Neutral United States stance amid European war crisis
An unsigned piece argues for U S neutrality in World War I and praises President Wilson’s mediation offer while criticizing European powers and highlighting the moral duty of Americans to support homeland defense during the conflict. It laments the war’s impact on families and notes citizens from war-torn nations rallying on American soil.
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United States
Europe
Wilson
Great Britain
Austria
Belgium
Germap
Bismarck
Rhine
Eigners
Spain
United
States
Progressive PurLorey and the Indianapolis Star Editorial Clash
The Indianapolis Star devotes a large editorial to denouncing Congressman Cullop as small minded and undesirable. It claims Cullop supports a postal service upheaval to sway the 1914 Second district race toward progressive nominee Judge James B. Wilson. The piece casts the contest as between Cullop and Wilson, citing party politics and alleged false statements.
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Indianapolis, Star
Indiana
Gujlop
Star
BAY
Ios
James B. ‘Wilson
Indianapolis
Oie
Dligtrict
Zaillant
Aze Val
Cangr
Political strains and Taggart in Indiana politics
Fragmented critique of Republican and Democratic figures. Mentions Judge Wilson and Cullop, opposition to Bland, and Thomas Taggart of Indiana as central to party dynamics. Notes Indiana press dynamics and Taggart’s influence in shaping political narratives.
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United States
Thomas
Taggart- of
Indiana
Hoosiey
Democratic” National Committee
Thendianapolis News
Taggart
Democratic Party
Tagt
The
News
Republican
Stages Press Bureau
ERS
Democrat
Tagart
Crawford
Herald
Thomas Taggart
Crawford Pairbanks
Rawfor ‘Fairbanky
Democraic
Dat Ta Aggart
Absur
Ft Inillama
Tne
Washington Democrat
fTaggart
Peegart
War spirit in the IMMON people and their battle songs
The piece argues war and aggression are enduring forces in civilization driven by hunger and sex, noting current European conflict shows rulers push for conquest while publics often oppose war. It contrasts national anthems and battle hymns from Germany, Ireland, France, Russia, and England, with a critique of patriotism and peace rhetoric.
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Europe
Germany
England
Russia
Austria
Servia
Italy
Jppan
el Bago
Egland
France
Mita
Mare
Republican Campaign Notes Stir Hinton Visit
The Sec Mt delegation from Bean area, including Mrs Bland, traveled from Hinton to Flat Plainville to attend events and discuss the upcoming election. Supporters urge a party comeback as allies shift toward the Republican ticket, with anticipated campaigning across Oscar district and potential gains in 1912.
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Republican ’ Congress
Sec
Hinton
Plainville
Washington
Bland
Oscar
Ana
Congress
Equal suffrage debate in Indiana presses women’s ballot rights
A fragmentary discussion argues for women’s right to vote in Indiana, noting intelligent women would vote discriminately and that granting suffrage could influence governance. The piece cites regional examples and questions whether race or custom should bar women from participation.
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Indiana
Intermountitain
Pacific Coast
Union
iBa
Betty Blythe claims Democratic gains face Indiana finances
Betty Blythe, a prominent Indiana political figure, rails in Democratic papers about state finances. She argues Republicans drained the sinking fund to cover current expenses and that Democrats increased taxes to fund new offices and education.
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Betty Blythe
Marie
Indianapolis
Washington, Democrat
Conbiauty
Herald
County Treasuries
Ile General
County Treasuri
Uneycharve
Indiana
Whyn
Min Serrit
Serrit
Repiblican
Long
Fudt
Sefmt
Ilter
Sefrit
Ike
Bell
State revenue, administration costs rise with taxes and sessions
The article notes revenue from fees and inheritance taxes, estimates a state tax take of 300 000 to 500 000 yearly, and argues rising administrative costs eat into gains. It compares 1913 and 1897 legislative expenses, questioning why the Democratic session cost more per day and praising a woman for tackling the job with fortitude.
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Tus
Betty Daly Thy
Betty Blythe questions Indiana finance and taxes
The Herald quotes Betty Blythe criticizing Democratic control over Indiana finances. She argues that tax levies rose due to state administration extravagance and new offices, salaries, and commissions. She cites payrolls, memorial hall funding, and questioned public service salaries while noting Republicans reduced debt prior to 1895.
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Betty Blythe
Campaiana
Adid Hasste Ion
Heral
Staite
Hoaré Ne
Fon
Ory Ie
Library
State House
Betty. Blyth
Taylor to Sell Personal Property Friday at Aug 21
A notice states Arles Taylor living one half mile south of Ebenezer church will sell his personal property on Friday at the upcoming auction date. The event is described with location near the Ebenezer area and the time frame for sale.
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Baylor
WILD
Arles
Taylor
Ebénezer ‘Church
Trinity Springs Party Camp Trip Details
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Nugent and Mrs. Belle Bilings with son Bruze and daughter Ada formed a camping party at Trinity Springs.
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T Trinity
John L. Nugent
Belle” Bilings
Bruze
Dughter
Ada
Tinity Springs
Betiel Cemetery Meet Attracts Local Interest Monday
Persons interested are urged to attend the Betiel Cemetery meeting scheduled for Monday to discuss arrangements and plans.
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Bloomington
Cullop
Tey
Bak
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Bryan
Nso
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Squayelaon
Aubrex Questios
Republicast Press
Meado
Betty
Blythe
Memorial Hall
Cook
Foir
Wits- Pris
Treasur
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