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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1908
Page
4
The piece argues William Jennings Bryan seeks a third presidential nomination at Denver, detailing party divisions, past defeats, and doubts about his appeal. It notes Bryan’s loyal followers, the tension with Parker in 1904, and the uncertain future of his bid amid Republican strength and Indiana’s loyalty.
A detailed critique of Albert Lieber, Indiana brewer, shifting from the Republican to the Democratic ticket. The piece traces Lieber’s political evolution since 1896, notes opposition to temperance planks, and suggests his wealth and influence aid the Democratic committee. The Democrat article cites Lieber’s interview in the Indianapolis Star as an anti temperance broadside.
The text attacks Mr. Lieber and local option politics, arguing party switches to back stricter saloon limits resemble a crusade. It cites Tom Marshall and Tom Taggart as rallying forces, and notes a Daviess county Democratic convention endorsing county unit local option. It lampoons the liquor issue as public policy and politics.
The Herald charges Albert Lieber with switching from the Republican to the Democratic Party over temperance policy. The piece notes his brewing ties and argues self interest guides his move while defending his right to change affiliations. It also questions the Democrats embracing Lieber on short notice.
The excerpt critiques Lieber’s view that the majority may dictate to the minority and mocks a Indianapolis brewer’s stance on government power. It argues that such rhetoric would render alcohol regulation unconstitutional, framing liquor laws as infringements on personal property.
The Martin County Democratic convention nominated Joe Pat Arvin a Loogootee saloon keeper for sheriff amid claims of a liquor interest dominated ticket. The piece notes Arthur H Greenwood's defeat for prosecuting attorney over temperance views and argues a sheriff and prosecutor aligned with saloons would impede liquor law enforcement.
The Herald acknowledges receipt of an invitation to attend the official notification of Samuel W Williams of Vincennes as the Peoples Party vice presidential candidate. The ceremony is planned for the Grand Opera House in Vincennes on the 15th of the month.
Fragmentary notes recall New York Democrats divided over William Jennings Bryan amid memories of huge anti Bryan majorities for McKinley in 1896 and 1900. The passage describes party calmness and emotionless stance as states weigh their support.
Acting Superintendent Morgan was bitten on the shoulder by a sea lion at the Aquarium after leaning over a tank. He and a keeper freed himself and Morgan was treated for two deep shoulder wounds and abrasions. Crowds fled Battery Park as the incident drew witnesses.
Practitioner claims daily success with cures for rheumatism neuralgia catarrh bronchitis eye ear nose throat diseases asthma paralysis locomotor ataxia stomach liver and intestinal ailments indigestion dyspepsia biliousness kidney and bladder troubles nervous debility hysteria headaches skin and blood diseases and many others including heart piles fistula ulcers and malignant growths. He also says ruptures and varicoceles cured without pain using a new process.
Dr O C Fairhurst, with over thirty years in medicine, claims broad expertise across chronic diseases and general medical care not limited to specialties. He cites tenure with the Flower Medical Institute of Boston and promises guaranteed cures using modern remedies, warning against risky new methods.
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