Passing of the Caucus and parliamentary moves
A Tennessee legislative column discusses the end of caucus supremacy since 1887, noting the first open state officer election without a caucus since Goodloe. It recalls past caucus influence, potential bipartisan shifts, and the cost of caucus power before addressing a motion to reconsider in a Lipscomb matter with parliamentary rule explanations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Bere
Polk
Dibrell
Goodloe
Tennessee
William B. Bate
United States
Andrew Johnson
Senate
Bate
Bob Taylor
Taylor
Jst
Herald
Hered
Capt
Lipscomb
Weashiton
Moton
Capt. Lipscomb
Prohibition Wins in Tennessee With July Implementation
The battle to end liquor in Tennessee is won and from July first the state will enforce prohibition as a real policy. The victory follows costly sacrifice and the fight continues against illicit whisky power that remains strong under cover. Prohibition supporters must stay vigilant and re enlist in the ongoing campaign.
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Prohibition
Tennessee
Cearly
Marshall Gazette
Tennessee Legislature Biennial Sessions Begin
The note explains that Knorville and Memphis view the Tennessee Legislature biennial sessions as reducing immediate interest while allowing members to focus on measures of general interest over two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knorville
Chancery Court
Memphis
Tennessee
Latta Lauded as Loyal Officer Despite Loss
The city mourns the death of Mr Latta honoring his service as a faithful officer and valued citizen. Hundreds express regret as the community loses a respected leader.
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John Letta
Mr. Latta
Economy The Tennessee Legislature Should Limit Salaries
The piece argues for restrained state spending with a focus on pension and common school funding while opposing broad salary hikes for judges and Capitol officials. It calls for fair compensation, warns against inflated clerical pay, and urges economy as the guiding principle for the General Assembly.
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General Assembly
Anandal
Supreme Court
Tennessee
Tariff Debate on Coffee Imports Sparks Revenue Talk
Republican members of the Ways and Means Committee consider a tax on coffee imports to boost government revenue as deficits grow. The piece also notes Congressman Hulleg’s push for an inquiry into wartime income tax and praises tariff supporters for backing measures that would affect local costs and coffee consumption nationally.
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Ways and Means
House of Representatives
Hulleg
Tariffs on Coffee and Revenue Proposals Spark Debate
A historical discussion argues for or against a coffee tax as a revenue measure. It discusses whether tariffs should fund government expenses, the impact on consumers, and compares to broader tariff ideas, citing historic views on taxation and government funding.
Confiscation debates in Tennessee local option and laws
A Tennessee discussion questions confiscation claims tied to prohibition bills and local option laws. The Nashville Banner is accused of inconsistent stance, condemning liquor seizures while supporting gambling restrictions, and equating state action with individual property takings.
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Nashville
Tennessee
General Assembly
Charter amendment to remove mayoral voting doubt
City leaders urge a charter change to confirm the mayor’s right to vote on his appointees. The city attorney and many lawyers believe the power exists but favor an amendment this session to end doubt and prevent future deadlocks with timely legislative action.
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Columbia
Senator Frazier Praises Calm North South Race View
The speech by Senator Frazier on the Brownsville incident is praised for its conservative, dignified tone. It argues most white Southerners oppose race hatred and supports punishing crime regardless of color, while warning against demagogues who stir race passions and noting prohibition may reduce race tensions.
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Senator Frazier
Brownsville
Nciden
Beceto Frasier
South
Washington
North
Frasier
Uke Tilman
Vardaman
Jef Davis
Prazier
Tennessee
Jiu
Jess
The Difference Between Tillman and Roosevelt
A critical editorial contrasts Senator Tillman who allegedly used a government typewriter and Roosevelt who employs Treasury clerks and private messengers at public expense. It questions who violates ethics more, given salaries, allowances, and framed patter about honesty in government.
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Tillman
Senate
Roosevelt
Treasury Department
Hin
Theodore Roosevelt
Tilhuan
Tiliman
Four Day January Clearance Sale At McSeouoa Anderson Pao
McSeouoa Anderson Pao announces a four day January clearance sale Friday Saturday Monday and Tuesday with heavy reductions to clear everything burdensome. The ads claim extraordinary values and urge customers to visit during the final four days.
Sale on Cottons and Flannelettes at Clean Store
About 40 pieces of Hic 18e 20¢ and 25c Cotton Suiting and 4s Flannelettes Suitings that make useful house dresses. Some look like wool and were good values at the original price. Beginning tomorrow Friday they go into the Clean Sale at 10¢ yard.
Ladies' Tailor Made Suits Sale at Discount Prices
Just ten of the Ladies' $20.00 suits in Navy Green Vistaria and Black with fine white stripes priced at 9.90 each. Misses' and Little Ladies' $15.00 suits now 6.90 with limited sizes left. a good time to buy a suit while stock lasts.
Sale of leftover silks and linens at 29 cents a yard
A local retailer promotes left over silk remnants and a wide assortment of linens and curtains at deep discounts. The ad highlights children's dresses, ladies wear, quilts, sheets, and lace curtains with prices ranging from 19 cents to 1.19 dollars.
Irish Point Curtains and Shoes Sale Advert
Irish Point Curtains priced from 1.98 to 4.90 with various values listed. Men and boys shirts offered at 1.00 in limited sizes. All shoes in store for men women boys and children promoted as part of a Clean Sweep sale with odd lots and broken sizes highlighted. This sale emphasizes last days and fresh finds.
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New Columbia
Sea Island
Prohibition Debate After Carmack Memorial Praise
A letter rails at President Roosevelt for alleged hypocrisy and urges support for statewide prohibition enforcement. It criticizes anti-prohibition papers for shifting stance after law passage and praises Carmack’s memory as a symbol of righteous causes. The writer predicts political airing of Memphis and Knoxville figures and calls for sincere papers to avoid doubt on police effectiveness.
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Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Senator Carmack
Carmack
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