Indiana Republicans Rally Behind Taft for Congress
Indiana Republican leaders describe a united front as congressional nominees rally with state chairman F E Lee and Senator Beveridge. They praise Taft era gains, foresee strong statewide victory, and plan aggressive campaigns highlighting tariff reform and progressive Republican policies. Theodore Roosevelt support is noted as a boost.
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Bettter
F E. M. Lee
Indiana
Congress
Taft
Washington
Repubican
Beveridge
Republican State Organization
National Congress
Theodore Roosevelt
Tariff Commission
Beveridge predicts historic Indiana GOP victory this fall
Senator Beveridge told reporters after a state Republican committee meeting that extensive checks show Indiana will be carried by a very heavy, historic majority. He said the fight belongs to the people, not the candidates, and expressed confidence in voters’ intelligence and conscience despite strong opposition forces. He insisted the party shall win overwhelmingly.
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Beveridge
Indiana
Republican State Executive Committee
Wood Renominated for State Senator Pledges to Support Laws
Will R. Wood, renominated by Republicans for state senator from Tippecanoe and Benton counties, pledges to stand by existing liquor laws. He urges Indiana to return Senator Beveridge to the U S Senate. Russell K. Redgood chosen for joint representative from Montgomery and Tippecanoe counties, was Beveridge’s Peabody classmate.
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Will R. Wood
Tippecanoe
Benton
Indiana
Beveridge
United States Senate
Russell K. Redgood
Montgomery
PePauw University
Taggart Aims to Redistrict Indiana for Power
The piece portrays Tom Taggart seeking influence to redraw Indiana's politics and questions whether Democratic leaders and editors will bow to his will and grant him free power. It reflects concerns about political machines and voter control.
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Mr. Taggart
Tom Taggart
Indiana
Epigrams from Beveridge Oration on Citizenship and Virtue
Senator Beveridge emphasizes citizen responsibility over party loyalty. He criticizes greed and political machinery that turn voters into automata, calling for intelligent partisanship guided by patriotism and a focus on national service over profit. He urges fair business practices, broad opportunity, and Lincoln's ideal of national purpose.
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Lincoln
Indiana Governor Marshall Criticized Over Roosevelt Attack
The piece condemns Governor Marshall for attacking Theodore Roosevelt, noting widespread Democratic disappointment and Life magazine’s critique. It argues Marshall’s approach shows narrow partisan politics and questions his presidential prospects while citing opinions from the Washington Herald.
Democrats Rebuke Rogues Over Tim Miller Senate Choice
Illinois Democrats claim credit for rebuking lawmakers who supported Bill Lorimer as U. S. senator. South Bend Times notes the drastic action against the notorious political figure and his supporters.
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Indiana
Illinois
United States
Bill Lorimer
South Bend Times
Dem
Traffic on the Increase in Railroad Line
Double tracking on the Pennsylvania Columbus division opens for traffic. Railway officials say the extra tracks boost capacity and could relieve congestion as demand grows. The project accelerates to meet freight and passenger needs.
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Pennsylvania, Columbus
Bitter to Flattering Defense In Jas B Mow Interview 1909
In a Dec 26 1909 interview Jas B Mow discusses brewing influence in Indiana politics. He claims eight legislators were bought to block his U S Senate bid while praising Benjamin F Shively and his own bid for the senate, detailing party dynamics and loyalty.
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Jas. B. Mowrow
Indiana
Bean Jamin F. Shively
Brewers
Taft supports progressive legislation in editorial stance
Editorials praise President Taft and his party for advancing reform. The Shelbyville Republic criticizes Kern's endorsement of Shively at French Lick as feigned, and the Vincennes Sun cites Dolliver on offices as bribes while ignoring Kern’s silence and Shively’s alleged purchase of influence.
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Shelbyville
Kern
Shively
French Lick
Mr. Kern
Taggart
Vincennes Sun
Dem
Dolliver
Sun
John W. Kern
Lorimer
Bosses On Top In Marion County Primary Controversy
Indianapolis reports Judge Charles Remster declined a recount in the Democratic primary. The ruling foils anti-Taggart efforts, with fraud charges against the Taggart slate remaining unresolved. The piece frames the struggle as Democratic party infighting and boss dominance.
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Indianapolis
Chas. Remster
Marion County
Remster
Kern urged to seek right judgment over political wisdom
The Tipton Times questions Mr. Kern for sealing his lips and refusing to be led into a trap. It notes he waited for a senatorial endorsement before acting and suggests strength lies in being right rather than merely wise in politics.
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Tipton Times
Dem
Revenues Adequate as Year Ends for Treasury
Washington reports the fiscal year closes with revenues exceeding estimates by over 19 million dollars and the deficit avoided at about 34 million. Pan ama canal expenditures exceed 33 million, funded by bond issues, while postal deficits shrink by 7 million. A substantial surplus arises after paying about 15 million in incorporation taxes.
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Washington, D. C
MacVeagh
Panama Canal
Postal Department
Indiana Senator Shively and tariff votes under scrutiny
The South Bend Times urges a thorough probe of charges against Senator Gore and calls for an inquiry into Senator Shively's role in Indiana tariff politics. It questions his 62 nonvotes on tariff laws and demands accountability for the party platform's tariff stance and the revenue only plank.
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South Bend Times
Dem
Gore
Shively
Indiana
Senator Shively
Joe
New Commercial Department Opens at Union Christian College
Union Christian College establishes a strong commercial department led by Prof. W. S. Sanford B B LLB a penman and bookkeeper and Indiana bar admittee. He is assisted by Mrs W S Sanford a practical stenographer and typewriter with teaching and professional experience. Courses include Bookkeeping Shorthand Typewriting and Penmanship.
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Merom College
Union Christian College
W. S. Sanford
Sanford
Indiana
Local Social Strolls and Visits Reported
Mrs Ella Brodie and Mrs Jennie Rusher called on Mrs Bill Kenaday one evening last week. Mr and Mrs John Smallwood of Gobler's Nob visited in Farnsworth Sunday. Mrs Hall Shelton and daughter Pearl were called to Jackson Hill No 4 on account of the death of Mrs Shelton's sister Mrs Cody. Mrs Laura McDaniel of Sullivan visited Mr and Mrs Bill McDaniel here Sunday. Miss Edna Willis passed through here Sunday evening. Isaac Snow called on his lady friend Sunday evening. Mrs Lena Cowden of near Cass took dinner with her parents Mr and Mrs Dave Harlow of Caledonia. Miss Buena Smallwood went to Sullivan Sunday evening. Hugh Burks made his regular trip to Frank Smith's Sunday night. Buck Harlow and wife visited his parents from Saturday until Monday. Several attended the 4th at Sullivan and Terre Haute. Walter Kenaday and Ethel Smith went to the river Sunday.
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Ella Brodie
Jennie Rusher
Bill Kenaday
John Smallwood
Gobler's Nob
Farnsworth
Hall Shelton
Pearl
Jackson Hill No. 4
Shelton
Cody
Laura McDaniel
Sullivan
Bill McDaniel
Edna Willis
Isaac Snow
Lena Cowden
Near Cass
Dave Harlow
Caledonia
Buena Smallwood
Hugh Burks
Frank Smith
Buck Harlow
Terre Haute
Walter Kenaday
Ethel Smith
River
Dr King’s New Discovery Promises Lung Relief
Napoleon’s Grit praise aside the ad touts Dr King’s New Discovery for colds bronchial ailments and lung trouble. It claims to conquer stubborn coughs hay fever la grippe and whooping cough with guaranteed satisfaction and safe results. Trial bottle free at Joe K Smock & Son’s.
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Napoleon
Dr. King
Joe K. Smock & Son’s
Old U C C Makes a Splendid Growth
Union Christian College has exactly doubled its enrollment in the past three years with one to spare. Growth has been steady and prospects point to further increases as equipment and buildings improve. About thirty thousand dollars has been invested, and the college aims to raise fifty thousand dollars more this year to bolster endowment and permanent funds.
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Union Christian College
Pleasant rain and social visits noted in county
A calm week with a pleasant rain on Saturday. Mrs Jane Nash and granddaughter Mary visited Mrs Kate Bowles on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs John Woodard and Cleo called on Mrs Mahala Conner Thursday night. Johnnie Woodard made a river trip Thursday. The Clint Murdock family and Hazel visited Oscar and Mrs McMahan Thursday night. Mrs Wm Hughes and daughter Jennie and Mrs Mamie Hughes spent Friday with Mrs Bessie Morning. Pauline Dudley and Lesta Clark shared Friday evening visits. Clint Murduck was in town Friday. Hazel Murduck visited Pauline Dudley Thursday evening. Wheat harvest is finished in the area.
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Jane Nash
Mary
Kate Bowles
John Woodard
Cleo
Woodard
Mahala Conner
Pheba McMahan
Eli Whitman
Johnnie Woodard
Clint Murdock
Hazel
Oscar McMahan
Wm. T. Hughes
Jennie
Mamie Hughes
Bessie
Pauline Dudley
Lesta Clark
Clint Murduck
Hazel Murduck
Roosevelt Duty to Serve Nation Beyond Presidency
The quote emphasizes a former president's lifelong obligation to the American people. Roosevelt reflects on the duty of public service, stating that any man honored as president remains forever in debt to citizens and must conduct himself to avoid causing regret among the nation.
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United States
Theodore Roosevelt
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Offered At Joe K Smock
An advertisement promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as earth's greatest healer for wounds burns boils sores eczema chapped hands and lips sore eyes and corns. It promises quick relief and a prompt cure with a 25 cent price at Joe K Smock & Son's.
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Arnica
Joe K. Smock & Son
Dudleys Welcome Chicago Couple This Week
Mr and Mrs Frank Dudley of Chicago visited Mr and Mrs W G Dudley in Chicago this week.
Delinquent Taxes Must Now Be Collected
A 1909 Indiana notice from the State Board of Accounts urges Sullivan County to enforce delinquent tax collection under Burns statutes. Treasurer T. E. Ward says a collector will soon be sent. delinquent parties should settle promptly to avoid added costs. Local context: Sullivan, Indiana.
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New Accounting Board
State Board of Accounts of
Indiana
Indianapolis
Sullivan
Ind
W. A. Dehority
T. E. Ward
Sullivan County
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Washington Herald
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Frank Dudley
Chicago
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