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Dates: during 1923-1923
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...play with matches, but they have no intention of committing arson. They capitalize politically the popular emotion which can be inflamed by an appeal for independence. They do not want an unsuccessful attempt at revolution. They want the Philippine Government placed in the hands of Filipinos?in their own hands???by the appointment of a Filipino Governor or by independence...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: THE CABINET: Weeks, Wood, Que-Os | 10/29/1923 | See Source »

Until President Coolidge's course of action begins to develop all vaticination is guesswork. There is but one fact evident at this time: The reins of power are in new hands??? hands that were previously active, but have lately been idle. The personality of Calvin Coolidge has slept in the Chair of the Senate. Has it awakened...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Reins of Power | 8/13/1923 | See Source »

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