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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
4
The Nebraska contest promises a lively campaign this year with the real outcome likely to favor Bryan and Kern. The piece questions whether a single class can unite against others without prompting counterorganization among rivals.
The article notes that the Lincoln post office distributes Republican campaign literature using the official frank of the U S government. Joyce Tarr and the president are upset over the court of appeals ruling in the Standard Oil case and the oil trust decision reversal. Cass County Democrats plan a strong ticket to voters this fall, urging explanation of the ticket’s merits. The piece argues Republican claims of southern gains are suspect and that the nation leans Democratic this year.
The three main Democratic hopefuls Schallerletzer Berge and Dahlman will clash as the candidates vie for the governorship. The party must rally behind the eventual nominee to win Nebraska and Beyan this year.
The Journal urges careful voter consideration of Democratic and Republican platforms and warns that tariffs favor manufacturers while a higher tariff benefits labor. It compares parties and notes the national platforms, then reports the lighting company explanation for not repaving Sixth street, urging transparency for residents.
The Very Febor Union in Lincoln voted unanimously to support Bryan and notified him of the decision last Friday.
The Red Cloud Chief, a republican paper nearing forty years in publication, signals a move toward advocating democratic principles as new voices emerge one by one.
The record notes a century span of financial principle shifts in the party. It cites a 1806 emphasis on honest money contrasted with a 1908 demand for what is described as dishonest money for campaign purposes.
The speaker rails at opposition papers, claiming all loyal outlets support Bryan and Kern and that anti Bryan papers have ceased to back a democratic national ticket since 1892. The comment exposes partisan press dynamics in the era.
The text argues that mass job loss harms everyone while mass rehiring benefits all. It calls for universal application of any policy behind the shifts, urging that political motives, if present, be uniformly extended to all aspects promptly.
The state administration dispenses 3150 dollars to county republican papers for printing constitutional amendment notices. In four legislatures, over fifty thousand dollars was paid, yet no amendment is remembered as having carried.
The piece notes that a minority of Democrats may oppose the Denver ticket and platform, but about 99 percent are satisfied. It adds that about ten Republicans will vote for Bryan for every Democrat supporting Taft, indicating anticipated cross party support shifts.
The Journal announces Tecumseh's Dr A P Fitzsimmons as a Democratic candidate for Congress subject to the First district primary. His platform emphasizes broad-minded representation for the Third district. Norman E Mack of New York is named Democratic National Committee chairman and P L Hall of Lincoln as vice chairman both noted for experience and support of Bryan and Bryanism.
In New York a Central Federated union meeting gathered 82 delegates. Only one favored Taft while 53 backed Bryan 11 supported Debs and one backed the Independence League candidate. Sixteen were noncommittal but two thirds leaned to Bryan. most were former Republicans who may join the Democratic or socialist party.
The Democratic platform pledges a nationwide guarantee fund for depositors of insolvent national banks, ensuring dollar for dollar repayment. It argues this protects farmers and depositors, while the Republican platform remains silent on any such guarantee.
Local column lists numerous residents visiting Omaha for business and leisure from Murray, Lincoln, and surrounding areas. It notes trains and carriers, court actions in County Court, and several residents returning home after Sunday visits, with mentions of Benton and Galveston trips and a baseball outing to Omaha.
The notice warns that next Saturday is the final day to file for the primary ticket. It urges potential candidates to submit their filing applications now to appear on the ballot.
The State Journal did not arrive yesterday morning drawing headlines and readers noting delays resembling a Lincoln flood moment and prompting speculation about impact and timing.
Excitement grows as Bellevue hosts an event with Mayor Jim Dahlman and Mrs Amour to address the prohibition question. The outcome will shape local policy and community response.
Daily reports echo the same narrative from the east and west as more people align with the cause of the people. The sentiment spreads across regions, signaling growing momentum and unity in support.
Readers note a trumpet of older party figures resurfacing in local Republican politics as younger members seem uneasy, with veteran names reappearing in public discourse and events.
The report says William Randolph Hearst and allies staged a dramatic political display in Chicago yesterday. It notes W Randolph would vent frustrations on Democrats, but voters remain inclined toward Bryan and Kern this year.
The piece lauds William Jennings Bryan as a loyal Nebraskan and the state’s greatest subject, praising his steadfast support for Nebraska and urging the state to stand up for him as a monumental figure.
Readers voice dismay that high tariffs favor trusts and monopolies, offering little protection to consumers and workers. They urge a fall election to end what they call fraud and hypocrisy in tariff policy.
A sharp rebuke to repeated Republican press bureau attacks on John W Kern for his ties with Tom Taggart. The speaker notes days of criticism and questions the fairness of ongoing coverage.
A New York Sun writer roaming the west reports no signs of a Bryan uprising in Nebraska. The writer’s claims are questioned, and local observers offer alternative signs that would rattle the eastern correspondent.
The Independent Company returns with the same measure and seeks higher rates. Both parties request extra charges, but the text argues neither should pay this additional tribute.
The president confronts Judge Grosscup after the Standard Oil decision. The court responds sharply, defending its ruling and criticizing presidential interference in law.
The text reports doubt about renomination of current county house members by Republicans. It notes efforts to assemble a ticket with no political record and suggests first term lawmakers who voted in line with party orders face possible annihilation. May prefer primaries defeat to general election loss.
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets promise a pleasant bowel movement with no disagreeable effects at 25 cents a box and samples free from F. G. Fricke & Co. Dean's Regulats offers mild, easy action for habitual constipation at 25 cents a box with a druggist recommendation.
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