Public Service Commission Criticized by Washington Democrat
The Washington Democrat ridicules the state Public Service Commission for its perceived overreach and uses of public funds. It cites a recent town meeting style inquiry into a telephone company’s bond issue, mocks the commission’s influence on Indianapolis streetcar disputes, and questions the cost of six officials at 6000 a year with staff.
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Indianapolis Street Car Company
Toner Supports Platform Critique in Indiana Rallies
State Chairman Toner of the Progressive party travels Indiana arguing against the Republican platform and its constitutional convention plank. The piece cites editor Sefrit of The Washington Herald and questions whether progressives, Democrats, and Republicans are morally bound to back costly state projects endorsed by their parties.
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Indianayolis Star
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Washington Herald
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Muncie Press
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Daviess County
Ture
Catholic Columbian Record sparks Freemasonry debate in US
The excerpt argues against antisemitic and anti Masonic sentiment in the United States noting that Freemasonry is not intolerant and accepts Catholics Jews and Protestants. It defends the modern Masonry as compatible with Christian and Catholic beliefs while condemning inflammatory attacks.
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Chicago Rises Against Hold-up Men and Blackmail Rings
Chicago finally acts against pl underhand tactics by organized labor and contract employers. The unveiling of frauds and threats aims to curb strikes and coercion in the city’s labor scene.
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Democratic Editorial Critique Sparks Imperialist Tax Debate
A long editorial bout targets the Washington Democrat’s claim that a half dozen billionaires ran the country before Wilson. It argues big business favors prosperity regardless of party, cites Indiana gains under democratic leadership, and dismisses populist envy as demagogy.
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Honest union leaders blamed for graft and blackmail
A Chicago Herald editorial condemns corrupt union leaders who extort money from contractors and incite strikes, recounting a fatal shooting of an enforcer. It calls for a thorough housecleaning and urges honest union members to root out graft to preserve organized labor.
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Democratic Protest Over Succession in District Chair Vacancy
The Sullivan Times attacks the Democratic party's handling of the district chair vacancy after Dr. Archer's death. It complains the party filled the post by appointing Cullop's manager, State Treasurer Vollmer, and cites criticism from the Washington Herald about editorial practices and tone.
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Vollmer
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Washington Herald
Democratic district chair chosen by non residents criticized
The Times objects to the selection of a district chairman by non residents and non voters of the Second district. The critique argues the state committee used an archaic rule to keep Mr Callop in control, denying county chairs a say in the choice and undermining local democratic control.
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Indianapolis
the Times
State Committee
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Primary costs and election fears in Indiana and beyond
The Portland Oregonian criticizes direct state wide primaries as costly and ineffective. It cites Indiana Illinois Alabama and Iowa examples with mountaintop figures for state costs and election burdens. It argues a constitutional convention would double the price and warns against sweeping reform.
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Dev
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Reform vs Punishment in Penal Labor Proposals
A historical discussion critiques convict labor on public roads as a reform tool. Critics warn it humiliates convicts and undermines community morale while offering uncertain road benefits. The piece contrasts reform aims with harsh deployment and cites legal and administrative tensions surrounding public service.
Mediation farce mars policy toward Mexico and South America
The piece condemns President Wilson and Secretary Bryan for mediation with South American presidents and Mexico. It argues the U S effectively recognizes Huerta’s government, waives insult to the flag, and relinquishes war indemnity claims. It calls their peace approach absurd and damaging to national standing.
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Brean
United States
Mexico
Bryan
Counting the Cost of Indiana Government
The text argues Indiana should avoid waste and parsimony in public funds while supporting necessary new laws. It urges a moderate limit on expenditures and cautions taxpayers against excessive or unneeded public spending despite the need for innovations.
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