Last Battle Foreshadowed in Mission Campaign
Fragmentary text hints this will be the final clash of the mission campaign. References a decisive confrontation and a closing phase with implications for future efforts.
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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1912
Page
2
Fragmentary text hints this will be the final clash of the mission campaign. References a decisive confrontation and a closing phase with implications for future efforts.
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Theodore Roosevelt issues a formal statement on the election and the future of the Progressive Party. He reiterates lines from prior attacks by himself and colleagues, asserting political stay power for the movement despite setbacks.
The excerpt notes Woodrow Wilson asserting the Progressive party’s permanence and predicts a broad political shift. It mentions his view that the party could secure the largest electoral vote and that the battle is only beginning amid polling of over four million votes facing obstacles.
Des Moines reports E. G. Dunn democratic candidate for Iowa governor declares he was fairly elected. He vows to fight and not let the victory be stolen, noting delays in vote counting last week that favored opponents.
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The Electoral College results have been updated to reflect the newest returns. Electors adjust the state tally and confirm final counts amid ongoing vote certification.
Topeka reports Arthur Capper, Republican candidate, trails George Hodges Democrat by a small margin after all counties counted. Capper plans to contest the result, citing thousands of ballots mismarked or rejected, expecting a close victory by around three thousand.
Representative Henry George asserts there is no excuse for Democrats not to urge an extra session of Congress to revise the tariff. Democratic lawmakers here echo the call, arguing the business world deserves clear tariff plans and timely action. Manahan, ex Lincoln resident and 1299 Democratic candidate in Nebraska’s district, is mentioned in the discussion.
Early returns from 80 of 92 Nebraska counties show Governor Wilson with a 42,000 edge on Roosevelt and 53,500 on Taft, while Aldrich trails Morehead by 9,600 and Norris leads Shallenberger by 13,000. Taylor sits 8,000 ahead of Harman for railway commissioner, with Martin over Morrissey by more than 20,000.
Large portions of the state report totals with candidates across multiple districts. The list includes nominees such as Amey Erickson Campbell, Hendley Derm, and M. Alliance BR. Nelec Chadron Lewis Brett among others, with party affiliations and home towns noted.
Early returns from about 45 percent of the state show amendments likely to pass by a safe margin. The initiative and referendum drew the least opposition, while the home rule measure faced the most negative votes. If totals reach an estimated 260 000, amendments should secure a majority of votes cast with a substantial margin over halfway. Chicago window washer Richard Jelinek fell from a building into the Chicago River and his body was recovered.
Governor Aldrich issues a statement blaming Taft supporters for his loss and criticizes university authorities and certain political actors. He reflects on the progressive party ties, warns Lancaster County Republicans, and mocks Bryan's support for Morehead as an odd campaign moment.
Nebraska Adjutant General and Captain seek war department wireless telegraph and telephone gear worth 16000 dollars for the state guard if an armory and caretaker liv ing quarters are provided. Fifty four troops in the corps and a plan to recruit to ninety two. Also governor’s report on progress drafting a workingmen's compensation bill with meetings in Lincoln and Omaha and hopes for timely passage.
Adjutant General Phelps plans to ask the legislature for money to build a state arsenal. He notes more than 200000 dollars of military property has been scattered around the capitol in years past and federal criticisms persist. The military department will seek 30000 to 40000 dollars for a new building or half that for upgrading rooms if a new facility is not built.
After the election the Nebraska governor faces issuing a Thanksgiving proclamation. The article notes Governor Aldrich will publish such a proclamation despite his electoral defeat and touches on state oil inspection laws and border admissions involving Colorado Kansas and Oklahoma.
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