Editorial urges unity in Kentucky Democratic clash over local option
The column urges temper and unity among Kentucky Democrats as they prepare for the State convention. It criticizes excessive expulsions and threats, calls for inclusive leadership, and predicts an energized campaign against Republicans led by Bryan. It defends rights of local option opponents and urges a large Democratic gathering to bolster Billie Bryan’s national bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Salt River
Republican
Times
Courier-Journal
Watterson
Bryan
Marie Henry
Gov. Beckham
Democrats
Beckham
Persimmons
Taft
Teddy
Jet
United States
Billie Bryan
Billie Koy
Golden West
Indiana voters urged to beware unfit legislative candidates
The Springfield Sun editorial on January 23 1907 attacks Indiana voters for electing a legislature that opposes Gov Hanleys reform measures. It likens choosing lawmakers to selecting a horse and warns voters to scrutinize past conduct and avoid pliable hand shakers and tale sayers who may be corrupted by lobbyists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Hanley
Tobacco tax repeal endorsed by Fourth district congressman
Congressman Ben Johnson pushes to remove the 6 cent tobacco tax to 2s as a nearly unanimous House bill heads to the Senate. Johnson promises the measure will pass, a victory for tobacco growers and a notable achievement for the Fourth district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ben Johnson
Senate
Louisville
Johnson
Senate clash over county unit bill sparks accusations
The March 16 vote row erupts as Senator Linn faces criticism for switching positions. The piece names senators who supported or opposed passage, argues the bill was dead on March 4, and laments the political maneuvering amid temperance stakes in Kentucky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conn Linn
Committee On Religion and Morals
Burnam
Donaldson
Ecton
Griggsby
Hogan
Jarvis
Joe de Rives
Smith
Watkins
Watson
Bosworth
Campbell
Charlton
Chinn
Combs
Cura Hubble
McNutt
Nell
Newman
Owen
Tabo
Taylor
G. A. Walker
Wilhems
Linn
McNutt, Nell
Cureton
Taylor Et
Democratic
Kentucky
Iit
Senate
Cox
Temperance People of
Temperance People
Senator Linn
The Power of a Vote and Its Dangers
A dated editorial argues voting carries grave responsibility and urges persuasion over coercion to curb reckless ballots. It warns that one intelligent but unconcerned voter can steer elections, while political parties push flawed nominees to win, threatening the republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Republic
Beckham Speech Praised by Frankfort Young Men
Gov Beckham delivered a forceful address to the Frankfort Young Men's Democratic Club last Thursday. The speech is praised for logical structure and clear meaning, with smooth language and strong metaphor conveying decisive arguments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Beckham
Democrate Chuir
Frankfort
Legislature Adjourns Amid Quips on Journal Boys
Bro. Walton of the Kentucky State Journal calls some country press boys "young roosters." The remark veers toward "woolly roosters" and draws a Wattersonian jab, prompting critics to cut it out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Walton
The
Kentucky State Journal
Country Press
Tobacco tax repeal gains House approval for Kentucky growers
The House passed a bill by Representative Dalzell removing the 6 cent tobacco tax, allowing store keepers to buy and sell tobacco like other goods and easing sales to consumers. Ben Johnson predicts Senate passage, signaling strong protectionist support. The measure also abrogates certain Internal Revenue rules restricting grower sales through agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Kentucky
Dalzell
Pennsylvania
Ben Johnson
Senate
Protection
Internal Revenue Bureau
Death of Miss Penick in this city
Miss Jennie C. Penick died at her sister Mrs. W F Neikirk home on Tuesday March 17 1908 from general debility. She was a devout Methodist and Christian. Funeral from Neikirk home Thursday at 9 o clock interment at Bethel Union church Marion county at 2 PM. Jest and Earnest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie C. Penick
W. F. Neikirk
Methodist Ciie
Bethel Union Church
Marion County
Also Mentioned on This Page
Editorial
Brethren
Springfield Sun
W. C. McChord
House
McChord
Miss Penick
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!