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June 24, 1906
The Richmond Palladium
Richmond, Wayne County, Indiana
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Ohio Governor Harris expresses reluctance to dismiss Democratic holdover appointees, citing their limited prior patronage gains and public support for their positions, amid Republican pressure on the penitentiary. He demurs on 1908 gubernatorial run.
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Will Not Rush into the "Firing" Business, It Is Declared.
KIND TO THE DEMOCRATS
HE THINKS THEY GOT BUT LITTLE PATRONAGE OUT OF THE BIG VICTORY LAST NOVEMBER. AND IS CONSIDERATIVE.
[Publishers' Press]
Columbus, O., June 23.—Governor Harris is said to be reluctant to remove any of the late Mr. Pattison's appointees. He is reported to be of the opinion that the Democrats got little enough patronage following their big victory last fall. His views became noised about today and as a result it is considered likely that pressure will be brought to bear upon him to change his mind, particularly with reference to the penitentiary. The big prison is now in the hands of Republican employes, but as at present constituted, the board is Democratic and the whole number of Republicans, from deputy warden down, including 15 guards, could be swept out at once, were the board of a mind to act. However, the board is at the mercy of the Governor. He can demand the resignations of its members whenever he pleases. The Republicans are particularly anxious to hold the big prison as a political asset. Recently the Democratic board appointed a Democratic warden and secretary, but all the other employes are Republicans. The new Governor is believed to have come to the conclusion that the Democrats appointed by Pattison are entitled to their places and also that public sentiment thinks they should enjoy the benefits of their offices.
Governor Harris was pressed repeatedly today to say whether he would be a candidate for Governor in 1908. He made this statement this evening: "If pressed for an answer, I would have to say I am not now of the opinion that I will be a candidate. I am not looking to the future now, except to hope to perform my duties in a way to gain the approval of the people."
KIND TO THE DEMOCRATS
HE THINKS THEY GOT BUT LITTLE PATRONAGE OUT OF THE BIG VICTORY LAST NOVEMBER. AND IS CONSIDERATIVE.
[Publishers' Press]
Columbus, O., June 23.—Governor Harris is said to be reluctant to remove any of the late Mr. Pattison's appointees. He is reported to be of the opinion that the Democrats got little enough patronage following their big victory last fall. His views became noised about today and as a result it is considered likely that pressure will be brought to bear upon him to change his mind, particularly with reference to the penitentiary. The big prison is now in the hands of Republican employes, but as at present constituted, the board is Democratic and the whole number of Republicans, from deputy warden down, including 15 guards, could be swept out at once, were the board of a mind to act. However, the board is at the mercy of the Governor. He can demand the resignations of its members whenever he pleases. The Republicans are particularly anxious to hold the big prison as a political asset. Recently the Democratic board appointed a Democratic warden and secretary, but all the other employes are Republicans. The new Governor is believed to have come to the conclusion that the Democrats appointed by Pattison are entitled to their places and also that public sentiment thinks they should enjoy the benefits of their offices.
Governor Harris was pressed repeatedly today to say whether he would be a candidate for Governor in 1908. He made this statement this evening: "If pressed for an answer, I would have to say I am not now of the opinion that I will be a candidate. I am not looking to the future now, except to hope to perform my duties in a way to gain the approval of the people."
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Social Manners
What keywords are associated?
Political Patronage
Governor Harris
Democratic Appointees
Ohio Penitentiary
1908 Candidacy
What entities or persons were involved?
Governor Harris
Mr. Pattison
Where did it happen?
Columbus, O.
Story Details
Key Persons
Governor Harris
Mr. Pattison
Location
Columbus, O.
Event Date
June 23
Story Details
Governor Harris is reluctant to remove Democratic appointees from the previous administration, believing they received little patronage after their victory, and considers public sentiment favoring their retention. Pressure may arise to change this, especially regarding the penitentiary. He declines to confirm candidacy for 1908.