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Newspaper
Fayetteville News
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1908
Page
8
A voter announcement from J. W. Wise seeks Democratic primary support for the Flint Circuit Solicitor General post. He pledges full duty and asks for voters' backing with assurances of esteem.
In a public appeal to white voters of the Flint Circuit the candidate E M Smith declares his bid for Solicitor General subject to a state Democratic primary. He pledges to discharge duties to best ability if elected and asks for support.
A candidate for the solicitor general of the Flint circuit asks for votes and support from readers, signing as J. M. Strickland of Griffin Georgia. The brief appeal emphasizes candidacy and request for electoral backing.
In a formal declaration Whatley seeks the office of sheriff in Fayette County. He asserts fitness for the duties, pledges fearless honest service, and asks for voters to grant him the nomination and support. He emphasizes county control by the people and a rotation of officeholders.
F B Brown announces candidacy for re election as Fayette County Sheriff subject to Democratic party rules. He asks voters to judge his record, notes saving about 900 dollars to the county treasury, and thanks supporters for past help.
To the voters of Fayette County I announce my candidacy for Sheriff subject to the Democratic Executive Committee primary. I pledge to serve if elected and present my past record for review. T. J. Mitchell.
To the voters of Yavune county: Having never asked for any assistance or favors, the tax collector clarifies his stance and responsibilities in a dated public notice. The message emphasizes integrity and service to residents while outlining duties and contact procedures for inquiries.
JoHnN R. Longino declares candidacy for the Fayette County tax collector position subject to applicable rules and regulations. He earnestly solicits public support and signs the announcement with respect.
J F Smith announces self as candidate for Fayette County tax collector under Democratic committee rules and seeks fellow citizens support and interest.
Mo R Brooks bids for Fayette County Tax Collector under Democratic rules promising faithful duty. Letter signed MO R Brooks states candidacy and intent to serve if elected.
Candidate E. CG LuNcrorp announces for Tax Collector of Fayette County subject to the June 4 primary. Born and raised in the county, he served in the Confederate army in Co I of the first Ga Reserves, Fayetteville. He pledges to discharge the duties to the best of his ability.
A candidate announces for BG1 in the upcoming June primary. Miles Brown says he will faithfully discharge duties if elected and asks voters to support him despite being unable to meet them in person. He references his past record.
Fayette county voters hear W O D Moors announce candidacy for Tax Receiver. He states no prior county offices held and seeks support, pledging to discharge duties to the best of his ability if elected. The primary is set for June 4.
Local notice declares Jos. N. Banks as a candidate for Fayette County Treasurer under the Democratic executive committee. He appeals for votes, states his lack of support and property, and pledges to discharge duties faithfully if elected.
M. C. Pyron declares his run for County Treasurer under Democratic committee rules. He notes forty years residence in the county and pledges faithful service if elected as a self described poor man.
An 83 year old candidate announces run for County Treasurer subject to the Democratic primary. He says he has served the people once and asks for the rupee and influence of friends and all county residents.
A. A. Turner announces candidacy for county treasurer in Fayette County, subject to the Democratic Executive Committee primary. He claims no prior office seeks and pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability with support.
Will T Norton announces his candidacy for county treasurer subject to the Democratic primary as ordered by the executive committee. He thanks friends for past support and asks for election to one more term.
Candidate J. J. Davis outlines intent to run for Fayette County Ordinary under primary election rules and pledges to discharge duties to the best of ability upon election.
J H Wiluhorp, a Civil War veteran missing a leg and traveling on crutches, appeals to Fay ette County voters before the June 4 primary. He says years of hardship leave him destitute and unable to earn a living, asking for support and votes to win the treasurer’s post.
A candidate announces intent to run for county representation in the legislative district, subject to Democratic Primary rules on June 4 1908. He pledges to serve the people to his best ability, asks for support, and vows to conduct himself to reflect credit on the county while backing measures in the people's best interests.
Letter from J R Murphy running for Ordinary of Fayette County under Democratic rules. He asks for voters to consider him, promises to perform duties to best ability, and thanks supporters for their help.
R H Thompson asks for support for re election as Tax Receiver stating he will provide a vigorous fearless and honest discharge of duty subject to regulations and thanking friends for past favors.
J W Spratlin declares his bid for Tax Receiver in the Democratic Primary on June 4 1908. He notes he served one term in 1901 1902 and pledges to continue serving taxpayers if re elected.
A fragmented political message urges support for R P Minter, praising Confederate soldiers and widows as fathers and mothers while urging voters to back his candidacy. The rhetoric emphasizes loyalty and respect in a local election context.
J S Thornton running for Representative of Fayette County under the 1908 Democratic rules. He pledges to support state prosperity, yearly old soldier pensions, restrict corporate funds leaving the state, block interstate dart sire suits, and increase school funding. He asks for support.
William J. Speer presents his gubernatorial campaign for state treasurer to Democratic voters of Georgia. He touts more than twenty years in the office and pledges faithful administration if elected, noting the June 4 primary as the decisive event.
No need to fear coughs this year as Bees Laxative Cough Syrup is available from your dealer. It is a gentle laxative that expels poison from the system and helps cut phlegm and clear the head with a natural action. Guaranteed by Fayetteville Drug Co.
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