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Watson Declares Local Option Stand in Indiana Campaign
In Fort Wayne James E. Watson argues the Republican line supports local option and accuses Democrats of evading liquor laws. He cites 1886 1888 1890 platforms, Moore and Nicholson laws, and says county unit local option offers clear, enforceable limits on saloons. He warns brewery interests back Democratic ticket to roll back restrictions.
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