Senator John K Shields Poised for Victory in Democratic Primary
Editorial from Gov Rye’s home paper opposes Wilson policy and calls for Rye to back Democratic senatorial candidacy. The piece argues Shields deserves renomination, lauding his war measures support and criticizing Rye for campaigning while governor in wartime Tennessee. It highlights Overman bill praise for Shields and notes Wilson administration approval.
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President Wilson Backs Senator Shields For Senate Term
Editorials from Petersburg Herald and Camden Chronicle urge endorsement of Senator John K. Shields for a second Senate term. They argue wartime needs, loyalty to war measures, and nonpartisan focus, urging Tennesseans to support Shields and discard political games. The Camden Chronicle notes Gov. Rye’s former paper now backs Shields.
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Rye Is Bitter Enemy of Organized Labor in Tennessee
Hayes Brummitt of Chattanooga, a 25 year labor member, labels Gov Rye as the foremost enemy of organized labor in Tennessee. He cites the textile strike ranger action and Lookout mountain escheat case, demands accountability from Hamilton County officials, and endorses Senator Shields as labor’s friend. Brummitt expects East Tennessee to swing 8 to 1 for Shields and lambasts Rye’s demagogic tactics.
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