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Newspaper
The Joliet Weekly News
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1908
Page
6
The Post Office restricts mails to subscribers in arrears, deeming those overdue as not actual subscribers. The News Company of Joliet announces discontinuation after ample notice, with two reminders issued before stopping at second-class postage rate.
A lengthy historical reflection traces Populist roots from 1872 through 1896, detailing the party’s goals of monetary reform, anti-monopoly policy, and equal transportation and education. It notes shifts in alliances, the rise of six parties including Republican, Democratic, Prohibition, Socialist, and Independence, and praises Watson and Williams as strong candidates while critiquing machine politics led by Cannon and Williams.
The article endorses Seth Gibler in the Democratic bid for the legislature. It states voters can expect Gibler to fulfill his platform, pledging clear, right, and strong adherence to promises and urging reading of his platform. It highlights transportation needs and calls for government funds to improve rivers and harbors.
Frantic days before polls close on Saturday as Joliet figures brace for a tight finish. Snapp faces criticism from antis and Clow supporters while McNaughton gains momentum, and references to Woodruff Lambert Leakie and local power struggles color the looming outcome.
Hearst officials disclose a Chicago convention plans to nominate Hinsgen of Massachusetts as a presidential candidate amid ongoing debate over Hearst’s own candidacy. Hearst says he will not run or pledge future candidacies, insisting his past word and future stance are final. The article also critiques the party platform, noting money and reform planks align with mainstream parties but lack strong principles.
The Tennesseean published a portrait of Tom Watson praising his intellect honesty and oratorical skill while noting his vindictive streak and erratic Georgia politics. It details his opposition to Bryan and influence over Brown Hoke Smith and political balance in the region.
John Temple Graves, candidate for vice president on the new ticket, rebuts Watson’s remark that the Independence party is a one man party. Graves says Populists are not losing votes and notes past support, Georgia prospects, and factional struggles within third-party movements.
The passage argues for sincerity and unity within the Populist party, praising Mr. Watson yet asserting the party’s enrollments and planks as democratic. It envisions a potential one man leadership if aligned with the right direction and invites John Temple Graves to join the discourse.
An exchange urges farmers and all rural communities to lead an organized effort to revive prosperity. It argues prosperity comes from active exchange of goods and urges farmers to buy and use products to prevent industrial decline, warning of bank savings delaying recovery.
Senator LaFollette of Wisconsin delivered a compelling address at the Joliet Chautauqua about menacing combines of capital. He warned citizens feel crushed by immense corporate power and urged agitation and education to restore individualism and public control.
The text urges voters to overlook personal rivalries and focus on principles and national salvation. It calls for retiring corporate influence, replacing leaders like Evans Hopking and Cannon, and electing fighters like La Follette. It warns of a coming commercial monarchy and urges patriots to retire stand-patters and educate politicians across parties.
Governor Hoch spoke at Pla field chautauqua drawing applause from Republicans and Democrats alike. A Republican editor praised his genuine, straight talk and urged support for the financial plank while warning against reactionary influences and gate-keeping.
The Chautauqua gatherings expand each day and will pay out this year if there is no rain or heavy rainfall. The program emphasizes entertainment instruction sociability and camping and contrasts with Plainfield style outdoor life. A summer continuation as a Petosky could bring air sunshine and season to children.
The senator gave a strong political education speech at the Chautauqua gathering Friday. He noted his potential for broad support across the Populists Prohibitionists and Hearst party lines. Watson also spoke, with one being bashful and the other doubtful about nominations.
In a stark assessment of the congressional race, the speaker argues the Republican ideal has been poorly expressed and warns fathers and mothers in the city may not back either side unless passions cool. The note alludes to McNaughton’s upcoming turn and urges restraint.
The Fishers push a Joliet to Chicago interurban bond sale and right of way work. Contractors will cover the distance in two weeks with mule teams and scrapers, aiming to reach Mokena and Frankfort the same day as construction starts. Bonds are being sold to Wilmington within days to fund the 200 mile system.
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