Indiana governors prove wealth not required for office
The Tribune argues wealth undoes direct primary bias yet cites Indiana Governors from Morton to Ralston Quint Bally as examples showing many leaders were not wealthy. It notes several governors were of modest means, with some borrowing for campaigns, and asserts real riches do not guarantee public success or merit in Indiana politics.
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Hoes
Durbin
Manly
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Farler
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Goodrich
Hy A Mao
Inedds Howe
Rughiville
Ralston Criticized Over Constitutional Convention Move
State newspapers attack Governor Ralston as a political ploy to embarrass a successor and pressure Indiana's upcoming legislature. The anti saloon league figures and critics like Shumaker target figures such as George W. Stout, labeling him a libelist victim for opposing their stance.
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Herald
Ralaton
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Shumaker
Indiana Anti-saloon League
Petsson
George W. Stont
Indianapolis Times
Mr. Stout
Antisaloon League
George W. Stout
Mattingly
Governor Ralston Pushes Constitutional Convention Plan
A Fort Wayne News excerpt criticizes Governor Ralston for shifting to back a constitutional convention. The piece argues his stance is a partisan push to create legislative discord and hamper Republican goals, urging lawmakers to ignore the postmortem conversion and avoid a new convention for at least five years.
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Ralston
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Texpayers
Campaign Clashes Prompt Heated Rhetoric At Vincennes
Ongoing political frictions since the election spill into public discourse at Vincennes. Opponents exchange insults and name calling, while observers note that the situation is less extreme than portrayed and claim progress despite tensions.
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Vincennes
Politicians Letter Regrets Highlight Temperance Talks
The piece notes how Bryan and Hanly wrote letters as candidates to win liberal votes and temperance support. It recalls Bryan’s past nondrinking stance and later shift toward temperance as a political tool. It also mentions Hanly’s early caution before embracing temperance for political gain.
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Hanly Chance Dented by Indiana Voter Backlash
An April 16 National Enquirer excerpt reports J Frank Hanly denying party ties while facing a political setback in Indiana. He received twenty five percent fewer votes than the prohibition presidential candidate in 1908, signaling strong local disdain.
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J. Frank Hanly
National Enquirer
Hanly
Republican Party
Tydiana
Indiana
Mie Skug
Sheriff Criticized for Jail Farewell Dinner for Murderer Murray
Pike County sheriff faces harsh backlash after hosting a farewell dinner in the jail for John M. Murray, a convicted murderer serving life. Report claims prisoners attended, tables were set, and the party mocked justice, prompting calls for impeachment and strong public critique of law enforcement conduct.
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Pike County
John M. ‘Murray
Puzzling Indiana Election Features Explained by Stoll
Mr John A Stoll explains puzzling election features in Indiana noting confusion from the party ticket voting system. He points out that a mark against the first name on a party ticket could cast votes for all listed candidates.
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John A. Stoll
Indiana
Ingilaviapolis
Change in Australian ballot design guides voter marks
The text recalls early use of a square around party emblems in the Australian ballot and notes a shift to prevent voting for mixed tickets. It explains that voters must avoid markings on the emblem and its square and instead mark beside each candidate to vote across parties.
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Kern Calls for Constitutional Convention in Indiana
Senator Kern urges a constitutional convention after losing reelection. He notes his past silence on the issue and questions why he did not speak out while his party held power. The article remarks on Kern's reluctant stance and Indiana's decision to replace him with John W. Kern.
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Editorial endorses sterilization as social remedy
John A. Stoll argues in support of sterilization as a humane reform. He claims it prevents procreation, reduces burdens on families and society, and would lower future numbers of the insane epileptic and mentally feeble in institutions. The piece asserts sterilization is simple, harmless, and beneficial.
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John A. Stoll
South Bend
Death of famed American writer Jack Liénidon recalled
Davis notes the death of Jack Liénidon and Richard Harding Davis as the loss of a powerful American writer who captured rugged life. The piece defends his work despite questions about private life, praising humanizing impact and enduring storytelling.
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Hiram Johnson Held Responsible for Hughes Defeat
The commentary states that Hiram Johnson of California is blamed for Hughes's presidential defeat and calls Johnson selfish and unscrupulous, urging Republicans to treat him as traitors are treated globally. The remark lists Ar nolds and Escariots as comparison points in a harsh assessment.
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California
Hughes
Hiram Johnson
Arnolds
Rise and fall of Cullop reflected in Bland victory
The article explains Cullop’s defeat by about a thousand votes, citing a shift in district sentiment. It notes former progressives and independents backing Bland, discontent among Democrats, a changing political complexion since 1908, and earlier declines in Cullop’s margins amid Republican splits and rising opposition.
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Recount in Daviss County Sees Mixed Ballot Confusion
The recount of Daviss county votes confirms a tight result with Osmin and Wallick amid disputes over ballot markings and precinct clerks. The process finds irregularities but no broad fraud, and costs exceed preliminary estimates as parties prepare for possible further action.
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Oska Wallick
Wallek
Alligon
Politicking and Rumors Stir Indiana and National Scenes
Washington dispatches claim the Democratic forces plan a sweeping party overhaul in Indiana after Waterloo, with President Wilson and Vice President Marshall urged to back a party-wide reorganization. In California and Missouri, votes widen the political divide as Wilson’s embattled embargo policy and party shifts reshape the map.
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Indiana
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Washnston Dispatch
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Idfani
Political Gossip and Party Moves From Indiana Circles
The column covers reform chatter among Washington Democrats, bids for governor in 1920, and Senate moves including Watson and Taggart arrangements. It notes Elks Memorial Day rituals, pension plans for widowed mothers, and Governor Ralston’s praise of the president’s nationwide reach, with a mix of local political personality mentions.
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