Withdrawal of Hon. P. S. O Rourke from the 12th District race
In a public letter addressed to voters in the 12th District Hon. P. S. O Rourke withdraws from the congressional race. He cites a district machine and corruption among office holders allied with Mr. Lowry, vows no support for a corrupt or drunkard candidate, and promises continued fight against the incumbents. He hints at ties to the Allen county ring and district debt while affirming Democratic principles.