The Democratic primary in Texas on July 22 will afford the first opportunity since 1926 for the party to flip Texas into the Democratic column. The Democrats have been basing hopes on success in the run-off because of factional dissension in the Republican ranks, a feeling of resentment against the national administration, and the belief that many Republicans will vote the Democratic ticket to rebuke Hoover. The Republicans, on the other hand, expect to profit from Democratic disunity, and are counting on a certain amount of support from disgruntled Democrats. The outcome will be watched with interest all over the country, for a Democratic victory in Texas would hearten the party nationally, and a Republican triumph would be interpreted as an omen of national success in November. The run-off primary will be held on July 22, and the result will be made known on July 23. In all probability, the Democrats will nominate a candidate for governor, and the Republicans will name a second choice. If the Democrats agree among themselves, the nominee will be either Congressman Dan Moody or former Governor Pat M. Neff, both of whom are strong men. If they do not agree, the choice may fall upon some dark horse. The Republicans are likely to choose either Earle B. Mayfield of Dallas or Judge William Pollard of Fort Worth. Both are experienced politicians, and both have been active in state affairs. The winner in the run-off will be the Democratic standardbearer in the November election.
Original dispatch: Will the Texas primary run-off give Democrats a chance to flip the state?