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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1908
Page
2
An archival item from The Daily Democrat dated September 26 190% features a header style with Backes and Provii names and a possibly scanned dateline. The readable text provides a glimpse of era reporting and column layout rather than a complete news event.
The piece portrays Senator Foraker as resilient and upright amid personal and political attacks by Beal allies. It brands the Republican party as deceptive and self-serving while praising Foraker’s integrity and public service. It references speakers Warren and Bullivan and criticizes rival Republicans.
The piece critiques union labels and newspaper affiliations, accusing figures like Mr. Bryan and Senator Foraker of financial entanglements. It mentions Edward Harriman, Huey Velt, and DiBant in a broad political-financial accusation within a union-press context.
A garbled clipping references New Haven railroad links and sanctions proposals, naming figures like Cornelius, Rogervett, Arnold, and Bryan. It hints at accusations, party leadership, and calls for direct voter choice, with disjointed remarks on Taft, Roosevelt, and reform.
The report surveys Republican tensions at a rally noting divisions over sale issues and party unity. Separate dispatches cover strikes in Montreal and labor politics in Canada, a Cleveland estate matter questioning a police article, and California Governor Dunham seeking extradition for murder charges.
Fragmented notes describe Sitney answering questions during a congressional session. They mention a rail call, opposition by Mr. Py, and bankers pressing for protection of depositors. The text cites an agreement linked to banking law and mentions Bloomfield as a location or source.
In Linton Ind Seg 28 petition summaries reveal John F Blighard and two other former treasurers filed voluntary bankruptcies with assets around 2000 and 45000 as debtors vie to protect creditors. DM Ryan and HWke Mik Franch also filed related mortgages and endorsements, with details of creditor protection and social connections noted.
Hastings, executor of Grover Cleveland's estate, condemns a Times article claiming to publish a unsigned piece by the late president. He cites authenticity concerns and says the publication was purchased from a magazine writer. He states the Times has pressed him for evidence and notes a private source refused to disclose details.
The article catalogs student activities and staff notes from a high school, including class officer elections, sports planning, and assembly events. It mentions a football game between Vincennes and Harris, a freshman class leadership slate, and ongoing student attendance changes.
Baseball results show Detroit 7 Philadelphia 2 and Detroit 7 Philadelphia 0 in later games. Washington defeats Cleveland 8 to 1, and Cincinnati wins both ends of a doubleheader against New York. The steamer Erik, damaged after a collision with an iceberg, is seen heading south for Turnavik after temporary repairs.
A New York Sun dispatch reports President Roosevelt and aides debated responses to a letter accusing Governor Haskell and the Prairie Oil and Gas Company. An interior department inquiry touched on the Oklahoma franchise, with cabinet discussions concluding no immediate public statement before possible reply from Bryan.
Market listings show mixed grain prices and live stock quotes with wheat and corn varying by grade and place. Foremost are cattle prices in Chicago and St. Louis with hogs and sheep also quoted. a brief note mentions moving pictures at the opera house and a testimonial for Dr King’s New Discovery as a cough remedy.
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