Local ballot slate lists Pierce county candidates for county offices
For Congress Oscar E Bland Greene County Hinkle C Hays Sullivan for Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Forbes Farmersburg for Representative John E M Purcell Carlisle for Clerk Circuit Court Shell Bolinger Curry Township for Treasurer Frank H Badger Turman Township for Auditor Fred Hallett Gill Township for Recorder J Hilla Needhammer Jackson Township for Sheriff Oliver Steele for Assessor John Erlinger for Surveyor Marion F Aiken Dugger for Coroner First Dist L D Line and Second Dist John Exline Cass Township for Commissioners
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Oscar E. Bland
Greene County
Hinkle C. Hays
Sullivan
Wesley Forbes
Farmersburg
John E. M. Purcell
Carlisle
Shell Bolinger
Curry Township
Frank H. Badger
Turman Township
Fred Hallett
Gill Township
J. Hilla Needhammer
Jackson Township
Oliver Steele
John Erlinger
Marion F. Aiken
Dugger
First Dist
L. D. Line
Second
John Exline
Cass Township
Curry Township Republican Convention Nominating Meet
The republicans of Curry township will meet in mass convention at Shel burn September 15 at 2 oclock p m for the purpose of nominating a republican ticket for Curry township. DIRRELLE CHANEY County Chairman. WALTER F WOOD Secretary.
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Curry Township
Shelburn
Dirrelle Chaney
Walter F. Wood
Rotation in Office Dominates Sullivan County Campaign
The Sullivan county electorate shows strong support for rotation in office as a campaign theme led by Hunt and echoed by Democratic factions. Many Democrats favor changing county management after the primary, with potential broader impact on the district. The Merom postmaster appointment of Cleveland McKinley sparks further party-driven conflict and anti-Cullop opposition.
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Sullivan County
Cullop
Charles D. Hunt
Congress
William A. Cullop
Hunt
Cleveland McKinley
Merom
McKinley
Sullivan Times
Merom Herald
Postmaster Sparks
Gill Township
Election of Township Officers in Off Year Vote
The first off year election for township officers allows voters to learn township conditions and judge trustees and assessors on merit rather than party lines. A shift toward efficiency may spark broader county reform as voters rethink local governance.
County Road Commissioner Sinecure Critique
The piece denounces the creation of county superintendent of roads as a Democratic legislature sinecure set at 1500 dollars. It urges voters to elect a Republican to eliminate such cushy jobs and reduce tax burdens across the county.
Roberts Faces Scrutiny in Terre Haute Campaign Push
Terre Haute mayor Donn Roberts, seeking the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, toured city and county last week. The Sullivan Times supports Roberts, labeling the party machine dominated and critiquing the primary system as a cure for political ills.
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Donn Roberts
Terre Haute
Sullivan Times
The
Times
Roberts
Democratic Paper's Views on Indiana Officials and Expo
The Winamac Journal notes that top Democrats push for high offices including a lieutenant governor and accompanying entourage traveling to California for Indiana's interests at the San Francisco exposition. It also reports plans to add a county corn boy to the governor's slate, funded by the Indiana legislature.
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Winamac Journal
Guy
California
Indiana
Daily Times Questions Roosevelt Endorsement Stance
The Daily Times expresses little inclination to endorse Theodore Roosevelt and hints the paper acted as a Bull Moose organ during 1912 and 1914 campaigns, suggesting a persuasive editorial leaning and motive behind its stance.
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Daily Times
Roosevelt
The
Times
Albert J Beveridge and Gresham Switch to Democrats
The Mt Vernon Republican argues Albert J Beveridge will join the Democratic party following Judge Gresham. It contends Beveridge, lacking qualifications beyond oratory, was elevated by Indiana Republicans and later seeks to undermine them by backing a Democratic aid society.
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Albert J
Mt. Vernon
Albert J. Beveridge
Judge Gresham
Gresham
Cleveland
Beveridge
Indiana
Republicans Oppose Democrats and Boost Progressives
The Times notes Republican claims that Democrats spur progressives, calling it a known fact. The piece argues the Democratic party is weak despite control of government and many states, with Woodrow Wilson’s 1912 victory not matching Bryan’s 1896 tallies. It labels the Democrats a minority party and contends the Bull Moose is their only hope.
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the Times
The
Times
Woodrow Wilson
William J. Bryan
Democratic Party
William A Cul lp Faces Voters Over Mexico Trip
The passage contrasts William A Cul lop with his Mexico plan, saying voters in the second district will present a harsher outcome. It claims he would rather face Villa and his soldiers than the district’s voters.
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William A. Cullop
Mexico
William A
Villa
Indiana Bull Moose strength stated by Thomas Taggart
Mr. Thomas Taggart asserts the Bull Moose party is stronger in Indiana now than ever. The remark follows political commentary as he is described in informal terms. Tom is referred to as the candy kid in the exchange.
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Thomas Taggart
Indiana
Tom
Socialist leader Duderstadt named editor of The Monitor
Peru Ind Sept 8 R A Duderstadt has become editor of The Monitor at Macy The Monitor is a Progressive paper Duderstadt long led the Socialist movement in Miami County and four years ago was the Socialist candidate for joint senator for Howard and Miami counties
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Peru
Ind
R. A. Duderstadt
Monitor
Macy
Cullop's Cold Feet and Political Maneuvers
A critical profile of Congressman Cullop showing repeated efforts to quit congress for federal appointments. The piece notes distrust from Indiana senators and Bryan supporters, cites past bids for vice president and governor of the Philippines, and questions his commitment to the Second district amid a possible November defeat. It contrasts with Republican appeals by Mayor Bauer for a shift to the party’s renewed vigor.
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Cullop
Congress
Baltimore
Indiana
State Department
Philippines
Philippine Commission
Fillipinos
John E. Lamb
White House
Bryan
Wilson
Clark
Wall Street
Marshall
Progressive Mayor Bauer Praises Reformed Republican Changes
The Tribune highlights Lafayette Indiana mayor Thomas Bauer a former progressive as he urges progressives to read his view of party realignment. He argues the progressive movement caused depression but notes the Republican party has been cleansed and is worth returning to, citing economic and tariff debates.
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Bauer
Republican Party
United States
America
South Bend Tribune
The
Tribune
Thomas Baur
Lafayette
Ind
Progressive Party
Miller touted as ideal Indiana senator candidate
The Peru Republic newspaper extols Hugh Th. Miller as the ideal Republican candidate for U S senator. It asserts his life and public record are open and honorable, with sane views and uncompromising integrity, urging Miami County voters to support him as the Grand Old Party’s choice.
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Hugh Th. Miller
Peru Republican
Republican Party
United States
Indiana
Commonwealth
Mr. Miller
Miami County
Indiana Democrats call for grand jury inquiry into corruption
The piece urges every Indiana Democrat to demand a thorough grand jury investigation of fraud in recent primaries and the last legislature as well as maladministered state and city administrations. It cites O Connor’s letter to Judge Markey and argues corruption demands fearless investigation to restore public trust.
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Indiana
Markey
Indianapolis
O'Connor
County Nation
Challenge to Democrats as corruption fears rise in county and city races
The Indianapolis News reports that voters fear growing corruption and restored harmony among party bosses and henchmen will yield more crooked tactics in county and city primaries this fall, challenging honest Democrats to save their party amid indictments.
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Indianapolis News
Marshall Forecasts Wilson Nomination in 1916
Tom Marshall asserts Wilson will be renominated for president in 1916 and guesses Marshall will not be renominated for vice president. The health factor makes Marshall a long shot, with results not until March 1917.
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Tom Marshall
Wilson
Marshall
Clintonian bets against Star assertions in Indiana race
The Clintonian challenges the Terre Haute Star's editorial claims on Indiana voters and Beveridge. It offers a $100 wager with $20 against the Star that its quotations are untrue, citing election dynamics and possible manipulation by precincts.
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STAR
Terre Haute Star
Progressive Party
Indiana
Albert J. Beveridge
The
Indianapolis
Clintonian
Beveridge
Clinton
Donn Roberts
Clinton Clintonian
Congressman Cullop Elevates Cleve McKinley at Merom
The text notes Congressman Cullop appointing Cleve McKinley postmaster at Merom and mentions ongoing backlash against Cullop’s post office appointments, framing renewed desire for peaceful Mexico.
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Cullop
Cleve McKinley
Merom
Mexico
Po-Do-Lax Promises Clear Complexion and Health
Claiming pimples and various ailments stem from indigestion the ad urges Po-Do-Lax as a pleasant laxative that will tone the liver purify the blood and prevent illnesses. It promises a clear complexion steady nerves and overall wellness with a 60c bottle and money back if not satisfied.
Mrs Ben Stone and Children Return to Bloomington
Mrs Ben Stone and her children, who had been visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Joe Reed, returned to their home in Bloomington Illinois. Mr Reed accompanied them for a short visit.
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Ben Stone
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Sullivan Union
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R. P. White
ED Jackson Newcastle
Auditor of State
I. Newt Brown Franklin
Joe Freeman
Ele Stansbury
Williamsport
Horace Ellis Vincennes
Quincy A
Hamilton Township
Charles F. Batey
Frank W. Hughes
Justice of the Peace
Marion F. Willis
William J. Lawson Ghorgh
William J. Williams
William Brown
William Kensler
Frank Wood
William Case
Samuel R. Cole
A. C. West
William Self
Merom Post Office
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