Bonaparte Bares Trust Inquiries in Political Scandal
A long report details trust investigations under President Howe, citing 228 civil and criminal actions, with 40 concluded successfully and 1 pending. It lists numerous corporations, mentions fines totaling $8,001, and notes that 14 of 50 proceedings in a prior era succeeded. The Attorney General emphasizes ongoing inquiries and the department’s policy for the remainder of his term. Political snapshots contrast Bryan's campaign stance with past records, citing editorials from Baltimore Sun and St. Louis Globe Democrat.
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Bonsparte
Joarpiiin Thanlele
Democratic Rem
Chiregy
Eabee
Wade
Mr. Daudi
Mi Cane
Moriey
Monroe
Howe
Chenaarete
Joho
Moody
Polley
Ani
Bryan
Denver
Strynan
Baltimore
Kansan
Saya
Louis Globe Democrat
Moosevets Advice to Labor and Taft's Labor Support
President Roosevelt urges labor unity and loyalty to Taft, praising his record and warning that the nation’s workers should vote for the candidate who will advance labor interests. The Labor World editorial frames Taft as the labor ally and criticizes opponents while emphasizing the impact on workers nationwide.
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Pittsburg
Roomyett
Brent Doney
Roosevelt
Mit
Stites
Taft
Taft Attacks on Gompers Highlight Labor Debate
The article relays Taft criticizing Gompers and labor politics in a Waterloo speech and contrasts Roosevelt and Bryan in a Cumberland stop. It notes labor voters’ independence and mocks claims of anti labor sentiment while stressing the campaign’s heated rhetoric over capital and life interests.
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Taft
Waterloo
Samuel Gompers
Republican Party
Labor
Lbor
Jobor
Tife
Uowe
Taft Strikes Bank Insurance in Speech on Guarantees
In a speech Taft discusses objections to enforced bank guarantees. He argues government examinations alone cannot prevent recklessness in banking and that strict supervision is needed alongside guarantees. He warns that guarantees may attract reckless capital and undermine the nation’s financial stability.
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Tafts San Weapons Speec
Lanawer
Taft Denounces Dollar a Day Attack at Table Rock
Judge Taft denounces reports claiming he favored paying laborers a dollar a day. He declares the accusation false, noting Panama Canal work paid steamboat men $259 a month and ridicules the insinuation as a foolish lie. He challenges critics to justify the remark and defends his record.
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Taft
Table Rock
Neb
Panama Canal
Nation Needs Steady Head in Campaign Message
The address argues for a steady experienced leader to guide the nation. It endorses William Haveft and his judicial record, appealing to workingmen and labor for protection and progress through disciplined governance.
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iGovernor Hughes
Detroit
William
Bryan’s Alarm About Militarism Fades Since 1900
The Kansan City piece recalls William Jennings Bryan’s 1900 claim that U S. expansion would push the nation toward militarism. It notes the army grew from 25 000 to about 100 000, denies the predicted evils, and questions why Bryan has offered no plan to reduce the force or modify his stance on militarism in 1902.
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Bryan
Kansan
Tites
Philippines
Porto Rico
Antes Tean Lal
Sgain
Drytn
Brya
Marism
Regin
Policy framed against business policy framed against business
Governor Hughes at Detroit condemns bank deposits guarantee as a safeguard. He argues it not vital when facing other dangerous proposals. He cites Oklahoma ventures using guarantees to trap unwary lenders and warns against saddling prudent firms with losses beyond their control.
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Hughes
Detroit
Bank de Powlts
Bryon
A. Potley
Oklahoma
A Man and His Family Judge Taft at Nebraska City
A fragmentary excerpt discusses a political debate with remarks about Mr Bryan and Mr Winner. The text contrasts views on family welfare, patriotism, and political policy, noting criticisms of untested remedies and the impact on households.
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Taft
Nebraska City
Bryan
Inherent Weakness of the Democratic Bank Deposits Plan
Gov Hughes and Taft spar over a proposed bank deposit guarantee. The speech argues the plan misplaces liability onto well managed banks and life insurers, fails to ensure elastic currency, and risks moral hazard and increased banking losses. It claims strict supervision is needed for banks while other safe sectors must not be punished.
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Gov. Hughes
Life
Tosnes
Bryan Uiles
Benkitur Vy Terprise
Pliny
Kern Reputation and a Lost Big Four Pass Tale
John Worth Kern, amid campaign chatter, explains a lost Big Four Railroad pass found in Connersville. He recalls serving as attorney for the railroad and receiving the pass to attend a salt case, describing it as very simple amid reporters’ questions.
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John Worth Kern
White House
Connersville
Ted
Unsound Bryan Bank Guaranty Proposal Examined
Fran Collier surveys Mr. Bryan’s proposed bank deposit guaranty, arguing it is flawed and unbacked by stockholders or government support. The piece cites past criticisms by Gov. Hughes, notes risk of expanding public duties, and contends the scheme would raise deposits and offices without real safeguards.
Striking Unanimity Bryan Sought by Democratic Appeals
An 1892 Chicago Tribune excerpt discusses political strategy around William Jennings Bryan and the Democratic party. It cites letters urging unity and opposing Republican policies, arguing voters should align with the party offering true reform, while noting cross‑party support for certain policies.
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Jryan
Chicago Tribune
Cleveland Cove
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Cleveland
Bryan
Olney
Parker
Idle Workmen and Bryan at Terre Haute
A reader letter from Terre Haute questions the impact of a Bryan presidency on employment and factory labor. It asks how many workers would gain or lose work and urges workers to consider practical breadwinners before voting according to party lines.
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Bryan
Beveridge
Terre Haute
Ind
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