Why Hold a State Convention At All
Bartlett Sinclair argues in the Capital News that Idaho should not rush eight uninstr ucted delegates to Chicago. He says the state convention should appoint a representative eight with plenary power, then instruct the Idaho delegation or draft a local platform, ensuring the party speaks with unified intent on national questions and presidential choice.
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Boise
Chicago
Idaho
United States
Republican Party of
Mining Engineers Endorse Hoover Skepticism for Nomination
Mining and metallurgical engineers call for Hoover while insisting a party allegiance limits his presidential viability. They praise his mining achievements and wartime tool distribution, but argue Hoover cannot secure a party nomination due to his declared lack of party allegiance and pledge to support the league of nations.
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Oie
Wey
United States
Stunu
Corbin Hava
Er Qvnt
Mamuun
Lon
Herbert Hoover
League of Nu- Hoos
Federal officers control Democratic organization in Idaho
A Moscow meeting of Idaho’s state central committee drew 31 of 44 counties, with four federal office holders directing over half the votes. The piece links this influence to Senator Nugent and the Nonpartisan League, suggesting plans to back Samuels for governor and to align the Democratic ticket with L. A. Nugent’s interests.
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Democratic State Central Committee
Moscow
Lewis Williams
Internal Revenue
Boise
J. A. Adams
RJ. Hindman
Frank Kinyon
Register
United States Land Office
Chatrman Day
Democratic Party
Spokane
Williams
United States Internal Revenue Corector
A. C .Townley
Samuels
Townley
Butte
North Dakota
Tahoe
Willams
Senator Nugent
R. J. Hindman
Senators
Nonpartisan League
Suite Committee
Day
Nugent
League
Senate
Idaho
Wet versus Dry Battle Shapes Democratic Convention
The essay notes a fierce wets versus drys struggle over delegations for the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco. It highlights Governor Edwards of New Jersey as a leading wet candidate and William J. Bryan as the drys’ champion, with liquor interests backing both sides. The piece argues the prohibition issue has sidelined other questions and could deepen divisions within the party.
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Edwards
New Jersey
William J. Bryn
Democratic Party
League of Nations
San Francisco
Bryan
Democracy
State Finances Under Alexander Administration
A pamphlet from the Republican state central committee alleges the Alexander administration absorbed $780,000 transferred by the Haines regime, ran a deficit of about $150,000, and used $100,000 in insurers from soldiers home and Lewiston normal. Total deficit reportedly exceeded $1,000,000 as the treasury started empty. It claims the administration refused to levy within $600,000 of the legislature approved tax.
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Alexander
Treasury
Davis
Republican State Central Committee
Alexander Democratic
Haines Republican
Soldiers Home
Lewiston Normal
National Chairman Defines His Duties
Will Hays, head of the National Republican Committee, states his duty is to elect the candidate not select him. He pledges no action will influence party delegates or the convention outcome, insisting any suggestion of bias is untrue and would be disapproved.
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Will H. Hays
National Republican Committee
Watchful Waiting To Remain Mexican Policy
The article notes Bainbridge Colby’s appointment as secretary of state ensures Mexican policy will not change and endorses a watchful waiting stance. It recalls Lansing’s removal, Columbus raid incidents in 1916, Colby’s critique of Roosevelt, and Colby’s stance in public remarks, warning Americans to avoid interference in Mexico.
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Bainbridge Colby
Lansing
Columbus
New Mexico
Colby
Col. Roosevelt
Cooper Union
New York
Mexico
More Democratic Senators in Six Texas States
Philadelphia Public Ledger notes a revived plan to carve Texas into six independent commonwealths following the census. The piece argues Texas could yield the required Senate seats within its 265,896 square miles and cites the Bailey political example as supporting precedent.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Texas
Lone Star Empire
Virginia
Washington
House
Burleson
United States
Joe” Bailey
Hanson backs wet candidate for president
Ole Hanson of Seattle mayoralty fame endorses Governor Edward Ward of New Jersey as the Democratic Party’s best presidential candidate. He cites broad support after touring 46 states and predicts Ward will lead in national balloting at the convention.
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Anaconda Standard
Ole Hanson
Seattle
Edwards
New Jersey
Democratic Party
San Pran
Thwarted Ambition and a Neighbor’s Mocking Voice
A young man sets out to greater work despite poverty and doubt. Neighbors mock his effort, claiming he is too young or too weak. Josy Love arrives with aid, offering a spark of hope that challenges the grim chorus. As life wanes, he pursues a late ascent, only to be warned it is too late by the same cynical neighbor.
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Will
Editorial argues veterans bonus would shape future policy and training costs
The Tribune asserts a postwar service bonus for millions of veterans is likely if pressed by the American Legion and public opinion. It estimates costs at about 2 billion for a 10–12 month service average, notes bond funding and annual interest, and argues universal military training would be sacrificed if the bonus drains funds. The piece urges veterans to weigh national equity against future training needs.
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Chicago Tribune
the Tribune
American Legion
Legion
Congress
United States
France
The
Tribune
Notable Democratic Battle Hints at San Francisco
The piece notes a vigorous push by Mr Hanson and a short pace for Ole with four months across 46 states and under three days per stop. It weighs Jole's testimony as significant amid signs of a looming clash in San Francisco between Bryan and Edwards, drawing on veteran party sentiment nationwide.
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Cisco
Hanson
Ole
Jole
San Francisco
Bryan
Edwards
Pinchot Way faces court verdict on California lands
Gifford Pinchot leads a debate over 166000 acres in California seized by the railroad, with the U S Supreme Court affirming lawful acquisition. Southern Pacific held lands for 30 years while developing oil for its use, as calls grow for Congress to act against delayed developments. The attorney general resists new litigation to halt oil and mineral development.
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Salem
Ore
Gifford Pinchot
California
Supreme Court of the United
Southern Pacific
Pinchot
Congress
United States
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