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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1920
Page
4
Campaign card circulated by the Bailey club of Taylor offers a reward for Neff’s land plank lost between Baylor University and the Baptist Church. Finder to return it to Socialist headquarters and receive a slice of neighbor’s land.
The Tennessee legislature voted to ratify the federal woman suffrage amendment on Wednesday. The move raises questions about legality under the state constitution and whether certification can be legally issued. If upheld, critics say it defies the people's will and the party’s democratic principles.
The piece argues that 150000 Democrats staying away from the July primary signals waning interest in the party under Woodrow Wilson. It claims Dallas oligarchy dismisses this, while fearing Bailey's election as governor would signal Republicans that Texas rejects Wilson, exposing national administration loyalties as deeply felt.
The Dallas News faces sharp rebuke for malice and misrepresentation in its campaign against Senator Bailey. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram forced the News to admit ignorance or compromise its veracity in a public admission viewed as humiliating for a journal that once prided itself on trust.
The piece contrasts Pat Neff and Joseph W Bailey as the campaign progresses arguing Neff's effort demeans Bailey while supporters grow dismayed. It lauds Bailey as a true statesman who fulfills friends and public expectations for governor.
The Democratic executive committee of Tarrant county refuses to authorize Bail ey and Neff men at voting boxes for the August 28 primary election. Critics call it a divine injunction against the appearance of evil, yet others see it as potential crooked politics and warn committees in Texas to follow fairness and honesty.
The letter alleges Senator Morris Sheppard used official franked mail for campaign documents sent to Texas voters at federal expense. The editor received two copies and suspects similar mailings to others, criticizing the practice as graft and a betrayal of public trust.
The piece argues Neff's gubernatorial bid has collapsed from its original issue driven stance. It cites Bailey embracing labor questions openly against Neff, who avoids them and attacks Bailey. Voters reportedly favor Bailey, with Neff facing looming defeat on the 28th.
The State Executive Committee allegedly accepted the secretary’s returns without review, misreporting Wilson county and masking a potential 20000 vote plurality for Bailey over Neff. The piece brands the committee anti Bailey and urges vigilance for August 28 to prevent alleged election theft and ensure honest ballots.
The Hamilton Herald editor declares unfounded rumors that he has not voted Democratic. He affirms lifelong support for the party and cites his twenty years as editor and proprietor defending Democratic principles. He calls efforts to label him a Republican contemptible and unexcusable.
The Georgetown church passes an ordinance forbidding any man over sixteen from flirting with any girl over fourteen on streets. It criminalizes smiling, winking, nodding, or even stating hello to female passersby. The piece speculates on possible amendments and state action with Governor Hobby mentioned.
Soda Springs hosts Saturday Aug 21 evening session while Dingler shifts to Thursday Aug 26 at 5 pm Newburg holds Monday Aug 20 Lamkin Saturday Aug 21 2 40 Van Dyke Wednesday Aug 25 Bible Monday Aug 23 8 pm The chairman and others urge full publicity for these appointments the topics are vital to every citizen
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