Smoot and Mormon Church Power in Utah Politics Debate
A historical critique argues U S Senator Reed Smoot represents church influence over Utah politics. It claims polygamy and church authority shape votes and party power, urging expulsion as un-American. The piece frames Smoot as a key instrument of church control across government, religion, and commerce in Utah.
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Unclear Fragmentary Text From Historical Page
Fragmentary OCR sentence about wife and judges with scattered phrases. lacks coherent event, entities, or dates to summarize a clear news item. No identifiable people, organizations, places, or outcomes emerge from the readable portions.
Senators by Popular Vote Debate in The Review
A lengthy editorial excerpt argues against electing United States senators by popular vote. It cites 1896 Bryan campaign fears, praising the constitutional design and warning that direct popular selection could invite clamor and upheaval, while suggesting possible reform without harming the nation’s core balance of power.
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Anti pass bill favored by governor affects public officers
Legislature supports an anti pass measure that would bar issuing passes to public officers and their families while allowing special rates for clergy and benevolent uses. It would permit exchanges of transportation for advertising and aims to become a new law or enforcement action.
The Mormon Senator Smoot in Utah Politics Debate
The Globe Democrat notes partisan support for Reed Smoot in the U S Senate while Democrats oppose him, arguing the Mormon church uses politics to influence Utah. It questions character claims and points to church leaders backing polygamy as ongoing influence.
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Expulsion Debate Over Senator Smoot and Mormon Influence
A forceful editorial argues Reed Smoot should be expelled from the Senate, citing his Mormon ties and church leadership. It asserts Utah laws favored the church, condemns polygamy, and laments past Mountain Meadow killings, framing Smoot as a direct representative of Mormon hierarchy.
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Inheritance tax urged by governor as needed reform
The piece argues for an inheritance tax law with an ascending state share, praising it as sound public policy. It warns against wealth transmission without restrictions and opposes entangling estates in trust schemes, insisting heirs should earn their place or face consequences.
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Senator Browser Kaal Proposes State Saloon License Fee
A high license bill would set a state fee of 250 dollars for saloons and allow towns to add up to 750 dollars. Critics warn local discretionary power invites saloon influence in politics. The current law keeps fees optional up to 260 with wide variation in practice.
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Call for Missouri game preserves to aid hunters
A St. Louis newspaper columnist argues Missouri should use hunter revenue to supply game and establish preserves with restrictions. He condemns raising tame birds and penned hunting, comparing it to bullfaction and European practices and criticizing gatekeepers and the ready slaughter of penned game.
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Reforming Local Elections to Align County and State Tickets
The article discusses shifting candidates to a state ticket rather than county tickets to reduce local quarrels. It argues the plan would curb county disputes over nominations and force local organizations to be more selective. It cites concerns that nominations are influenced by broader political gains rather than merit.
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Tillman and Willman In National Politics Clash
The text accuses Tillman of predicting a race war to incite hatred and prejudice while condemning Willman as a disgrace to the country and to the Christian moral fabric. It portrays both figures as undermining democratic ideals and national spirit.
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Temperance Measures and Political Moves Stir Indiana News
Indiana politics and temperance debate figure prominently as the legislature weighs a high license law and liquor restrictions. Mentioned are Governor Hanly, Senator Hessé, and Francis Foraker style commentary on post offices, a Vincennes debt, Roosevelt's Brownsville stance, and a tragic Rock Island wreck with five dead.
Billheimer Touted for State Auditor Reform Measures
County political notes praise John Billheimer as a top state ticket pick and outline his reform plan. He proposes annual audits of building and loan associations and salaried bank examiners with expenses, aiming to boost public safety and tighten oversight.
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Effective Temperance Laws
A summary of temperance measures cracking down on drunkenness. It describes imprisoning intoxicated individuals until sobriety, requiring them to reveal last drink sources, and making sellers cover incarceration and rehabilitation costs. It argues saloons deter sales by targeting intoxication stages.
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The Supe Outcome at Cuban Elections
The Rt Wayne News reports on US troop presence at Cuban polls in May to secure the election. The piece warns that hostilities may surge as a new regime forms and the US may again intervene to safeguard business interests and civilians, hinting at a permanent protectorate.
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Signs of Spring Flood Local News Speak Warm Weather
The article notes a mild warm spell awakening animals and plants in Mitchell. It mentions bluebirds, robins, blooming flowers, budding shrubs, and early life about the White River valley. It also observes men turning to love and references local officials and a few names in passing.
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