Indiana Democrats Fail To Square Words With Actions
A Indianapolis Star opinion piece argues Indiana Democrats face a confused choice for U S Senate. It contrasts candidates Thomas Taggart L Ert Slack and others noting Taggart’s brewery ties and Slack’s temperance stance while lambasting Democratic vows for popular elections as platitudes.
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Indiana
James A. Hemenway
United States Senate
Hemenway
Thomas Taggart
L. Ert Slack
Frank Shively
John E. Lamb
Taggart
Brewery
Slack
Mr. Lamb
Shively
Democraty
Trust
Employer ,& Statesman
United States
Drass
Indiana Democrates
Marshall a Disappointment in Indiana Gubernatorial Debate
An Indianapolis Star editorial criticizes Thomas R. Marshall for wavering on county local option and liquor issues, contrasting him with loyal supporter Watson. It argues Marshall lacks courage on public matters, risks Indiana’s honor, and shows variable principles under brewery influence.
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Watson
Mr. Marshall
Marshall
the Star
Thomas R. Marshall
Indiana
Hanly
Luck Aids Recovery Of Stolen Horses
Alphonsus Saith and John Wonders narrowly recovered their horses after a theft Saturday afternoon from the hitch yard behind Cabel and Kauffman stores. Dave Burris traded a pony for two stolen horses, later identified by the owners. Burris seeks the thief with a strong description and plans further search. Officers alerted neighboring towns as Smith’s horse and Wonders’ pony were seized.
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Alphonsus Saith
John Wonders
Cabel & Kauffman
Dave Burris
Burris
Sullivan
Ben
Smith
Wenders
Wonders
Smyth
County Treasurer urges fast tax settlements before deadline
County Treasurer Godwin reports taxpayers are paying taxes rapidly this year though total receipts lag behind last year. With only three weeks left, the deadline to settle is Monday November 2 to ensure prompt handling of this matter.
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Godwin
Mr Marshall’s Campaign Defends State Finances Claim
Democratic candidate Thomas R. Marshall attacks Governor Billheimer’s finances charge, saying Billheimer drew $1000 annually as clerk of the board of tax commissioners in addition to deputy auditor pay. The piece notes the board’s 1891 establishment and asserts Marshall repeats misinformation, while denying the railroad commission employs an attorney. it questions Marshall’s eligibility.
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Billheimer
Thomas R. Marshall
State
Board of Tax Commissioners
Marshall
Railroad Commission
Taxpayer concerns over penalties and payments
Fragments indicate worries about last day for penalties and tax payments. Mentions Saturday and Monday as favorable for paying taxes and notes farmers involved, with possible costs to people who neglect to pay.
Editors defend Daviess county officers against Democrat attack
A Kentucky Democrat editorial accuses Indiana officials of failing to curb crime while praising local sheriff and deputy prosecutor in Daviess county. The piece denounces insults as libelous, defends Hastings and Colbert, and urges open debate without insinuations about police capability or integrity.
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Onle James
Daviess County
Democrat
Ollie James
Indiana
Kentucky
Sanford Davis
Tomi Marshall
Elmer E. Hastings
Fielding Colbert
Innouendo
Brewers Determined To Aid County Option Fight
Indianapolis Star reports renewed brewery interest in defeating James Watson for governor over county option. A secret meeting in room 303 Indiana Trust building formed the Liberal League of Indiana to aid the Democratic ticket and extend the campaign into November and local elections. Delegates plan nationwide county outreach to push liquor interests in Indiana.
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Indianapolis
Star
Comain
James Watson
Cincinnati
Chicago
Indiana
Caube
Mine Workers Leader Leaves Political Guidance Unstated
A 1908 letter from T. L. Lewis, President of the United Mine Workers, disavows any political advocacy for or against candidates. He emphasizes the union’s role in labor welfare, urges members to vote independently, and warns against press quotes misrepresenting his views. The missive notes the union's diverse membership and its goal to endure beyond the current campaign.
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Aminefa
Lewis
Indianopolis
Ind
United Mine Workers of America
Allarts
United States
United Mine Workers
United Mine ‘Workers
Ines
Harmony
T. L. Lewis
Indianapolis Brewing ties spark new liberal league plan
The session chaired by Yuncker Bottling Works’ leader drew 200 plus supporters with aims to reach 1000 members. Attendees included Albert Asche and H Plum mer. Franklin Francke noted. Next Denison Hotel meeting to finalize charter. subscriptions sought from 1 to 5 dollars.
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Shriners
Denison
Meni
League
Joseph
Bell
Snteresta
Chicago
Albert Licher
Indianapolis Brewing’ ‘Company
Crawford Fairbanks
Terre’ Aute Brewing
Stokes Jackson
Jemocristic
Cairman
Maurise Dinelly
Indianapolis
T E. Terre
Haute Brewing J Company
Defuse
Damage case filed in Joliet court named for Mrs Charlotte Carr
Fragmentary notes indicate a damage claim involving Mrs Charlotte Carr in Joliet. No clear party details or exact claim amount are readable.
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Charlotte Carr Coef
Legal Defendants Bound by Johnson Bond
A suit names John son, Yatel, and the Fidelity and Guaranty Co as defendants who rely on Johnson's bond as the basis for their defense in the case involving intoxicants.
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The
Fidelity, and Guaranty Company
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