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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1912
Page
2
The House adopted by 237 to 39 a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit electing U S Senators by direct popular vote. The measure had passed the Senate and now goes to the states for ratification.
The article critiques rising Civil War pension costs now near two hundred million dollars and likely to grow further. It argues most veterans are gone yet expenses exceed those of 1900 and will rise in five years. It questions when a limit can be reached.
A young Boston woman noted for athletic riding falls when her horse throws her during an unusually bold riding stance. Onlookers shout for medical help as the injured rider seeks quick aid for suspected rib injuries. The text hints at political maneuvering involving Wilson and a possible nomination on the Republican ticket.
A Florida letter from Senator D C McMullen asserts W M Toomer acted as a paid lobbyist for the Jacksonville Race Track Association. McMullen cites his Tallahassee observations and votes casting against the race-track proposition. He urges supporters to back L Engle in the upcoming election as a rebuke to lobbyist influence and for clean politics.
A brief note reports the voice of Ohio being heard nationwide on Tuesday. The event underscores Ohio’s influence in a broader conversation spanning multiple states.
In a primary vote count of 21 016 supporters statewide Florida range and 19 917 for opponent in the second party poll Sheats thanks Washington County friends for backing his candidacy and urges continued activity for victory on May 23. He denounces a denominationally charged ad by Holloway and asserts no church bias in his own appeals. He cites faith and public schools supporting nonsectarian aims.
The senate committee on judiciary reported favorably a resolution limiting the presidential term to six years. A minority report favored a four year term. A similar measure is pending in the house and, if Congress passes it, will be submitted to state legislatures for adoption.
A Chipley Florida notice promotes Vinci cod liver tonic as a restorative tonic for recovering patients. It claims to restore appetite improve digestion build blood and muscle and guarantee refunds if it does not help.
Public notice announces submission of proof of title by claimants in Florida related to a land entry. Names cited include Murrett and Witton Well, with a list of involved parties and locations. The notice references a review by the U.S. Land Office and mentions Beertown area and Chubby Beat Lane.
Candidate Beh ARROR announces bid for sheriff of Washington County. He pledges to discharge duties loyally, seeks voter support in the primary, and asks citizens to consider his experience and character before casting ballots.
A local notice states Joseph Hnporrer announces his candidacy for the office of Treasurer in Washington County. He pledges to serve under the Democratic banner and to seek voters' support at the upcoming election date May 23.
A local notice announces a Dent County Commission candidate in the Democratic Primary. The candidate seeks support from voters in the county and asks for votes to protect residents’ interests and safe governance. Names and exact details are unclear due to damaged text.
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