Debate Over Local Option Splits Indiana Temperance Faction
The Herald argues that a local option vote in Daviess County would be a costly test of temperance laws. It accuses the temperance push of being politically divisive and notes letters from the Indiana Anti-Saloons League and Mr. Minton. The piece maintains the temperance issue should not drive party politics and urges careful preparation for any election.
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Gure Lkely
Daviess County
Inton
Indiana Anti-saloons League
League
the Herald
Shumaker
Font ‘Wort
Indianapolis
Minton
Daviison
Herald
Indiana
Indian Politics and the Toe in Legislation Against Saloon Power
The Herald prints a letter from Davidson pastor criticizing legislative efforts aimed at saloon influence. The piece discusses church stance and the editor's reaction to Davidson's views, noting apparent disagreement within the paper.
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Herald
Davidson
the Herald
Honea
Education as remedy over alcohol laws urged in speech
A fragment argues that education, not legislation, cures the evils of intemperance. It warns laws lack force without public sentiment, stating that education shapes sentiment and thereby sustains legal measures.
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Tio
Public accountants debate for district level oversight
A state discussion centers on creating public accountants for each congressional district to audit district officers. Opinions clash on whether they should be elected or appointed, with arguments that partisan bias affects either method. A nonpartisan board proposed by some as ideal.
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Washington Democrat
The
Democrat
Save
Treasury
Temperance leaders urge restraint on proposed election
A letter from W C Heldt of Evansville Indiana Anti Saloon League warns temperance activists against forcing an election in the county before public support solidifies. The note cites bitterness from the campaign and argues no intelligent reason exists to call the election now.
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W. C. Heldt
Evansville
Indiana Anti Saloon League
Ena law faces test in assembly before appealing to people
The passage argues the election call aims to sway the legislature to retain the temperance law, condemning the movement as misguided. It praises the Herald for opposing the action and warns against the unauthorised group pushing an expensive, fruitless county contest, urging true temperance supporters to reject it.
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Ena
Legislative Assembly
Heralds
Friends of True Temperance Reform
Anti saloon faction pushes for immediate county election
A city group of anti saloon advocates seeks a county election under the new law, arguing it would test public sentiment. Critics warn such a vote would waste public funds and delay temperance reform, recalling costly special sessions and a statewide repeal risk.
Fragmentary plea about spoils division and overlooked Daviess
The fragmented text pleads to not overlook Daviess County in spoils division. It mentions hungry toys and claims they are entitled to some portion, with references to the governor and a "vis val" having nothing.
Parishioners urged action despite lean results in county race
The passage notes dwindling faith and patience as supporters push for renewed effort. True Marshall trails Ruan, Watson leads Taft by about sixty votes, and Bryan’s popularity is not blamed on the local workers who did their best. They ask for a sign to spur renewed strain.
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Marshall
Ruan
Watson
Taft
Bryan
Close state vote puzzled by split party results
Linton Call argues the near parity between Taft’s national support and Democratic governor gains explains the close state races. He notes liberal Republicans backed Taft and Marshall, helping party ticket splits where governors lost while other offices favored Republicans.
Saloon Vote Reflected In County Ballots Says Democrat
The Washington Democrat argues saloon keepers in Daviess county voted as usual Democratic for governor and president, while Republican claims misread the data. In Wash ington township Taft lead for president by 110 and Watson for governor by 124, with Barr township showing Bryan for president ahead 197 and Marshall for governor 181, indicating saloon votes do not explain overall results. The piece notes about 6000 saloons in the state with limited keeper turnout and emphasizes temperance as a broader factor beyond saloon influence.
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Daviess County
Washington Township
Taft
Watson
Barr Township
Bryan
Marshall
Decrees
Daviess County Vote Reflects Temperance Polls Shift
The article notes Daviess County margins with Marshall trailing Bryan and Watson near Taft due to ballot counting errors. It argues Democrats favored local option statewide, finding some sincere supporters, while Republicans nationwide faced losses where temperance issues influenced votes.
Marshall Bickers with Insurers Over Office Struggles
Thomas R. Marshall, governor, says insurers make life miserable for him yet he would not swap places with his defeated opponent who ignores office seekers. He notes constant wishes for rewards through appointments and acknowledges his own persistent pursuit of office in recent months.
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Thomas R. Marshall
Efect
Marshall
Marshal
Political chatter on John W Kerr for senator fades
The piece argues Kerr has little to distinguish him among state Democrats and questions his suitability beyond notoriety from repeated losing campaigns. It claims Kerr mirrors Thomas Taggart's ward politics and that media focus may privilege Taggart’s influence over Kerr.
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Mpany
Jonn W. Kerr
Kern
Thomas Taggart
Taggart
Governors Rise Promises on Reducing Public Spending
The speaker asserts that with a new governor and a Democrat majority, state government must cut panicky expenditures by trimming commissions and political offices. He notes the Democrats pledged to reduce costs and calls for action, while hinting at abolition of certain offices.
Political party rhetoric echoes in local columns
A fragment discusses Democrat success and factional pride, noting allied delegates and a distrustful public mood. The text references Indian affairs and a long-standing slogan, portraying party figures as confident yet controversial amid a crowded public arena.
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