County Commissioner's Engine Purchase Stirs Local Debate
The Rockport Democrat defends W. E. Squier amid claims he violated law by securing a county farm engine from Mt Vernon, noting the purchase met an emergency and was paid for through Squier. The piece urges no wrongdoing and challenges the Journal to pursue legal action if suspicious. It also contrasts tariff views and praises Wilson administration while critiquing Roosevelt.
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The
Rockport Journal
Board of Commissioners
Mt. Vernon
W. E. Squier
Squier
Calamity howlers bring Coxey's army to Washington
The report notes Coxey's army arriving in Washington with fewer than a dozen weather worn victims of misfortune, suggesting hardships or mismanagement on the march and a touch of prosperity in the journey.
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Coxey
Washington
Lagrange Democrat-Call
Accuser Attacks Wilson in Pled for Reform
A visiting statesman from Brazil, soon to sail for Spain, criticized the Wilson administration as a failure. He argued there was no progress on reducing living costs, trust reform, tariff changes, or banking and currency reform, noting rising costs during Wilson’s time and suggesting Roosevelt had achieved more in seven years.
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Wilson
Edward Everett Hall
Indianapolis News
Brazil
Spain
Roosevelt
Wool prices and farmer woes rise in Coldwater
The Coldwater Sun and Star notes wool selling at 28 cents and recalls J M C Smith's speech predicting 15 cents wool as a tariff impact on farmers. It contrasts higher costs for corn oats eggs and lower prices for sugar clothes and cars, while farmers respond by expanding barns houses silos and autos.
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Coldwater
Congress
Charlotte Republican
J. M.C. Smith
Coldwater Sun
Star
Wool tariff prophecy reversed by market gains
The critic notes that Schedule K the wool tariff was slashed but wool growers now enjoy higher prices than last year and woolen mills report increased business amid the tariff changes.
Indiana Prohibition Nominates Summer W Haynes for Senate
Indiana prohibitionists named Summer W. Haynes of Portland for U S Senate and issued a full state ticket. A proposed poll tax receipt requirement was struck down amid fears Crawford Fairbanks would cover poll taxes for many voters. Mrs Elizabeth Stanley opposed the poll tax plan, arguing it showed political foresight by women.
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Indiana
Summer W. Haynes
Portland
U.S
Crawford Fairbanks
Elizabeth Stanley
Penal farm opens August first in Putnam county
Indiana sheriffs announce the new state penal farm in Putnam county will open August 1. Prisoners serving long terms or awaiting trial will be sent there for practical farming. The farm aims to be self sustaining and reduce jail taxpayer costs by engaging inmates in healthful labor. Minor offenders will be separated from criminals and offered reform opportunities amid farming labor shortages.
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Indiana
Putnam County
Harmony in Life Through Duty Declines
The fragment suggests a philosophy that life harmony comes from dutiful action as duties arise, framing duty as a moral guide rather than emotional pursuit. It emphasizes timely obligation over fluctuating feelings.
After The Wedding A Maid Of Honor Rides Home
In a carriage after Cora and Tom's wedding the maid of honor and a tall usher trade flirting and misread signals. He confesses envy of the couple while she admits she may still care for him as they debate going back to the start. Her laughter eases the tension as they ride away.
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Cora
Tom
LT Hope
Genevieve
Tad Kirby
Maid of Honor
Merny
Jessi
Onan
Hian
Peril in Altitude and Social Scolding Observed
In a clipped report style this fragment notes aviators danger from weather and a remark on exposure among high altitude flyers. The text shifts to comment on scrawny women modestly cutting dresslines low in front, reflecting era attitudes.
Dairy Milking Machines Prove Labor Savings and Cows’ Yield
D P Brown notes practical gains from milking machines in dairy operation. He details extended milking routines, cow yields, and labor shifts from three workers before 5:30 am to a streamlined schedule with teams in the field by 7 am and finishing by 6 pm. He claims reduced labor costs and easier management during grass flush.
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D. P. Brown
For More Wholesome Milk Station Says Clean Handling Helps
A New York station advocates strict cleanliness in milk handling from draw to cooling. They warn that shorter times between drawing and cooling plus lower cooling temperatures reduce micro organisms, preserve milk condition, and improve profitability and wholesomeness for all ages.
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New York
Correction on senatorial convention affidavit confusion
A correction notes that Fred B. Hanning testified regarding an affidavit about D. W. McClary as a senatorial convention delegate. Hanning says the affidavit claimed McClary was nominated but he cannot recall if McClary was elected. He also says he subscribed but was not sworn to the statement.
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Fred B. Hanning
D. W. McClary
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