Rights and Duties of Citizenship as Presented by Iowa's Governor
Iowa Governor Albert B Cummins argues for reform and better government in his inaugural address. He warns against monopolies and rail lobbyists, endorsing limited corporate power, national action, and safeguarding elections from corporate influence.
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Porters and Bryans Tariff Debate in Iowa Campaign
The Iowa Democratic platform in Waterloo calls tariff for revenue only and Claude R Porter touts democracy as guiding policy. Speakers from Ottumwa and Centerville promote Bryan era ideas and attack protective tariffs as highway robbery while stressing unity and party loyalty.
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Vote for Cummins Larrabee urged against railroads' power
A keynote urging Governor Cummins and reformers to curb railroad influence traces back to the Supreme Court decision on the ICC, notes Iowa railroad growth and taxation, and warns the public about corporate control. It lauds Cummins record, urges early support, and ties the issue to national policy and Roosevelt’s reforms.
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Iowa Backed Up the President in Rate Reform
Governor Cummins praised for supporting railroad rate regulation amid opposition from Elkins associates and corporate allies. John M. Stahl commended Cummins open letter to Senator Elkins, noting farmer support and predicting senatorial presidential talk if not careful. The victory is a notable achievement against corporate power, with ongoing battles to secure full public endorsement and policy reform.
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Governor Cummins Urges Exclusion of Corporations from Politics
In his first inaugural address of January 16, 1902, Governor A. B. Cummins argues that while corporations may have privileges, they should be rigorously excluded from political affairs and not occupy seats in legislative chambers.
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