Hoover Gains In North Carolina Amid Prohibition Debate
In a turbulent regional political column, Senator Simmons and Governor Smith face opposition as Sam Daniels reshapes anti repeal sentiment in North Carolina. The piece notes Hoover’s appeal to business voters and the strain between federal policy and state temperance laws, predicting heightened party friction and potential shifts in support.
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Political scene in North Carolina 1928 presidential race
The article analyzes North Carolina voting patterns in the 1928 presidential contest, noting Coolidge’s decline and Hoover gains among rural voters while Smith leads in the South. It discusses Prohibition, tariffs, and economic issues shaping regional support, with Florida and Tennessee showing strong Hoover influence and Georgia favoring Smith in places. The piece cites local demographic shifts and party dynamics influencing the outcome.
Smith and Hoover Lead in Southern Straw Votes
Early returns show Smith leading Hoover in border and southern counties with Hoover drawing strong support in the south where religious sentiment and Hoover's perceived steadiness favor him. Across Texas and the western regions, Smith trails Moorer slightly but is favored in major cities like Fort Worth and San Antonio. Voter tallies from Laing’s stations show Hoover 36, Smith 68 in one county, with overall patterns indicating Hoover’s appeal in the Southern electorate.
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