Method of Selecting Delegates to National Conventions
The article explains delegate basis for Republican and Democratic national conventions. Each state gets two delegates per electoral vote, electors equal to senators and representatives. Territorial delegates: Democratic six, Republican two. Delegates from states chosen at state and district conventions. territorial delegates via same method. Alternates are honorary substitutes. The primary system is a direct vote by the people ratified by a convention.
Local News and Social Happenings in Jamestown Area
A blend of community notices and ads includes band concerts, visiting relatives, and local sales. Highlights mention Zona and Cecil Wall visiting, Caplinger’s grocery deals on corn and mason jars, 25 percent clothing reductions at Harry Kessler, and a sermon at M E church. Also notes about Enquirer style ads and Kodol for Dyspepsia from Burrin Drug Co.
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Harry Kessler
Jamestown
Whitsett at work as harvests start and travel notices
George Whitsett works for Snow Stansell while at home in hay harvest. Mrs. Art Adams and baby visit her parents Mr and Mrs John Whitsett in town this week. Stomach troubles rise in summer and Kodol advertised as a digestion aid sold by Burrin Drug Co. A dog named Stoten seeks a $5 reward after last Sunday night. DeWitt's Witch Hazel salve praised for quick healing of cuts and piles. Franklin township Democratic convention reports Isaac Carrick beating Adam Carrick for trustee with Charles Elmore chosen township assessor.
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Art Adams
Baby
Indianapolis
John Whitsett
Shandondele
Franklin Township
Isaac Carrick
Adam Carrick
Charles Elmore
Deafness Cure Claim By Catarrh Remedies
An advertisement argues deafness results from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and nasal mucous surfaces. It claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures nine in ten cases and offers one hundred dollars for cases not cured, with mail circulars and product recommendations.
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Hall
Election Primer for New Voters and Ola
A concise guide outlining key elements of the election process for first time voters. It explains registration steps, polling place expectations, ballot types, and how to cast a secure ballot. It emphasizes deadlines, ID requirements, and where to seek official information.
Origins and early leaders of the Republican Party
The text traces the party’s 1854 origin in Jackson Michigan, the 1856 Pittsburgh convention platform opposing polygamy and slavery, and lists its first presidential candidate John C. Fremont. It notes Lincoln’s 1860 nomination and 1864 victory, nine presidents including assassinations of Lincoln, Garfield, and McKinley, and postwar protectionist tariff policy.
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Jackson
Mich
Pittsburg
Congress
United States
Abraham Lincoln
Chicago
Stephen A. Douglas
Democracy
Lincoln
George B. McClellan
Johnson
Grant
Hayes
Garfield
Arthur
Benjamin Harrison
McKinley
Roosevelt
Notice of Books Placed With Frank P Routh for Collection
Carl Miller states he has placed his accounts with Frank P. Routh for collection and asks for an early settlement.
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Frank P. Routh
Carl Miller
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Endorsement
A claim that DeWitts kidney and bladder pills quickly strengthen weak kidneys and ease bladder inflammation. Advertising note says they are recommended everywhere and sold by Burrin Drug Co.
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DeWitt
Burrin Drug Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
Chas. E. McClaine
Gents Ladies and Children
Dean & McGonaughy
Vescyane
Zona
Cecil Wall
Oakes Hall
M. E
Mary Spencer
Caplinger's
Carrie Beaver
James Ashwell
Lebanon
Caplinger’s Grocery
Lora Wall
Whitevank’s
Edith Leeke
Fall and Family of
Cleo Caplinger
Charles Farlow
Thomas Hicks
Pear North Salem
Kate Jackson
Jefferson Township
Christian Church
Dover
Samuel M. Ralston
The
Hustler
George Whitsett
Snow Stansell
Stoten
Jobo Whitsett
DeWitt’s
Utrin Drug Co
F.J. Cheney & GO
Toledo
7Ic
Ola
Republican Party
John C. Fremont
James Buchanan
Trustee's Office
Otice
Pereby Sven
Offfide
Samestown
Bank of Advance
Tuteday
Sarah
New England
Wriier
Richard G. Badger
Boston
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