The Bailey Controversy in Texas, With Lessons From the Political Life-story of a Fallen Idol ..; Volume 1

Published in 1912, this book provides an inside look at the political intrigues surrounding the Bailey-Dillard senatorial campaign of 1906 in Texas. Written by William Alexander Cocke, a journalist and political commentator, the book traces the rise and fall of Joseph Weldon Bailey, a powerful and charismatic politician who ultimately met with scandal and defeat. Drawing on personal interviews, newspaper accounts, and other sources, Cocke offers a cautionary tale for anyone interested in the complex world of American politics.

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