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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1908
Page
2
The piece argues for guaranteed bank deposits as a public protection measure. It contrasts Democratic and Republican positions, cites Oklahoma's guaranteed deposit law and a May 21 1908 bank failure at the International Bank of Colgate, and questions bankers who oppose depositor guarantees.
The G M of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, Frank P. Sargeant, recalls Taft's 1900s decision he calls grievous, arguing a United States judge cannot reduce workers to peonage or treat them as mere machines. He likens railroads needing men to engines and mocks the notion that engines can be owned while workers are dispossessed. He cites contempt for state laws and prison sentences for officials who refuse mandates, condemning the ruling as an autocratic indignity against freemen.
A state notice from Oklahoma announces the bank is under the Bank Commissioner and that depositors will be paid in full by the State Banking Board. Readers are urged to call and recover their funds. signature H. H. Smock, Bank Commissioner, dated May 21, 1908.
A farmer with funds in the bank delays a visit, promising to come in a week, highlighting the contrast with banks where deposits are not guaranteed where crowds surge as depositors rush to withdraw their money.
Commentary argues against taxing rebuilt San Francisco after the 1906 disaster. It critiques Republican leaders for opposing duty free lumber, noting the inconsistency of insisting foreigners pay tariffs while raising costs for the stricken city. The piece connects tariff policy to the broader debate on tariff revision and economic fairness.
A political appeal cites John D Rockefeller and other Standard Oil figures as FOR Taft and AGAINST Bryan. It mentions J P Morgan James Stillman Harriman Hill Cromwell and Carnegie, all portrayed as backing Taft to advance own interests. It asks workers and small dealers who they support.
The New York Journal cartoon shows Standard Oil replacing the capitol dome signaling that trusts rule through the Republican party. The piece urges voters to elect Bryan and defeat Cannon to curb GOP influence and questions funding sources for the 1904 campaign.
A telegram to Democratic headquarters said Idaho Democrats agree on one set of presidential electors after a split at the state convention. The party previously nominated two slates for Bryan and Kern, but authorities report all differences settled and a single elector slate decided upon, boosting confidence in carrying Idaho.
Chicago reports show Taft's stumping tour drawing little enthusiasm. The piece highlights mailed card pleas to greet him, a restricted 2000 seat hall, and criticism of the anti trust and finance questions tied to Republican leaders. It notes quotes from Congressman Ollie James and calls for reform of the campaign finances and forged Cleveland letter allegations.
A political critique argues that trusts control federal policy and tariffs, blaming the Republican party for national laws and deeming Democrats powerless. It cites Sherman and claims twofold: voters praise party responsibility or blame GOP officials for trust influence, urging Bryan as the sole remedy.
A Washington Post item notes that three days after purchasing a car a man discovers the monkey wrench as a practical tool. The anecdote underscores how quickly a new owner recognizes the value of simple tools.
Office and residence described as being on Fourth Street one square south of Main with home telephone numbers 94 and Cumberland 14.
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