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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1907
Page
4
Report notes Alvin Padgett seeks reelection as a Democratic district official with likely no opposition. It mentions a Princeton Democrat editorial critique of legislature allowances for extra state auditor services, praising the improved situation.
In Vincennes vandals have shot nearly all the park squirrels purchased for the court spouse park, leaving one survivor. Memphis features a compact central park where residents value gray squirrels and oppose harming them, reflecting local appreciation for the animals.
The obituary notes Oliver P. Morton, Indiana governor and Civil War leader, has died. Mrs. Morton recalls his stature and the nation’s shift from partisan bitterness to pride in his legacy as his tomb receives wreaths. Lucinda Mare widow of Indiana’s governor laments the loss.
The Princeton Tribune notes Washington shows prosperity in lively advertising across many lines of business. A visitor sees an alive, progressive city reflected in the columns of the town’s two splendid daily papers.
The South Times suggests a daily routine to cool homes: close unused rooms, draw shades from morning to sundown, then open windows at night unless burglars are a concern. It questions whether daily sun exposure is necessary for renovation of the house.
Editors condemn local chautauqua managers for booking controversial figures like Ben Tillman and Eugene Debs and for allowing sensational acts. They praise the management for removing fakes and lay blame on mountebanks who degrade public entertainment and education.
Louisville Courier Journal defends U S courts as bulwark for the poor and labor, saying the Hayswood trial outcome should show denunciations by agitators are deceitful. Courts shield individuals from wrong and justice often miscarries, but acquittals may follow.
The Macon Telegraph urges removing Bryan from the campaign to break his link to government ownership talk. It notes Dixie papers scrutinize his position and favors a different Democratic platform to improve electoral chances.
An editorial fragment argues Bryan cannot carry the fall party vote and faces anti Bryan sentiment in debatable states. It notes Republicans and independents split, with a pro and anti Bryan element. It suggests Bryan should reconsider his candidacy to avoid party panic and loss.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Elkhart and Ree with unclear terms. The readable items reference rowine and maltions but lack coherent events or dates to define a clear news item.
The passage critiques anti liquor agitation and saloon opposition, noting how brewers and prohibitionists influence Indiana politics. It expects higher license fees, with speculation on party platforms and possible state constitutional action in 1908.
A long critique from Sullivan Times and Indiana papers argues Bryan dominates the Democratic Party, calls for liberation from Bryanism, and notes editorial tensions across Indiana cities over 1906 campaign leadership and trial influences on party unity.
A fragmented report discusses public reaction to William Haywood's acquittal. It notes jurors' doubts, perceptions of bias, and lingering questions about innocence versus conviction amid heated commentary.
The piece discusses William J. Bryan and his supporters amid charges of insanity and strong calls within Indiana Democrats for the nomination. It notes Bryan’s prominence, the rank and file backing, and speculation on his ongoing campaign strategy and public reception.
A fragment from a periodical opinion column accuses supporters of William Jennings Bryan of treason against the Democratic Party. It cites editorials and local papers debating Bryan’s availability as a nominee and questions party unity and policy, including railroad ownership and referendum initiatives.
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