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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1907
Page
4
The article questions Senator Bryan's main asset, his oratory, as a political lead in the Democratic party. It notes Terré Haute's population estimate and hints at inconsistencies in the city directory and school enumeration. The piece weighs perceived assets against party leadership claims.
An Indianapolis Sun critique labels the Logansport police chief as an overbearing official after he attempted to pull down an American flag at a recruiting office citing a flag ordinance. The piece mocks the chief, calling him a disdainful public figure and questioning his conduct.
The telegraph operators may have acted hastily in striking. The Associated Press operators were ready to strike, but the Western Union workers seek higher pay. The public likely backs wage increases, arguing Western Union offers low wages comparable to common laborers.
The Indiana commission approves adjusted gravel hauling rates on Southern Indiana roads. The decision signals a statewide review of gravel and stone for road work, aiming to curb railroad favored pricing that disadvantaged independent pits and quarries.
Senator Bacon of Georgia argues for a southern Democrat aligned with old democracy principles. He calls for equal rights for all, no special privileges, limited federal powers, and opposes government ownership and the initiative and referendum, warning it may hinder his cabinet prospects if Bryan wins.
The piece argues Judge Baldwin faces ill tempered assertions about protecting the rich and prosecuting the poor. It credits the New Cantle Courier for judiciary integrity while blaming jury system flaws and lawyer and legislative roles for criminal outcomes.
The Bedford Mail mocks a columnist comparing a Bloomington murder suspect to a hunted fawn and argues the killer acted from jealousy and madness. It cites a Maryland case where a man shot the wrong person and will plead unwritten law, likening it to Judge Loving in Virginia and Thaw in New York.
The Honorable John W. Kern, longtime Bryan ally and Indiana political figure, says there is no editor division over Bryan's nomination after a recent visit with Thomas Taggart at French Lick. He predicts Bryan will carry Indiana against any Republican contender and notes past accurate forecasts.
A fragmented political critique discusses Fairbanks, noting his fortune largely stems from real estate and his role representing stockholders against railroads. It asserts he is not a corporation lawyer and has no current ties to corporations, having left legal practice to pursue politics.
A historical reflection lauds Fairbanks's exceptional physical and mental stamina during the Roosevelt campaign. It notes his ability to work relentlessly, his calm demeanor under strain, and minimal health impact, despite long Pullman car travels and demanding schedules.
A discussion of using state militia in civil unrest cites Tell City and Evansville incidents. The piece argues staged military presence can prevent bloodshed, while overreliance risks provocation. cites 1894 Cannereburg mining riots and 1903 Evansville jail siege as case studies.
The article comments on Clarence Darrow and his appeal to socialists and anarchists. It contrasts Darrow with William J. Bryan in the Commoner and Lauds Bryan's patriotism and restraint amid controversy. It notes Democratic disappointment in Darrow and defends law and order.
A political criticism argues Bryan is not a Democrat and condemns Labor agitation in Haywood case. The Louisville Courier Journal defends courts and urges impartial justice, stating crime should bear no politics or union influence and urging unity against criminal acts.
An Indianapolis Sun editorial campaign against canned editorials is scrutinized by The Herald. The Herald claims long resistance to the practice and argues preservation of the country press, naming several Indiana papers opposed to the bureau produced editorials and urging solidarity against homogenized content.
A historical tract questions Debs amid chautauqua and lecture circuits. Public figures defend or condemn his stance and violent rhetoric as free speech and constitutional rights are debated. A judge’s past trials are referenced in the heated dialogue.
The court’s ruling favors the defendant, condemns Debs as a wolf and asserts no threat from Debs could influence a U S court. It stresses officials’ duty despite violent danger and notes past presidents were not deterred by assassination threats.
In Chicago John Fitzpatrick of the federation promotes two labor principles opposing contracts with employers and opposing arbitration. He claims workers should set their own wage, but the piece argues prices are set by supply and demand and unions should seek cooperative, businesslike relations rather than fixed terms.
The Linton Citizen celebrates that several hundred Negroes attended the Wallace-Hagenbeck circus without incident. It notes the town is not hostile to black visitors for brief stays yet expresses doubt about permanent residency and cautions against overoptimism about racial tolerance.
A debate raged over Clarence Darrow’s remarks defending his client as William Jennings Bryan praised the defense while criticizing the prosecutor for a perceived treasonous and inflammatory address. The Democrat argued the oration could sway the jury and influence the Haywood case verdict.
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