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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1908
Page
4
Quoted author praises Mr Noosevelt as a constant source of entertainment for variety lovers. Observers note his unpredictable antics, while a progressive quote attributes a sharp view on robberies under the Dingley law to Albert Cummins, Iowa governor, contrasting past insurance era crimes.
A Toledo newspaper quotes the idea that Roosevelt and General Apathy will leave the scene after March 4 next. The piece hints at U S political shifts with national figures heading to distant fates.
An Ohio Republican line attacks William H Taft as stultified by sophistry and hypnotic control. It notes 15,10 Republicans abstained from voting in Cincinnati and Cleveland, preferring negative support to a man over the subject of mesmerism. Governor Sheldon sought a bank deposit guarantee plank but it was not adopted as the state platform lacks substantive content.
The excerpt proclaims that William J. Bryan will defeat Taft in Ohio by large margins and claims strong leads in New York New Jersey Delaware Connecticut Maryland with an overall landslide outcome seen as guaranteed. It mocks calls for cautious language while urging bold victory rhetoric.
In a political note readers are urged to decide in favor of William C. Ramsey for county attorney and urged to vote firm on the issue. The piece also comments on Roosevelt, Taft, and Gompers, defending labor leader accuracy and opposing personal insults.
Public records reveal the amount Lockefeher agreed to donate for a Republican judge’s ruling, exposing potential influence on the forthcoming election.
Twenty thousand city youths suffer slow starvation as famine grinds through Chicago. Critics question prosperity claims amid political rhetoric and economic hardship, urging action to feed vulnerable families.
After observing Theodore Roosevelt’s fortune with his proxy, observers say William Randolph Hearst should reconsider placing a second proxy in play. The remark suggests a misstep in expanding proxy support.
The piece endorses C M Seybert as a suitable Cass county commissioner, praising him as a practical farmer and trusted by the people. It notes Ohio Democratic registration on the first day hints at a November 2 victory, with Cincinnati registering 5 000 fewer voters than four years prior and Cleveland down 10 000, prompting reflection on the political moment.
The article urges voters to choose J. P. Sattler and O. W. Laughlin as the two Democratic candidates for representatives. It argues they are men of the people who will act in the best interests of all, urging citizens to vote for them to have two representatives to be proud of in Lincoln this winter.
Co. M A Bates states he must devote most time to the campaign and canvassing two counties Otoe and Cass. He hopes to be elected on November 3 with support from both Republicans and Democrats to honor his candidacy and editorial duties at the Journal.
Governor Huskey warned in South Bend that four Supreme Court vacancies may arise soon and more during the next President’s term. He endorsed Taft as best qualified to select judges, noting Taft’s past rulings against labor as a federal judge in Ohio.
A Nebraska Farmer editorial urges voters to support Bryan in the state, arguing banks harm depositors, calling for guaranteed deposits, and urging fair campaigning. It stresses that Nebraskans, including Republicans, can be won over through honest, persuasive outreach rather than party rancor. It links farmer support to Bryan’s platform and populist finance reforms.
The Saunders County Nebraska Board of County Commissioners defines the proposed Salt Creek Valley Drainage District boundaries. The filing cites a state act authorizing drainage districts to build dikes, levees, and water control works while detailing land surveys, township and range references, and surrounding city limits from Ashland to the Matte River.
A political appeal urges voters to back banks by voting the Democratic ticket on election day. The message targets depositors and urges participation in the polls.
State banking officials issue the final official statement on the depositors guaranty law. Data show deposits in secured banks rose while unsecured banks fell across several periods from Dec 1907 to July 1908, with national banks affected by fund eligibility rules.
Ma Tarr argued against the popular vote for U S senators, saying the method lacked a clear rationale. The remarks focused on the perceived flaws of direct electoral participation in choosing senators.
The text notes a continuing panic causing thousands to lose jobs this fall and summer, with each unemployment moment reducing consumer demand for farmers products. It emphasizes widespread joblessness harming purchasing power.
Advert says buyer seeks a wagon load of good eating potatoes for cash. Enquiries directed to the office for details.
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