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Newspaper
The Bottineau Courant
Location
Bottineau, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
4
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The Grand Forks Herald praises Taft as the candidate for North Dakota, arguing the Republican platform backs remedial and reform measures and that Democratic governance failed to enforce the Sherman act. It contrasts Taft with Bryan and cites North Dakota sentiment and tariff alignment with regional interests.
The Westhope Standard quotes Dave enraged at editors he likens to Roosevelt and aims to shield brethren from Ananias microbes. The item frames a heated local dispute with sarcasm and social tone.
The manuscript by Grover Cleveland, the only Democrat elected president since the Civil War, was released to the press last Sunday. He predicts Taft's election and analyzes the 1908 campaign strategies.
Minot Re porter notes Mayor Sam H Clark faced criticism from Bowbells residents over mentioning the arrest and confession of guilt of G L Mickford, Republican candidate for state treasurer. Clark rebuts editors who oppose such reference amid pro prohibitionists at the state convention. Prohibitionists plan to back C A Johnson for governor.
William Jennings Bryan addressed listeners at the Minnesota state fair speaking on public policy and advocacy. He urged reforms and outlined his vision for national issues affecting farmers and working families.
Louis K. Church of New York served as Dakota Territory’s tenth and only Democratic governor appointed by President Cleveland after Pierce resigned. Aprotégé of Cleveland and ally of Theodore Roosevelt, his term faced GOP dominance and intra party strife. After leaving office he practiced law in Seattle and died in 1898 during an Alaska trip.
During a Chicago visit Bryan refused to answer reporters on whether he would protect the gold reserve and uphold the gold standard if elected. He declined to be quoted on the subject, prompting notes that Democrats who opposed Nebraskan in past elections will likely oppose him again this year.
Oxup IkE Stephenson won the senatorial endorsement after a brisk chase of the youngsters in the Wisconsin primary. LaFollette’s man Lenroot defeated Congressman J J Jenkins for renomination as H Tarr pledges Roosevelt policies. Bryan told a Fargo audience he supports Roosevelt style reforms, while Courant notes Teddy had not confirmed Nebraskan statements. Republicans won Vermont by a sizable majority, similar to 1900.
The city of Atlantic City stayed dry on Sunday, despite its location on the seashore. No rainfall or moisture affected the coastal region as weather conditions persisted.
The Lansford Times editor Bro Evans is reminded that postal rules prohibit publishing the name of the holder of the lucky number that drew the pipe, reflecting a strict stance on naming in lottery notices.
Speculation ties John A. Johnson's reelection as Minnesota governor to potential national ambitions in 1912. The piece notes William Jennings Bryan seeking another chance, implying Johnson may pursue broader political influence if elected again.
Geo. W. McFarlane and E. A. Borsheim traveled to Bismarck to attend the state central committee in person, rejecting proxy arrangements. Floppy had predicted otherwise.
The Minneapolis Journal changes hands Tuesday with praise for its status as a leading evening daily. If the new proprietors sustain current standards, the paper is expected to do well.
LaFoutstre threatens to launch a weekly newspaper modeled on Bryan's Commoner. A politician’s fame prompts media ventures, similar to a champion prizefighter moving onto the stage.
Mr Bryan did not win support from insurgent Republicans in North Dakota. He was banquetted at the Merchants Hotel in St Paul before traveling to the state on Tuesday.
The report notes missing details about the man who struck Billy Patterson and a polling tilt toward Bryan and Burke in the local race, with only scattered clues remaining from the Minot area.
A slogan labeling the Democratic Party as promises only and the Republican Party as promises fulfilled appears as a tag line from The Courant for job printing.
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