Word: governments
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...other sprang a new spirit of confidence and all that that made possible. Today the Cabinet of Sacred Union is more united than ever. We have only one regret-that the same union does not exist in the corridors of the Chamber. We will continue to govern with whatever majority follows us. We desire it to be as large as possible, but we shall be faithful to those who are faithful to us. We will exclude none but those who exclude themselves." Swayed by the bold words, the Chamber voted confidence 455 to 126, fooled prophets...
According to the plans announced by the Harvard Democratic Club, the convention will be conducted under the same rules that govern the procedure of the Democratic national convention, the audience being split into delegations from the various states with a chairman leading each one. Measures are now being taken to prevent a preponderance of Eastern delegates at the expense of those from the West; it is planned that state representation should be approximately equal...
...point out that the colony has the capacity to meet the responsibilities involved in their release from United States control. The visitors deplored the growing American imperialistic tendency. They believe that the time has now come for complete independence. The Philippines have reached a point where they can govern themselves: besides, the strong-armed protection by the United States has a weakening effect upon the islanders...
...contesting his seat in Pennsylvania's 14th District. The meeting was in Canton, Pa., Mr. McFadden's home town, last fortnight. The Cantonese are not very particular about liquor and smoking, even for women, but Mrs. Pinchot is running Dry, like her militant husband who used to govern Pennsylvania (1923-27). Mrs. Pinchot is running as a thoroughgoing lady...
...numerous riots and demonstrations against them. Their mission is to recommend, after much further study, what additional measure of sovereignty shall be extended to Indians. Last week Sir John struck a significant keynote when he said: "The Commission will recommend no sweeping changes in the Indian form of Government. The Indian people are not yet ready for a large measure of independence, but we will suggest many minor changes in order to encourage them to govern themselves...