Democats in Second District challenge Cullop stance
Mr. Cullop says he is satisfied, yet several thousand Democrats in the second district oppose him, signaling division within the party over his position.
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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1914
Page
6
Mr. Cullop says he is satisfied, yet several thousand Democrats in the second district oppose him, signaling division within the party over his position.
The Bull Moose state platform is cited as containing guidance on seed corn and an easy tango method. The reference suggests a mix of agricultural and social topics within the platform.
The Bloomington Journal notes the Progressives of Indiana schedule a gathering in Indianapolis on Friday and an outing planned for November. The report emphasizes party activities and upcoming events without additional context.
The Daily Times reported last week that Sullivan County Bull Moose delegates would depart Friday on a special train. Three Bull Moose from Sullivan left Friday and each was said to have a private car, aligning with the Times statement.
The Robinson Argus observes a shift toward the Republican party after last Tuesday's elections. The piece credits dissatisfaction with Democratic national and state administrations and the party's traditional protection of home industries, with new blood at the front signaling a return to former prestige.
The majority of Democrats in each county of the second district uphold rotation in office as a core principle. They oppose extending four year officials to two terms and warn that ignoring this principle harms Democrats and aids Republican victory. Cullop will gain 45000 dollars from the national treasury after his third term, with his private secretary earning 39 00 dollars net.
An editorial from the Sullivan Times in March discusses Mr. Cullop with endorsement by Charles D. Hunt and notes thousands of copies circulated by his press bureau during the primary. The piece questions whether the Times still shares its earlier sentiments after the Bull Moose flurry and hints at future commentary.
In the second district a battle between Cullop and Hunt observers notes lingering doubt. Republicans accuse Cullop camp of treachery over early Sullivan county returns. They claim Knox county results lagged, shaping the nomination tally and casting a shadow on Cullop’s bid.
Martin County Tribune analyzes the Bull Moose party coverage by Daily Times. It argues Republicans survive storms, praises Democratic restraint, and criticizes the Times for skewing primary news while Cullop is labeled weak.
Washington Herald reports a robust district convention with delegates from farms and towns promoting Republican protections over free trade Democrats. Oscar E. Bland, the nominee, wins praise as a popular, well liked candidate who wins neighborly support across Martinsville and beyond.
Northwestern Agriculturist notes the American Economist argues Free Trade harms farmers especially in the North while Southern agriculture fairs better under partial protection. It warns millions of white-collar workers are unemployed, leaving 3,000,000 families dependent on farmers as customers amid economic strain.
The speaker argues that free trade damages American agriculture by flooding markets with foreign goods and suppressing wages. He cites Argentina corn and Canadian oats flooding New York and Minnesota potatoes replaced by imports, claiming wages abroad are far lower and U S farmers cannot compete unless wages align.
Chicago Ter re Haute and Southeastern Railroad timetable effective April 19 1914 shows south bound trains No 7 Ar No 13 Ar No 8 Ly No 10 Lv and north bound trains with listed times 10 43 a m 3 30 p m agent A L O Neill notes connections at Terre Haute Beehunter Bedford Seymour Westport with various lines and mileage honored contact local agent D T Averitt G P Ay Chicago Ills.
Chicago April 9 United States Senator Albert B Cummins of Iowa spoke at the Hamilton Club Appomattox Day event predicting a Republican victory in 1916. He denounced the Wilson administration tariff policy urged repeal of tolls exemptions and defended a broad Progressive GOP platform while blasting Democratic control and party leadership.
Steel operations at Sharon Pennsylvania have materially slackened up indicating a notable slow in the local steel industry.
Interest identified with leading refining and marketing oil companies says there has recently been a considerable falling off in demand for petroleum products. Those who follow industrial conditions closely are not surprised at this turn of affairs as the oil companies are affected largely by general industrial conditions.
The Commerce Department reports dress goods by pounds instead of square yards, complicating comparisons of woolen imports. Still, January 1914 shows about three times the woolen fabric import quantity compared with January 1913, and 1914 values are lower than prior years.
The Friedlander Knitting Co. president reports imported goods cost about half of domestic production, causing loss of orders for the Milwaukee company.
Maj Gen William H. Carter says for the first time in peace times both services recruit to full authorized strength. He notes slack work and calls recruiting a barometer of industrial conditions reflecting a robust employment climate.
A police census counts 96000 unemployed men in New York City. The figure is smaller than the 300000 previously reported by charities but still seen as insufficient by officials and the public.
The treasury shows a deficit of 25,492,104 so far this fiscal year versus a surplus of 10,806,794 last year, a swing of 36,298,898 dollars to the bad. The figures indicate a deteriorating fiscal position as the year progresses.
A farmers bulletin from the Department of Agriculture challenges the idea that Argentine beef lowers U.S. meat prices. It notes nine Buenos Aires slaughtering and exporting plants, with five controlled by Chicago companies, and reports a subdued pig iron market in Cincinnati last week with minimal sales and inquiries.
The Chicago market saw Argentina beef offered alongside domestic cattle for the first time. Judges rated its hind quarters fat and attractive due to alfalfa feeding, with forequarters less strong. prices ranged from 8 to 8.40 dollars, about 8.25 for typical carcasses. The Armour restaurant featured Argentina beef on the menu, sparking diner discussion. Failures last week reached 347 in the United States, up from 294 a year earlier per Dun's Review.
Due to poor business and a drop in travel the C. H. and D. has abandoned its night owl train from Cincinnati and the night train to Indianapolis. Service between Cincinnati and Chicago is also curtailed on the Pennsylvania and Big Four lines.
A prominent Columbus iron and steel man, noted as a Democrat, remarked last week that business is rotten.
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