Chairman Yailor Poreman JR Seeks District Majority
The record notes a candidate named Yailor Poreman Jr aiming to gain a district majority. The text indicates this would place him as a second choice with district peace approval.
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1912
Page
4
The record notes a candidate named Yailor Poreman Jr aiming to gain a district majority. The text indicates this would place him as a second choice with district peace approval.
The Gustine picnic drew large crowds from across the country with speeches music baseball balloon ascension and ample refreshments. Comanche contributed a part while Gustine residents welcomed visitors and hosted guests including a newlywed couple as the event returned strong attendance and good spirits.
Elaborate preparations are under way for the annual Indian Sap picnic to be held July 12 and 13 at the Cowhouse grounds on Cowhouse Creek. Community residents pledge a bigger and better event with camping, amusements, and several prominent State speakers drawing crowds each year.
The Presbyterian Church announces Sabbath School at 9 45 a m and Congregational Services at 11 00 a m on the upcoming Sabbath as the regular worship timetable.
A notice seeks a man with teams and tools to break 125 acres of stubble fourteen miles northwest of town. Oscar Calloway notes the appeal. The text also mentions a Monday night gathering on July first at the Baptist church with a topic by Reverend It.
A rambunctious observer arrives in Baltimore for the Democratic convention. He describes early scenes, meets J Ham Lewites and public figures like Champ Clark and Wilson, and notes quick political buzz and a looming drink-fueled deadline. The author predicts excitement and warns of a possible "egraft" outbreak if denied a drink in ten minutes.
The Ellis County Herald urges Joe Lancaster for Congressman-at-large, asserting his Panhandle and Ellis County support. It notes his early field position, deliberation by rivals, and calls for a solid vote from his former neighbors and home section.
Hon. Joseph E. Lancaster of Plainview toured Waco this week meeting old friends and gaining support for his candidacy for Congressman at large. His longtime ally Hon. F. M. Maxwell backs Lancaster, while Amaraillo Judge Browning looms as a potential disruptor to Panhandle representation. The Denison Herald notes Lancaster leads the field as Northwest Texas worries over district dynamics.
The Houston Post notes Joe Lancaster has shaken hands with more people than any other Texas candidate in the race for Congressman at large. It suggests uncertainty about election results but highlights Lancaster's memorable public presence.
The Clarendon News endorses Judge Joe E. Lancaster as a strong nominee for congressman at large. It lauds his qualifications, integrity and varied career as teacher, businessman, lawyer, judge, banker and town builder, predicting an easy victory.
Judge Joe E. Lancaster of Plainview Hale County and former Ellis County judge visits the city to promote his candidacy for Congress at large. He conducts a steady canvass described as very successful.
Judge Lancaster of Plainview argues for one Panhandle candidate in the at large congressional race and says his early campaign created broad Panhandle sentiment. He reveals Judge Browning joined the race Jan 15 and asserts fairness demands letting Browning continue solo from the Panhandle. The Denton Record and Chronicle endorses Lancaster and Northwest Texas support.
Hon. Joe EB Lancaster of Plainview tours the state backing his bid for Congressman at large. Once a Waxahachie resident, he helped develop western Texas and has earned favorable press coverage. He noted Cleburne already fields a candidate, with each man aiming for a seat.
Hon. Joe E. Lancaster of Plainview establishes campaign HQ in Dallas as he vows a determined bid for the at large congressional seat. His platform calls for more business in politics and less politics in business, a line favored by the Quanah Tribune Chief.
The Tulia Herald endorses Judge Joe E. Lancaster of Plainview as a top candidate for Congressman at large. He is a self made, competent, long time Ellis county resident now based in the Central Plains, with strong Democratic Jeffersonian views and broad support for West Texas progress.
The Kaufman Post notes Mr. Lancaster of Plainview, a candidate for Congressman-at-large, is in Kaufman and expected to receive strong support. He and local townsperson G. S. Phillips are former schoolmates, and Lancaster is described as working with vim for the Plainview statesman.
The candidate for congressman at large drew support from Judge Lancaster who impressed local readers. He has already traveled over 8,000 miles on his canvass and admits he cannot visit half of the state’s counties before the primaries.
Hon. Joe E. Lancaster of Plainview campaigned as Congressman at large, calling at the News office Thursday. He planned to spend the night in Honey Grove then proceed to Greenville to hear Ramsey speak on Saturday, hoping to build support in the area.
Judge Joe E. Lancaster of Plainview, a popular Panhandle candidate, visited Bowie last Thursday. Locals who met him believe he is among the twenty plus candidates who should receive the nomination for congressman at large.
Hon Joe E Lancaster of Plainview visits Hill County to meet voters and present his claim for the state at large congressional nomination. A Waxahachie native and longtime lawyer now based in Plainview, he seeks Democratic support, counting on local goodwill and Ellis county ties to aid his candidacy.
Hon Joe E Lancaster of Plainview Texas campaigned for Congress at large. endorsed by Plainview residents and the Plainview Chamber of Commerce. He conducted an active statewide canvass and met many locals who praised his candidacy.
A congressional at large candidate called at the office recently with two old friends Olney Davis and Johnston. The judge approves the candidacy and the district community notes his strong backing from Ellis Lancaster and nearby ranching residents.
The Comanche Rebekahs dominated the Brady gathering this week winning honors on every proposition. Attendance was strong, and Comanche rejoiced in the success fueled by the group’s prior glories. Officers re elected include W D Carroll President Miss Rouble Ellis Treasurer and Miss Dora Palmer Secretary.
A fragmentary column discusses Cleopatra like influence as a dangerous beauty and political charm. It warns that leaders swayed by gilded opinions and vanity risk downfall, comparing seductive rhetoric to a venomous serpent in public life.
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