Cox and Bosse Endorsement Request Sparks Campaign Talk
Voters note Cox and Ben Bosse in Evansville amid claims of slush funds and outlandish financing rumors. The piece urges Gov. Cox to address real issues publicly to gain trust and votes.
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10 Sep 1920
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Petersburg Press in Petersburg, Indiana
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Newspaper
Petersburg Press
Location
Petersburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1920
Page
1
Evansville Courier critiques slim slush fund charge against Republicans
The Courier argues that Cox or a Democrat must prove a fifteen million dollar Republican slush fund belief for conviction. It cites Representative Britten admitting no British Parliament funds were appropriated to aid Democrats and urges Cox to admit his claim was imagination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Cox
Britten
Representative Britten Admits Groundless Charge Against England
Illinois congressman Britten concedes he had no basis for accusing England of diverting 87000 dollars to aid Democrats in the campaign. The issue now questions why he leveled the claim and whether it reflected his political stance or personal bias.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britten
Illinois
England
Ayvevige Pelities
Democratic Party Stirs as Voters Consider War Stance
The county's Democratic ranks show signs of a sluggish mood but some workers resist misgivings about the era. They plan to react in the fall, criticizing the "kept us out of war" stance and expressing resentment toward past prognostications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic
Tageart
Tennessee House Votes On Suffrage Despite Senate
The Tennessee lower house crossed into Alabama and back, failing to ratify the Senate on suffrage. Secretary Colby had certified the action, so women will vote despite the lawmakers' lapse and confusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennessee
Alabama
State Senate
Colby
Zanessee
Bitter fight over equal suffrage in the South
The piece argues the Democratic Party opposes equal suffrage, claiming denial stems from a fear of female voters. It asserts colored men faced intimidation and that southern chivalry would similarly mistreat colored women, reflecting ongoing racial and gender tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Sorte
Denier
MecCray’s Campaign Speech Sets Tone for Indiana Race
The article portrays MecCray’s first campaign speech as a pragmatic businessman's approach, aiming for a duty‑driven Indiana governorship. It critiques Gov Cox’s stance, notes Tennessee suffrage issues, and calls for open discussion on war costs, League of Nations, liquor, and postwar economics. It contrasts Republican and Democratic positions, urging clear issue debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MecCray
Indiana
Cox
League of Nations
Gov. Cox
Gov. Cok
Harding
Coolidge
Joyful days end in Akron layoff reflection in Princeton
Princeton Clarion News notes concern as Akron area plants shed about 75 000 workers prompting migration back to smaller towns and country areas. The piece contrasts earlier spendthrift days with sober times and observes tighter money lending and higher mortgage rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
Gibson County
Akron
Ohio
Fair City
Princeton Clarion News
Ted
Senate oligarchy critique in Chicago Tribune excerpt
The article discusses Mr. Cox’s use of the term Senate oligarchy with a czarlike, intimidating tone. It notes Senator Harding and the Republican control of the Senate and questions the source of a senator’s authority and responsibility to the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Cox
Senate
Mr. Harding
Cox Nomination Sparks Debate Over Senate Role
The passage argues Cox relies on a small informal group of Jeffersonians for his nomination and aligns with Wilsons view that the Senate should be rarely seen. It claims Wilson governs without constitutional restraint and portrays Cox as sharing the presidents unbounded agenda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Cox
George Brennan
Illinois
Charles Murphy
New York
Thomas Taggart
Indiana
Brennan
Democratic Party
Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Mr. Cox
Harding for President from the Providence Journal
The Providence Journal endorses Warren G. Harding over Governor Cox, arguing Harding’s patriotism, principles, and statesmanship exceed Cox’s politics tied to Tammany Hall and Wilsonism. It warns Cox would extend Wilson policies and urges a national revival of the Constitution and honor with Harding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
Rl) Journal
Cox
Harding
Republic
Warren G. Harding
Governor Cox
Charlie” Murphy
Tammany Hall
Tom” Taggart
Indiana
Wilson
Democratic Party
Ile
Mylew
Esmot
Henry Miley
Nash Cut
Public Sale Of Horses Mules Cattle Sheep At Petersburg
Public auction at the residence six miles west of Petersburg Indiana on Wednesday September 22 1980 includes 6 head of mules 3 head of horses 25 head of cattle 70 head of sheep and 40 head of hogs. Credit available with six month notes and 8 percent interest if unpaid at maturity. notes secured by seller approval. Auctioneers Hendron & Malott announce sale starts promptly at 1 00 PM. N B Coffman proprietor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petersburg
Indiana
N. B. Coffman
Hendron & Malott
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Calvin Cossidge
Warren T. McCray
U. S
James E. Watson
Congress
Oscar R*y Lubring
John Dillon
Arthur H. Wolven
W. B. Anderson
H. H. Harmeyer
Wayne Bryan
Albert H. Norton
Joseph Kinman
Kell Barnett
Virgil Phillips
Him
Ben Bosse
O. R. Luhring
Ray Luhring
Evlansville
Goodyear
Chevrolet
Dart
Maxwell
Reece
Bce
Senate Oligarchy
Chicago Tribune
Wilk Colv'n
Fie Vton
Will
Grover W. Sims & Son
Petersburg, Indiana
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