Governor Johnson Declares Presidential Candidacy Stance
Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota, en route to Shiloh, says he would accept the presidency if granted the domination but will not run a personal campaign or seek instructed delegates. He denies ties to J J Hill and discusses his regard for William J Bryan while leaving party strategy to Democrats. He stresses party chances and openness to campaign if members feel better prospects than Bryan. Meanwhile legislators warn against a bill restricting national banks, arguing it would weaken banks and force charter changes, harming competition with strong state banks.
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Winter wheat above average in April condition report
The Department of Agriculture on April 1 announced winter wheat at 91.3 percent good or better, above 89.9 percent a year earlier and above the 10 year average of 86.2. Rye condition stood at 89.1 percent, compared with 92 percent last April.
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Department of Agriculture Today
Mattoon Goes Dry and the Mayor Will Resign
Mattoon in Illinois votes to go dry causing Mayor Lewis Lehman to announce he will resign on April 29. Lehman, a bank president and wealthy local figure, says loss of saloon license revenue of about 19000 yearly would wreck city finances as Mattoon queued to buy a 185000 water works system.
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Bankers oppose Aldrich bill in circular letter
August Blum of Chicago, president of the clearing house section of the American Bankers Association, sent a letter urging members to oppose the Aldrich bill. The note claims the measure would injure business by reducing reserve titles and tying up funds, citing a 21,000,000 reserve impact and limited circulation tax.
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Cotton acreage cut urged by Southern leader in South
Atlanta April 8 Harvie Jordan president of the Southern Cotton association urges a 63 percent reduction in cotton acreage. He warns prices will be low next fall unless widely adopted and urges growers to hold to remaining cotton.
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Democrats Sweep Kansas City Mayoral Election
The Kansas City democratic ticket led by Thomas T. Crittenden Jr won by about 500 votes over Mayor Beardsley’s republican ticket. Democrats will control both council houses with similar platforms on public utility regulation. Crittenden vows to enforce saloon laws, aided by liquor interests, while Beardsley was backed by a ministerial alliance.
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Henry M. Beardsley
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Funeral for Durham White Stevens in Washington
Public and private funeral services were held in Washington for Durham White Stevens, advisor to the Korean government, who died in San Francisco March 25 from a gunshot. At St. John’s Episcopal Church mourners included honored pallbearers drawn from Washington’s public figures.
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Powers Pardon Petition Sent to Governor Wilson
Mayor C. J. Boyle of Greenfield will carry a petition to Governor Wilson in Kentucky seeking Caleb Powers’ pardon for the Goebel murder case. The Illinois petition, signed by 102,286 citizens, backs Powers, with a committee of prominent Republicans and Democrats guiding the effort. Boyle aided Powers’ defense.
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President Roosevelt Seeks Equal Rail Accommodations in South
Public letter dated April 4 directs the attorney general to seek injunctions against southern railroads to ensure equal passenger accommodations for white and black travelers. A separate item notes a Dubuque gas ordinance dispute, and an obituary for William Schutt, former treasurer of Twinoly, in Hot Springs.
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Prohibition Wins Big in Nebraska and Wisconsin Votes
Nebraska reports the strongest anti saloon victory yet in the state with referendums deciding license status in most towns. In Wisconsin, La Follette leads delegates at large to the Republican convention as Milwaukee backs Democrat Rose for mayor. Illinois votes reveal surprises and several counties go entirely dry.
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Illinois saloon vote ends in bitter standstill across state
In Illinois a fierce campaign on the saloon issue yielded a standstill result with about 1,200 townships voting direct on licensing. Counties split with anti saloon gains, estimates of closures range from 400 to 2,000, while many large cities stayed wet despite fierce contests.
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Magazine Writer Admits Using Confidential Navy Reports
Washington reports state a magazine writer admitted obtaining extracts from confidential naval reports while employed by the Lake Torpedo Boat company. He described using these in articles on naval topics and could not identify their anonymous source. The testimony centered on whether the Lakes company used improper means to influence legislation.
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Taft Bryan dispute colors a reform era clash
Chicago and Illinois reports show heated exchanges over Philippine policy and anti saloon campaigns. Bryan accuses Taft of either misinformation or ignorance as voters in Aurora Joliet and Danville push dry or wet outcomes amid tight elections.
Power shift to Uncle Joe to curb filibuster
Washington April 8 the House judiciary committee reported favorably on paper trust resolutions aimed at Governor Cannon backed bills. Resolutions urge inform on steps to prosecute wood pulp and paper firms and investigate the alleged paper trust. The vote also created a new recess rule to thwart filibusters and set naval appropriation debates. Local Elgin scene described with saloon activity and hustling votes.
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Louse Committee On Judiciary Today
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Woman elected, No. Commission candidate barred
Montgomery April 8 Gertrude Barney, elected yesterday as the Republican and temperance candidate, was refused a commission by the city council today because she is a woman, rendering her ineligible. Another election likely to be held.
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Montgomery
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Gertrude Barney
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China Funds Opium Board To Punish Indulgence
Peking April 8 reports the throne issues an eviction appropriation of 72,000 to create an opium board. The board will examine metropolitan officials on opium matters, certify opium users, and arraign all who indulge in the drug.
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Peking
Throne Day
Congress Proceedings Yesterday in Brief
Yesterday in both houses of Congress the official records show the Senate adjourning at 4 3 BD and considering the army bill amid calls for reconsideration. The House completed business on the pension and appropriation measures with votes recorded.
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