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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1900
Page
2
The text critiques political lines around Congressman Miers and rival Wadsworth, detailing alleged favors to lenders, mortgage defections, and bank closures. It contrasts Republican and Democrat pledges, cites Bryan and McKinley as rhetorical touchpoints, and touches on labor voters reacting to party messaging.
The Democrat asserts the United States Constitution will prevent Chinese entrants and others from territories under constitutional control. He argues government cannot bar people from China Russia or the Philippine Islands if they are within areas the Constitution governs, rejecting proposals to overturn rights. He condemns populist demagoguery and polygamy claims tied to treaties with the Sultan of Sulu.
In a heated exchange the Democrat accuses the rival of using a strong machine in Bloomington and Bedford. The Republican organization is described as rigid and mobilized, promising a tough contest with shifts in party support and potential losses for the Democrat.
An IU region letter quotes supporters and critics amid the McKinley race. It cites wage changes, railroad work, and a Vincennes crowd cheering the Republican line while Democratic counterpoints accuse press bias and misrepresentation.
Fragmented lines describe a political candidate in Indiana named Roosevelt and a large crowd at Seaton Bird where Rough Riders paraded. It notes Democratic press bias amid Filipino uprisings and Republican backlash targeting Representative Miers.
In a winter of 1877 Mer. James Reba, a leading citizen, is described as bedridden and unable to walk. The text claims a complete cure using Treeeany flain's Pain Balm, praised as a remedy for sprains, bruises, and rheumatism, available from all druggists.
Fred Ison, a 15 year old boy from New Market, was arrested for forgery after allegedly passing four checks on the Citizens Bank bearing the signature of the stock buying firm Lawrence & Busenbark. He is said to have spent the money at Crawfordsville business college. A separate report notes a fatal horse accident in Kokomo.
The Veal township Sunday school convention will be held at Bethel Sun se Oct. Rev. W Ee Spoonts of this city will give the chief address. Township officers for the ensuing years will be elected.
An advertisement touts Doan's Ointment for itching piles with instant relief and permanent cure. Available at local drug stores for 25 cents. The notice suggests entering through Little Gem and mentions Republican headquarters.
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