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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1912
Page
6
The article outlines a turbulent delegate scene as Harmon seeks support. It notes Campbell and Walker influence shifts, withdrawals, and rivalries among contenders. It praises Harmon’s proven public service and criticizes rivals while hinting at regional and national electoral considerations.
The article weighs Harmon's candidacy and endorsements across states while urging farmers to join a cooperative movement to cut acreage. It cautions about campaign weaknesses and the need for unity among growers to stabilize prices and markets, projecting a 25 percent drop in output if plans fail. It highlights the push for reduced sowing and collective action for market stability and fair prices for farmers and consumers.
A Seattle Port Intelligencer excerpt attacks a foundation aiding medical training as a weapon to reduce small professional schools. It notes protests against the foundation’s tactics while conceding some practical aims. critics warn about ethics and quality in education, law, and engineering amid calls for stronger standards.
The flood and late unfavorable weather across the South boosted cotton prices. Middling upland cotton reached 11 to 12 cents per pound on the Houston market, with expectations prices may rise or hold. The season’s demand and looming second crop contributed to the sharp advance in prices.
A garbled column compiles varied local opinions and rumors on politics, public projects, and city pride. It references Palestine and Sinton as communities under discussion, mentions a prize for cleanliness, and cites figures like T N Jones and Roosevelt, with conjecture on candidates and civic issues.
The Herald reports Harmon claims the party is stronger than any single figure as delegates rally in Waco. discussions center on Bryan, Roosevelt, Taft and third-term questions with critics labeling rivals as radicals and potential ticket formations.
A fragmented clipping mentions Japan telephones in Cuba, electric incubators, a motorized rocking horse, and a large telephone exchange. It notes low UK sleet fatalities, Pacific versus Atlantic water similarity, and various inventions including adjustable shade and iron gear ideas. Names and specifics are unclear due to OCR errors.
The article fragment notes Ken Denises and others discussing opportunities and views on Garneesters and Woodrow Wilson forces in Texas. Judge Cato Sella is mentioned as a general figure, with commentary on political alignments and potential shifts in opinion among Texan mentors and supporters.
A heated national debate centers on state versus federal regulation of railroads. Governors Harmon of Ohio Mastley of Missouri Nebraska form a three state committee backing Harmon, arguing state authority over freight and passenger rates protects the public against Wall Street control. Opponents warn federal limits on commerce risk unchecked rail monopolies and favor state sovereignty. The fight intensifies as political leaders press for fair regulation and national leadership.
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