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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1916
Page
6
The Sullivan Journal established 1866 is published by Dirrelle Chaney and R P White. Entered as second class matter July 1 1873 at Sullivan Indiana post office under act of March 8 1873.
The article notes imports during the tariff period reached 1.405 billion dollars for 10 months, versus 1.26 billion under the prior administration, a 145 million dollar rise. It argues that democratic policy reduced American buying power while opening markets, with European factories planning expanded production anticipating tariff removal.
The administration faces suspicion over a rural credits bill aimed at election time. It could pass without electoral test until after the vote, while creating many new jobs. Critics compare it to exemptions from civil service seen with the Federal Reserve Bank system.
During the eight months ended February last Australia and New Zealand shipped 38 million dollars worth of goods to our shares and aided Britain during the ongoing European conflict, reflecting strong wartime trade ties and support.
The passage notes a Democratic policy with shipments valued at 10 million dollars and accuses Underwood tariff law of misreading. It claims 74 percent of American imports entered duty free and notes imports rose 280 percent in eight months of 1915 16, warning Free Traders the surge will worsen.
The debate argues that wartime demand boosted American industry and exports, led by Democratic policies, while warning voters that prosperity may fade postwar. George W. Lucas notes BuchCoatsville boom and workforce strain as European orders surge. A House plan seeks tariff, anti dumping and tax measures, but Republicans may oppose, calling it a campaign document.
The Secretary of War refused to issue guns and ammunition to a rifle club in Arizona amid fears they might be used against Mexicans. Around the same time the administration allowed 1,000,000 rounds to depart Douglas bound for the Carranza government, signaling a stance on preparedness for the other side.
Mr Bryan predicts a new platform in St Louis for all Democrats to unite. He notes the Baltimore platform broke apart after Woodrow’s election, with factions clashing so thoroughly there is little left to even fashion a gavel for the convention’s temporary chairman.
In the Muncie Press commentary Lincoln is described as not a superhuman candidate, with Seward as the standout figure of the convention. Lincoln is portrayed as a one term congressman and lawyer whose humility and common sense steadied the nation, arguing crisis demands steady leadership over a single extraordinary figure.
The article notes that since the Republican Party founded, a Democratic president has not succeeded in office by re election and signals expectations that Woodrow will not break this rule.
Marshall is cited as one of the three wise men in the current administration. Garrison resigned, Chamberlain worked, and Marshall did nothing and said nothing. The text asserts there are no others.
The glass industry expanded across many states aided by tariffs that protected local factories and used local raw materials. Republicans pegged tariff rates around 47 percent ad valorem to spur factories, though imports during a ten month span reached $4.707 million, showing competition. The Underwood tariff later reduced duties to about 31 percent.
A scientist claims a method to sterilize antediluvian eggs making them suitable for consumption. The remark notes the result would please those who accept the historic hen fruit from China amid a debate over protective duties.
Advert says Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey stops a cold’s lingering cough and phlegm by soothing inflammation and loosening mucus. It claims rapid breathing relief and bronchial protection, urging readers to buy at druggists with a guarantee of help.
Mrs Alva Goucher aged 52 years who lived northeast of Pimento and north of the Union church died of heart trouble yesterday. The funeral was held today at 11 a.m. and burial took place at Brown Cemetery.
Tuesday George McGarvey ten year old son of Will McGarvey had the third finger on his right hand severed by a lawn mower. Playmate Earl Truitt also nipped several fingers of his right hand by the revolving knives of the same mower.
At a recent school board meeting Farmersburg elected BE. A. O'Dell as superintendent and A. L. Taylor as principal. E. W. Kester J. H. King Zoe Barbie Elsie Hill Gladys Hopewell Vera Brown Henrietta Birlingmier and Zora Wisenar were re elected. Miss Manor was not retained.
The Dix Lumber Co urges steady business momentum despite war scare rumors. It stresses proactive plans and investments in building projects to keep the economy and morale high, insisting the country remains safe and sane.
The article notes a marriage and mentions Miss Edith Collins who wished to remain out next year to attend the State Normal.
Former Sullivan boy Crawley earns a big oil industry promotion. He steps up June 1 as assistant to Sinclair Oil president H F Sinclair in New York, joining a $55 million corporation with higher salary.
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