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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1912
Page
7
The piece cites Wilson and Harmon achieving states rights unlike Roosevelt or Taft, questions McMillin’s comeback, quotes St Paul on adaptability, mocks regulars for not embracing Frager, notes von In Aust iceberg contact, and, via Senator Luke Lea, condemns bribery in the Plank Boss election as per a Lorimer committee minority report.
Despite the Chatta nooga Times preserving the party line, other candidates show little sign of stepping aside to clear the field for the Icey team in the gubernatorial contest.
Genuineness of the Nashville Tennessean is questioned as it defends the recent primary plan and the state committee. The paper supports Morton, praises Patterson, and argues participation implies binding to nominees and platform at the upcoming convention.
There is broad public disgust at delays in the Lorimer case as the Senate is pressed to act. The people view Lorimer’s election as tainted by bribery and corruption and call for the majority verdicts to be carried into effect without further argument. Senator Lea is praised for pushing the question toward a vote and for his vigorous, energetic service.
The United States plans a tight naval cordon around Cuba as divisions of battleships and troops move to prepare for potential action. Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Ohio lead the first squadron from Key West to Guantanamo, with a second commanded to stand ready. Four hundred fifty marines are ashore at Guantanamo and reports describe violent insurgent incidents affecting American and foreign property in Oriente province.
The piece urges the Democratic Party to present a principled platform at the Baltimore National Convention. It calls for constitutional republicanism, loyalty to law and an independent judiciary, and a nonpartisan defense of American institutions against Roosevelt’s anticipated nomination. It asserts the election outcome should restore checks and balances and unite Democrats and republicans nationwide.
The Lewisburg Tribune editor Carter states he will not seek or hold public office. He argues editors cannot serve two masters and must avoid political office to preserve independence and the newspaper’s influence. If he fulfills his duty as editor, he already holds a high office.
The McMinnville Standard argues independents decide the race, preferring a clean Democrat on pro prohibition and election-law issues if aligned with their platform. It singles out Hooper and the party’s platform as decisive factors, noting regular Democrats may drift away if the party viol ates laws and empowers criminals in cities. The paper warns independents won’t back a mere party line.
On June 6 in New York a curb bet emerged wagering 2000 against 2000 that Theodore Roosevelt would not be nominated at Chicago. A rival wager of 1200 against 1000 challenged Taft’s non-election if nominated. Wall Street bankers tested Roosevelt boosters by sending 1000 to Chicago for public offer, but no takers at 2 to 1 or even money.
An advertisement lists silk pattern options with price cues from 4.98 to 14.00 dollars. It highlights high quality foulard patterns and related fabrics, indicating a sale or catalog feature. The snippet mentions multiple patterns and pricing, signaling a promotional textile listing from a historical newspaper page.
Woodrow Wilson headquarters released a New York World editorial endorsing Wilson at Baltimore. Democrats at the capital hailed it as the decisive appeal for his nomination, noting Wilson’s broad cross region strength from Ohio to Texas and New Jersey.
Nashville Tennessee June fundraiser announces Beasley to open Republican headquarters at the Hermitage Hotel on June 25 as part of a forthcoming state political initiative.
Street Martin Vaughan Co advertises a car load of Plymouth binder twine at a price no higher than inferior brands. It promises smooth regular performance and emphasizes value for farmers and buyers.
Knoxville Tenn June 6 the tenth annual convention adjourned inviting New Orleans as the out meeting place electing Victor H Hanson Birmingham News president F Santora Knoxville Journal vice president and George W Brunson Greeneville News secretary. Publishers endorse conservation enterprise and resolutions disapproving Postmaster Hitchockel oral. They toured the Country Club Links for golf dinner and reception and may visit the Panama Canal after New Orleans meeting invitation from Col Goethals.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a brief dialogue about an invalid patient offered sherry and eggs, with a friend commenting on the proper reception of the drink and meal. The garbled text appears to be a magazine clipping note and subscription prompt.
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