Tinkering the Shipping Bill Amid Administration Doubts
Congress leaders debate watering down the shipping bill after revolt over the Philippines measure and a nitrate plant defeat. A five year sunset plan is proposed but viewed as a costly makeshift likely to fail to win a House majority and provoke suspicions of its origin in Washington.
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Tribune predicts Hughes nomination amid Roosevelt decline
The Chicago Daily Tribune argues Roosevelt is out of contention as Vermont Pennsylvania and Oregon results dampen his bid. It contends Old Guard Republicans aim to block Hughes yet anticipates his nomination likely on the second or third ballot and urges party unity.
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No Place in Politics Says Oregon Paper on Prohibition Campaign
The Oregonian criticizes the anti saloon league for pressuring candidates over prohibition issues. It argues involvement in candidate selection and pledges exceeds the league's role and undermines voters. The piece urges limits on moral politics to protect law enforcement and non enforcement lines.
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