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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
4
The piece argues for the Republican program of rural free delivery, claiming it has expanded to about 40 000 routes in six years and benefits farmers and the nation. It emphasizes education, economic growth, and the spread of knowledge while defending funding against Democratic opposition.
Rural free delivery, linked with the telephone, bicycle, and trolley, reduces farm loneliness, curbs urban overgrowth, and strengthens national defense by boosting literacy and information. The piece argues for expanding pay and scope, notes McKinley’s 1900 praise, and frames Republican backing as essential to keeping the country balanced.
The Kansas City Star notes that President Roosevelt has earned the right to speak in the present campaign, saying the people granted him that right and he has accepted and exercised it.
A historic discussion on silver 16 to 1 coinage surfaces from 1908 letters and correspondence. W J Bryan declines publicizing his former views while Capt James Ross questions his consistency. The exchange traces Bryan's stance on free coinage and monetary policy through dated letters and responses.
Mr Taft argues that both capitalists and radical unionists contain radicals but most are conciliatory. He notes lingering panic effects and expects continued industrial low mood. He pleads for a conservative, conciliatory stance from both sides to avoid past destructive struggles.
The Philadelphia Press critiques the Democratic candidate for president, arguing his long advocacy of visionary and dangerous schemes makes him untrustworthy for high office. The piece urges voters to weigh his full record as well as his current claims before supporting him.
A New York World editorial notes Gov Haskell devised a plan to guarantee bank deposits and suggests he should also design a scheme for government guarantees of political reputation.
Swedish American clergymen nationwide voice strong support for Taft, arguing his experience and caution protect workers and national interests. Interviews across Chicago, Denver, Omaha, and beyond portray Taft as best statesman, with Bryan’s policies deemed risky. Clergy say Taft would sustain Roosevelt reforms and avert economic hardship, urging Swedish Americans to vote Taft.
The piece accuses William Jennings Bryan of using Parker campaign funds sourced from Wall Street. It alleges $15,000 came from August Belmont and Thomas F. Ryan via Bryan's relatives, claiming Bryan owes refunds or an accounting. The writer urges Bryan to disgorge or explain the missing funds.
A New York reader reverses prior support and endorses Taft arguing a Taft win would yield a cohesive cabinet and quicker prosperity, opposed to Bryan who would face a Republican opposition and gridlock in Congress. The letter cites Panama, the Philippines, Cuba, South America, and military strength as guiding points. Sept. 29, New York.
Henry Watterson called William J. Bryan a boy orator and political faker in Kentucky and Wentuckiness. He accused Bryan of the impossible promise of free silver and ignorance of financial history.
The Peoria Herald Transcript notes Bryan’s advocacy of Roosevelt policies appeals more to readers than Bryan’s own proposals. The piece frames Roosevelt’s program as the more attractive option amid campaign discourse.
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