Clarion Ledger, January 23, 1890

Clarion Ledger, January 23, 1890

A NEW CONSTITUTION.

OPINIONS OF SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES.

Various Expressions as to the Advisability of Holding a Constitutional Convention – Opinions Differ Exceedingly.

The CLARION-LEDGER continues its interviews with members of the Legislature regarding a Constitutional Convention.

One hundred and eighteen members of the House were interviewed. Of the number 48 favored calling the Convention by the Legislature; 13 favored submitting the call to the people; 47 opposed the Convention; 10 were non-committal; 2 were absent:

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Hon. John F. Harris, of Washington: “I am opposed to a Convention.”

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