Sheridan Indiana Post Office Franks Political Ticket 1908
Entered at the post office at Sheridan Indiana as second class matter. Printed October 16 1908 noting candidates for Congress Charles B Landis and supporters for county offices including E J Mendenhall judge Ifra W Christian prosecutor C M Gentry auditor Geo Griffin treasurer John Bauchert sheriff Walter White surveyor Hugh Johnson coroner C C Ray and commissioners J E Clark first district and Hamilton Metsker second district Republican township ticket lists Geo W Scott trustee and R C Kercheval assessor.
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Congress
Chas. B. Landis
E. J. Mendenhall
Ifra W. Christian
C. M. Gentry
Geo. Griffin
John Bauchert
Walter White
Hugh Johnson
C. C. Ray
J. E. Clark
Bryan Real Issue in Campaign Fears for Nation
The author argues the core 1908 campaign issue is William Jennings Bryan and the threat of his executive power. He contends the senate cannot curb a president's expansive authority and defends Taft as best prepared for the presidency, praising his judicial fairness and experience. He recalls Spain's war and the creation of the Philippine enMontserrat flag as a beacon of liberty.
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William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Senate
Cleveland
United States
Chicago
Great Britain
England
Germany
Russia
Roosevelt
Philippines
Department of Justice
Iie
Republic of Panama
Japan
State Department
William H. Taft
Taft
Federal
Taft and Tariff Reform Promised by Republican Leader
A Republican speaker lauds William H. Taft and the Dingley tariff era, arguing Taft’s record in foreign affairs and canal work proves his fitness. He urges revision of the tariff to reflect wages disparities and protect American labor, forecasting a special session after March 4.
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Taft
William
Philippines
Committee On Foreign Affairs
Tam
Far East
Aguinaldo
William H. Taft
Washington
American Republic
Republican Party
William Fr.taft
James S. Sherman
Congress
United States
Tariff policy debate referenced in 1890s text
The excerpt argues for protectionist tariffs as essential to American industry. It cites the Dingley law as a model and warns that abandoning protection would cause widespread disaster and economic uncertainty for workers, manufacturers, farmers, and merchants. It endorses Watson and the Democratic stance on temperance reform influencing votes.
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Democratic Party
Marshall
Watson
Notice to Sheridan Property Owners on Fifth Street Improvements
Board of Trustees of Sheridan Town Indiana announces an assessment roll for the Fifth Street brick roadway project from Main Street to White Avenue and Fanning Street. Remonstrances against the assessment are due November 2 at 2 PM in the town council chamber. Attest Town Clerk I. W. Lindley. President G. W. Young.
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Sheridan
Ind
Indiana
Fifth Street
Main Street
White Avenue
Fanning Street
Georgia Street
Adams Street
St John Street
Fistalley
Ainley
Opp
Sau Town
Couneil
Main
Second Streets
Gate Safety Tip as Halloween Approaches
A brief notice advises readers to secure and check gate fastenings ahead of Hal lowe'en warning of seasonal safety concerns and property protection.
Apathy Disappears in Campaign, Forges Active Voter Turnout
The remark signals a shift toward high engagement in the ongoing campaign as organizers report robust participation and renewed energy among supporters. Data show increased turnout and heightened public discussion around key issues.
Neighbors Thanked After Illness and Loss of Mrs Jne B H John
We express gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness shown during the sickness and death of beloved wife and mother Mrs Jne B H John. John H Young and children extend heartfelt appreciation.
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Jne
H. John
John H. Young
Daughter of Frank Mann Dies of Diphtheria
An eight year old daughter from near Dunbar is dead from diphtheria. Funeral services were held Thursday morning.
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Frank Mann
Dunbar
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