Col Ball Confesses Gambling Past Amid Political Turmoil
Colonel Thomas H. Ball acknowledged playing poker for money, responding to a Texas campaign firestorm. He dictated a full statement after pressure from supporters and declared the truth must be told despite fears it could hurt his governor bid.
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Campaign Lies Exposed in Ferguson Ball Battle
A statewide appeal warns followers of Col onel Ball against campaign lies about Jim Ferguson. It cites refuted claims on infidelity, employment, taxation, labor stance, family conduct, and a Bell County rally misrepresentation. Ferguson supporters urge truth and fairness in the governor race.
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Colonel Ball Tax Dodger Exposed in Texas Campaign Records
The Home and State and other Texas papers misrepresented Ferguson's tax handling and later retracted. Harris County assessor A R Miller confirms a five year property listing for Ball with multiple years not rendered for taxation, delinquent taxes and a 1918 suit.
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Under which flag Tom Ball allies shift in Texas campaign
Fort Worth convention backed Ball on prohibition and formed a state advisory committee led by Tom Love with headquarters at the Southland hotel Dallas. Anti-prohibitionists opened rival Ball HQs in Dallas and Houston. Tensions arise as different camps claim loyalty and propose alternating stances on submission. Colonel Ball’s plan to trap opponents is described as faulty.
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Bryan's Warning Against Railroad Candidates
William Jennings Bryan warns voters to beware special interests as candidates are chosen. He identifies four powerful groups, starting with railroads, which he says oppose regulation and influence officials who deal with them. He urges selecting officials free from railroad obligations to ensure impartial judgments.
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Wilson backs local option in letter to Newark friend
In a May 1 1911 letter from Trenton New Jersey Woodrow Wilson expresses firm support for local option and local self government. He argues licensing issues are social and moral not fit for party platforms and should not become state or national political issues.
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Jim Ferguson The Man A Philanthropist
A densely argued endorsement praising Jim Ferguson as ethical, benevolent, and battle-tested for Texas governorship. Dr. Alex Dienst asserts Ferguson’s philanthropy in Bell County, long public service, and tax commitment, arguing opposition misleads voters.
Ferguson Admits He Lacks College Education
The Dallas Evening Journal reports James E. Ferguson acknowledging he never graduated from college while defending himself against charges of illiteracy. He says many Texans never attend college and condemns opponents for implying public service must require a diploma.
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