12 Sep 1896
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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1896
Page
1
A lively public debate scene unfolds with Judge Miers and candidates including McKinley and Bryan present. The crowd reacts with applause while speakers pledge independent stances and address issues from populist to party lines amid a tense campaign atmosphere.
A fragmentary report details a joint debate in Balt where Mr. Miers faced populist challenges. The scene shows intense audience engagement and party contrasts as Miers defends the Democratic stance against opposing viewpoints.
An account of a large public gathering in Greene county led by Ed. Faith, with plans for a major rally in Linton May 4. Faith’s appearance drew a crowded audience despite little notice, as speakers promoted Republican unity and a push for McKinley and broader party goals. The event featured Shively and other GOP figures, with reports of a lively but mixed reception and a sequence of local political appointments and social notices surrounding the period.
An incoherent late night dispatch from Fiji outlines a state committee planning activity and a tense discussion among council members. The report mentions various names, dates, and places in a garbled form, outlining votes, meetings, and upcoming events with limited clarity.
A fragmented notice reports that the Womens Christian Temperance Union has elected new officers for the coming year. President Mys. J. A. Palman, Vice President Mrs. Geg, Secretary Recordley Sareptry, Treasurer Fiatingenn, and General Vice President Garston Church Mee are listed with various posts. details are incomplete and phonetic.
Fragmentary report outlines a Chicago convention with references to speakers and gatherings. It notes a Washington fair ground event on September 18 and lists names and dates, including a funeral notice and civic observances.
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