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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
4
A fragmented excerpt argues for direct presidential nominations by primary and abolishing national conventions except to shape party platforms, noting the irony of fate that the president acts as the catalyst in this reform.
The ad touts a wide Christmas toy line including Dolla the new Kewple dolla peeka-boo dolls and character dolls, dolls, trains, blocks, go-carts and more. It claims lower prices from direct purchases and highlights items such as Edison phonographs, Conklin fountain pens, and KODAKS priced from 91.00 to 66.00.
The article discusses Democratic leaders like Governor Morehead and national figures debating the merits of direct presidential primaries versus convention nominations. It criticizes federal action and state rights arguments, notes budget concerns and past Democratic criticisms of GOP spending, and urges Republican unity between standpat and progressive wings to avoid aiding Democrats. It mentions party dynamics, leadership, and the need for a unifying gubernatorial candidate to heal rifts.
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