The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1897-01-14
GOVERNOR MOUNTS INAUGURAL.

The address IS not lengthy. but is right
TO the point on the most important mat
tiers before the people of the State.-Michi-
gan City News.
The brief address by Governor Mount is
indicative of the character of the man, as
was also the transformations style of his
inaugural ceremonies.-Lafayette Call.
The Governors address on the occasion
of his inauguration was a diynifed and con-
sentative one and will be lead with profit
News.
Judged by the tone of his inaugural ad-
dress. Governor Mount Is going to be
watchful of the interest of the common peo-
pie of the State.-Logansport Pharos
(Dem.)
The address was commendable for it's
brevity and recommendations. 1t will be
found. We think, that Governor Mount will
always understand just what the average
people want, as his address promises.
-Terre Haute Express.
Governor Mounts inaugural address Is a
plain and clear exposition of his views on
State questions of general interest. We in
wife careful attention 10 this address,
which is short, but indicative of the Gov
errors future ~policy.-Marion Chronicle.
Governor Mounts campaign speeches, his
late utterances and his inaugural address
all show him TO be a man of strong opin-
ions, good Judgment. few words. but his
record shows that he is "A man of actions.
Indiana bows to her new Governor.-Elk-
hart Review.
The address deals with questions of edu-
cation. live stock laws. roads, taxes, the
apportionment. the centennial, trusts, COM
bines and charities. Governor Mounts po-
sition on these accords with his past record,
and is in line with a high sense of public
duty, and the needs of the mass of the peo-
ple.-Rushville Republican.
The address is a modest statement of his
opinions on various phases of legislation re-
quired to promote the best interests of the
people. 1t is expressed in good taste and
abounds in wise suggestions. Governor
Mount gives every promise of meeting the
high responsibilities of his office TO the full
satisfaction of the people.-Kokomo Trl-
bune.
In his inaugural Governor Mount dis
played the same common sense that has
characterized him as a farmer. The ad-
dress is not a mere accumulation of words,
idle words, but is full of substance which
will bear perusal with great care. He
drives straight to his mark. and there Is no
uncertain sound in what he has to say.
Seymour Republican.
Governor Mounts Introduction into Office
was in an eminently fitting and quiet man.
ner and speaks we'll for the good sense and
craftsmanship Of Indiana's new chief eXecu-
tive. Governor Mount is an able man, and
his administration of tie State affairs will.
II 10 SdlS W say, Uc Clldl dCltIl lieu ny IdIt
discretion, and wise steps for the people
whom he represents.-Elwood Call-Leader.
The address is businesslike and to the
point, and should be read by every one who
has more than a passing interest in the
welfare of the State and more than a mo-
mentary concern In the many important
questions now confronting the people. 1t
has all the ring of honesty and sincerity.
The Courier hopes that the Governors
words may be accepted by the Legislature
as important for it's consideration. feeling
that what he recommends is for the best
interests of the State.-Lafayette Courier.
Governor Mounts inaugural address can
be commended both for the many good
recommendations he made and for its brew
ity. 1t is a multum in parvo document and
will be read with interest and profit by all
Of whatever political faith. His address
shows that he is in close touch with the
people and that their thoughts are his
thoughts. BY those who know the Governor
and his abilities he enters upon mis- admin
istration with no misgivings on their part,
but with full confidence that ii will be char
acterized by prudence and wisdom.-Craw-
louisville Journal.