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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1908
Page
6
Advertised remedy Pineules for the Kidneys claims relief for kidney and bladder trouble back ache and rheumatism with a 30 days trial priced at 100. The ad cites numerous testimonies and asserts blood purification benefits and notes sale by T. C. Basye.
A Chicago special reports that Standard Roller Bearing Company in Philadelphia posted a notice threatening to restore 10 percent wage cuts only if Taft is elected. EVELAND of the firm says Taft approval was obtained in Hot Springs. The case highlights high tariffs and corporate influence on labor amid Roosevelt and Bryan era politics.
The piece argues James BE Watson, former Sixth district congressman and Republican gubernatorial candidate, faced strong repudiation in the district. Official vote abstracts show Watson trailing Sims for secretary of state and a steep decline in his 1904 versus 1906 congressional plurality, attributed to voter anger at the Republican machine and Watson’s record. The article implies voters will repudiate both Watson and the party machine.
At Vincennes the Indiana Federation of Labor denounced Governor Hanly and reaffirmed opposition to James E Watson. Letters showed ex-Congressman Cromer urged delegates to back Watson, while the federation adopted the slogan All against Watson and criticized excessive emergency funds.
Dispatches illustrate contrasting positions on guaranteed bank deposits. Ohio senator Bryan supports guarantees while Taft opposes. Oklahoma reports show rapid action under new banking law allowing full depositor payment despite cash shortfalls at Colgate Bank.
Taft clasped plans with Foraker in Toledo as election year loomed. The scene hints at rival strategies and shifting alliances before the vote.
Luther W. Knisely, a Dekalb county representative, revealed an offer to switch parties for an office vote on Governor Hanly's county option bill. He testified on the floor and in an affidavit, naming Republican Senator Wickwire and Hanly. A legislative inquiry exonerated Knisely but not Wickwire, who blamed the panel as a scapegoat while Hanly refused to meet.
The piece notes many traveling salesmen in Indiana back Bryan Kern Marshall and oppose Taft Sherman Watson. It accuses the Republican party of slander and hypocrisy led by Rushville Republican against traveling men, calling out fake travelers and roguish types funded by brewers. It also attacks Sherman and Roosevelt’s son in law and mocks the gold standard claims amid Hanly’s campaign.
A brief paragraph notes the Republican party has engaged in a prolonged scare campaign, implying heightened fear among their opponents and the public.
T E Snyder cashier of the Farmer's Bank of Rockport Indiana swears the above statement is true. Subscribed and sworn before H L Boyd notary public on September 29 1908 with seal. Notary commission expires January 31 1909.
The Brown Trust Company and Brown & Brown Attorneys announce the appointment of an administrator for the estate of Francis M. Thurman of Spencer County Indiana. The estate is believed to be solvent and ongoing.
Notice from Rockport Indiana Common Council invites sealed proposals at City Hall by 10 a.m. October 12, 1908 for sidewalk and improvement works under improvement resolutions number five. Council reserves right to reject any or all bids. Mayors and council members listed.
Evansville Railway Company Eastern Division lists passenger schedules from Rockport to Evansville and Hatfield with hourly departures from early morning to evening and connections to Richland Lake Port. Freight service runs Rockport to Evansville daily except Sunday at 3 45 p m with depots at Main and 9th Streets. Contact numbers Home 229 Cumberland 170. W A Carson general manager F A C Storton traffic manager. Cascasweet baby remedy ad with no opiates sold by T C Basye.
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