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Newspaper
Sheridan News
Location
Sheridan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1908
Page
2
The Sheridan News lists town officials and officials elected under the Republican Township Ticket with names for trustees assessors and county offices. It notes a new fire alarm bell at the light plant costing about 225 and urges the addition of water for fighting fires after alarms.
A suggestion for forming a Sheridan Business Men's Association to represent business interests exclusively. It argues the Commercial Club, including farmers and professionals, is less effective for business needs and urges immediate setup to prepare for the fall Corn Carnival a month ahead.
The New York World argues the Republican plan aims to maintain the protective system, adjust duties to current conditions, raise or lower duties as needed, and proceed quickly once data is gathered. It contrasts this with Democratic calls that protection is robbery and revenue is the sole issue, noting broader support for revision.
An advertisement notes that sale bills are printed at this office at reasonable prices with a free insertion in The News.
James E Watson born 1864 Winchester Randolph County Indiana rising lawyer and congressman with Reform era roles as Republican whip. A noted courtroom advocate and campaign speaker, his record spans Naval Affairs Militia Ways and Means and Fisheries committees with strong public service and a clean private life.
Fred A. Sims of Frankfort Indiana, re nominated without opposition at the Republican State Convention for a second term as Secretary of State. Born October 8 1867 he built a career from bank work to law and public service and is praised for prompt firm prudent and public minded leadership.
John Billheimer of Washington Daviess County seeks a second term as Auditor of State. The profile highlights his legal career, integrity, and flawless record as Deputy Auditor overseeing about 55 million dollars, plus reforms in insurance law and public service.
The speaker earns praise for a pleasing personality and ability to connect with people. He is hailed as a future great governor and lauded for leadership, knowledge of public affairs, responsibility, and decisive action as House Whip.
The report outlines Indiana's ongoing state and national campaigns this year. It notes candidate activity, fundraising, and voter engagement efforts across districts, with emphasis on key races and party strategies shaping the election calendar.
James Bingham of Muncie, Republican nominee for a second term as Attorney General, is described as energetic and capable. Born in Fountain County on March 16, 1861, he rose from farm and sawmill work to teach, serve as county superintendent, and earn a reputation for prosecuting the Pollard school furniture swindle. He faced near blindness but continued practicing law with his wife reading to him.
A Textile World Record note discusses dumping selling abroad for less than domestic prices. It cites English firm discounts and argues dumping harms both dumper and dumpee but not as an argument against tariffs. It mentions Canada and the United States as examples in global trade.
The Berliner controversially battles through tram crowds and jostles pedestrians with obstinate insolence, provoking fury from visitors used to higher civilization in other capitals, according to a Berlin cor. Londen Outlook report.
Daily exercises keep muscles in order head erect and shoulders back. Good carriage benefits posture and longevity, helping even in old age.
A waiter teases about serving a knife with pie. A patron replies with surprise and asks for an ax, signaling the noisy wit of the dining room exchange.
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