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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1912
Page
4
A Denver area editorial reflects on Weld County Illinois results favoring Wilson. It notes Democrats gained nationwide influence, mocks opposition, and hints at future appointments while promising to keep quiet until the day after. The writer jokes about early shopping notices and sample ballots remaining.
The Tribune expresses gratification at the nationwide Democratic win and notes Weld County’s shift to the proaries faction. It highlights this county’s past prejudices and entrenched machine politics and credits Wilson and allied supporters for the triumph.
The Republican vice presidential candidate died during a tense political season. The nation fell silent as news spread and the beloved figure known as Sunny Jim was remembered for gentleness, cheer, and unwavering devotion to public service.
The New York Times reports Gov. Wilson’s campaign fund totaled 678 364 dollars from 53 303 subscribers, with 52 246 under 100 dollars and 1 057 above, the largest single gift 13 000 dollars from Justice Gerard. Munsey and Perkins underwrite one third of Bull Moose costs, and overall party expenditures exceed Roosevelt’s 1904 fund by 357 000 dollars.
The Chicago Journal praises William Jennings Bryan as the hero who will lead democracy by transferring power from interests to the people. It credits him with opposing Wall Street control, fighting for tariff revision, and seeking a new leader to restore competence and patriotism to government.
A reflective musing on change and character. It ponders how heroes fade after short spans, the mockery of promises kept or broken, and social habits from Guam to family life. The voice questions old manners and gender norms with concise, pointed riffs.
A parable compares a young rooster’s path to manhood with patience and persistence. The elder rooster initially dominates but is gradually overtaken as youngsters persevere, eventually defeating him while hens accept the new champion.
The Century Magazine argues that the modern push for the public disclosure of campaign contributions ends the twin evils of the spoils system and secret funding. It urges that campaigns be financed by numerous small voter contributions to reduce corruption and align parties with the people.
Early returns indicate a strong Democratic victory across Colorado, with the party carrying the state and county tickets from U S senators to constable. Ammons trails slightly to Wilson, prohibition defeated in Denver, and tunnel, immigration, and good roads measures approved in Denver. Scratching against Edward Keating for congress at large favored Clarence Dodge, but overall Democratic slate appears intact pending final tallies.
A double team of mules owned by John Klug bolted on Wednesday afternoon in north Greeley, throwing the driver to the ground and injuring one mule so severely it had to be killed. A load of wheat was left at the pot when the horses ran wild.
Greeley Colorado November 7 1912 outgoing Colorado state senator Delph E Carpenter writes to successor Hubert Reynolds of Weld county praising his clean campaign and offering support. He pledges courtly cooperation and urges Reynolds to call on him if needed during his term.
Members of the W. T. K. and the Progress clubs will entertain officers of the State Federation of clubs next Thursday.
Mrs. Laura McHugh state president arrives as Mrs. Dewey Dailey presents the Sarah Platte Decker memorial to Greeley club ladies. A memorial building for Mrs. Decker is planned at the Boulder State University. W. T. K. and Progress clubs are the only Greeley clubs affiliated with the State Federation. Luncheon for visitors followed by afternoon talks open to other Greeley clubs.
Harry McAfee of Butte Montana visiting his parents Mr and Mrs S J McAfee left this morning for Denver and Colorado Springs. He will return to Greeley before heading to the northwest.
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