Fragmented 19th Century Election and War Tidbits
A jumble of political names and positions is listed for local offices as references to sheriffs magistrates and constables. The piece then shifts to assorted wartime notes including Philippine casualties and the Buena Vista remains being moved to Texas. It mentions Chinese labor and laundries, Cuba annexation debates, and Gen Wood with a cautious view on Cuban independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Root
Cuba
Cabana
Wood
Washington
Ths
Cubs
Trickery and Chinese crisis dominate Democratic campaign notes
The article discusses political maneuvering ahead of elections, noting tactics to conceal plans and fund-raising pressure on the Republican side. It mentions U S policy on China, the Philippine relation, and reactions to Chinese unrest. It cites Bryan’s position on foreign policy and calls for protection of American lives in China. It also laments perceived pro British bias in government actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
McKinley
Washington
Philippines
China
America
Pekin
Bryan
Congress
James J. Richardson
Tenneared
Republican Party
South Africa
High Offcinta
Hay
Salisbury
Pretoria
Avery
Richardson
Election Notice Opens Aug 2 1900 County Polls for Sheriff Justices
General election set for August 2, 1900 in Washington county to choose sheriff trustees and to elect justices of the peace constables tax assessors and school directors where not yet elected. Appoints numerous district officers judges and clerks for each district including Washington county precincts and districts 1 through 10 plus others with listed names and party affiliations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
W. M. Broyles
Jas, Kinnerly
Dem
James Little
Sam McGracken
J. A. Browning
Rep
A. Goll
M. Wagner
Prof
B. Armentrout
Dew
Oficer
Mot Bayless
Richard Rogers
G. W. Swingle
Will Barron
J. B. Berry
TL. F. Deakens
Geo. Foster
Sam Hilbert
J. M. Brown
John Patton
J. B. Buck
Luke 8
Bayless
Chas
Treadway
A. H. Bayless
Richard Decker
Geo. Tucker
David Barett
R. EB. Treadway
J. B. Whitlock
H.T. Danesn
H. Moulton
O B. Duncan
D. H. Shepard
7. M. Walls
A. H. Broyles
Moore Stricklauis
Elias Vines
Sam Extes
Chas. Oaks
D. W. Leach
W.J
Lor
Dudley Tobe
J. J. Beasley
Kirk Mitchell
Vfficer
J. J. Ford
Jake Crumley
Eugene Beard
Hin Per
John Honts
Hine Baker
E. M.onnah
James Hankle
K. P. Bowmag
J. M. Martin
Ed Hale
J. N. Harwood
Joe Keefauver
Sam Keebler
Vlorka
Wie
Frank Pulkerson
Mitchell
Everett Brown
Will Hunt
B. K
Wm. Mitchell
Wesley Cox
Unah Hunt
Shelton Keefauver
Bacon
Ike Galloway
Galloway
Jas. F. Wilcox
Uith
H. Smith
T. R. Williamson
Li. Keener
Arch Kirkpatrick
Romeo Russell
John Vaughan
10Th
Henderson Campbell
Tas
Crookshanks
Thos
Jonesboro Election Returns and Magazine Preview
Election officers are ordered to deliver returns by August 6 1900 at the Jonesboro court house for certification. The notice cites district and judge details across multiple counties and parties. A brief magazine blurb highlights Serbner’s As Fiction number featuring Richard Harding Davis and Boer War era pieces with Kruger and patriot imagery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Serbners Magazine
Richard Harding Day
Protovia
Kruger
Henderson county official withdraws reappointment bid
John H. Trico, of Henderson county, with five years in the state prison system, withdraws his application for reappointment to the prison board. His term expired July 7. He criticizes Governor McMillin for his failed U S Senate bid and comments on geographical lines in the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McMillin
Nashville
Hion
John H. Trico
Henderson County
Board of Prison Commissioners
Trice
Guv. McMillin
United States
Tennessee University opens Sept in Knoxville with scholarships
Tennessee students may join the University of Tennessee in Knoxville with sections for Literary Scientific Agricultural Engineering and Law. The registrar notes a superb location and equipment with low expenses and a yearly scholarship of 20 dollars in the Academic department. address given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Tennessee
Seasion
Tennessee
University of Tens
Knoxville
Fair Premium List Expands More Than Any Prior Year Lyon Bonn
The feature of the first day highlights a liberal premium list, marking the fair as more generous than in previous years. Readiness and excitement build as exhibitors anticipate enhanced prizes and new entries at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dankeaytoy
Tames 1
Cox
Johnson City
Hide
Wank
J.B. Cox
D. J. Hickman
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Johnson Mity
Clary Matter
Benton M'Millin
Smith
Thos, L. Williams
Knox
BE Eslick
Gilen
James B
Frazier
Hamilton
Baxter Taylor
Hovland
John W. Staples
Roane
J. J. Lynch
Franklin
E. C. Reeves
Jacksox
Gus
Bropintox
A. H. Buttock
Constable
J.B. OG
Lewis
W. A. Kira
Joige Snodgrass
Hell
Vera Orns
Manila
Battle Field of
Buena Vista
Mexico
San Antonio
Tex
Chicago
H. Clay Evans
Perry Heath
Brownlow
New York
Tom
Democratic National Committee
Jones
United States Infantry
Pinar del Rio
Jan, D. Richardson
Kansas City
Sparta
Hanna
National Committee
Tommy Rot
Hanna Committee
Mr. Bryan
Fes
Mil
Eph
Brookly
Trap A. Cox
G. C. Han
P. H. Worronn
Sarsaparilla
Yellow Dock
Stillingia
York
City Drug Store
TELE
Tri County
Nti
East Tenn
F. B St John
Lyon If
Bonn
Hyondaiwe
C. H. Lyle
Ten
Nesset
Rui
Coutt
Uutiel Suite
Neuter
Eastern Distrign
Yontivssoe
Anatter
Hawkins Brothers
Sale Wotiice
Fiere
Underwood
CY H. Lyle
Card Bros
Market Street
Chattanooga
Tenn
Anaka Springs
Too Ogg
Lake
A. V. Deaderick
Unaka Springs
Toan
T. P. A. Livery Stable
W. U. Snapp
John K. Snapp
Cherry St
Jod Linville & Cov
Jule Street
Johnson City, Tenn
Toodl
Hood
Missouri Pacific Railroad
Tron Mountain
Pointe
Arizona
Arkansas
Colorado
Tidian Territory
Karsaw
Nebraska
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Oregon
Texas
Rollander
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