Postmasters Promoted Party Bias in Federal Appointments
The article argues that postmasters and rural route carriers have been steered by politics, with civil service rules bent to favor Republicans. It defends Burris against claims of misconduct, insisting he did nothing to merit removal and that his actions were political pressure to eject him from office. It criticizes President Wilson and unnamed politicians for leveraging the department, implying a corrupt cabal behind the affair. It also discusses a separate case about Jasper Peak and reflections on nature and education policy.
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Sanitean
Burris
Wilson
Pth
Congressmat
Ince
Connersville
John Parrison
Fayette c Moe
Williams i Creek
Jas
Jaser
Rabingon
Jasper
Jasper Penk
Wordsworth
Thoreau
Jasper Peak
Olan
Bu 7
Blaken
Civil Service Commission
Department
Civil Service
Temoval
Bas
B. E. Forsythe
Hese
Benjamin J. Burris
Morris
Washington
Urris
Farang
Star Chamber
Burps
Poat ‘Office
Dent
Decaut Publican
Temo Ane
Lame defense of a disreputable political conspiracy
The piece criticizes a Democratic defense of Burris's removal as weak yet explains the postmaster succession since 1898. It traces commissions for McCarty, Serritt, Faith, and Burris, arguing a plot began under Wilson and alleging bogus charges to oust Burris, with critique of due process and political motives.
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Burris
The
Herald
Democrat
Frank I. Sefrit
West
Sefrit
John W. McCarty
McCarty
Cleveland
Post Office Scandal Plays Burris Case in Washington
President Wilson delays naming a postmaster general nominee amid a Burris dispute over accusations of improper conduct. Local Democrats argue for a fair inquiry, claiming the charges are false, while Burris refuses resignation, with critics accusing officials of pressuring him for political ends.
Hamlet Allen Nominations Probe Sparks Controversy
Hakilet Allen, a democratic councilman at large and former high school principal, is named as a candidate again amid public criticism. The notice condemns apparent impropriety and a long-ago objection to a physician’s tenure in a two story seminary building that borders the current site.
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Hamlet Allen
Hakilet Allen
Aitellary
Duratio D.earéngo
E Ptifal
Deputy- Laster and Office Family Factions Stir Town
A local paper rails at civil service rules and warns that deputy postmasters may be chosen from inside the office force, sparking talk of a family tied web of office holders. It notes Roy Feagan and others as possible successors while criticizing entrenched patronage and political favoritism in city and county offices.
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Allen
Caec
Berfice
Roy Feagan
Charle Feagahd
Wiha
Sharam
Chal¢E Naturalis
Jon Roy Feagans
Zortiof
Feagans
Ielty
Local Democrats debate leadership and past mayoral tenure
The piece critiques city officials led by Mayo McCarty over four years in office and a run for county roles. It recalls Forsythe’s postmaster term, a school board stint, and a push for a U S judge appointment, alleging entrenched power and self interest.
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Tenakity
Gity
Cit
Mayo McCarty
Forsythe
City Sewers Declared Aged And Polluting
Residents complain of foul sewers and cesspools filling with waste during drought. Officials warn thousands of stagnant water closets have overflowed, sending putrid effluent into Whins Creek and the river near the water intake endangering the city water supply.
Forsythe Named Postmaster Sparks Reader Inquiries
A reader questions the appointment of Ernest Forsythe as postmaster, noting timing after a prior city position and suggesting criticism from locals and a school board member. The Herald records mixed public reaction to the decision and its implications.
Herald Attacks Forsythe Over Burtis Office Controversy
The Herald accuses Forsythe of involvement in a disputed political matter tied to Burtis. It argues Burtis would have left office with broad Republican and Democratic backing if not for a perceived conspiracy to malign a neighbor’s reputation.
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Nicaea
Herald
Forsythe
Postmaster McTarty
Porgythe
Rape of the Port Office Sparks Rush to Confirm Forsythe
Washington Indiana postmaster nomination for Ernest Forsythe was hurried through the Senate within twenty four hours prompting charges of a conspiracy to ruin a public officer. Critics accuse stealth and midnight maneuvers while citing Shakespeare on a good name as the stakes in a rapid confirmation controversy.
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Ernest Forsythe
Cullop
Washington
Indiana
Forsythe
Senate
Burris
Washington City
Indianapolis Star
Fort Psythe
Avon
Padgett and Congress in Democratic Nomination Talk
The piece argues Alvin Padgett is not pursuing the Democratic nomination for Congress though some doubt his stance. It notes his past losses and suggests momentum for him is fragile, with potential opposition from within the district and a need for focused strategy before any nominating convention.
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Alvin Padgett
Congress
Washinngton
acMot
Padgett
Domesticitt
Ine
Allop
Cobb
Bratz
Miers
Chaney
Tong” Terma Tn Congress
Sonce
A. R
Alvin Padgettiknows
DuHop
Heslin
Jaerd
Political figures fade as terms end in search for power
The passage recalls O Neal and Chaney’s long careers ending in frustration. O Neal’s two terms are deemed a disappointment as others sought Washington roles. Robert W Miers’ son endured a decade of political life only to finish defeated, while Chaney juggled several races seeking a new federal appointment.
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O'Neal
Washington
Robert W. Miers
John C. Chaney
Mage
Allop
Four businessmen abandon plan to merge utility with city system
A group of four businessmen announce they are dropping a proposed merger of the Interurban fine project with other utilities including the Washington Lighting plant. Public opinion appears skeptical about selling municipal utilities and safeguards are cited to protect the city's interests. The piece critiques political interference in local schools and notes civic weariness with persistent officeholders and candidates.
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Washington
Jollticiana
Herald
Wll
Ane Councll Ab
Deepk
Fragmentary garbled notice on service old event
The readable parts describe an old service matter with unclear references to location and participants. The text mentions possible dates and a local action but lacks concrete names or places to confirm details.
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