Just Politics and Local Elections in Fountain County
The piece notes Charles E. Prichard of Wa bash township announcing candidacy for Sheriff under the Democratic banner, with conventions set for April 27 and 28 and Republicans meeting April 5. Perry Hart declines a Treasurer bid, citing past issues with the Schwin Mac Irvin team. William Cronk of Millcreek township is eyed as Republican Commissioner from the Second district. The article advocates a voting machine to simplify elections and save tax dollars.
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Charles E. Prichard
Wabash Township
Fountain County
Perry Hart
Perry
William Cronk
Millcreek Township
Steam Corner
Cronk
Rally of republican candidates grows in Fountain County
In Fountain county the republican ranks gain momentum as voters prepare for the party convention. Fred Palin of Richland, Henry C. Randolph Sr., and James Copeland are noted as strong hopefuls for representative and commissioner roles. The Ninth district shows three hopefuls Everett Neal, B F Harness, and Eiderard Daniels for congress, signaling party confidence for a solid majority next year. Old Fountain hints at support for O B Ratcliff if he enters the race.
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Henry C. Randolph Sr
Congress
Edward Everett Neal
Noblesville
B. F. Harness
Kokomo
Eiderard Daniels
Tipton
O. B. Ratcliff
Old Fountain
Democratic county convention to be held early in 1910
The article notes the likely early date for the county convention before the state gathering. It observes few contests on the local ticket, distrust of leadership, and implies factions will seek nominations at the ballot box as taxes rise one eleventh compared with the previous year. Fountain county is cited as following this pattern.
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Fountain County
Strife Over Night Watch Selection in City Council
The city council division last week over night watch choice led to a factional ousting and replacement. The Slim faction claims action followed the petitioned will of hundreds of citizens and most business leaders. The council chose a Democrat, contrasting with the former Republican council's school board choice and factional backing.
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Riend
Slim
Grubbs Denies Recorder Candidacy and Insurgent Label
The Covington Friend claimed Alex Grubbs of Wabash township said he would not seek the Recorder nomination if offered by Don Patton and Boss Clifton. The letter asserts Grubbs never wrote the paper, and that Patton and Clifton are not running the party or pressuring him. Grubbs is praised as a gentleman, while the Friend is accused of stirring trouble.
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Covington
Alex Grubbs
Wabash Township
Sys
Recorder
Don Patton
Boss Clifton
Grubbs
Clifton
Patton
Mr. Grubbs
Ladies sale and fashion at J. Loeb's Stores
Lace curtains, white and ecru offered at any price at J Loeb's Stores. The Presbyterian church ladies plan an exchange this Saturday at Rainier's drug store with numerous good foods for sale. Tailored suits by Lamm & Co Chicago promoted with measurements for March district.
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J. Loeb’s
Lamm & Co
Chicago
Mrs Flomer Sewell Slows Covington Return in Arkansas
Word from Hot Springs Arkansas says Mrs Flomer Sewell is confined to her room with rheumatism while her husband remains with her. The Sewells had planned to return to Covington this week but will stay at Hot Springs indefinitely due to her illness.
J Loeb’s Stores Announces Indefinite Premium Offer
The store promises CasSH premiums on every dollar of goods purchased, a continued incentive for customers for an undetermined period. The move reflects ongoing customer appreciation at J Loeb's Stores.
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Cassh
J. Loeb’s
National leaders push for world peace and arbitration
Ex Vice President Charles W Fairbanks addressed a New York banquet amid a Peace League gathering. He warned of escalating defense budgets and naval buildup, urged releasing funds for public works, hospitals, and schools, and urged stronger use of international tribunals to curb war. He praised the Hague and Anglo American efforts toward peaceful dispute resolution.
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Chas. W. Fairbanks
Peace League
New York City
Fairkadiss
Hague
United States
Great Britain
Alabama
Behring Sea
Alaska Boundary Commission
London
Germany
France
Judyville trader logs massive weekly notes and sales
In a verbose update from Judyville Indiana the dealer reports 828 779 14 in notes and extensive trades during the week ending February 11 1910. He lists purchases of 100 acres at 125 per acre plus stock and equipment deals, acknowledging high daily business and a large customer base while stressing hard work over constant amiability.
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Judy
Judyville
Ind
Warren County
Pulaski County
Indiana
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George P
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Alan
Daggart
Marshal
Taggart
Fred Palin
Richland
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Fred
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Republican
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