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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
2
Judge Rockwell speaks in the Herald Star asserting his stand against whisky before and after the November election and praising Theodore Roosevelt as a friend while signaling his withdrawal from the Harmon ticket. The piece highlights his stance on temperance and political alignments, with implied support for Taft.
Mr. Bryan says he is gratified by Maine returns but the statement raises questions about whether the sentiment reflects the narrow defeat of Prohibition. The record suggests a blend of political satisfaction and potential policy pressure without explicit linkage to Prohibition’s defeat.
A substantial weekly update in the Gazette highlights lively activity within the campaign club. Republicans should be gratified by the progress and success documented in the two and a half column feature.
Secretary Root delivered a notable speech at the New York State convention, and observers say comparing it with Bryan's efforts offers a pleasant pastime for Republicans. The remark highlights the contrasting approaches of the two figures in the political scene.
Mr Taft tells Mr Bryan in yesterday interview that his positions were clear yet Bryan says Taft fails to clarify his stance. Bryan adds it would take a dumb man to misunderstand what the judge said yesterday.
Theodore Roosevelt commends William H. Taft by stating he knows the man’s heart and that no greater tribute exists from the President. The Herald-Star presents this strong endorsement as a defining compliment from a former president.
Local Maine election focuses on state concerns with Prohibition at issue. Republicans defend current liquor laws while shifting blame to national figures. Hearst claims Bryan sought support for a 1900 presidential bid and supports the charge with alleged facts.
James A. Rick resigns from the Democratic State Committee over opposition to the whiskey candidate for Governor. He says if his reasons were not true and sufficient, the committee should have offered something more dignified than a coarse slur.
The Wheeling Register reports 20 000 attendees at Bryan’s speech while the Pittsburgh Post cites 15 000. The discrepancy raises questions about differing crowd estimates and whether both papers used similar counting methods.
The Maine result is very gratifying with the Republican plurality matching two years ago. The State sends a solid Republican delegation to Congress. The outcome has no national significance, as issues were state oriented, chiefly prohibition of liquor traffic.
From current accounts we judge that Boss Murphy and Boss McCarren will bury their differences due to deep regard for William J. Bryan. The two leaders must love that man.
The writer argues that if whisky supporters win the next election in Ohio and secure a legislature favorable to their interests, Local Option elections would be unnecessary after November. The comment labels a politician who shifts stance before and after November as a serious joke.
The whisky interests in the state uniformly back Judson Harmon while Governor Harris faces united opposition from those interests. The note urges temperance Democrats in Jefferson County to research the situation.
The Gazette questions William Howard Taft’s congressional terms and accuses Democratic papers of misleading the public, asking when Taft served in Congress and labeling the coverage as humbugery while highlighting Taft’s quotes about people ruling.
Judge Rockwell, a temperance advocate, withdraws from the Democratic bid for Lieutenant Governor. He opposes whisky after November and cannot appear on the ticket with Marmon. Temperance Democrats are advised to support Gov Harris instead this year.
A Democratic speaker says Mr. Rice follows principle, backing Gov Pattison for temperance, but refuses Harmon for not supporting the cause. The remark contrasts Rice with other Democrats, noting his consistent stance on temperance as a test of loyalty.
Senator Foraker met Judge Taft on Thursday and discussed the campaign for about thirty minutes. Taft announced that Foraker would actively participate in campaign work. The meeting signals renewed Republican unity in Ohio for a strong majority effort.
The Gazette reports J. Bryan drew cheers and acclaim in Steubenville yesterday, but local readers claim the 5,000 attendees were the least enthusiastic crowd in this political section, noting a muted reception despite high turnout.
The Gazette omits Bryan's tariff remarks while noting his claim for tariff reduction. The piece questions how steel tin and pottery sectors would respond to any tariff bill and asserts Bryan favors free trade at heart. It also highlights New York Republicans backing Governor Hughes at Saratoga, describing a triumph of popular will over party bosses.
The speaker denounces Bryan's claims about Taft and public questions. The article argues Taft has led government policy for years, Roosevelt praises Taft's initiative, and Bryan's one term in Congress and tariff stance are cited as insufficient for the presidency. The tone labels Bryan as a natural born agitator unfit for the nation's highest office.
A fragment notes a friend who has been wrong in every important judgment she made over the last twelve periods, signaling a pattern of repeated errors without listing specifics or context.
The letter argues J Bryan misjudged key issues over twelve years and warns that electing him would bring hard times unseen since the last Democratic administration. It cites Bryan’s past stances on tariff, free silver, government railways, and imperialism and quotes a 1892 Civil War veterans letter.
A fragment from the Monroe Gazette Mar 11 questions Taft State convention tactics. It accuses “greatest bunch of political criminals” of manipulating the convention and endorsing Vorys, while noting partisan bias and accusing campaigns of deception across Ohio.
In Youngstown Governor Hughes warned that adopting Bryan’s twelve year platform would flood the nation with debt and crush industry. The Ohio State Journal notes the claim as a fact voters should study, urging reflection this evening.
A Republican platform defend injunctions to curb violence and protect personal rights in labor disputes, arguing courts should act decisively without waste. It contrasts Taft's support with Democratic claims that courts are biased and require congressional regulation, asserting hypocrisy in the Democratic stance.
The Baltimore American argues that proposing court reform is a specious Democratic ploy lacking warrant and undermines confidence in a pillar of society. It states labor should not be misled into condemning the judiciary by electing Mr. Bryan.
Steubenville resident J M Reynolds is endorsed as the people’s friend and likely reelected county auditor. He began as a telegraph operator, served 13 years in the trade, spent 1 1/2 years as Pan Handle ticket agent, then nine years as city clerk before winning the auditor post in 1904. He is highly regarded among wage workers for public service.
A Labor World profile of General D A Hollingsworth, highlighting his early labor support, protectionist tariff stance, and promise to serve the masses. The piece notes his modesty, forthright nature, and record in public life including state senate and attorney general roles. It predicts strong Harrison County support and a likely large November majority based on the Senate deal principle.
The Democratic platform accuses President Roosevelt of using patronage to back Taft's nomination, calling it a violation of institutions. It argues Roosevelt's real influence was his widespread popularity and leadership, not patronage, and questions his motive to sustain power while stepping aside.
Secretary Root questions whether Mr Bryan aims to inherit his policies for dishonest ends and if he could desire to extend personal power, noting Bryan once held the highest power and rejected it.
Secretary Root argues against a constitutional amendment for direct Senate elections. He says states can already instruct their legislatures and warns that replacing electors would abandon the duty of electing a trustworthy legislature and undermine state government. He asks if state legislatures should be deemed forever unfit.
Secretary Root states that abuses of corporate wealth arise with prosperity and that constant vigilance is needed. He argues Republicans created conditions for prosperity and are addressing trusts railroads and large corporations, while no substantial issue divides the parties on these matters.
A report recounts Bryan's Ohio stop in Steubenville with a massive crowd, mobbing and cheering as he spoke from his train. Women tore roses from his jacket while workers shouted loyalty. The article questions sensational accounts and notes local industry and layoffs amid the fervent reception.
Reader letters condemn sensational reports on Bryan rallies. They accuse newspapers of bias and urge prcision in coverage. The writer argues such sensationalism misleads the public and calls for restraint in reporting political events.
The Des Moines address by William Jennings Bryan champions tariff revenue needs and denounces protective schemes as harmful to farmers. The American Economist questions Bryan’s positions, listing 46 queries on agricultural schedules and duties, while noting protection would unsettle farmers amid the Dingley era.
Pittsburg exposition in full swing near its twentieth season draws large crowds as the sesqui centennial events loom. Sept 29 set as sesqui day with decorations and festivities planned, including armor plate displays from battleship Delaware and a model Connecticut flagship, a large coal towboat fleet exhibit, home electric demonstrations, fashion displays, a Spanish American war reenactment, Sousa band closing Sept 19, and a packed music program featuring Pryor, Varied orchestras, and moving pictures.
The Gazette Times argues that tariffs protect farm goods as well as industry, listing crops and animal products from cattle to wool. It contends Bryan would scale protections to revenue, hurting farmers and manufacturers alike, and recalls Bryan’s role in free wool and his anti protection stance.
Political notes indicate Mr. Bryan has not only refrained but directly refused to state if he would grant recognition to the colored man if elected. This marks the first instance in his career of avoiding discussion on any subject.
Judge Taft announces no campaign contributions from corporations, depriving the Democracy of a major fundraising lever. The longstanding “vested interest” bogie man loses a prominent platform and must be set aside.
Mr Bryan asks fellow farmers to chip in $100 each to help elect him and vow that if they contribute he will not reveal their support. The author questions who benefits and why such money is valuable to Bryan, asking who would gain from his election beyond the donor collective.
Court news covers suits including John Murray v Kirk McDermott Oil for 378 due on an oil well near Smithfield and adjourned and settled matters such as Tri-State Investment Co. v Jasko and Jefferson Building & Savings Co. v Durenberger. It notes a wrongful death claim by W C Brown admin for Varecarlli against U S Coal Co and a long list of pending or dismissed cases with various costs and injunctions.
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