Washington Bows to Reform as Congress Reopens
Washington June 28 Special Correspondence Congress returns to business after a hot spell with long legislation expected through August or September. Democrats face gag rules on naval bill debates while Republicans push Hughes Fairbanks contrasts and Illinois sentiment favors a strong GOP turnout. Democratic fears mix with Republican optimism as insiders predict a solid path for the ticket.
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Democratic convention ponders diplomatic victories cited
At the St. Louis gathering the Democrats praised the President's diplomatic victories. They referenced a salute not given by Huerta and a sharp note from Carranza, suggesting a critique of foreign reaction and U S policy.
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Delegates urged to press convention on campaign pledges
The prompt asks Democrats to write to their National Convention delegates to demand inclusion of a pledge: promises kept in office as well as during the campaign, noting the platform omitted this assurance this year. The advisory stresses accountability and consistency of political commitments.
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Exports From New York Port Total 14 Million On June 6
A June 6 export list shows fourteen million dollars leaving the New York Port with only about 834000 in non military agricultural items such as mowers and reapers. Brass and various war materiel dominate the shipment including nearly eight million in drag components and many shell and shrapnel related items.
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Roosevelt backs Hughes in Progressive split vote
The Daily State Gazette reports Colonel Roosevelt declines the Democratic nomination and declares strong support for Hughes. It notes Roosevelt believes Hughes stands for clean Americanism and would better lead the country than Wilson, signaling a large college of Roosevelt loyalists may rally to Hughes.
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Haven bids for Republican nomination in Third District
W Burtis Havens announces candidacy for Congress in the Third District. He recalls his 1914 nomination and his strong 1914 campaign showing, asking for party support and pledging to serve the district if nominated and elected. Toms River, New Jersey, June 27, 1916.
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