Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-07-21
NOMINEE COX

Governor Cox statements regard
ing Republican campaign funds and
Mis- pledge of Democratic conduct
were made in a half-hour address
upon the retirement On former
Chairman Cummings and induction
| of Chairman White.
1--WE purpose to deal with eminent
good faith with the electorate with
reference to platform pledges" said
Gov. Cox, who was cheered re-
peatedly.
I'VE mean to let every man and
woman understand where every dol
lar comes from and for what pur-
pose it is spent. We not only urge
that as matter of high principle,
but in order to guarantee the tri-
umph OF our cause.
Wants Voters to Know
I'VE do not want publication of
expenditures after election. We want
the voters to be fully advised as to
every circumstance of the collection
and expenditure of funds in order
that when democracy continues its
duty it assumes it without any obli-
cation except the conscience God
gave US.
Let US make up a budget that
will carry the fullest details, render
an accounting weekly or monthly.
And more than that: All shall
insist on the senatorial committee
investigating funds continuing in ses-
sion until the ballots have been
closed in November
Conjures Up Bio Fund
"You all know full we'll" Governor
Cox continued. that a campaign
fund sufficient to stagger the sensi-
bilities of the nation is now being
formed. If they believe that is
proper, God speed them in their en-
terprise. 1t will be one of our chief
assets in the campaign"
Governor Cox asked the National
Committee members to take as
surance to all local organization
leaders and also the men in the
front trenches that the platform of
| the Democratic party is a promis-
sary note"
II shall see." he said. that it is
paid in full, every dollar and every
cent
Confident of Victory
I'VE enter the campaign, not hope
fully" he continued. but in the alb
solute confidence of victory. because
we deserve to win. We are confident
because we have fought for progress
before and we have met and con-
quered reaction before. The strong
| hold before US is not new to us. Nor
| is there anything new in the antag-
onist before US, (Senator Harding,
the Republican candidate) magnifi-
cent gentleman that he is, our friend
and neighbor. In 1912 he fought for
the cause of reaction. We won be-
cause we stood for progress. And
we shall win again.
Il will carry the cause to the peo-
ple," said Governor Cox in conclu-
sion. I'VE are not ashamed of the
doctrines we proclaim. l assure them
that as God gives me strength, 1 will
justify the confidence that has been
reposed in me-"
Democratic Cards on Table
Mr.. Roosevelt. referring to Gov
ernor Cox statement regarding cam
paign funds said the Democrats
| would lay all cards on the table, in
Guiding campaign funds"
II hope the other party will see
not only the wisdom but the good
American spirit in not hiding. it's
light under a bushel," said Mr.
Roosevelt, who returned to Wash
ington tonight.
Governor Cox and Mr.. Roosevelt
praised the services of the retiring
chairman, Mr.. Cummings, the for
mer stating that = Mr. Cummings
every voter, would make a campaign
unnecessary.
Cummings Thanked
Mr.. Cummings in retiring, was
voted thanks of the committee and
stated that he had long wished to be
relieved of the chairmanship duties.
He commended Chairman Whites
election. stating Mr.. White was per-
sonal friend of President Wilson.
Mr.. White said he would an
nounce his campaign plans later and
urged united party assistance.
IN this campaign" said the new
chairman, men and not dollars are
going to count. Democracy is not on
the defensive but ready to charge
against the enemy"
White RooseveIt's Choice
Mr.. Whites choice, Governor Cox
stated, was the suggestion Of Mr..
Roosevelt. 1t was made in confer
ences between the candidates and a
sub committee from the National
body lasting nearly all day.
Resignation of Mr. Moore from the
National Committee was part of the
negotiations.
The new chairman is forty eight
years of age and was assistant to Mr..
Moore during Governor Cox conven-
ton campaign. His home is at Mar
ietta. which district he represented in
Congress for three terms. Previously
he had served from 1905 to 1908 in
the Ohio legislature. In Congress he
served on several important commit
tees succeeding Governor Cox on the
Appropriations Committee.
Mr.. White was born and reared in
Elpira, N. Y. He was graduated from
Princeton University while President
Wilson was a professor.
New Manager is "Dry"
Mr.. White said today he was a
dry" on prohibition affairs.
In electing Mr.. White chairman, the
National Committee reelected all
other officers including Wilbur Marsh
Of Iowa, treasurer and E. G. Hoffman
of Indiana, secretary. The commit
tee also added Miss Charlie Williams
OF Tennessee, to the vice chairman