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Newspaper
The Caldwell Tribune
Location
Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1908
Page
5
The Tolse Statesman argues for a direct primary law as a potential remedy to political ills in Idaho. It cautions that while such a law could curb corruption, true reform requires a awakened citizenry and responsible public conduct beyond any single legislative change. Salvation may be here, but we haven't seen it.
The writer criticizes four years of searching for guidance in regional papers and blames republican papers for manipulation. They declare independence from outside influence. On September 22, 1908, the Horse Statesman list gave them hope as they vow to forge their own salvation despite critics.
The Nampa Record attacks senator Heyburn for urging Republicans to back party nominees and editorially calls for Democrats to support democratic nominees as soon as the supreme court clarifies their type. It argues that differences must be set aside to present a solid front to the enemy, noting consistency has little value in electing public officers.
A reader questions the Statesman's honesty in its coverage of Republican nominees, suggesting its editorial stance shows a pattern of rule or ruin rather than balanced reporting. The critique implies readers should weigh the paper's reliability against its partisan attacks on the state ticket.
The Tribune asserts that recent arrivals to the state are shielded from its past, alleging the Statesman would only praise candidates if Lansdon and Hastings controlled its printing. It cites past actions against Steunenberg, Gooding, Moody, Bogart, Pinney, Heyburn and others to claim insincerity and bullying, and contends the paper has no proof of the alleged evidence it boasts of.
The State Federation of Women's Clubs for the Second District held a three day session in Caldwell this week. The Caldwell Tribune invites continued visits, praising the ladies as gracious hosts and promising the city’s hospitality and open doors for future gatherings.
The sheriff and the Pioneer Irrigation District secretary will chair and secretary the county central committee. They should manage without much extra expense and will likely continue drawing their salaries.
The article critiques the Statesman and compares Lansdon and Borah legal matters. It notes identical motions to direct verdicts and differing court instructions, arguing both men were innocent while highlighting perceived unfairness in the Statesman’s handling and reference to Senator Borah.
Tribune 8 reports Slick Ed named secretary of the county central committee giving him a large edge among post office candidates if Bryan wins. The note signals political maneuvering and forthcoming competition in local elections.
The Pocatello Tribune reports on how at a Boise convention two years earlier Senator Heyburn removed the word direct from a direct primary plank, allowing the resolutions committee to adopt a more nuanced primary law. The article outlines Heyburn’s stance that elections should approach the people without binding lawmakers to a specific measure, and notes support from Brady and others for discussing a primary law in the campaign.
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