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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1916
Page
2
The Sierra County Advocate urges voters to elect W H Bacher Jose T Daran and Robert Martin as county commissioners to curb wasteful spending. It lambasts Democratic rule, notes $3 000 to $4 000 in unpaid certificates, and claims illegal tax levies and excessive spending threaten the court fund and county finances.
Dr C Brown a Lac Cruces dentist is billed to be in Hilleboro from November 11 to 20. The deer and quail open season began on the 25th. The Republican nomine es for county offices were in town for one day this week. They left yesterday with flying colors on a county tour.
A Cleveland Leader editorial questions President Wilson on arbitration in labor disputes and the use of federal force, national guards, and a $50,000,000 shipping bill if election day were over. It asks whether policy or politics guides his actions and whether his deeds match his rhetoric.
A Democrat who seldom backed Republicans, except in 1872 under pressure, reflects indecision among independent voters. The piece notes a conviction shaping Mr. Wilson’s appeal and the potential impact on election results.
An editorial excerpt criticizes Woodrow Wilson for bending to railroad union demands and compromising principles. It argues the public favors courage and conviction, predicting votes against Wilson. The piece also notes party endorsements and Republican reaction to Hughes and Taft.
The Hughes National College League based at 511 Fifth Avenue New York reports enrollments at a rate of five thousand daily as interest grows. The article notes rapid expansion and ongoing recruitment efforts.
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