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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1912
Page
4
The issue centers on the Democratic senatorial nomination with Governor W. W. Kitchin favored by the paper over Senator Simmons and Judge Clark. It argues Simmons aligns with tariff beneficiaries, while Kitchin stands for Bryan-era Democratic ideals and reforms. The piece also touches Montenegro’s clash with the Ottoman Empire and critiques tariff politics tied to coal and iron ore.
F R MeNinch as manager for Gov Kitchin proclaims a coming victory for progressive Democracy. Bryan and Kitchin urge defeat of Senator Simmons, arguing the people will elect the anti reactionary ticket. Massive support from the masses and trusts powerless to sway the outcome.
The passage portrays Senator Simmons as wavering and not the type of Democrat supporters expect. It claims he votes against his party platform and many Democratic colleagues, suggesting he is a Democrat in name only and a Republican at heart.
Washington progress notes the paper has no personal grudge against Senator Simmons yet opposes his record. It argues Democrats should not support him, asserting his views diverge from the modern Democratic party and predicting regret for supporters who back him.
A 1912 Union County call to vote urges a big Democratic ticket on November 5th to bolster the party’s strength in state and federal conventions. The message highlights past low turnout, cites Wilson and Marshall, and names A. J. Brooks as county Democratic chairman. The document also includes a mortgage sale notice by W. A. Helms and M. Helms with court-ordered sale details for a 148 acre tract in Union County.
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