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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1908
Page
2
The Independence party pledges a very radical approach to injunctions and will outbid both other parties for the labor vote, signaling a sharp shift in labor politics.
The article portrays Hitchcock as tireless in duty and focus, doing his work fully each minute regardless of conditions, emphasizing unwavering energy and persistence in his coverage. It notes his consistent effort and tenacity in gathering and reporting.
Sherman Beveridge and Dolliver plan to speak in Nebraska potentially pressuring William Jennings Bryan. Governor Douglass declares he will not chair the Democratic National Committee and says he is out of politics forever.
The Boston market quotes Ohio wool at 32 and 33 cents per pound, beating free trade wool at 17 and 18 cents per pound. Secretary Taft spent Sunday at Christ's Episcopal Church in Cincinnati, and Bryan spent the day conferencing with his aides in a Chicago hotel.
Hearst and Bryan kept apart at a Chicago event. The old time chums have no use for each other. Hearst says he hates an ingrate and voices the general sentiment of the American people on that score. Bryan has proven himself ungrateful to many leading supporters.
Congressman Sherman has stepped down from the chairmanship of the Republican Congressional Committee. A successor will be chosen in the near future as the party selects leadership for the post.
A political remark urges readers to study the map and see that Democrats have little chance this year. The speaker claims the odds strongly favor Taft and calls for a large majority in support.
Congressional candidate Mc Combs accuses Harrison County Democrat of withholding aid and declares the Sentinel his official organ. The piece urges Democratic editor to reprint past anti McCombs editorials to shock readers.
Norman E. Mack stands as a creditable choice yet Bryan must seek consent from Fingy Connors and Boss Murphy to name him for National Chairman. The move signals Bryan's willingness to bow to others for personal success.
A Saturday gathering drew about four times the typical attendance, surprising organizers with high early interest. Participants left energized and committed to supporting the whole Republican ticket.
The speaker praises Roosevelt for awakening the people and pledges Taft’s administration to continue Roosevelt’s policies. He argues true admirers of Roosevelt will support Taft, stressing unity in purpose and aim between the two leaders.
The Gazette mocks a negro leader's anti Taft stance and notes black voters favor Taft. It calls Bryan's influence harmless with a Republican Senate and cites Ohio Journal on Collier's indifference to the election. The piece ponders a paradox in political sentiment during the season.
An advertisement touts S S U S as a mercury free cure for Contagious Blood Poison, claiming it removes the virus from blood and strengthens the body. The piece also criticizes campaign fundraising schemes, urging Bryan to withdraw a circular and noting presidents cannot solicit or receive gifts.
Wall Street brokers have bought anti Bryan insurance policies totaling nearly 1 million dollars through Lloyds of London. Policies cover brokers against a Bryan election with a 10 percent premium, a wager that Bryan’s defeat favors market stability. Bertschmann Maloy of Exchange Place introduced the policy.
Rev Dr Edward L Gilliam, pastor of Eleventh Street M E Church, resigns from the National Negro League anti Taft committee. He says he will not vote for Bryan or urge others to do so and criticizes misstatements about the league's stance. He emphasizes independence and support for candidates serving negro interests.
The Democratic St Louis Post-Dispatch reports Bryan and Kern signed an appeal for money for a political plan. It questions the propriety of candidates endorsing fundraising efforts and claims the pair would collect and disburse the funds themselves, noting broad farmer support.
The Herald Star urges voters especially wage earners to study Secretary Taft's acceptance speech. It dismisses character attacks from the Gompers camp, calls Taft the best and truest advocate for labor, and argues his election will bring prosperity while Bryan’s would bring stagnation and doubt.
The Herald Star carries a Taft message praising steady progress and calm leadership. It emphasizes no retreat on major issues and calls for forward action, presenting Taft as fit to lead the country with reason and resolve.
The passage portrays William Howard Taft as calm, judicial, and earnest against corruption. It argues he will neither alarm legitimate business nor impede prosperity, promising a message that resonates with awakened conscience and honest business leaders.
The Gazette misquoted General Gregg on Saturday evening’s Republican Club gathering, painting his words differently from the truth. He urged organization as essential for victory, while the crowd turnout was described as the largest ever seen at a preliminary club meeting, an eye opening scene in the city.
Hearst argues Bryan and the Democratic party lack integrity, labeling their vanguard as a Falstaff’s army driven by compromised principles. He rails against party pretensions, trusts, and promises, calling for honest citizens to oppose Taggart and Parker while noting some platform elements are flawed or borrowed.
A historical speech condemns factionalism and calls for a clear, sincere platform. It critiques Parker, Bill Bailey, and Bryan for past actions while urging harmony, reform, and bold nominees drawn from trustworthy citizens. The speaker emphasizes integrity, unity, and a principled path to victory.
Labor leaders denounce Samuel Gompers for backing large scale free labor votes to support Bryan on election day. The International Union of Journeymen Bakers and Confectioners warns the AFL officers risk alienating over 2 million workers by aligning with capitalist candidates and party bosses.
A historical column features verse about turning back the clock to avoid ill luck from a Friday nomination and hints at boxing or racing stakes. It references The Matchless, spiritual omens, and predictions of who will win. The piece also notes upcoming notification day and assorted regional tidbits.
A jumble of election talk describes Taft Hughes and McKinley plans, party divisions, and crowd energy. It notes Indiana leaning Taft, large Republican turnout, and calls for strong party organization amid cross talk and satire.
Recent oil leases filed include W. C. Woods to M. F. Connell in Cross Creek township and F. M. Ekey to Connell in Cross Creek. Wm. T. Riddle to C. A. McDevitt in Wells, F. W. Jeffries to Geo. J. Gerhardt in Island Creek, Mattie O. Green to W. H. Poole in Wells, Henry C. Wilson to J. W. Grace in Steubenville, Thomas Price to George P. Wilson et al. Ross township sees Nancy A. Henderson to Percy A. Harris be recorded.
A list of property assignments and deeds transfers across Steubenville and adjacent townships. Individuals such as John L. Culp Elizabeth Parr Angelo Pasinetti and Iola McDevitt convey lands or interests to named successors including E L Austin C F Neville W H McClelland and others. Some notices reference oil rights and gas well terms in Steubenville Wells Cross Creek and Knox areas.
Dispatches reveal the detained American woman in Chiapas, suspected as Mrs. Belle Guinness of La Porte Indiana, is the widow of late Rev. K M Cameron once a West Virginia Methodist district presiding elder. She traveled to Mexico to invest money and wore male attire for convenience. Authorities detained her amid suspicion and are investigation.
Chas Auten of 225 North Third Street, an employee of Pope Tin Works, was badly hurt Saturday morning at work when he slipped against rolls. His head was cut and his shoulder bruised. he was conveyed home and placed under a physician’s care.
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