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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
5
Fargo North Dakota reports the eastern farmers survey Hugh Hughes. They scrutinize his stance on government efficiency tariff protection and preparedness applauding his calls for national honor. A veteran farmer says there is something about him that makes you believe he's telling the truth.
A humorous dialogue features Finnegan and companions debating philosophy and politics, spoofing turntable jargon and mispronounced terms. Characters like Wudthrow and Stone discuss a tabled resolution, with satirical references to war, politics, and classic figures.
In Portland Maine William Howard Taft era reference: Hughes expresses sympathy for labor improved conditions and fair wages. He argues any wage scale must be just and scrutinized, insisting labor seeks only just demands and that justice endures under reasoned examination.
In Portland Maine Mr Hughes warned that surrendering to force would bring disaster to democracy. He cautioned that if capitalists or workers learn to pressure for gains democracy could fail and the government be abandoned.
A Portla rd Maine speech by Mr Hughes urges public officers to resist pressure and declare they stand firm until reason replaces force. He argues government must legislate after proper investigation, criticizing immediate action without inquiry as un American.
A quoted political remark urges considering justice before action. The speaker stresses legislatures investigate and discuss questions to form public opinion and reach right solutions, not act without understanding merits of the cause. The setting is a speech delivered in Portland, Maine.
Mr Hughes speaks in Portland Maine urging no action under pressure or dictation. He defends free press and public discussion to ensure understanding and justice, noting victory against tyranny comes from deliberation and accurate facts.
In the Spring of 1814 the capture of Vera Cruz occurred after our Admiral demanded a salute refused by Mexico. President sought authority to use force, and Vera Cruz was seized, with a battle killing nineteen Americans and over a hundred Mexicans. We later withdrew, not achieving the salute or reparations, and the true aim was said to be pressuring Huerta.
In a speech on adopting policy, Mr Hughes argues for government support of American shipping to boost foreign trade while warning against government ownership or competition with private firms. He stresses encouragement and protection are vital, but the government should not run the ships at a profit or loss.
The record cites Mr. Hughes in his acceptance speech criticizing the Administration for overemphasizing lengthy discussion over practical matters. It highlights a preference for concise policies and direct action rather than protracted debate.
A column censure of U S policy toward Mexico describes interference as exasperating and harmful, noting bloodshed and misgovernment. It also argues for amending Wyoming Constitution to allow road and land grants from Congress without a two thirds vote, urging voter support for the proposed amendment.
The list outlines phrases unlikely to appear in Wilson’s acceptance speech. It clusters themes such as psychological prosperity rigid accountability and military resolve. It notes unlikely lines about saluting the flag or aggressive campaigns like Get Villa and midsection phrases are excluded.
A 1916 proposed amendment to Article 16 would allow the state to engage in or aid the construction and improvement of public roads and highways. It proposes to permit using bond proceeds for internal improvements tied to grants and would let the Legislature authorize road projects without a statewide vote for every such undertaking.
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