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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1918
Page
4
The Sullivan Times quotes the paper saying both parties are equally loyal and patriotic, while noting Fred Bays the Democratic candidate for Congress disputes the claim and questions its validity after an address in Washington.
The piece argues Fred Bays uses large four stand posters claiming popular support for the president in 1861 and 1898. It asserts there is no misrepresentation and contends Oscar E. Bland should win in 1918 for his steadfast wartime record and faithful representation of the district.
An editorial in the Sullivan Times accuses Congressman Bland of dual treachery while praising his wartime record. The piece condemns an opponent for unpatriotic remarks and propaganda at patriotic meetings. It notes hostile whispers tied to a well known partisan source.
The Martinsville Republican argues against turning Fred Bays draft exemption into political capital. It contends he acted as many volunteers did, performing his duty without seeking fame, and warns against exploiting patriotism for personal or political gain.
The Sullivan Times attacked George R. Griffin democratic candidate for joint representative against Oliver K. Dunn republican of Spencer. Griffin had to pay for the ad. Dunn visited Sullivan on campaign business as he aims to succeed Griffin. The Indiana Dry Federation labeled Griffin wet and Dunn dry.
War measures dominate agenda as Congress recesses with all Indiana members home. Representative Bland aimed to speak for the Liberty Loan campaign but influenza restrictions delayed him. Bland to return to Washington to vote on the war revenue bill, expecting unanimous passage. Chairman Kitchen plans another recess after the vote, with Bland likely visiting his district then.
An editorial argues there must be no armistice with Germany and calls for unconditional surrender of the Kaiser and expulsion of the royal family. It condemns any peace terms before victory, supports continued combat, and criticizes recent Democratic political rhetoric.
The Sullivan Times notes a hard fought race against Fred F Bays in the second district. It cites Charles G Sefrit of The Washington Herald as amplifying the opposition. The editorial underscores campaign tensions and a contested contest in the district.
A poem from Owen County Journal lauds a soldier nicknamed Fightin Fred for bravery against the Hun. It recounts his wartime deeds across no man's land and his death in battle, then notes the draft board will send him to France while home front victory over Germany continues.
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