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Newspaper
Duncan Arizonian
Location
Duncan, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1912
Page
2
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A brief national directory item notes the Woodrow Wilson band wagon with trailers and comments that rising coffee prices prevent declines, reflecting early 20th century public discourse on politics and economy.
Most of the hats that have so far been cast in the ring now resemble a pancake. The remark captures a humorous view of the crowd choosing among early contenders and fashion against the race’s novelty.
The Colonel expressed acute interest in applying his recall of decisions to the National Committee, signaling a push to review and overturn past rulings.
A fragment notes that local southern colored delegates refused to disclose their stance to create a bidding contest. The remark suggests political maneuvering to influence allocations or support among bidders.
The passage presents Woodrow Wilson accepting a party nomination with humility and sense of responsibility. He emphasizes gratitude for the honor and warns the party against regret, underscoring the weight of leadership and national duty. The quotes reflect Wilson's careful rhetoric and commitment to public service.
The Arizona Democrat extols Woodrow Wilson as highly brainy and capable, predicting his election and that his administration will grant the Democratic party a long lease on power.
The creed asserts free opportunity for all and equal access to rules and instruments of power. It warns against fear of change and argues safety lies in candor and fearless truth, urging public ownership of political and economic tools and consent of the governed.
The Rocky Mountain News argues Parker’s selection as temporary chairman signals a victory for Big Business over the People, likening it to Chicago where Elihu Root and Thomas Ryan interests jammed through their picks. Bryan foresees defeat for progressive aims, but defends his stance as moral courage in defense of right against special privilege.
The article argues that Woodrow Wilson is the Democrats’ strongest candidate and questions the impact of Theodore Roosevelt entering a third party. It suggests Taft, branded as a weak candidate, could be defeated, while Roosevelt’s presence unsettles Republican strategists and party bosses.
The Douglas Dispatch notes that minority committees of 1908 will not significantly impact the election results.
Telegrams from Virginia delegates push for Wilson while Missouri delegates drift toward insult and rivalry. Hearst papers attack Bryan as Clark piles on. Democrats claim Parker is fading and the party emerges clean. Across the nation radioed calls say We Want Wilson, the sole progressive choice at the convention.
The text argues that government land grants remain generous with 320 acres for homesteaders and title in three years in some areas. It notes the Canada migration appeal and warns Americans may return after experiences abroad, realizing U S lands rival foreign offers.
The Los Angeles Tribune editorial condemns Arizona’s legislature for approving a bill to legalize twenty round prize fights. It denounces pugilism as degraded, corrupt, and a magnet for gamblers and rough elements, urging national sentiment against making Arizona a center for such spectacles.
A newspaper fragment suggests that witnessing a prize fight crowd could prompt residents to back swift action against a law seen as inviting degeneracy to flourish locally. The quote implies public sentiment favors restricting such events to curb perceived vice.
At the June 22, 1912 meeting the Board of Education adopted a resolution postponing any further work to place free text books in the schools this year. It cites the August 18 start of the act and bids timing as factors. The Attorney General advised the postponement is within the board’s power.
Multiple classifieds offer farming gear and real estate. John Deere riding plow, buggy and harness, heating stove and oil heater, old papers, 20 acres garden land in Arizona near Clifton Morenci, income properties on Main St Duncan, buggy horse, two lots near Campbell’s mill, white sewing machine at reduced price. Names cited include L F Vaughn and L. B. Stephens.
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