Publicity and campaign funding rules debated in Bryan and Taft clash
The Rockport Democrat reports on the McKee argument about pre election disclosure of campaign contributions. It notes Taft and Bryan planners diverge on when fund details must be public and cites the New York law versus state requirements. The column argues that earlier disclosure helps voters and endorses Bryan style openness over late or absent accountability. It includes a Luce township teachers list with contracts due September 11.
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Mrs. Anna Sutherland Dies in St Louis
The body of Mrs. Anna Sutherland, daughter of the late Judge D. T. Laird and raised in Rockport, dies in St. Louis at fifty two. Her burial is planned for Friday here with three children surviving. her husband preceded her in death.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered in Toledo
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co declares a hundred dollar reward for any catarrh cure not achieved by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary seal, Toledo Ohio. Claims about internal action and blood surfaces. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Family Pills for constipation also advertised.
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Frank J. Cheney
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Toledo
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Brya Aggepts Brya Aggepts In Hearty Accord
A political item argues for popular rule with a platform aligned to the people. The article frames the question of whether the populace should govern, presenting the issue as central to the campaign.
Republican Challenge Accepted in Democratic Reply
The text presents a Democratic nominee accepting a Republican challenge and criticizing the Taft era. It accuses Republicans of predatory wealth, calls for reform, and argues the platform supports people’s rule while denouncing abuses in the federal government. The piece cites Roosevelt and Taft, contrasting Democratic and Republican visions.
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Taft
Local residents visit relatives and attend social events
John Chewning of Rockport and many families visit relatives here during the week. Miss Dora Haase and other youths visit grandparents. A large Dale reunion at West Baden and an ice cream social at Leistmer's church near Lamar are reported.
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John Chewning
Rockport
Buertich
John Schafer
Kuni Stuter
Evansville
Balthias Fuchs
Evanston
Masters Dewey
George Seim
Tell City
M., Lautner
John Braun
Orwell
Holland
West Baden
Edgar Hatter
Frank Brown
Chrisney
Ed Elliott
Louisville
Local Visits and Construction Woes Reported in Nearby Towns
Mrs Josie Arnesman of Huntingburg visited relatives in Dale last Saturday. Miss Nancy Phipps of Shiloh visits her cousin Mrs Alice Brown. J W Cooper M Heidelbech D W McClary and John Herr attended a convention at Boonville. John F Beardsly and family visited Winslow Indiana. Contractors of the new school house removed part of the concrete foundation due to a misunderstanding and possible cement shortage. Marshal Medcalft was in Rock.
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Josie Arnesman
Huntingburg
Dale
Nancy Phipp
Shiloh
Alice Brown
J. W. Cooper
M. Heidelbech
D. W. McClary
John Herr
Boonville
John F. Beardsly
Winslow
Ind
Marshal Medcalft
Rain Ends Drought For Local Farmers And Births Reported
Fulda notes a welcome rain ending a dry spell as farmers prepare fields for wheat. A ten pound girl was born to Mr and Mrs X Wirthwein. Frances Anderson of Louisville visits with Miss Collignon. Miss Lindauer and Miss Olinger of Ferdinand stay locally. Alphonz Holtzman and Joe Wrockladge return to Louisville after two weeks with Joe Holtzman family. Mrs John Kuegel of Owensboro visits relatives. Mrs Max Rupprecht and Lorena visit from St Meinrad.
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Frances Anderson
Louisville
X. Wirthwein
Alphonz Holtzman
Joe Wrockladge
Joe Holtzman
John Kuegel
Owensboro
Max Rupprecht
Lorena
St. Meinrad
Santa Fe
Local notes on accidents and odd notices
Lee Yeager fractured his right arm after a fall while working on John Maines house. Lieb and Artman saw mill runs at full blast. Mrs Frank Lessor is very ill. A typewritten notice signed N R urges tobacco pooling and was sealed in a red ink envelope placed at farm gates. Ben Cotton locked his saloon and a thief gained access after a key was left in the door. George Payne near Yelvington Ky is ill at home.
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Lee Yeager
John Maines
Lieb and Artman
Frank Lessor
N. R
Ben Cotton
Ben
George Payne
Powers Corner
Yelvington, Ky
Richland City Trustee Visit Noted in Rockport
Dodd was in Rockport on Tuesday on business while Henry W. Richards received word from his son Riley in Montrose Colorado. The report continues on the first page.
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Rockport
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Riley
Montrose
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