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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1910
Page
4
A jumble of 1ar era concerns and headlines notes meat price cuts and turkey tariffs while political maneuvering in Nebraska and national figures like Taft and Champ Clark anchor a sprawling clipping. It references parcel post reform, express trusts, and calls for early Christmas mailing amid a chaotic mix of local and national items.
The article notes Democratic gains are strongest in the South and East while stressing the need for a Western presence to balance power. It argues for a non sectional party that unites diverse regions and contemplates strengthening a major existing group or forming a new national party.
The piece argues against wide open primaries allowing cross party delegate voting. It cites potential delegate interference, platform integrity, and party loyalty. It notes Democratic gains in the House, regional delegations, and hints at Harmon or Wilson as possible presidential nominees.
In Indiana Abe Martin is described as the eccentric figure with no greatcoat. Nebraska’s Leo Mathews Henry Richmond contend for chief clerk of the house while W H Smith seeks senate secretary. Hitchcock thanks Nebraska for backing his U S Senate election. Tolstoi dies at 82, praised for fearless critique of Russian government and czar.
Dr. Woodrow Wilson, governor elect of New Jersey, told a Chicago audience that many corporations seek to evade the law. He warned lawyers serve business interests by finding loopholes rather than ensuring compliance and urged business to obey laws in letter and spirit to reduce political entanglements.
The meeting of state executives will be held in Frankfort Kentucky November 29 to December 3 1910 to discuss concerted action toward a constitutional amendment for popular election of United States senators. Leaders expect a resolutio nary plan to gain broad support and withstand Senate opposition.
The piece argues Republican claims on meat and living costs ignore economic forces and credit the Democratic victory for price changes. It notes Johnson's California win and Bell's margin, while suggesting early reductions may follow from the new regime and trust rhetoric remains contentious.
The Kearney Democrat argues for aligning primary and general election laws to be as broad and open as the general election. It advocates allowing any voter to cast ballots for any candidate, removing restrictions on electoral choice.
Champ Clark in Washington discusses the democratic victory and looming burdens on the people. He recalls a teacher joke about a democrat president and notes Republicans and "food barons" could still profit, while Charley Pool weighs contesting his secretary of state race and calls for a fair recount. The drive to move the state capital from Lincoln gains momentum in the western and central regions.
The article notes President Taft may urge Congress to delay tariff action until the Tariff Board completes a detailed report, while some schedules may proceed without such full input. It also references a question from a laborer about the fate of the old fashioned man known for wearing a long comforter.
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