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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1908
Page
8
A compact reference outlining key facts about previous national political conventions and upcoming schedule, with emphasis on processes, major parties, and typical convention roles for delegates, speakers, and outcomes.
The Democrats require two thirds to nominate while Republicans need a simple majority. The Democrats adopted the two thirds rule at their first convention in 1832 and have kept it since. The unit rule also exists in Democratic conventions, forcing states to vote as a unit per the delegation’s majority, a rule Republicans have never adopted despite one failed 1880 attempt. Notable acclamations include Jackson 1832 and Lincoln 1864 among others.
Earl Kincaid twenty one son of Mr and Mrs Steve Kincaid committed suicide Saturday night by taking one and a half ounces of carbolic acid after buying it at drug stores. He talked of being wronged by friends and disappointment from a best friend. He died an hour after reaching a doctor. Funeral held at ten this morning. Crawfordsville Journal reports.
Wallace Chambers Carter James and Walter May of Jamestown paid fines for assault and related charges after a May 16 fight on a Ben Hur interurban near New Ross. Chambers faced 15 dollars plus 26.75 in costs, James 15 dollars plus 28.70, and May 10 dollars plus 23.50.
Orval Edmond Jackson aged one year nine months died Saturday in Covington from a cherry seed choking his throat. Efforts to relieve him failed. burial followed at Cox Cemetery after funeral at 12:30 pm Sunday. The report also includes an advertisement for Kodol for Dyspepsia sold by Burrin Drug Co.
A scattered town column lists visits and calls from residents including Melson in Lebanon Glen Mangus from Linden and Bernice Bratton New Ross. It notes band concerts and a 25 percent clothing sale at Harry Kessler Jamestown plus grocery deals at Caplinger’s. Community members attend visits and family gatherings across Crawfordsville Darlington Oxford and nearby towns.
A concise guide explains how the election machinery works for first time voters and returning electors. It covers registration steps, polling place checks, ballot handling, and the counting process, with emphasis on accurate ID requirements and equal access to voting information.
The text traces the party’s origin to 1854 with a Jackson Michigan convention. It notes the 1856 Pittsburgh convention platform opposing polygamy and slavery in territories, lists John C Fremont as first presidential candidate, Lincoln as next, and nine presidents overall including assassinations of Lincoln, Garfield, and McKinley, plus succession by Johnson, Arthur, and Roosevelt. It adds a postwar focus on a protective tariff.
A witty dialogue centers on a flirtatious offer with a playful reply. She jokes about his tasting judgment while keeping the moment light and suggestive. The banter highlights charm and mutual interest in a concise back and forth.
Cerl Miller states he has placed his books in the hands of Frank P. Routh for collection of accounts and asks for an early settlement.
DeWitt's kidney and bladder pills promise prompt relief by strengthening weakened kidneys and easing bladder inflammation. The Burrir Drug Co. sells this recommended remedy.
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