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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1908
Page
2
Voters faced with money for votes and promises of a folio. Roosevelt taft rivalry dominates a Minnesota rally with Taft in town while Roosevelt faces Faraker in state politics. Local doctors warn citizens to boil water as malaria and impure supply spark sickness. The Midwest scene blends roving reporters, party clashes and weather shifts as summer heat tests equal treatment of candidates.
During a special session last week James E Watson, Republican candidate for power, aligned with the state machine on partisan measures. Thomas R Marshall, Democratic candidate for governor, campaigned in the state and urged Democratic members to vote with the party platform, with mixed signals about adherence and strategy. More than half the men favor the home in a woman’s name.
A garbled report hints at heightened tensions among Republican leaders and a potential late surge of events. It asserts that 3 J. Yorga and Judge Tafa Good Friend faced disbarment in Ohio over withheld pension money, while references to Al Ivorys’ actions and an interior department account imply broader governmental shakeups in Washington.
The piece accuses Farcett A. Calton of pressuring teachers to support a Republican local option measure. It cites a letter urging county and city superintendents to circulate petitions to lawmakers, alleging a brazen bid to partisanize schools and to remove us from public duties. The tone attacks officials and advocates reminding voters of duties and ethics.
The article contrasts Republican administration costs with Democratic rule, detailing office expenses, tax receipts, and state debt. It notes increases in official salaries and offices under Republican governance, laments soaring state and national expenditures, and argues for curbing excess by evaluating fiscal policy and debt. The piece cites figures from 1894 to 1907, including tax totals, receipts, and disbursements, and critiques rising taxes and administrative bloat.
Sept. 28 at Ghidhgo reports Bryan leading a vigorous campaign of the Democratic crusade. Large crowds, lively reactions, and a 300 word speech mark a brisk breakfast station scene. He remains energetic, addressing multiple crowds despite fatigue.
Campaign notes describe Republican Orr touring multiple states amid fierce factional battles in Haskell and Foraker. Taft, Bryan, and Sherman tour regions, with health limits on speeches for Sherman. Also reports Manila voyage delays due to cholera, bankers association panic discussions, and the National Irrigation Congress meeting at Albuquer que New Mexico.
Havana reports political disturbances escalating with a Sunday riot in Santa Clara Province and clashes at a meeting of the new negro party led by General Estenez. Police wounded, knives and clubs used, order restored after a long disturbance. casualties cited. In Louisville, Kentucky, the body of Thomas Cockrill, killed by a train, was identified, with speculation about motive and possible familial ties to Jim Cockrill.
The County Ticket lists names for county offices including Congressman A. Cullop and various trustees treasurers and surveyors. It notes a campaign appearance on the white road, mentions multiple townships and positions, and lists endorsers with party lines. Also included is an unrelated medical salve advertisement claiming cures for ulcers and related ailments with a price of 26 cents.
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