The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1910-08-18
JOHNSON READY
FOR final Fight
Curry, Gillett, Stanton and
Meserve Offer to Help Nom
inee Win at Polls

with the dominant ambition of GUST
ing the Southern Pacific railroad from
the governmental affairs of the state
OF California, Hiram W. Johnson. re-
publican nominee for governor. within
a few weeks will begin his campaign
for the final goal. being supported in
the contest by Curry, Governor Gillett.
Stanton and many of his opponents at
the primaries. What other policies he
will advocate he does not know at pres
ent. nor will Inc discuss any others.
Foremost is his avowed declaration
of crushing William f. Herrin politi-
cally in California. and, in the face of
the overwhelming vote cast for him
Tuesday, his utterances and general
attitude show him possessed of a deep
confidence that he will be elected gov
ernor.
There's just one idea, politically and
governmentally, in my campaign" he
said. in discussing the situation yester-
day, land that is to carry out the work
to which dedicated myself last March
when l entered this contest-to rid the
state of the political interference of
Mr.. Herrin and the Southern Pacific"
What other questions or policies that
crossed. he made it evident, would be
subservient to this one issue; that
while he would be willing 10 meet them
as they arose they would in no wise
hinder him in his first purpose.
CURRY OFFERS SUPPORT
Among the first 10 offer congratula-
tions TO him yesterday was Curry, who
telephoned> him at his office. The two
had long, pleasant chat, during which
Curry. after extending his good wishes
to his successful rival, unhesitatingly
offered his help and support. On the
heels of Curry's message came words
of congratulation and support from
Governor Gillett, Philip A Stanton and
Edwin A. Meserve. The messages
pleased Johnson greatly, particularly
the one from Curry.
Mr.. Curry had nothing but the most
pleasant words for me- he said, and
appreciate them greatly"
The generally avowed intent on the
part of the genuine leaders of the re-
publicans to support Johnson elimi-
mated, to a large extent, a feeling of
doubt that existed at his headquarters
in regard to this phase of the forth
coming campaign. Johnson returned
the sentiment of friendship which was
extended to him. He said:
Without any enmity or ami
mostly the remaining half Of my
task expect to accomplish. Yes
terday's victory practically kicks
Mr.. Herrin and the Southern Pa
Gitic out. of the republican panty.
The part of the undertaking That
yet remains is to eliminate Mr..
Herrin and the Southern Pacific
from California's government.
In continuing the work we will.
gladly of course, welcome all those
who will honestly strive with US
for the same purpose. This is a
great work that is ours TO do for
our state, and the primary cleo
ton demonstrated that it can and
will be accomplished.
This was the point on which I
made the fight at the primary
election, and my forthcoming cam
same same lines. AS to the details of
the fight 1 can not say anything at =
present except this: d expect to
a short rest est in n the e. country and
will be absent about a week.
Shortly after my return I will start
campaig ning, but what my plans
will be 1 have not yet decided.
presume. however, that. generally
Speaking. they will be the same
as during the primary fight.
GILLETT SENDS MESSAGE
Gilletts telegram to Johnson was as
follows:
Congratulate you upon your great
victory. Am ready 10 campaign state
for you to help make your election sure
My congratulations upon your Vie
tory, telegraphed Stanton. assure
you of my fealty to your candidacy.
Meserve telegraphed at length, saw
ing: Please accept my sincere and
hearty congratulations. L had hoped
that my fellow townsman and nefr hbor
Hon. Phil A. stanton, might realize his
ambition, hut the members of our party
have decreed otherwise, and L bow TO
that decree, and am now for you as the
choice of our party with all L can do
to make your victory I'm November m.
tremendous and emphatic as that of
yesterday.