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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
4
Immigration and labor themes in a wartime era discourse
The piece quotes and analyzes remarks attributed to Joseph Cannon on immigration, praising open borders for workers and arguing against restricting entry. It argues against literacy tests, defends immigrant contributions, and criticizes anti immigrant sentiment as unfounded fears shaping policy. The text shifts to discuss inheritance taxes and state finances in Indiana, noting county and state expenditures and political dynamics. It also reflects on presidential selection, the Democratic convention, and President Wilson's rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wison
Bes
Wilson
Democratic Party
Msn
Taxes in Indiana as Described in Shoals News Fragment
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Shoals News item on Indiana taxes, describing state press bureau phrasing and lawmakers seeking to curb expenses. The garbled text hints at proposed reductions and the impact on general costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Shoals
Democratic State Press Bureau
Primary Elections Debated in Press Message
A fragmented excerpt argues about how the press disposes public opinion toward the United States in primary elections versus representative reform and calls for unanimity, reflecting the era's political discourse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Swiéo
Political clashes over salary law in Indiana city
Mayor McCarty criticizes council for deferring a salary ordinance to dodge legality while campaign managers and a Democratic paper silent on the issue. The mayor argues the council seeks to override state law, insisting the salary action must be vetoed if illegal. The dispute centers on higher officials’ pay, not subordinate wages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarty
Iit
City
Washington
Council
Clemioud
Indiana
Craig Trial Ends in Acquittal for William Craig
The trial of veterinarian William Craig in Indianapolis for the murder of Dr Helene Snabe ended with the judge granting acquittal after the defense motion, as the state failed to present sufficient evidence. Observers noted no credible basis for the charges and the indictment seemed unfounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William 3
Blair Wold
Luittal
Gil
Road Superintendent appointments spark statewide interest
The discussion centers on selecting county road superintendents with the essential qualifications and practical roadmaking knowledge. Officials argue the role should not be a partisan or friendship choice but filled by someone with engineering and drainage expertise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Msn
Indianapolis
Thereto Two Terror Plot Unveiled in Early Inquiry
Fragmentary OCR reads mention of a police probe into a potential terror plot with investigators examining suspicious statements and locales. Officials have not released full names or dates, but indicate security measures remain heightened in the affected area.
Local self government urged over Washington intervention
The Indianapolis commentary denounces federal overreach in labor and streetcar disputes. It argues Indiana towns should handle issues locally, praises police and public sentiment for maintaining order, and warns against centralizing power or risking despotism by appealing to Washington. It notes Indianapolis failed to mobilize early, necessitating state action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Newa
Washington
Indiana
Republic
Indian
Sound Argument on Qualified Men for Superintendents
The passage argues that only qualified men should be pointed to superintendents positions and that law and reputation hinge on competence. It asserts that with capable men, the law will succeed and officials must be chosen for merit and integrity.
One Man Controls Seven Major Newspapers in Four States
The article warns that a single owner runs seven influential daily papers in Indianapolis Terre Haute Muncie Louisville Denver and Chicago under one editor. It argues such concentration frees the editor from competitive pressure and threatens press freedom, calling out the Shaffers Hearsts and McClures as threats to democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star League
Indianapolis
Terre Ute
Muncie
Citizen of
Chicago
Great Daily Paper
Louisville
Denver
Shaffers
Hearsts
McClures
Concrete street paving gains advocates in Chicago meeting
Discussion at a Cook county commissioners session featured Edward N. Hines of Detroit praising concrete roads as durable and low maintenance. Civil engineer Hugh F. O Neall backs concrete for city streets, noting safety for horses and autos and long term durability over brick, gravel, or macadam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Chicago
Edward N. Hines
Detroit
Wayne County
Michigan
Indianapolis News
Hugh F. O'Neall
Mr Cul lop's Chances In Nominating Fight
The anti Cul lop forces may rally around Fred Matthews a Bloomington quarry owner who owns a barl. Opponents fear several aspirants for Cul lop expect a loss in 1916 if renominated and reelected. They anticipate an open fight for the democratic nomination in 1916 with progressives and Republicans swayed by judgment rather than prejudice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cullop
Fred Matthews
Bloomington
Matthews
Felex
Iskely
Residentia
Indiana district convention results and officer slate
The report details district convention plans with 33 men to join the state committee and local meetings to elect chairmen in Indiana. It also lists gubernatorial vote tallies by counties including Knox Sullivan Davis Jean Owes Slovan Martino and Morgan, totaling 148 votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phairrean
Indiana
Daviesa
Jeane
Owes
Slovan
Martino
Morgan
Washington Criticizes City Services and Taxes
The piece argues Washington Indiana suffers weak street lighting and high taxes draining local funds. It notes lighting a downgrade from 2000 to 200 candle power and cites tax increases reducing investment returns. It recalls a former pride as a top lighted city and laments residents seeking better towns for services and work.
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Washington
the Democrat
Lske
Indiana
Jedford
Bloomington
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