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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1916
Page
6
A survey of editorials from The State Press Tom Taggart and Fowler Republican mock moves to curb gambling at French Lick and West Baden and critique Congress for targeting newspapers with postage limits. The Brooksville American adds humor about stripping railway passes as part of broader criticism.
Railroads claim the Ohio two cent rate of travel will not pay expenses and indicate imminent large expenditures for additional passenger cars in the state.
The Pennsylvania railroad reports last year net income of 38 million dollars. Critics question why a prosperous line should not offer supporters a free ride, noting the political tension over unfunded benefits.
The Shelbyville Republican notes Pennsylvania's new election law as a system offering honest voter registration and strong ballot safeguards. It mentions growing public approval of Governor Pen nypacker for calling the extraordinary legislative session.
Brother John Gregory of Warren County aspires to the Republican nomination to represent Benton and Warren counties in the next general assembly. He previously filled the position in the 70s with honor and distinction and faces no current opposition, likely being nominated by acclamation.
Nat Hill, the state treasurer, faced a large warrant for 122,882 dollars when T B Millikan arrived. Hill invited him into the vault and began counting the cash. The piece reflects on past officials Sherrick and Storms and their missing strong-box contents.
The report of Governor Hanly pardoning David B. Sherrick after sentencing is likely false. While Indiana residents would prefer mercy, critics doubt pardon serves the public interest and fear it would invite charges of favoritism and undermine the conviction's impact.
Community debate centers on Dave Sherrick and a controversial use of entrusted public funds. The article argues his actions went beyond accepted practice and risked larger financial loss, despite sympathy for his predicament. It notes officials routinely deposited funds in banks, a practice challenged as unlawful, and highlights the governor’s intervention as pivotal to avoid greater harm.
The Rushville Republican notes the Hanly administration as clean and earnest in law enforcement setting new ideals for the Republican Party. It says the administration and policy deserve enthusiastic party support and approval, and predicts strong unity as convention approaches.
The government posted large February receipts and small expenses, wiping out the early-year deficit to show a surplus of over 1,000,000 dollars. Democrats hoping for deficit political gain are discouraged as prosperity continues. February customs duties exceeded the prior year by more than 2,000,000, and internal revenue rose over 1,500,000.
The Marion Chronicle notes no decline in Great Lakes shipping. Lake commerce has risen, shipyards hold full contracts for this year and beyond. Sixty ships of 10 000 tons are in service, with two 625 foot vessels approved, totaling 21 500 gross tons. Iron ore and grain transport fuels the surge.
The writer cites Cleveland Ohio’s funds earning 1 781 341 60 over ten years at 291 07 per day as a model. They urge Indiana to adopt similar laws to reduce taxation and improve honesty in public money handling.
The passage argues that Hearst would disgrace the Democratic party and hamper any chance of winning the presidency in 1908. It suggests Hearst is worse than Bryan and would defeat the party if nominated, asserting that any other Democrat such as Bailey or Tillman would be preferable.
A Fort Wayne News column argues the Democratic Party veers further left as William Jennings Bryan gains conservative support. It contrasts Bryan with Hearst and notes past radicals like Herr Most, questioning the party’s direction.
The Southern Indiana Railway offers one way colonist tickets at half fare plus $2 to western and southern points from Feb 16 to Apr 7 1906 and again Sept 16 to Oct 6 1906. Rates include California and Northwest routes with several city pairs priced around $80s to $84. stopovers up to ten days allowed. For full routes and tickets, contact the issuing office.
The Princeton Democrat comments on Governor Hanly and political attacks, praising his fight for purity in office and the strict interpretation of laws. It notes officials losing positions and bondsmen paying, while also naming Dr. Edwin D. Starbuck of Harsham College as elected to the Spice Society of Ragland, Gary.
Property listing notes Mrs Amy Murdock of Sullivan RR 2 seeks to trade her residence and six acre tract located one mile west of New Lebanon for property in Sullivan. Rural route subscribers urged to report missed papers on Wednesday.
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