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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1906
Page
2
EB. E. Kugn of Lenox Iowa announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for superintendent of schools at the upcoming Taylor County convention.
The announcement states W. W. Palmer enters the race for superintendent of schools, with candidacy subject to Republican voters in the June 8 primaries. Palmer aims to secure support from party voters in the upcoming primary election.
W A Harvey announces candidacy for Representative of Taylor county subject to Republican voters decision at their primaries June 8.
Dennis Hamblin enters the race for Representative of Taylor County, subject to Republican voters' decision at the June 8 primaries. He stands as a candidate in the party contest awaiting voter verdict.
North Taylor county residents announce James Edmunds as a candidate for representative in the upcoming primary on June 8. The notice identifies the Lincoln precinct area and urges participation in the election.
Dacy for Sheriff of Taylor county subject to the decision of the republican voters at their primaries to be held June 8. J. H. HUMPHREY.
W F Evans announces candidacy for Treasurer of Taylor county subject to Republican voters decision at the June 8 primaries.
A notice states K E Stephens files in the Recorder race with primaries set for June 8, outlining their candidacy and election timeline. The brief entry notes the candidate’s name and the upcoming voting date.
T. G. Stewart announces his candidacy for Clerk of the Courts of Taylor County subject to Republican voters at the June 8 primaries.
County attorney candidate M. R. Brant announces his run for the Republican nomination in Taylor County. He states the decision rests with GOP voters and outlines his bid for the office.
Wm. M. Jackson is presented as a candidate for the Republican nomination for county attorney, subject to the decision of Taylor County voters at the June 8 primaries.
W. D. Harris of Clayton Township enters the race for county auditor as a publican candidate, drawing support from voters in Taylor County.
Walter H. Lake is a candidate for county auditor pending the decision of Republican voters in Taylor County at the June 8 primaries.
W G Sharps seeks the Republican nomination for member of the board of supervisors subject to voters decision at the June 8 primaries. The notice outlines candidacy and electoral process for the upcoming election.
S. D. Hamilton of Mason township enters the race for member of the board of supervisors subject to voters at the Republican primary on June 8. The filing positions him as a candidate in the local election.
Wm. Allon is named for the supervisors with the decision resting in the Republican voters at their primaries on June 8. The candidates' names and election context reflect local party organization and voter participation in the upcoming primary.
Washington township resident Chas N Hargadin enters the race for the Taylor County board of supervisors to succeed C A Huss. Nomination subject to Republican voters at the June 8 primary.
Paul Hunter announces candidacy for member of the board of supervisors at the urging of Republican voters with primaries set for June 8. He lists Ross two as supporters.
The board of supervisors meets next Monday as the latest war desk tally shows Cummins with 617 delegates and Perkins with 488.
Contemporaries debate whether Union County Republicans are branded as traitors and party busters due to a progressive minority or if such epithets apply only where progressives are outmatched. The rhetoric underscores factional splits shaping local partisan dynamics.
The New Market Herald notes Harvey as a candidate of the people who cannot stomach Blythe's bossism. Supporters in the upcoming legislature election back Mr. Harvey to represent the people and gain a voice for reform.
The prompt asks how old Ann is in a loaded political accusation about party switching and loyalty. No concrete ages or biographical details are provided in the text.
The letter urges voters in Taylor County to back W A Harvey for representative, praising his consistent stance on the primary law, railroad rate legislation, anti pass, and related reforms. It notes his clear platform, broad support, and canvassing progress ahead of June 8 primary day. A second item discusses Union County Republicans forecasting anti monopoly sentiment and potential shifts against Hepburn with Thos Maxwell amid contested nominations.
Yesterday near the cemetery, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Flick and granddaughter Miss Maudie Beall of Gravity were in a carriage that horses bolted. The vehicle overturned. Mrs. Flick and Miss Beall suffered only slight bruises while Mr. Flick sustained serious injuries and was rendered unconscious. They were brought to Bedford with Dr Beachamp summoned. Mr. Flick showed some improvement but remained in serious condition.
The Creston Advertiser Gazette shows reduced participation in the campaign after receiving returns from the Union County convention. The paper notes it would otherwise be more active but is holding back until further developments.
A leading Republican claims the paper has done more to injure Hepburn in Taylor county than any other factor. The piece labels critics as traitors renegades and party busters, sparking ire among lifelong Republicans.
The Clarinda Herald notes Union county Republicans did not contest the state convention delegation as expected. The Advertiser had claimed Perkins would lead, and while a good fight occurred, the Cummins faction proved stronger. Shame on Union county.
Tur Dubuque county convention favored progressives. Fred Kretschmer leaves the state treasurer bid saying his candidacy would embroil Sen Allison. Reportedly offered a federal post to betray the delegation, raising fears of a major Iowa political scandal. The public awaits Congressmen Birdsall and the people to see the outcome.
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