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Newspaper
The Greenville Journal
Location
Greenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
1
Republican editorial argues Bryan’s defeat would benefit the nation and party. It criticizes his tariff stance, praises Republican veteran pensions, cites 19th century acts, and contrasts Democratic opposition to pension bills with Republican support, urging voters to back the current administration on election day.
The text argues that Republican vetoes blocked pension bills under Grover Cleveland and that Democratic platforms used veteran care as a political tool. It contrasts Republican insistence on generous pensions for soldiers and widows with Democratic positions favoring surviving veterans and dependents, while criticizing attempts to avoid broad pensions and maintain a large army.
Bi kaner statements critique Bryans platform, calling it unfocused and impotent to promote desired results. He accuses Bryans career of vacillation and advocates preserving the current order to avoid constitutional collapse and social disorder. He warns of perils to U S institutions if radical change is pursued.
Explanatory note on Judge Taft describing him as not excitable yet capable, denunciatory yet analytical, fair minded to all, abhorent to sin and kindly to the sniper. Portrays him as serene, instructed, experienced and self reliant amid noisy politics with courage to enlighten public sense.
The text surveys Taft's views on trust policy and government ideals, citing his notes on Bryan and Democratic positions, plus scattered remarks from speaks at Montgeller, Cooper Union, Cleveland, Columbus, Grovetown, and Kansas City. It highlights calls to restrict monopolies, uphold justice, and maintain national unity through orderly governance.
The Baltimore Sun comments on the race between Bryan and Taft. It critiques political rhetoric and argues for steady policy over sensational promises, emphasizing economic stability, industrial progress, and cautious reform as crucial for the nation’s future.
A student essay from Washington lauds Taft as capable to clean up the desk and advance reform. The writer argues Taft can implement the Sherman act through regulatory and postal reforms, appealing to public service virtues and steady leadership.
The piece contrasts Taft and Bryan, noting Taft's conservative stance versus Bryan's radicalism. It traces Taft career milestones from Yale graduation at 20 to youngest doctor of laws at Yale, his roles as revenue collector, judge, solicitor general, and mentions his fondness for his children, especially Charles and Jules.
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