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Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1915

Page

4

Republicans debate party loyalty over state wide prohibition

The Covington Republican questions Senate hopefuls on issues beyond party stance. Rockport Journal argues personal convictions hurt the party and urges candidates to align with declared platform priorities. The piece underscores the need for a united Republican approach to national questions and tariff policy.

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Italy Declares War on Austria Hungary and Germany

Italy has formally declared war on Austria Hungary after nine months of indecision, entering the Triple Alliance as a new foe to Germany. The German ambassador and Austrian ambassador were ordered to leave Rome, signaling a wider conflict as loyalties shift and alliances dissolve under pressure from the unified opposition.

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Republican Aspirants in Indiana Primary Scramble

The Columbia City Post notes Indiana Republicans consider multiple candidates for senator with Fairbanks favored for president. It mentions Watson as a possible contender, party machine influence, and efforts to sidetrack rivals, predicting a lengthy contest with several aspirants vying for the nomination.

Republicans Venerate Watson Amid Indiana Nomination Debate

A discussion notes that no mention of Watson as a senatorial candidate appeared in the high chapter’s service. The scene shows Republican harmony in Indiana with varied newspapers sympathetic to other nominees. The Columbia Post is criticized for bias against reform and Mr. Watson, while Democratic machine politics oppose any strong Republican figure.

Watson Indiana Ator Columbia ‘Post Post Iddl Epatee Ig Ito Discour Mr. Watson

Roosevelt and Barnes in a Political Court Showdown

The column derides a New York libel trial between Roosevelt and Barnes as a partisan fight. It claims jurors sought a verdict splitting costs, labels Roosevelt a political bag and compares Indiana politics under Bryan and Roge­ridge to autocratic rule, noting Barns’s suit as childish.

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German policy and British stance frame The Boyce Report

An excerpt from Harper's Weekly discusses Hapgoo as editor and pro British anti German sentiment in New York papers. It argues self government for Germany as key to lasting peace, critiques British arrogance, and questions guarantees under Kaiser rule.

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Germans and English debate self government and war effort

A fragment discusses working men in the kingdom being indifferent to the nation’s fate. It argues Germany deserves full self government, but Germany does not need a revolution. it questions England’s stance and notes Germans are capable of self governance.

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Suffragette attack on Indiana congressman Cullop

Washington City reports that the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage targets Representative William A. Cullop of Indiana. They accuse him of opposing a federal amendment to force woman suffrage nationwide, while few in his district share their hostile tactic.

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Editorial Endorsement Marks Wilson Support Across Parties

The Nodlesville Times prints a Democratic editorial praising The Washington Herald for backing President Wilson in a note to Germany. It argues Republican papers still support the president in time of crisis and would do so for any patriotic U.S. citizen in the White House.

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Stand by the president but beware Wilsonian theories

An editorial voices support for President Wilson while cautioning against adopting Democratic theories. It defends his calm, businesslike conduct during a global crisis and urges loyalty to the republic, criticizing divine providence arguments and warning that Wilsonian ideas harm domestic economy and industry.

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Young Men Rally to Republican Cause in Indiana

A notable feature of Indiana's Republican advance is the rise of thoughtful young men joining the party. John Ogdon, son of Judge James W. Os of the circuit court, allied with Republicans in Indianapolis and at a recent lovefeast event attended by leaders Charles W. Fairbanks James E. Watson Will H. Hayes Merrill Moore. Ogdon is a partner of Merrill Moore and was educated locally before practicing in Indianapolis.

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Editorial Page Influence In Newspapers Through Time

The South Bend Tribune editorial page debate notes the pendulum of influence between editorials and news, recalling Horace Creely and Charles Dana era prominence. It argues editors’ personalities are submerged, yet editorials still shape reader notions more than news.

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Editorial page readers and public press influence noted

The article discusses how editorial pages shape public opinion, arguing that educated readers engage more with editorials and that country papers with clear opinions hold stronger community influence than those focused only on news. It cites reactions to Wilson's message to Germany and notes reader habits across social groups and regions.

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Crowd of editors and candidates draw attention in Ohio

A crowded scene in Ohio shows many editors and candidates gathering for a political event. The piece critiques relief fundraising for Belgian aid and touches on wartime charges and political figures tied to British and American actions.

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Spencer Thue How He Earned His First Dollar

A Terre Haute Tribune feature column profiles John H. Spencer, former Washington deputy revenue collector and ex mayor, recounting how he earned his first dollar by practicing law. The rough tale includes a trial, his early honesty, and a case involving a watch recovered from a suspect.

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Memorial Service Held by Fraternal Order in Washington

The annual memorial service was held by the Fraternal Order of Bagies on East Main Street. A. H. Greenwood delivered the tribute and addressed the gathering. John Coffin Brownstone and others were noted for their past service and railroad work.

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