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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
4
The remark notes how Republican papers minimize layoffs in tight type during factory shutdowns, yet when a closing factory reopens with about half its staff they use display type to dramatize the event. The observation contrasts editorial emphasis with changes in reporting style.
The piece recalls past denouncements between Republicans and notes a Democratic tilt in the campaign, with Cox Browne and Guibert opposed by GOPs seeking a businesslike state government. It discusses Taft Foraker dynamics, platform alignment in Toledo, and lingering factionalism. It also mentions safe designs for banks and Governor Fort’s Atlantic City woes.
The article surveys Cuba's Liberal factions with Zayas taking a second Liberal ticket spot alongside Gomer, pledging non-opposition to the nomination. It notes Theodore Roosevelt IV and reactions to reform, and mentions William Jennings Bryan’s influence. Vermont and national political shifts, base ball receipts, and a Morocco throne abdication rumor also appear, reflecting broad postwar political currents.
The article discusses Attorney General Tronaparte acting by Presidential direction to bolster Taft’s position on bank deposit guarantees. It notes National banks abandoning charters in favor of state banks, and Kansas Republicans like Stubbs endorsing the plan. It forecasts political maneuvering involving Roosevelt, Taft, and Bryan, with warnings of a potential special session to push a guaranteed bank law.
The Cleveland Leader denounces Green's nomination for state treasurer after the Hapublican convention, accusing a faction of insiders led by Cox, Guilbert, Brown, Bivser and allies of steering the ticket. It argues Creamer leads Green in record and promise, while urging opposition to the Republican slate and detailing intra party maneuvering and anticipated appointments.
The fragment outlines a struggle around filling a vacancy after the election. It mentions Denman potentially being appointed if elected, and alleges collusion between Governor Harris, Brown, and others to influence the vacancy. The passage shows Republican tensions in Ohio and fear of secured appointment to advance partisan aims.
Washington debate over freight car shortages as the Interstate Commerce Commission reviews claims by U S rail officials. Secretary Powell and Commissioner Prouty dispute whether a year without a car deficit is possible, citing uneven equipment availability and rising traffic.
Traffin Manager Parkertt notes years of demand and rising crops, but rail freight woes persist. He cites limited equipment, aging cars, and reduced repair activity as key factors. He warns that market shifts could strain storage and transfer through October as crop yields remain high in cotton and corn regions.
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