Judicial ethics clash in Greene and Sullivan counties over judge race
The article argues Greene and Sullivan counties face a corrupt bid for the circuit judge seat. It cites incumbent Sullivan County judge and Democratic faction tactics, citing James W. Ogden as a model of integrity. It urges voters to resist machine politics and uphold an impartial judiciary.
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Ito
Daviess County
Greene
Banlivan
Greece County
Sulyan
Greene and Sullivan Cirenit
Greene County
Sullivan County
Peain
Lee
Sullivan Counties
Bach
James W. Ogdon
Circuit Court
Mr. Ogdan
Jay
Nis
Wold
Sullivan
Ogden
Judge
Democratic Party
Hs Ogdon
Judge Rap
Congress
Sandbag
Dark-Lantern
Local Debate on Judge Candidates Shapes County Politics
Fragmentary remarks discuss improvident neighbors, lawlessness, and court integrity. Vague references to Democrats in Sterling character and rugged decision, Greene and Sullivan counties, and a prior judge race in the Daviess Martin district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling
Greene
Sullivan
Democrats
Daviess and
Martin
Temperance sentiment grows as Indiana votes for temperance laws
A Democratic candidate for the Indiana legislature publicly pledges to sustain existing temperance laws, signaling growing support for moderation in liquor use. The piece notes past anti temperance sentiments, the shift in party stance, and the influence of leaders like Thomas Taggart on platform discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
India
Lieber
Indianapolis
General Assembly
Thmas Taggart
Growth of Frank Hanly Speech Praised by Indiana Audience
The governor Frank Hanly delivered a plain and powerful address last Saturday in a large city. Report notes his speech lacked ornament but struck deep with calls to uphold laws and higher official conduct, highlighting Hanly's growth and sober public duty amid criticism from rival politicians.
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Hanly
Indiana
Politics of Daviess County on Election Promises
The piece argues both parties vow no vote buying and pledge strict election integrity in Daviess County. It credits Republicans with county reforms and city management improvements, noting lower levies, better finance, and end to five percent borrowing plans while promising enforced laws and clean ballots.
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Daviess County
Repubicans
Republican Party
Daviess
Washington
Parties pledge to keep ballots clean in Indiana counties
In a heated critique of Daviess county politics the writer attacks calls for party pledges to avoid corrupt funding for prosecuting boodlers. He argues such pledges are unnecessary, asserting Daviess remains uncorrupted and that law and honest officers protect the ballot without inter party contracts.
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Dayless County
Indiana
Daviess County
Idhg Ag i
Farmers Support Hanly as Indiana Governor Strengthens GOP Edge
Farmers in Indiana rally behind Governor Frank Hanly praising his insistence on enforcing laws and punishing misdeeds. Correspondents note his appeal to Democrats to back his reforms and a potential surge of farmer support for Republicans in the upcoming election.
Sheriff's Courage Opposed as Lynch Mob Threaten
The text recalls a past incident in Sullivan county where a sheriff surrendered a black prisoner to a mob with little resistance. It argues a sheriff who hands over an unarmed prisoner is worse than the mob, and asserts one brave official can deter a crowd of many.
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Sullivan
Sullivan County
Cox denounces sale of public office in political stance
The Dubois County Democrat Lige Cox rejects the idea of auctioning a congressional seat. He cites democracy as taught by Jefferson and Bryan, saying nomination comes from free citizens, not sale. The piece criticizes Jewett’s proposed salary split and defends Cox’s principled stand against selling offices.
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Mark
Ogden
Lige Cox
Dubois County
Zenor
Congress
Cox
Cor
Charles L. Jewlett
Jewett
Jefferson
William J. Bryan
Bryans
Monticello
Madison Square
Bryan
Beveridge Accused as Brewery Sales Agent by Sullivan Times
The Sullivan Times denounces Senator Beveridge of Indiana as the active sales agent for Albert Lieber's brewery, claiming ties from Maine to Montana and a vote for Indianapolis' Republican mayoral candidate. The piece argues the charge stems from partisan bias and misinterpretation.
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Senator Beveridge
Indiana
Sullivan Times
Albert Lieber
Indianapolis
Maine
Montana
Lieber
Times
Maine Woods
Montana Mountains
The Hearst of 1801 Incendiary Editorials and McKinley Assassination
A critical overview of Hearst newspapers in the early 1900s linking editorial rhetoric to the McKinley assassination. Highlights include comparisons of McKinley to Louis XVI and doggerel about William Goebel, illustrating alleged incitement by Hearst to extremist sentiment.
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William R. Hearst
Hearst
McKinley
Buenos Ayres
Paterson
William McKinley
United States
Louis XVI
Robespierre
Willam Goebel
Kentucky
Echoes of McKinley Assassination and Hearst Links
In the wake of President McKinley’s assassination by an anarchist, the public memory recalls the Goebel incident and denounces Hearst tied to anarchist and communist agitation. The piece notes Hearst’s political rise while critiquing sensational journalism.
The Right Kind of a Sheriff in Bloomington
A Bloomington deputy sheriff protected a negro condemned by a mob seeking lynching. With a revolver drawn, he and a few townsmen held the mob at bay. The mob leader retreated, and the negro was saved for the law to intervene. Bloomington should take pride in the officer's courage and in preserving the state university's honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe County
Bloomington
State University
Decline of Hearst Influence Sparks Frustration in Press
A dated critique laments Hearst control in politics and media. It cites the Washington Democrat Sullivan Times and Vincennes Sun promoting Hearst and urging Cyrup E. Davis to oppose Roosevelt in the Second district, questioning the state of the republic.
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Empire State
van Buren
Seymour
Tilden
Cleveland
William R. Hearst
Washington Democrat
Sullivan Times
Vincenndés Sun
Hearst
Second District
Cyrup E. Davis
American Congress
All
Theodore Roosevelt
Governor Hanly Admired as Indiana Leader by Herald
The Herald recalls Frank Hanly’s rise to governor citing a vast Indiana Republican rally in Davis County and his acclamation nomination. It lauds his kinship with the people and his gubernatorial strength, asking readers if his eighteen months in office justify the 1904 Herald praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Hanly
The
Herald
Daviess County
Indiana
Indianapolis
Severn
Hanly
Frank
Morton
Self made Indiana figure James H Wilson turns seven ty sixth
James H Wilson celebrated his seventy sixth birthday, highlighted as a local exemplar of grit and progress. Born into frontier poverty in Indiana, he worked on the Wabash and Erie Canal, bought his first shoes at nineteen, and rose to influence and wealth through hard work and determination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James H. Wilson
Daviess County
Indiana
Wabash and Erie Canal
Campaigns Grow Cleaner In Jephion Pike County Race
Local election coverage notes a signed agreement among Republican candidates to adhere to a campaign pledge. Report highlights that campaigns have become cleaner and less costly, with voters watching polls and potential impacts on outcomes.
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Pike County
No Vote Buying in Daviess County Says Republican Chair
Daviess county Republican chairman J. G. Allen declared no vote buying will occur in the county. He cited the state headquarters statement and asserted Republicans will not engage in buyings or whisky aided campaigns. He warned the law against vote buying will be enforced against all.
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Claypool
Daviess
Republican Committee
J. G. Allen
Democratic Committee
Allen
Republicans
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Daviess County
Allén
Roosevelt Republican urges Chaney reelection in district
The Second district voters are urged to support Congressman Chaney for reelection to back President Roosevelt’s agenda. Chaney is described as a Roosevelt Republican of the strongest type and should receive a larger vote than two years ago to work with the president.
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Chaney
Roosevelt
Old Soldiers Meeting Set at Masonic Hall Washington
Da yless county veterans plan a non political gathering at Masonic hall in Washington Thursday October 18 at 3 o clock to meet United States Senator Hemenway and Congressman Chaney.
Local weddings mark unions in Elnora and surrounding townships
The Rev Jefferson Elliott wed Miss Grace Edith Benham at the bride’s father William C Benham home in Plummer at 8 pm Wednesday. Elzo Hawkins married Miss Loyle J Webber at A J Burris residence in Reeve township with plans to reside there. Miss Nors F Myers and Andrew Wilson married at Bogard township home of the bride, Rev J A Hile officiating. they’ll farm in Steele township. Andrew C Evans and Laura E Hess wed in a quiet ceremony. Evans teaches in township schools and the couple will reside in Harrison township.
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Jefferson Elliott, Simp
Elnora
Grace Edith Benham
William C‘benham
Plummer
Elzo Hawkins
Loyle J. Webber
A. J. Burris
Reeve
Township
Burriss
Reeve Township
Nors F. Myers
Andrew Wilson
Bogard Township
J. A. Hile
The
United Brethren
Mr. Wilson
Steele Township
E. W Myers
Andrew C. Evans
Laura E. Hess
Co. A. Ward
M. E
Loren D. Evans
Eleventh Street
Edwin Thomas Hess
Harrison Township
Young Evans
Priests Enter Retreat at St Johns Church Indianapolis
Echoes of canonical hours fill St Johns church as seventy five priests begin their annual retreat. The monks chant in dim monotone from the nearby oratory while others maintain silence and meditation. Among the retreating clergy are Father Torbeck and Father Garrity of the city.
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St. Johns Church
Indianapolis
Torbeck
Father Garrity
Dant Sells Top Factory to Isenogle Brothers
A. J. Dant sold the pop factory and Coca Cola bottling works on the north side to the Isenogle brothers of Greene County. They will take charge November 1 for a consideration of $5,000. Dant will focus on his bottling works at Sedalia Mo.
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A. J. Dant
Coca-Cola
Isenogle Brothers
Greene County
Mr. Dant
Sedalfa
Daughters of the Smeri in Revolution Form Chapter in Town
An organizational chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was formed at the home of Mrs. A F Cabel with twelve initial members and officers chosen for a year. The group, headquartered in Washington, aims to foster patriotism, preserve history, and mark graves of Revolutionary heroes, with plans to grow to twenty five members.
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Daughters of the American Revolution
A. F. Cabel
A. F. Cadel
Mra J. Corning
Mary Shirley
Elisabeth Hall
S. B. Boyd
John Peek
Mary Peek
McKaergan
Chapman
Elien Scudder
Late Wood
Pansy
Horrall
Ed Red
Mra. Guthrie
Indianapolis
National Board of Management
Washington, D. C
Elizabeth Hall
G. B. Loyd
Ellen Scudder
Misa Late Woods
John Anderson Scudder
Old
Daviess County
John’ ‘Peek
Mary Peek McKernan
Pearl Redford
Josie Chapman
Panny Horrall
John Wallace
Mt. Gilead
Veale
Green Lashire
Graham Hill
Congress
Cleveland
Smithsonian’ Institution
Eugena Washington
George Washington
Indiana
Benjamin Harrison
John H. Foster
Charles W. Fairbanks
Political notes feature early campaign visits and speeches
Governor Hanly to speak in Petersburg on October 22. Congressman Chaney to visit Daviess County next week. Ezra Mattingly to tour Pike County for several days the week after next. Mattingly and C M Mears spoke at Allen schoolhouse Thursday night. The Fairbanks special train will visit Washington and the vice president will speak for about thirty five minutes, date not fixed but likely November 1.
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Hanly
Petersburg
Chaney
Daviess County
Ezra Mattingly
Pike County
Fairbanks
Washington
Fine Corn Exhibition At Hamersly Real Estate Office
W W Golden of Veale township showcases display of white and yellow corn at Hamersly's real estate office. White ears reach thirteen inches, weigh about one and three-fourths pounds. yellow ears twelve inches long. Six ears of each type weigh eight and a half pounds. Grown by J M McDaniel on the George B Walker farm, Veale township, owned by Golden.
William J. Bryan Visits Washington on October Train Stop
William J. Bryan will arrive in Washington from Shoals on Monday October 22 at 3:10 PM and depart for Vincennes at 3:40 PM. State committee members and several Democratic orators accompany the train for the brief stop.
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William J. Bryan
Washington
Shoals
Vincennes
State Committee
Brickmaker Joseph Kretz Loses 40000 Bricks
Joseph Kretz loses about 40 000 bricks after a Wednesday night incident. Bricks were drying on racks when water failed to evaporate and temperatures fell, causing freezing and bursting. Loss estimated over $200.
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Joseph Kretz
Padgett Returns to Washington After Reformatory Sentence
Charles Padgett, once held under an indeterminate term in the Jeffersonville reformatory for assault with intent to kill, has returned to Washington. The Supreme Court case is not expected to be retried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Padgett
Jeffersonville
Harry Wolfe
Supreme Court
Washington
Secretary Root to Address Trans-Mississippi Congress
Secretary Root has accepted an invitation to address the Trans-Mississippi Commercial Congress in Kansas City on November 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Root
Trans-Mississippi Commercial Congress
Kansas City
Veale Purchases McCracken Property On Front Street
Farmer William T. Veale buys Edward McCracken's property on Front Street and plans to move after the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William T. Veale
Edward McCracken
Front Street
Second Growth Apples Surprise Steele Orchard
W E Gallagher of Steele township reports an apple tree heavy with second growth apples. The lone tree stands as a curious crop bearing a dense proliferation of fruit beyond normal expectations.
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W. E. Gallagher
Steele Township
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Indianapolis Star
H Roosevelt
Vincennes Capital
OLD Soldiers Meeting
Wilson Myers
DANT
Daughters OF the Smeriin Revolution
C. M. Mears
Allen School
Kretz Looes Brick
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