Chaney speaks for service pensions for Revolutionary and Civil War veterans
John C. Chaney argues for a service pension for veterans, citing historical precedents from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Mexican War. He contends the nation can afford pensions and urges Congress to act, criticizing Judge Miers for opposing pay to Union soldiers.
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Mexico
Congress
Abraham Liscoln
America
Grand Army of the
Bliers
Fair Play for All from Hanly Labor Day Address
In a Labor Day speech Hanly asserts no corporate ties beyond law. He recalls a life from a ditch worker to lawyer, stressing solidarity with the poor and unskilled labor, and vowing fair treatment for all under the law.
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Indiana
Parker Rivalry Splits Democratic Support Across Fractured Party
The piece describes Bryan loyalists resisting Parker, fearing corporate influence and loss of party control. It notes independents and populists wavering, some backing Watson or Roosevelt to defeat Parker, while others back Roosevelt for efficiency. It warns Parker could leverage patronage to dominate the next convention, hindering Bryan's chances.
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Roosevelt
Parker
Bryan
Watson
Desscrats
State debts and taxes hinge on Indiana Republicans
State debt reduced by 5 618 000 over nine years under Republican control. Tax levy averaged 15 percent lower than under Democrats, yet general fund debt payments were nearly three times higher in the Republican period. From 1894 to 1904 railroad and corporate property values rose, while farm land taxes per acre fell compared with ten years prior. A vote for Republican state and legislative candidates is a vote for debt and tax reduction.
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Indiana
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Vote Attitudes Amid Election Day Guidance
The text urges citizens to vote and explains that abstaining helps the enemy, arguing that two Republicans staying home equals one enemy vote. It ties Roosevelt Fairbanks and Hanly ticket to business-like government management and urges support for related local and state candidates.
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Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Frank Hanly
Ignorance or Mendacity Which
Letter by William E. Curtis criticizes Judge Parker's statements on the Philippines. He cites alleged false figures on expenditures and deaths, arguing Parker misstates costs and casualties to attack Parker’s presidential chances. The piece labels Parker as reckless and unfit for the presidency.
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William E. Curtis
Chicago Record- Herald
Spain
Philippine Archipelago
Philippine Islands
Full dinner pail or coffee pot the campaign issue
Senator Beveridge argues that four years of prosperity under Republican rule show rising per capita consumption of food and goods. He ridicules Mr Bryan by saying Parker’s election offers no clear path to better wages or home comforts for workers, urging Indiana workers to choose the proven economy.
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Beveridge
Mr. Bryan
Bryan
Republican Party
Indiana
Parker
Elessadl
The
Republic
Cheap Labor Debate Reflects Northern Press on Southern Labor
The Manufacturers' Record of Baltimore attacks movements for labor reform in the South, arguing that disfranchisement and wage laws threaten industrial and social order. It suggests Northern interests push for cheap Southern labor to shift factories and wages, warning of migration of industries if Southern conditions lag.
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Baltimore
Powuar Elestion
Osc Srord
Wielerstare
South
Pernarme
Gonvorror Vardaman
New England
United States
Linck
Out the Vote Emphasis Urges All Citizens to Vote
A call promotes civic participation urging individuals to both cast their own ballots and ensure neighbors vote, stressing collective turnout and public duty.
One Vote Shaped State and Nation Election Outcomes
The author stresses that decisive victory rests on individual votes, noting how a single ballot can decide elections. A representative and a U.S. senator were once chosen by one vote, illustrating how one vote difference could alter outcomes and shape government.
The Precinct Worker in Campaign Efforts
The article stresses the crucial role of precinct workers in elections. It notes voters favor Roosevelt and Fairbanks, but overconfidence can keep them from voting. Precinct workers must mobilize their precinct to prevent a by default outcome and ensure the vote is cast.
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Roosevelt
Charles W. Fairbanks
Democratic leadership and 1894 conditions recalled
The speaker argues that current industrial and agricultural woes reflect a return to the harsh conditions remembered from 1894 if Democratic control returns. The remark links past economic hardship to present leadership.
Republican Control Raises Indiana Property Assessments
During 1895 to the present the Board of State Tax Commissioners raised corporate property valuations by 21 percent, while farm lands and improvements rose 10 percent. The message frames a vote for Republican state and legislative candidates as supporting corporate property bearing its share of public burdens.
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Indiana
Board of State Tax Commissioners
Open Letter from John C. Chaney in Sullivan County
John C. Chaney appeals to Sullivan County voters in an October 26, 1904 open letter. He thanks supporters from all parties, argues Parker and Miers share similar platforms, pledges to serve Sullivan County if elected, requests neighbors to talk and vote for him, and notes he cannot canvass every voter personally.
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Congress
Judge Parker
Judge Miers
Sullivan County
Fire devastates Dugger livery stable and town buildings
In Dugger Indiana on October 28 a major fire destroyed J P Bidwell's livery stable and the opera house above, then spread to Bidwell's house and the Rector dwelling. A Virgil Anderson stable and more were lost. wind saved the business district. Insurance only covered about a third of the damage. Some residents found humor amid the loss, including a tale of a wide stove door hindering moving a large range.
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W. A. Rector
Virgil Anderson
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Xy Bryan
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Trimble, Lils
Crawford Co
J. 5. Bolinger
John Wall
Sullivan Circuit Court
Saint Court
Siid Cay Gud
Said
Suivae Circuit Court
W.R. Nesbit
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Sullivan Times
C. H. Stratton Loan Co
Board of County Commissioners
Cumpson
Jackson
Township
Auditor’s
Sullivan
Board of Commissioners of County Reform Act
WM. Bennett
Wiley,gambill
Josephzasbury
Board of County,Commissioners
E. E. Russell
Muehlers Drug Store
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