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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1908
Page
4
Senator Bailey portrays the Dallas state fight as forced by political enemies and vows to pursue the attorney general bid. He details a letter released last Saturday and argues the Bailey issue will shape the legislative campaign, urging colleagues to resist only when necessary and calling for defeat of Attorney General Davidson.
The speaker blasts accusations as unfounded and political, arguing charges were about property and party division. He asserts that party leaders and witnesses proved the charges false, and claims broad Democratic support after a decisive primary and legislative victory.
The speaker rails at persecution by enemies who pursued a trail of charges without foundation. They insist on a full state inquiry, arguing it would vindicate them and prove the accusations groundless. The tone accuses political rivals of obstruction and seeks official scrutiny.
A historical excerpt argues that the people’s right to instruct their representatives is essential to liberty and the republic. It emphasizes that public office should not be held by anyone who violates constituents’ directives, asserting the primacy of democratic principle over personal gain.
Fragmented 19th century style reflection argues that disobedience to official instructions harms free government and questions the legitimacy of party guidance in elections. It notes a conflict between law, party apparatus, and public duty, warning against impunity for actions contrary to sanctioned procedures.
A historical letter argues that excusing some men for violating instructions sets a dangerous precedent. The author warns that justifying one offense could encourage others and cites the flawed comparison between general no platform demands and specific orders as unsound. The piece reflects debates on disciplinary standards and consistency in enforcement.
A reader letter argues that platform demands are often carried by a bare majority, with county representatives voting against them while reflecting their people's sentiments. It critiqued the tension between honoring pledges and following party instruction, likening failure to carry out a platform to a greater offense than violating established guidance.
The report recounts political maneuvering after a committee decision and travel from Austin to Washington for oath taking. It notes speeches at Fort Worth and Gainesville, backlash from opponents, and media spin framing elections as anti Bailey victories while teammates blamed each other.
Fragmentary speech text shows a political figure claiming enemies sought to divide the Democratic party in Texas. He asserts he avoided organizing friends, fled Texas for a national congress, and notes opponents formed a local “New Democratic Club” to block his bid for national delegate, while denying any interest in the presidency.
A damaged excerpt describes coercion by an unnamed oppressor and a call to confront a "disgusting and senseless sin." The fragment mentions tests of strength and personal responsibility, but the text is unclear and lacks concrete details or proper names.
The text urges friends to avoid contest unless compelled and to vote for state officials based on fitness. It argues voters should judge candidates by honesty and capacity, selecting judges sheriffs clerks and other officers solely on merit and fitness. It cautions against political pressure and emphasizes a time-honored standard.
An advertisement touts a home remedy for catarrh claiming germ destruction in the nose and throat. It emphasizes a heat inhaler and fast relief, selling the Myomel inhaler for $1.00 with a money back guarantee if it fails to meet expectations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions exceptions to rules and a political issue referred to as the valley issue and designation. Content is garbled with repeated phrases and lacks coherent events, names, dates, or places to summarize clearly.
TW Bailey argues against avoiding the Bailey issue in the attorney general race and contends Davidson’s candidacy appears tied to anti Tiley interests. He urges friends to resist politicized attacks and favors a Democratic primary and legislative action leading to a Democratic senator’s election.
How to avoid appendicitis by treating habitual constipation. Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup purportedly cures chronic constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels to restore natural bowel action. It warns against substitutes and notes sale by Bexar Drug Co.
In Monroe Orange County a caretaker found Frederick Earle’s residence looted of art works and bric a brac valued over 92500 from a visit three months prior while the artist, then abroad in Italy, had left the property. The home in Mon roe showed damage and theft of pictures china and bric a brac.
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