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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1898
Page
1
The article proclaims a innovative Republican county convention marking a notable development in local party organization. It discusses procedural changes and potential impacts on candidate selection and political engagement within the community.
The Chehalis county convention, amid a lean turnout from country districts, debated fusion tactics between Republicans and Gold Democrats. A secret caucus, chaired by W. H. Bush and others, outlined a campaign plan after suspending ordinary proceedings. Nominees were chosen for assessor, auditor, clerk, and several county offices, with several races decided by narrow margins and party machinery evident throughout.
County News reports Hughes moved his family to Grays Harbor seeking cheaper rents while J Simpson plans a new residence at Sth and K Streets. Edna Pearl Harper wed Miles Holman last Saturday in a simple family ceremony officiated by Rev C Hiciating. The piece notes a difficult illness and the death of a local figure. A race track and fair grounds project promises six hundred dollars in prizes, doubling last year’s. Various property moves and a real estate mill proposition are mentioned as Montesano seeks regional prominence.
Montesano citizens prepare for the Fourth Annual tournament on Sept 29 to Oct 1. The program lists horse races, bicycle races, a base ball match Shelton vs Aberdeen, and a dance at the Rink. Purse money ranges up to $80 with various entry fees and schedule noted.
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