Life and political rise of John W. Davis in early 20th century
John W. Davis born in Clarksburg West Virginia April 13 1873 rose from Washington and Lee University to public life. He served as solicitor general in 1913 became ambassador to England in 1918 and in 1924 headed the Democratic presidential ticket while defending his record as a corporation attorney and liberal Democrat.
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John James
Anna Kennedy Davis
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Congress
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John
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Stetson, Jennings, Russel & Davis
Democratic Party
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Davis Biography Promotes Broad Constitutional Reform
The article reviews Davis's stance on federal law codification by a special commission and the American Bar Association, treaty ratification by majority vote, and immediate transfer of power to new leaders after elections. It notes his defense of liberty, opposition to curbing individual rights, support for a strong supreme court, and describes his tall stature, broad shoulders, and distinctive white hair.
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