Senator James E Watson’s reputation took a hit yesterday as Rev. E.S. Shumaker, superintendent of the Indiana Anti-Saloon League, came forward with allegations of misconduct. Shumaker claimed that Watson’s memory is faulty and that he had indeed seen Judge Gilliom, a key figure in the dry movement. The controversy surrounds Watson’s alleged attempt to coerce Judge Gilliom into a decision.
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Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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