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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1904
Page
7
The piece contrasts growth and wage levels with claims the gold standard fueled prosperity, while arguing the St Louis platform misattributes gains to gold. It recalls a Bryan Parker confrontation, condemning bunko tactics and praising the party’s discipline amid factional strains.
Fusion Populists break from Democrats to form a state convention in Indianapolis on September 14 to nominate a full state ticket and electors. Adam P. Hanna and John Medere lead the effort aimed at uniting opponents of Wall Street influence and drawing from fusion, silver Republicans, and Bryanites.
The St Louis Globe Democrat prints an interview with the Old Politician who likens Parker to Bob Little of Sioux City Iowa a known bunko steerer. He recounts Buckmaster of Ft Wayne Indiana stopping Little at the hip pocket and warns the banker voters to settle the Parker dispute.
A speaker referred to as "The Old Politician" urges that the "Jack-ass" be killed while implying the game is not over. The remark appears in a fragmented OCR snippet reflecting inflammatory rhetoric directed at a political rival. The source lacks context and attribution beyond the quoted phrases.
A July 17 1904 column by John C Chaney and his daughter extols the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St Louis. They praise electrical displays Boer War scenes and world exhibitions including Asia Africa and Europe and commend Indiana Johnson County and Sullivan County. They note the Palace of Education and Social Economy and promise to file more from the grounds after Monday.
Lincoln Nebraska July 12 W J Bryan today issued a detailed statement endorsing Parker and Davis. He cites four main reasons: anti imperialism, race politics danger from Roosevelt, preference for peace over war, and support for reduced standing army. He criticizes Roosevelt on money and trust policies while warning Parker’s platform may be constrained by party dynamics. He notes labor and tariff planks and says Democrats must judge candidates by conditions as they are.
Union bulletins from the St Louis convention drew crowds and heated chatter. Jonathan Crooks recalled moving to Cass township and rarely seeing Republicans, except Sundays. Josh Ernest read a bulletin praising Cleveland and quipped about Republican support. Democrats recalled Paul Poynter with a Hearst banner and Parker optimism noted by Jack Rogers.
A speaker criticizes Parker and the Wall Street influence within the party. He says the New York platform was vague to win southern delegates and vows to organize for a radical, progressive policy after the 1907 election to push Democratic reform and counter plutocracy in both major parties.
A comic solicitation invites agents hustlers salesmen clerks and all who wish to laugh to send 50 cents for Tips to Agents circular. It promises a return of $50 if not satisfactory and notes the circular is for stamp requests from the Dr White Electric Comb Co of Decatur Illinois.
Mattix Turman and Riggs announce added Studebaker wagons to their merchandise line as a new option for customers seeking wagons. Visit the store to view available models and pricing.
Four prime Shelburn business lots offered by William L. Staley of Terre Haute Ind. 917 N. 18th St. Address listed for inquiries. Sale details framed as easy payments in a small-town classified notice.
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