Indiana Institutions Show How to Run Public Care
Analysis argues Indiana state benevolent and penal institutions improved under nonpartisan, professional management after 1889. It cites Central Hospital for the Insane and Southern Indiana Hospital at Evansville, noting lower per inmate costs and better care since partisan control ended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James. Ei
Wai
Thames HB. Marshall
Marshall
Indiana
Watson
Central Hospital For
Indispapois
Claude Matthews
Matthews
Southern Indiana Hospital For the Insane
Evansville
Southern Hospital
Washington
Boys
The
Democrat
Gardimer
In- Siena
Southern’ Hospital
Theas
Amapage- R
Cabielites
Gay Wandit
Sporlsmen
Meni
Democratic Party of
Thomas Taggart
John E. Lambaudi
Qeth W. Kern
Thomas R. Marshall
Hdme
Real Friends of Labor Invitation Note
A fragmentary notice reads as a call for specific attendees or punishments, mentioning labor groups and invited men who sit at events.
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Real, Friends OF Labor
Questionable remarks on Indiana hospital project raise concerns
The Washington Democrat accuses possible irregularities in the Southeastern Hospital for the Inzane at Madison. The piece notes the editor’s Indiana trustee background, questions the insinuation, and outlines a governor-appointed bipartisan board overseeing the construction with members including former Senator Eph. Inman and Dr. Smith.
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Washington Democrat
Madison
Elitkenk
Indiana
Ania Board
Howewever
Washington
Eph
Inman
Dr. Smith
Snond
Leertain
Questioning Ethics in State Board Construction Work
The speaker complains of a dark insinuation about the Southeastern hospital project, accusing some board members of a "queer" manner of construction. He urges Democrats and Republicans alike to explain the alleged sinister allusion and political responsibility behind the work.
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Republican Party
Brewery trust dominates Indiana politics says article
The piece accuses the Indiana brewery trust of fixing beer prices and dividing territory to stifle competition. It claims independent saloon keepers are forced out, compares brewery methods to Standard Oil, and notes Joseph E. Bell, attorney for the trust, is connected to John W. Kern, Democratic vice presidential candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
India
Standard Oil Company
Brewery Trust
Joseph E. Bell
John W. Kern
United States
James of Kentucky vows penitentiary for Purcell
The Kentucky congressman Ollie James denounces Indiana miner George W. Purcell, claiming he would send him to the penitentiary if Purcell’s alleged statements in an interview proved true. The Herald questions the Kentucky courts and accuses Democratic politicians of partisan influence against labor.
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Ollie James
Kentucky
Indiana
George W. Purcell
Purcell
Herald
Gongreea
Sdor
Purcell labeled foe of labor in Indiana politics
The article portrays George W. Purcell as a defense for free labor and mediator in labor disputes, noting his ties to the Indiana labor scene and state labor commission. It contrasts Purcell with opponent James, accusing him of praising corporate interests and misrepresenting Democratic stances on labor. The piece criticizes southern Democratic labor conditions and charges James with falsity.
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George W. Purcell
Herald
Daviess County
Indiana
Mineru
James
Democratic Party
National Democratic Party
North
South
George Purcell
Bryant
Leather-Lunged Cullop Orator Stirs Indiana Race
A local political column attacks William A. Cullop as a bombastic demagogue and urges voters in the Second district to reelect John Chaney. The piece praises Chaney for responsive service and criticizes Cullop as loud and empty.
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John
Chaney
William A. Cullop
Rey
Cullop
Indiana
Congress
William
Marshall and Lincoln Opinion in 19th Century Letter
A fragmented text discusses political figures and factions, referencing Thomas R. and debates among republicans about supporting the Democratic ticket. The piece touches on William Jennings Bryan and Abraham Lincoln, with illogical phrases and a call to examination of a title related to the Marshall area.
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Thomas R
Ball
Marshall
Ifor
Bryan
Abraham Lincoln
Pet
Lincoln’s memory used in Indiana campaign sparks debate
A local discourse questions a candidate’s claim to Lincoln’s legacy and bloodline in a postwar political contest. Citizens demand transparency about ties to the Republic’s great emancipator while weighing party loyalty and sacred memories.
Humiliating slander targets James E. Watson in Indiana race
A Democratic response denounces attacks on James E. Watson as slanderous and humiliating, noting neighbors from diverse groups defend his character and sobriety. The piece cites his support for county option laws and warns against political smears from various factions tied to saloon interests.
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Mr. Watson
Indiana
Watson
James B. Watson
Ito
E. Watson
Daviess County
James Bi Willeom
Note on Democratic Ring and Ollie James Critique
Fragmentary remark by Henry Watterson lamenting the Democratic machine in Kentucky and referencing Ollie James as a sample of the system's faults. The tone is critical of party influence and political corruption within state politics.
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Henry Watterson
Kentucky
Ollie James
A.sa
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Lewis
Petettree
Ha’ Ito
Ofar
Mine Workers Union
Daniel F. Kennedy
American Federation of Labor
Kennedy
Organized Labor
Indiana Federation of Labor
Vincennes
Labor
Anionim
IHE Brewery Trust
MR. James
Marshall and
Lincoln
Knights of the Malden
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Abe
James E. Watson
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