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Newspaper
North Platte Semi Weekly Tribune
Location
North Platte, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
9
A Republican message defends rural free delivery, noting its growth from 6,008 routes to nearly full national coverage. It argues the service boosts the countryside, lowers costs, and strengthens the nation while countering Democrat objections and stressing long term financial self sufficiency.
The text discusses enshrining rural free delivery and its broad societal benefits. It argues the program supports national security, education, and country life, comparing costs to naval expenditures and emphasizing taxpayer value, accessibility, and the moral case for extending service to rural communities. It cites President McKinley praising the service's role.
A damaged clipping notes a rower titled Progiutent Rower Relights The Right, with unclear context and missing names. It mentions Duke and Kitteos City Star, but details are fragmented. The readable portion hints at a public or sports column with a headline style.
Unpublished correspondence reveals Bryan clinging to free silver at 16 to 1 as Taft questions his consistency. Captain Ross writes Bryan from Columbia, urging clear stance on coinage and banking, while Bryan delays reply and avoids public discussion of the issue.
The text argues that most capitalists and labor radicals are becoming conciliators. It envisions a broader class of nonpartisan workers, capital and labor without prejudice, seeking peaceful collaboration. It warns against destructive strikes and favors conservative, prudent approaches to labor relations.
A denouncement argues Bryan's erratic record, labeling him untrustworthy for high office. The piece advises voters to weigh past votes and dangerous schemes when assessing a candidate's fitness for administration.
Swedish American clergymen across the nation endorse Taft, arguing his experience and Roosevelt era reforms, with ministers from Illinois, Minnesota, Michigan, and beyond urging Swedish Americans to vote Republican. They cite Taft as capable, honest, and best suited to sustain industrial revival and stability, predicting a solid Taft majority among Swedish Americans.
A historical analysis accuses Thomas E. Watson and Bryan of relying on Wall Street money for Parker campaign funds. It alleges Bryan’s brother and allies misused a $15,000 contribution from August Belmont and Thomas F. Ryan, violating Nebraska law by failing to account for those funds.
John T. Rigdon of New York declares support for Taft over Bryan citing a Republican Senate and House gridlock if Bryan wins. He argues Taft would appoint capable cabinet members to restore prosperity and contrasts Bryan’s likely wrangling with experience abroad and in government. Dated September 20.
Henry Watterson criticizes William J. Brean as a flashy self promoter and political faker. He calls Brean a daring adventurer and alleges he lacks presidential timber, warning the public about his financial rhetoric and misinformation.
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