William Howard Taft highlighting his dual nature as cheerful laugher and fierce fighter. It notes his altruistic battles for peace, notably his Filipina policy, and credits him with swift justice, broad sympathy, and strong executive ability shaping his path to the presidency. Quotes attribute praise from St. Louis Globe-Democrat and Omaha Bee.
Clergymen from many denominations rally to defend William H. Taft’s religious character amid attacks disputing his beliefs. Prominent pastors and bishops, including Samuel P. Fallows and John Ireland, praise Taft as broad minded, deeply religious, and fit to lead.
The Kansas City Star notes Bryan has shown a consistent accuracy record, comparing his correct calls to his presidential performance.
A political appeal urges Middle West and Rocky Mountain Republicans to donate one dollar each to fund campaign operations. The letter notes legal limits on corporate contributions and lists state finance chairmen and a central treasury in Chicago.
An editorial warns that a man who drafted a national platform and managed campaign funds should not be trusted with cabinet picks or the presidential nomination power, questioning his suitability for high office.
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