Indiana temperance fight ends in partisan revolt
The article discusses Indiana’s county option law, its political fallout, and the possibility of repeal by the next legislature. It argues the election reflected majority will against the law, notes party dynamics, and cautions temperance reformers to wait for public sentiment to mature.
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Indiana
Senate
Sik Nority Party
Central West
Temperance Legisla
William H. Taft
West
Bryan
Peresster
Reagan
Mdb
A Fallen Idol in the Indianapolis News Turmoil
The Indianapolis News lost prestige after a erratic campaign, failing to unite behind Taft. The paper’s owner Mr. Smith allegedly tilted the paper by personal pique, while supporting Bryan. It opposed Taft’s platform and later backtracked, stirring whispers of influence and independence.
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Indianapolis News
Taft
Repubblican
Smith
Fairbanks
Bryan
Indiana Democrats and Taggart Victory Acknowledged
The piece credits Thomas Taggart with leading the Democratic fight to control Indiana politics and securing party success. It notes Taggart's central role in guiding strategy, displacing Republican influence, and the Republicans labeling him a potential successor to senator Hemenway. The Herald, while not fond of Taggart, concedes his pivotal credit.
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Indiana
Doudcrati
Wickesdor
Leo ’ Pator ‘Hemenway
Thomas Taggart
National Democratic
Taggart
Hemenway
al Strong
Mr. Taggart
Herald F
Thomas Tes
Daviess County Tribute to John Billheimer
A nostalgic note salutes John Billheimer of Daviess County with warm cheers for resilience and family ties in a folksy homage.
Labor voters loyalty to party shown in county returns
The article notes Samuel Gompers did not deliver labor unions to William Jennings Bryan and argues labor men stay loyal to their parties. It reports in Daviess county Taft edging Watson while Bryan leads Marshall, with observed voting mistakes from marking the ticket square rather than the party emblem.
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Samuel Gompers
Willita Jennings Bryan
Ares
Mr. Watson
Daviess County
Republic
Taft
Marshall
Mr. Bryan
James E Watson canvass noted in Indiana history
The piece recalls James E Watson and comments on his defeat and future prospects. It mentions Bryan's potential exit, the American public’s stance, Alvin Padgett’s possible railroad commission appointment, Daviess county's GOP alignment, and opposition to repealing the metropolitan police law as a Democratic move.
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James E. Watson
Indiana
Jim Watson
Independence party gains promise electoral strength in 1912
The text claims a nationwide surge for an independence party, noting large voter reach and surprising gains in New Hampshire and elsewhere. It asserts unity and a strong four year plan, predicting the party will be well positioned to contest electoral votes in 1912 across states.
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Jack
Polidays
Independence Party
Taft Delivers Pro-Business Address at Cincinnati Club
William Howard Taft spoke to the Cincinnati Commercial club, urging lawful business action and strict enforcement of federal laws. He said a law-abiding businessman may proceed with vigor, while all interests under federal jurisdiction will face firm enforcement against dishonest practices. The speech aimed to define a four year prosperity policy.
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Cincinnati
Cincinnati Commercial Club
William Howard Taft
Mr. Taft
Bryan's Concession Statement From Lincoln Nebraska
W J Bryan concedes defeat by a decisive margin in the Nebraska election and reflects on reforms, labor laws, tariff reductions, bank deposit protections, railroad regulation, and Filipino independence. He praises the national committee and Macke, pledges to support the people's choices, and expresses gratitude for democratic devotion. He notes continued hope for reforms and asks public scrutiny of the election results.
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Fairview
Lincoln
Neb
W. J. Bryan
Bryan
Macke
Indiana election results shift power in Daviess County
Report on Indiana state and county races detailing Republican gains in Daviess County, including auditor-elect John C Bilheimer, Governor Watson defeat, and mixed township outcomes. Mentions provisional counts, alleged fraud notes, and party shifts across several counties and districts.
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Cket Hap
Idelet
James B. Watson
Davieas County
John C.bilhheimer
Biltheimer
J. G. Allen
Vander McHenry
Daviess County
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ATS
P’olook
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James P. Goodrich
Indianapolis
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Imi
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Hastings
Calley
Chaney
Bante
Godwin
Colbert
Annen
Barr
McDonald
Court House
Stokes Jackson
Daviess
MenHenry
Dan Myers
Bogard
Washington Township
Grant Keith
Lester Lee
Met. Wallace
Lee
John G. Shanks
Eta
Lop
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Monroe
Gullivan
Bin
Cullop
Knox County
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Knox
Sullivan
Martin
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Greene
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Callop
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