Memories and politics in a Indiana district timeline
A compressed reminiscence recounts a political contest in Indiana's tenth district, praising Congressman Crumpacker and alleging heavy backing against him by national committees and large corporations. The piece interweaves personal history of Westville residents, family farms, and old landmarks, reflecting on change and memory.
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Crumpacker
Wace
National Committee
Chicago
Flis
Peterson
Standard Oil Co
Sr. Crumpacker
the Tenth
Tenth
Mith
Mary
Lillian
Anna
Hulda
Lome Place
Euchre
A. Shaw
George
Remembrance and Lessons in a Youthful Farewell
A reflective letter from Joan LD Lucas urges lifelong memory of schooldays and the value of youthful ideals. It contrasts fleeting life with enduring lessons and calls on readers to publish truths and strive for meaning beyond pleasure and vanity.
Plunder Crowd Seizes House as Gangsters Take Jobs
A disruptive crowd overtakes a house and disrupts a scene as gangsters push for control over local jobs. Police monitor the situation amid rising tensions and claims of organized theft. The incident underscores gang influence and street power in the area.
Dems blamed for empty Indiana tuberculosis hospital at Rockville
The 1909 Indiana legislature funded a Rockville tuberculosis hospital but the facility remains unused amid Democratic mismanagement and cost cutting. Critics argue lack of occupancy stems from bungling while funding for upkeep was dropped and the governor laments the plunder band.
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Rockville
Indiana
Erson
Kern’s Fluctuating Stand Sparks Political Heated Debate
The piece portrays John W. Kern as conflicting between principle and party loyalty. It criticizes his consistency, recalling 1909 charges against a secret ballot and alleged bribery claims. The text also cites Kern’s denouncement of Senator Shively on December 26, 1909.
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John W.kern
Kern and Beveridge Clash Over Silver Issue in 1896
The passage recalls May 29 1896 when Kern became a Chicago convention delegate for sound money Democrats and June 19 when Bryan was nominated with a free silver platform. Kern shifts to a free silverite stance while Beveridge remains resolute for sound money, framing Kern as an organization Democrat led by Taggart amid campaign swings.
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Kern
Chicago
W. J. Bryan
John W. Kern
Beveridge
Mr. Kern
Silver Yard
Senator Beveridge
Taggart
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Seal Agind’ Publish
Matt
Westville
Ind
Ity
Children’s Coats
Juliets
Joan LD. Lucas
Jeffersonville
National House of Representatives
Cincinnati
Peru
Marion Mungie
Righmond
Westville Directory
Lewis R. Cass
Fairview Farm
J. E. Payne
B. W. Hollenbeck
Viane St
HME Telephone
A. Williams
Laporte County
G. F. Swan
A. ‘Williams
Pastoffics
Judias
J. Shultz
Restaurant & ‘Bakery
Franklin Street
Michigan City
Dani&h Xotes Noxes
Rowley
N. E. Rowley
Laporte, Ind
O. Ry. Co
Lacrosse
Muncie
We A. FE
RIN Belard
AGT
Taylor
Ageng
MONON
Boees
Enera
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