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Campaign finance disclosures shake Nebraska politics in 1904
The Nebraskan saga centers on New York financiers backing the 1904 Democratic ticket, with Bryan and Taft exchange on campaign finance reform. The World reports a $30,000 to $40,000 flow to Nebraska to bolster Berge and Parker, while Allen and Dahlman confirm sums channeled through New York channels and a desire for Bryan’s open support of Parker.
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