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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1916
Page
6
The piece argues free traders claim a higher tariff unnecessary while Europe is at war. It parallels a Texas or Arkansas man who delayed roof repairs in dry weather and faced worse conditions when it rained. The editorial warns delayed action could backfire after the European conflict ends.
The article notes that mobilizing the militia lifted hopes of ending watchful waiting but those hopes faded quickly. It argues the country faces another season of experimentation in Mexico while the militia costs run into millions.
The President told a national convention that he bears no interest in any party except as a vehicle for achievement. He argues his primary aim is to secure a second term through Democratic means.
The speech frames the key note as a call to an America first and efficient in legislation administration and business. It contrasts Hughes vision with Wilson era policies and urges national unity with a four to eight year horizon toward 1925. The tale of a Texas pioneer banker is cited as a cautionary anecdote about sacrifice and integrity.
The piece notes irritation at the British blacklist and US trade concerns amid hot weather and campaign pressures. It argues Americans taking ventures abroad do so at their own risk and predicts a wave of diplomatic notes to London and another touted “great Diplomatic victory.”
The piece argues Britain supports tariffs to shield its industry from German competition at home and abroad, predicting a global shift to protectionism after the war and urging the Democratic Party to accept a Republican tariff framework.
Congressman Martin B Madden of Illinois described a story during a discussion of a democrat ic amendment to a sizable appropriation bill. He suggested the amendment would be retold by political speakers in the campaign season.
Editorial contrasts what Hughes would do with Wilsons record. It argues Hughes would finish what he starts and never back down in international crises, unlike the president who started many actions but finished none. The piece cites Veracruz and Vera Cruz events, and US stance toward Germany and Villa. Indianapolis Star.
The piece reviews repeated adjournment hopes, shifting timelines from June to August and now possibly October, amid a revolt by “little navy” members over Senate additions to the naval program. It cites revenue bill recasts and predicts a House Senate clash, labeling Democratic mismanagement and noting Fitzgerald’s defense of spending.
The piece argues that Windy Bill Cullop plans to return home and abandon his Congress duties to fix his political fences. It asserts his promises lack credibility and his absence from Washington shows the district has no representation during critical times.
The piece argues Democratic inertia in 1916 spurred by Republican pressure and warns that Josephus Daniels aims for more ships and speed. It notes administration press claims of sixteen new capital ships by 1919 and laments missed opportunities from 1914, suggesting earlier action could have delivered ships by 1917.
The text notes Vance McCormick plans a film depicting the Wilson administration in operation and a dramatic sinking of the Lusitania with close ups of Wilson in the White House.
A bill would bar congressmen from drawing pay for time missed unless sickness is proven. Cullop reportedly drew about $1250 this term while campaigning in the district, denying promises not to run again in 1912 and 1914. It is said he discounts his check in advance in Washington to spend socially before payment.
The piece notes a shift from 1902 when Roosevelt bought the Danish West Indies for 5 million to now under Wilson who reportedly offers 25 million for them. It contrasts past cost of living declines under Democrats with the escalating price of the islands.
Senator Curtis of Kansas On current figures says 1916 will see a record number of failures not counting Wilson's failure to make good. The statement suggests a broad pattern of underperformance in the year.
A householder sits with a stern face and steady hands at a worn typewriter. He regards the machine as a still adequate defense for the country, fingers tapping with feverish focus as he confronts imagined dangers.
The Martinsville Republican accuses Cullop of pork politics both past and present. It claims his opposition to the Linton public building bill shows a desire to dodge voter anger over extravagant government spending. The editorial labels his earlier bills as buncombe and accuses Hoe of being a leading pork advocate.
Speaker Clark names Mr. Cullop to a committee to investigate railroad conditions in the country. The note asks readers to recall a leader of a great railroad making a similar appointment.
A news dispatch states Mr. Bryan will trail Mr. Hughes and recalls Bryan has trailed two other prominent Republicans in presidential years.
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