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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1913
Page
4
The Merom Herald speculates Woodrow Wilson could be another Abraham Lincoln if he wins tariff reform. It notes fears a free wool list would mirror Cleveland era policies and shame Democratic farmers who raise sheep.
The platform denounces protective tariffs as unconstitutional while several Democratic statesmen start hedging. They urge retaining duties, especially on products from their own districts, signaling a cautious shift before the vote.
The article argues the democratic party seeks to cut tariff duties to lower food prices and treats protectionist policy as a public injury and constitutional violation. It warns that with the party in full government control, enacted tariffs could disrupt industry, wages, and employment, affecting prosperity and living costs.
American farmers in Speaker Clark's district and across the nation react with concern as President Wilson and Secretary Bryan push free admission of wool in the tariff bill. The piece argues wool labor is costly and better paid in the United States, noting sheep farming demands more effort here than in Australia.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat argues free wool would ruin American wool growers, noting current duties yield revenue of 20 million dollars and warning that cheaper clothing would not offset farmer losses. The piece contrasts Bryan and Wilson positions, laments free trade, and questions promised tax offsets.
In Michigan the Republican ticket triumphed with Col Roosevelt appealing for bull moose votes seen as a factor. Beveridge predicted a 1916 presidential win, while progressives suffered a poor statewide showing with a bad third in Kent County and Democrats finishing second. Municipal results echoed defeats in other cities.
The piece argues the Republican party remains militant and growing despite calls for destruction like the Whigs. It questions the durability of the Progressive party, calling it a one man show and a failed revolt that petered out quickly. It cites New Jersey’s protectionist vote as a barometer of political shifts.
Bloomington Star notes protectionist sentiment among Democrats as White House hints at a progressive candidate pledge if tariff reform fails. It cites Indiana and Ohio results showing Democratic margins narrow, with several Ohio Democrats opposing free wool. Local items humorously recount flood relief trips and small-town antics amid the political discussion.
President Wilson sent William E. Aydelotte's name to the Senate for confirmation as postmaster here. Approval is expected quickly and Aydelotte will assume the office within days.
Frank McCracklin of Hymera paid his $64.15 fine Monday while serving a county jail sentence for operating a blind tiger. His sentence will shortly expire and associate Joe Atkinson faces a similar sentence once McCracklin is freed.
Congressman Cullop introduced a bill seeking a one hundred thousand dollar appropriation for a government building in Sullivan including the site. The project would total one hundred thousand dollars.
The Sullivan lodge of Odd Fellows hosts an anniversary observance with a picnic dinner in the Davis building on the south side of the public square Monday evening.
Judge Bridwell reappoints Helen Mahley as library board member to succeed herself.
Fragmentary line reads Unearthly phrase about women and virtue with a warning from London press. context unclear but suggests moral instruction and critique of experience as teacher.
Sullivan Indiana invites sealed proposals for paving West Washington Street from Section Street to the west city line. Bids due May 2 1913 at 7 30 PM, opened and read publicly. Overall project includes basins, inlets, man holes, curb and gutter, pavement, and sewers with a $500 bid bond.
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