The Butler Weekly Times Newspaper, September 25, 1913, Page 8

Dickinson Writes House of Representatives, Washington, September 22, 1913. My Dear Sir:— —, { It had been my hope and desire that I could spend this summer and fall at home and in the Sixth District and it was my purpose to mingle with the people of the dis- trict and discuss with them the mat- ters of national interest. Since I was elected on the first'day of February, 1910, I have been almost constantly here in Washington, with Congress in session, not only in the winter and spring months, but most of the sum- mer. Last year we did not adjourn till the 27th day of August, and this year, even though it is a special ses- sion, it now looks like we will be here till late in the fall. The regular or long session commences on the first Monday in December and will probably, as is usual with regular sessions, last till late innext summer. Because of these conditions that prevent me from coming home and getting into personal touch with those whom I am trying earnestly to rep- resent, I am prompted to write you.a letter and to call your attention to the fact that my- post of duty is here, and for that reason, I cannot go about through the district and mingle with the people as I would like to and dis- cuss with them personally national questions of interest to us all. I was elected on the first day of February, 1910, in one of the most notable special elections ever held in our country. The issues upon which it was fought was the Payne-Aldrich Tariff Bill, the endorsement of the Taft Administration, and Cannonism. The fiercely fought contest attracted the attention of the entire United States and was a distinct victory for the Democratic Party. The election of the Congressman from the Sixth District was the first expression by the people on these issues and gave emphatic testimony against further dominance by special interests over the affairs of this nation. Other vic- tories quickly followed. Speaker Cannon was dethroned and driven from Congress. Champ Clark of Mis- souri now fills with honor the place of Speaker, so long held by Joseph Cannon. A Republican Congress in both branches gave way to a Demo- cratic Congress, with a majority of Democrats in both the House and Senate, anda Republican President, with. his numerous patronage, was swept from power and a Democratic President in the person of Woodrow Wilson became the Chief Executive ofthe Nation with power to name Democrats instead of Republicans for office, restrained only by the Civil Service laws. The Sixth District of Missouri is en- titled to the credit of having won a moet notable fight. . In that contest sefving you, I have appreciated and this service I have been willing to perform. What has been accomplished in the less than four years since I have been your agent and representative? Some great popular rights have been as- serted and written into the law. The Federal Constitution has been amended in two important respects. The right to tax large incomes, so that the incomes of the wealthy class may help to bear the burdens of government has been written in the fundamental law of the land, and the | election of United States Senators by direct vote of the people has also been provided for by a change in the Constitution of the United States. The Federal Statutes has been so changed, that what is known as the Corrupt Practice Act has become a part of the laws of the United States, limiting the amount that any candi- date can spend to secure his election, and making the amount for Missouri candidates the same as provided by Missouri laws, and requiring that they make public the amount of their expenses, the end in view being to preserve the purity of elections and to debar from public office those who would corrupt the ballot and pur- chase their election. A law providing for the physical valuation of Railroads has been pass- ed, looking to the adjustment of freight rates, in the interest of the masses, whether farmers, merchants or shippers, so that the producers of wealth may not be unduly discrimin- ated against by excessive freight charges. A reduction of the tariff by the passage of a tariff for revenue is about to be passed in place of the Payne-Aldrich Bill, seeing to lower the high wall of protection and lower the prices of manufactured goods and seeking to prevent monopoly and unlawful combinations, and to re- lieve wherever possible, the heavy burdens, that unduly press down up- on labor and those who have been compelled to buy trust and monopoly controlled goods. Many articles will goon thefreelist, including free sugar untaxed by tariff charges, expecting thereby more pounds for thedollar. A Tariff Bill will shortly be passed and become a law. The promises of the Democratic party are being redeemed. A Currency Bill is now before Congress backed by a Democratic administration. The object and pur- pose of which is to prevent recur- rénce of panics and to furnish abund- ant money to meet the needs of the producing public at the times of the year when the demands for money are more urgent. The purpose of this Currency Bill-is to enable the government to reasonably control]: ‘the currency of the country in the interest of the people, rather than you all, as 1 w tike,. Congress, Democ His Constituents cuiipalied &6 be bere. The honor of| branches, has taken the Congress which was Republi both branches. Democrats dup installed in office jn place of lican officials, except-where hel by Civil Service laws. - The delay in the tariff legislation due at this extra session to the in the senate where a strong Repub- | lican opposition has retarded ‘the forts of the Democrats to pass, a tari bill, that passed the house in abou one month after the special session was called to pass a revenue tariff bill. Itis hoped that the same will shortly become a law. Thope to be able to spend a few weeks at home and in the district be- fore the regular session commences in December. It is my present in- tention to be a candidate for nomina- tion for Congress at the next Demo-' cratic primary, feeling that my ser- vice and experience here here have better fitted me to serve the district that has honored me. I know that I may have opposition in the person of others anxious to come to congress. I had hoped they would be willing to delay their ambition for a while. Post Office controvercies, perhaps, help to invite them into the contest. Per- sonal desires to hold these places are commendable, yet only one man can be recommended or appointed, and most Democrats, I feel satisfied, are more interested in the triumph of Democratic principles and in good government, than in the mere selec- tion of someone for Postmaster. WhileIam here in Washington, endeavoring to discharge the duties of the high office accorded me by the generous support of yourself and par- ty associates, and for that reason un- able to go about the district and per- sonally see you, I feel that you will be fair in your judgment of my con- duct and will not heed unjust criti- cism by others. I want to thank you for your friendly attitude in the past and invite you to write.me on any subject at any time, and I will be glad to have your views on any pub- lic or personal matter, making any suggestions or criticisms as you see fit, so that I may get your !viewpoint. Begging pardon for the length of this communication and with kindest regards and best wishes, I am, Very truly yours C. C. Dickinson. Mulberry and Western Bates. Mrs. L. M. Braden visited with her son, John H. Braden, and family at Amsterdam Tuesday. Messrs. J. H. Leiner and Ekke Taute helped M. Wiemers build a summer kitchen the fore part of the week. = M. H. Meinen and son, Henry, were callers at Dr. J. C. Sageser’s Thurs- day evening. Miss Hazel Caldwell visited with Mary Knox Saturday and Sunday. Miss Inez Beck was a guest of ' Fay Stilwell Sunday. Frank Hennon is tearing down his old house and will use it in building a new cottage on his. farm east of Amoret. John Phibbs treated Rambler and family to a fine mess of peaches Fri- day. Frank Payne happened to fall while at work on his farm one day last week and broke seven ribs. He is getting along alright. Ruby Albin was a guest at H. J. Mager’s Sunday. Harlan Porter, wife and two chil- yg visited at Fred C. Ewbanks Sun- lay. Dr. J. C. Sageser was a caller at Peter Morwood’s Thursday. E. E. Booi traded his two farms in| ‘ Homer township for a farm near Osceola, Iowa, and will move to the Hawkeye state March Ist. + Claud Morwood was around buy- ing live stock for the Kansas City | tunch. Monday. _ARGENBRIGHT’S FEED YARD: POSTPONED TO ednesday, October 8, 1913 On Account of State, Fair at aie : C. E. ROBBINS, is uke Monday where they were closing up their land trades. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Gardner of Butler were visitors at Mrs. Rose A. Gardner’s Sunday. Hensley and Walker shipped a car| / Amsterdam From the Enterprise. Dr. Robison reports the arrival of a fine boy atthe home of’ Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mills. Luther Gwin and family left for _C.H. ARGENBRIGHT, Manager John Gwin had a very painful ae- cident last week while fixing a corn binder the horses started, catching his hand in the binder and taking off the middle finger at the first joint and mashing the third finger. pn Shannon & Bell brought in a gas of fat stock to the Kansas City mark- R, | Kansas “ last ‘e pretend etd wellat the Corbin Club housenear Mer- expects to work at the carpenter | win last week estimated at 60 pounds et Monday night. RAMBLE! Eastern Bates. Mr. and Mrs, G. W. Quick and Mir. | and Mrs. John Borum visited Mr. and Mrs. George Borum. Mrs. Clyde Chapin and Mrs. A. M. Brown of near Hudson was present at the Women’s Social Club meeting held at Mrs. W. E. Vansant’s, Thurs- day afternoon. Mrs. Chapin gave a talk-on-these organizations for women for the betterment and uplifting of each community. Her talk was very instructive and interesting. Miss Maud Hartle of Eldorado Springs is visiting this week with relatives and friends. Lee Reese received word last week from Los Angelos that his daughter Mrs. Deloris Snodgrass was serious- ly ill. Another word came later that she was a little better. Mrs. Snod- grass is well known in this commun- ity and her many friend wishes her a speedy recovery. There wasa good crowd at the Administrator’s saleof J. C. Young. Everything sold well. Col. f. A. Beard of Mound Valley Kan., came in'last week and rented one of Wm. McCormack’s houses until spring and will move back in about 10 days. Farmers are very busy vate wheat ground and sowing wheat. Wesley Silvers has the typhoid fever. John Anthony met with a serious accident last Wednesday while work- ing on the roads. He started to break a rock with a pick, a piece of the steel, } inch thick, flew off the pick and struck his eye. It cut through the lid and lodged in the ball. He was taken to the hospital early Sat- urday morning and had the ball re- moved. Mis wife, Dr. Fletcher and Albert Hurbbard accompanied him. Word was received Tuesday. that he was getting along very well. Rev. Wilbur Mills returned home Tnesday from the conference at Ne- vada. He will be sent to New Mexi- co. ‘: The infant son of Joe West who has been very low, is reported to be improving. Mr. and Mrs, R. E. Waldner’s little girl, who has been quite sick, is bet- ter at this writing. be i Chas. Gibbs will hold a public sale aoe: O. J. Radford will serve » Mrs. Carl Ludwick, now st Los trade. Success is our wish. pressure. 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