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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1910
Page
4
The Washington Gazette weekly edition dated Saturday May 28 1910 covers public news in Washington. It includes local notices and community items featuring Native American affairs and regional happenings.
Bloomington Star editor argues Kern’s claim eight Democratic legislators sold out to Shively is a personal, not political issue. The piece urges voters to weigh Kern’s charges, compare him to Beveridge, and demand full disclosure before the next U S Senate contest.
The noted walker Weston advocates walking as the best natural exercise and the cheapest way to health. He asserts walking is a perfect exercise for anyone with two legs and feet and emphasizes sun shin e and clean air from lanes streets and unposted paths.
Weston describes a foot care routine using Turk’s Island rock salt bathes, cold water, and witch hazel. He claims it cools the feet and brain, improves sleep, and enhances mental work, noting President Cleveland approved the method.
The Democrat argues ahead of potential trials that convictions are unlikely due to the character of the evidence from recent private detective investigations. It suggests the city administration is facing political theater rather than solid legal grounds.
The Washington Democrat and allied papers attacked Judge Roby for refusing a moderate campaign levy and letters to Democratic papers. Now the Democratic state committee charges Supreme Court candidates $3,600 each, a sum higher than prior Republican levies.
A critical view argues that the compulsory direct primaries fail to improve candidate quality and party discipline. It labels the system as a delusion and says it aids local demagogues without meaningful political purification.
John W. Kern and Anti-saloon League’s Shumaker accuse brewers of buying eight votes to elect Senator Shively. They claim bribery attempts aimed at legislators to defeat temperance measures. They demand proof or face public discredit for the serious charges.
The Herald reprints an editorial from the South Hend Times arguing for election of U S senators by popular vote. The Times editor, a long respected Democrat noted for independence and candor, advocates this reform after decades of study.
The Noblesville Republican Edward Everett Neal is nominated for Congress in Indiana's Ninth District. Neal is a well known party activist, former Lincoln League president, and respected public speaker with a long record of party service.
The Ninth district includes Boone Carroll Clinton Fountain Hamilton Howard Montgomery and Tipton counties with several key cities. It was lost to Republicans two years ago due to local party disturbances but may regain support with Mr Neal's nomination.
The Washington Herald argues direct primaries in large urban centers fail to weed out pol bosses. It cites the Evansville Courier as authority, claiming the system is a disgrace in major cities and a test for years to come.
The article notes Governor Harmon of Ohio leading for the Democratic presidential nomination while William Jennings Bryan faces a Prohibition party obstacle in Nebraska. It suggests Bryan may reenter the Democratic race for money and influence if no satisfactory deal is reached.
The Bloomington Star Democrat criticizes post election primaries as controlled by corrupt politicians and barnstorming demagogues. It notes low voter turnout at Indianapolis primaries and argues that direct primaries fail to produce representative tickets.
The Dayton News condemns the overabundance of U S laws arguing lawmakers regulate every detail from bed sheets to hat pins. It laments endless enactments and warns no reform by legislatures can reshape the world, urging a respite in the coming months.
The Sixth district Democrats rejected Kuhn the preacher politician seeking a third nomination. Kaas born Coon changed surname to a more aristocratic spelling. The convention praised Marshall and Shively and ignored Kern amid his bribery controversy.
The Bloomington Star notes that several Democratic state senators elected two years ago may not be bound by the state convention's actions, suggesting their independence could determine who holds power in the upcoming legislature.
The piece notes fourteen Democratic holdovers and several from Marion County may be unfriendly to Kern. It mentions Senator Steve Fleming of Fort Wayne as influential and hostile toward Taggart and Kern. It also cites Kern’s charge that eight Democratic legislators were bribed to vote for Shively, painting a tense, ominous political scene.
The inquiry centers on whether William Jennings Bryan will lead the Prohibition party or transform the Democratic party into a vehicle for prohibition. This strategic dilemma tests Bryan's influence and the fate of anti liquor reform within party lines.
Washington Democrats express unfeigned alarm at Mr. Bryans remarks favoring local option on saloons. He told Chicago voters they should have the right to exclude saloons in wards towns counties states and nations. Eastern Democrats call this heresy and some senators argue Bryan wants the party out of power to keep his leadership.
William P. Smoot died suddenly last night after a life spent helping others. He was happiest when performing a favor for someone in need.
The piece derides Indiana primaries as chaotic and corrupt with Republicans clashing more intensely than Democrats. It cites Evansville as exemplary of corruption and calls compulsory primaries a humbug while blaming direct senatorial elections on populist ideas.
The census year will not be an exception as official population returns fail to meet the high expectations of those who have been making extravagant claims about growth, promising disappointment for several cities.
Finley P L Mount, Republican nominee for attorney general, emerges as a prominent figure in the campaign. New to state politics, he is described as fighting, wholesome and strong with a gifted public voice and magnetic presence. The state convention’s choice is seen as sound.
Congressmen move to preserve the old Harrison mansion at Vincennes with support hoped from courts and city officials. The piece urges Vincennes to act without outside aid, framing the mansion as a historic asset needing protection.
The Bloomington Star cautions Congress to move slowly on Senate Bill 6059, which would create a new cabinet post and a public health department. It warns of high costs and invites careful scrutiny before any such expansion, noting partisan jabs and bribery accusations involving Kern and Shively.
M Beasley of Linton has been nominated by Republicans of Greene and Sullivan counties for prosecuting attorney. Beasley is a bright young lawyer and public speaker and if elected he will be one of the state’s best.
Taggart offered compliments to Governor Mar Sail at Washington in a remarks signaling support for a potential presidential bid. The exchange framed Sail as a leading figure in national politics.
The piece accuses Indiana and Illinois Democrats of corruption in bribery cases tied to senator selections. It notes Taggart dominance at Indiana convention and questions penalties for eight Indiana Democratic lawmakers allegedly bought by brewers to back Shively. It contrasts Illinois bribery with Indiana and mocks local editorial stances.
Col. Jim Rogers of Shoals dismisses rumor that Martin County prohibitionists seek the demolition of the Jug rock over its suggestive shape and title. The reassurances come amid speculation about local cultural landmarks and public morality debates.
A speaker at the Cincinnati gathering of the National Liquor Dealers association quipped that whisky has no friends in public and no enemies in private, a remark noted for its sardonic humor and grim undercurrent.
The piece argues against defending John W. Kern and attacks denials of Kern’s bribery charges against Senator Shively. It cites a December 25, 1999 interview in which Kern alleged delegates pledged to him, a secret ballot, and eight bribed lawmakers. It urges Shively to confront Kern publicly.
Tom Platt, former New York boss, recalls Roosevelt agreeing to consult him on appointments legislation and party policy while still pursuing his own aims. Platt notes Roosevelt "religiously fulfilled" the pledge though he often did as he pleased.
An optimistic appraisal of Theodore Roosevelt as a principled, direct leader who avoids hollow promises. The author lauds his willingness to confront politicians, his honesty, and his genuine service to the people, not as a sanctified reformer but as a steadfast public servant who earns broad respect.
Finley P. Mount, Republican nominee for attorney general, as permanent chairman of the Ninth district convention, described the Kern Shively dispute and Democratic tactics. He listed key figures including John W. Kern and Governor Marshall, noting bribery and crime charges while predicting the campaign would proceed with Kern silent and Democrats avoiding the issue. He implied T. Taylor would not break the quiet, as Shively also stayed restrained, signaling a muted campaign ahead.
The Washington City Star notes that Taggart, though claiming no political machine, effectively controls the Kern candidacy. After defeating himself for senator by nominating Joan W. Kern, he told the state convention his machine was scrap, yet remains the power behind Kern’s bid.
Mary Summitt returned from a visit at Terre Haute. Oma Smith hosted by Fred Smith on Sunday. Harley Emmick and Elijah Ricks visited Loogootee on Sunday. Mary Lillie of Washington visited Wednesday. Carrie Southerland and Margaret Weight with Maude Williams on Sunday. Jack Lillie attended Bloomington commencement Friday evening. Liddie Henry and sister Moore Canarr visited Mrs. George Wagoner on Sunday.
Dr. F. N. Coons, well known in homeopathic circles, is critically ill at his Lendon home from ptomaine poisoning contracted at the Indiana association banquet in Indianapolis. Specialists have been called in and hopes for recovery are entered.
Notice states BeNsCa McCafferty is named administratrix of the deceased Allen Q. McCafferty estate. The estate is described as solvent. Mattingly & Myers are listed as attorneys for the administration.
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