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December 29, 1900
The Salt Lake Herald
Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah
What is this article about?
George M. Cannon emerges as a strong senatorial contender with support from Senator-elect Willis Johnson, S. H. Love, and Nephi Morris, who back him if he campaigns aggressively; friends anticipate his formal announcement soon.
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CANNON LOOMS UP.
George M. Reported to Be Gaining in Strength.
George M. Cannon is looming up lately as a senatorial possibility. The latest accession to his ranks is reported to be Senator-elect Willis Johnson of the Tenth district. In addition, S. H. Love and Nephi Morris are quoted as saying that they will support Mr. Cannon from start to finish if he concludes to get actively into the fight.
It is generally understood that Mr. Cannon is a candidate, although he has made no formal declaration to that effect. The activity of his friends lends color to the story that within the next few days he will make some definite announcement of his position. Should he start an aggressive campaign his friends believe he would have a good chance to land the position.
George M. Reported to Be Gaining in Strength.
George M. Cannon is looming up lately as a senatorial possibility. The latest accession to his ranks is reported to be Senator-elect Willis Johnson of the Tenth district. In addition, S. H. Love and Nephi Morris are quoted as saying that they will support Mr. Cannon from start to finish if he concludes to get actively into the fight.
It is generally understood that Mr. Cannon is a candidate, although he has made no formal declaration to that effect. The activity of his friends lends color to the story that within the next few days he will make some definite announcement of his position. Should he start an aggressive campaign his friends believe he would have a good chance to land the position.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Fortune Reversal
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Senatorial Candidate
George Cannon
Political Support
Utah Politics
What entities or persons were involved?
George M. Cannon
Willis Johnson
S. H. Love
Nephi Morris
Story Details
Key Persons
George M. Cannon
Willis Johnson
S. H. Love
Nephi Morris
Story Details
George M. Cannon is gaining support as a senatorial candidate, with Senator-elect Willis Johnson joining his ranks and S. H. Love and Nephi Morris pledging support if he enters the race actively. His friends expect him to announce soon and believe he has a good chance.