Admiral Evans Leaves Navy After Eight Decades of Service
In San Francisco Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans retired on his sixty second birthday amid a 600 000 strong welcome. The convoy saluted as his flag was lowered from the Connecticut and a new flag rose for Rear Admiral Charles M. Thomas. Evans rode the parade route with Mayor Taylor as thousands cheered, honoring a long career marked by public service and dramatic naval displays.
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San Francisco
Cal
Robley D. Evans
Connecticut
America
Washington
Evans
Way Read
Admiral Evans
Processon
Taylor
Five Mile
Pacific Coast
Fifty-Four Midshipmen Fail Navy Promotion Exam
Captain Charles J. Badger reports fifty four midshipmen at the Naval Academy failed the annual physical promotion examination. Thirteen from first class, sixteen second, fourteen third, eleven fourth class. some will resign. Defective vision most common. names withheld by Navy Department.
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Charles J. Badger
Naval Academy
Navy Department
Vreeland Bill Approved in Republican Conference
In Washington the Republican house conference approved the revised Vreeland commercial currency bill. The rules committee will push the measure through the lower chamber with plans to drum up enough Democratic votes to prevent insurgent Republican defeat. House leaders claim passage is possible even without full Democratic backing.
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Washington, D. C
Republican House Conference
Committee On Rules
Representative Vreeland
House
O W Whatley Announces Candidacy for Fayette County Sheriff
Fayette County voters are addressed as O W Whatley declares his run for sheriff under Democratic executive committee rules. He emphasizes fitness for office, non confrontational aims, belief in rotating county offices, native ties, and a pledge of vigorous, honest service, asking for suffrage and promising not to disappoint if elected.
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Fayette County
Democratic Executive Committee
O. W. Whatley
Re-Election Bid For Fayette County Sheriff F. B. Brown
Ford Brown announces candidacy for re election as Fayette County sheriff under Democratic party rules. He pledges fearless duty, recalls answering calls at night, and notes about 900 dollars paid into the county treasury. He thanks supporters and seeks continued backing.
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Fayette County
Democratic Party
F. B. Brown
Mitchell Declares Sheriff Candidacy in Fayette County
To the voters of Fayette County, T J Mitchell announces his candidacy for sheriff subject to the Democratic Executive Committee primary. He pledges to perform his duty if elected and states that his past record is before you.
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Fayette County
Democratic Executive Committee
T. J. Mitchell
Fayette County Tax Collector Candidate Announces Candidacy
To the voters of Fayette County I announce my candidacy for Tax Collector subject to the June 4 primary. I was born and raised in Fayette County and served in the Confederate army in Co I of first Ga. Reserves. Our company formed in Fayetteville. I need the office and will discharge duties to the best of my ability. E. G. Lancford.
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Fayette County
Co. I
First Ga
Fayetteville
Lancford
W. O. D, Moore
J J Davis Seeks Ordinary of Fayette County Office
Candidate statement declares intent to run for Ordinary of Fayette County under party rules and pledges to fulfill duties to the best of ability. He appeals for support from voters and outlines commitment to office duties if elected.
Murphys Announcement for Ordinary of Fayette County
J R Murphy announces candidacy for Ordinary of Fayette County under Democratic rules. He solicits votes and promises to perform duties to the best of his ability, expressing appreciation and willingness to serve if elected.
Speer declares bid for Georgia State Treasurer role
Democratic candidate William J. Speer addresses Georgia voters noting more than twenty years of prior service as state treasurer and pledging faithful administration if elected in the June 4 primary.
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Georgia
WM. J. Speer
Elder candidate for County Treasurer seeks Democratic primary
An 88 year old candidate announces for County Treasurer in the Democratic primary. He notes he has served the people once and asks for the support and influence of friends and all residents of the county.
Fayette County Treasurer Candidate Statement
A candidate for Fayette county treasurer declares himself a poor man without property or support and asks for votes in the primary. He promises to discharge duties faithfully if elected and signs as Jos. N. Banks.
Pyron Pledges Faithful County Duty If Elected
The speaker declares lifelong county residency of over forty years and asserts readiness to discharge duties faithfully if elected, signing as M. C. Pyron.
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M. C. Pyron
Carson Seeks Democratic Nomination for Fayette County Seat
J B Carson seeks the Democratic primary on June 4 as a candidate for Representative of Fayette county. He endorses pension reform moving to a lump sum, pensions for Confederate veterans and widows, tax reductions, cautions against monopolies, and a stronger rural school system while pledging energetic, honorable representation and asking for support.
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Fayette County
J. B. Carson
Will T. Norton Seeks County Treasurer Nomination
Local notice states Will T. Norton announces candidacy for county treasurer in the Democratic primary as ordered by the executive committee. He thanks supporters and seeks one more term, signing with respect.
Landrum Seeks County Commissioner Post With Road Pledge
J Q Landrum announces candidacy for county commissioner. He pledges to perform his duty, reimburse taxpayers with better roads, and start a road working system that will be a countywide credit.
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J. Q. Landrum
Thompson for County Commissioner Primary Appeal
A campaign note from J A Thompson urging support for the County Commissioner race in the June 4 primary. He pledges to fulfill duties to the best of his ability and asks voters for their backing.
Fayette County Commissioner Candidate Seeks Democratic Support
G. T. Emmondson announces candidacy for County Commissioner in Fayette County subject to the Democratic primary on June 4. He asks voters for support and promises to provide good service if elected, aiming to make voters glad they chose him.
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Fayette County
G. T Epmondson
Lincoln announces candidacy for Fayette County Tax Collector
John R Lincono declares his candidacy for Tax Collector of Fayette County under the Democratic Executive Committee rules. He asks for the support of Fayette voters and signs respectfully.
County Commissioner Candidate Declares Run in Primary
A local resident announces candidacy for county commissioner pending the Thine Ath primary, signaling entry into the race and intent to seek the office in upcoming elections.
Fayette County voter notice of county commissioner candidate
A candidate announces for Fayette County Commissioner in the upcoming June 4 primary. The statement asserts commitment to discharge duties to the best of the candidate, 2bd E. A. HucHashy.
Turner Runs for County Treasurer in Fayette County Primary
A A Turner declares candidacy for county treasurer in Fayette County, stating he has never sought office before and asks for support. He pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability if elected.
Tax Collector Candidate Seeks Democratic Support
A Fayette County candidate for tax collector announces their candidacy and seeks the support and friendly interest of fellow citizens under the democratic executive committee rules and regulations.
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Fayette County
Democratic Executive Committee
Dixon for Fayette County Commissioner in Democratic primary
J W Dixon announces candidacy for County Commissioner in Fayette County. He pledges to perform his duty as he sees it if elected, with the Democratic primary set for June 4.
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Fayette County
J. W. Dixon
Brooks Seeks Tax Collector Post Under Democratic Rules
Jno R Brooks declares candidacy for Fayette County Tax Collector under Democratic Executive Committee rules and pledges to faithfully discharge duties. He signs the letter Yours truly.
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Fayette County
Democratic Executive Committee
Jno. R. Brooks
Mile Brown Seeks Support for Native County Office
A candidate letter from Mile Brown requests voter support in the native county. The writer notes limited ability to meet voters in person and emphasizes past record and pledge to perform duties faithfully. The missive closes with respectful regards and a plea for votes regardless of personal presence.
Fayette County Treasurer Candidate Addresses Voters
J. H. Willipord appeals to Fayette County voters citing Civil War wounds and crippling injury as reasons for financial hardship and limited activity while seeking the treasurer’s office in the upcoming June 4 primary. He asks for vote, support, and influence from fellow citizens.
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Fayette
Cunty
Fayette County
J. H. Willipord
Dukes Announces Candidacy for County Commissioner
E. W. Dukes declares his candidacy for county commissioner in the Democratic primary set for June 4, pledging to serve with diligence if elected and seeking support from voters and supporters.
Candidate for Tax Receiver Seeks Democratic Primary Support
The speaker announces candidacy for Tax Receiver under Democratic Primary rules set for June 4. They note no prior county office experience and request support, pledging to discharge duties currently associated with W. O. D. Moore if elected.
Fayette County Treasurer Candidate Declaration
A voter announces candidacy for Fayette County Treasurer under Democratic committee rules. The speaker presents themselves as a humble, self-described poor man seeking the office.
Candidate for Tax Receiver Faces Democratic Committee Rules
A candidate for Tax Receiver affirms adherence to the regulations of the Democratic Executive Committee. He expresses gratitude to supporters for past favors and pledges to honor promises if elected.
J W Spratlin Seeks Tax Receiver Post in Fayette County
J W Spratlin announces candidacy for Tax Receiver in Fayette County. He seeks Democratic Primary support on June 4 1908, recalls serving 1901 1902, pledges to discharge duties fairly and diligently for taxpayers. He urges voters to back his re election bid.
Thornton for Representative of Fayette County in 1908 Primary
J S Thornton announces his candidacy for Representative of Fayette County under the Democratic executive Committee rules for the June 4 1908 primary. He pledges to promote state prosperity by supporting pensions for soldiers strengthening common schools and reforming garnishment and inter state damage lawsuit rules while acting conservatively for all citizens.
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Fayette County
Democratic Executive Committee
J. S. Thornton
Minter Seeks Democratic Primary Win for County Representation
R P Minter announces candidacy for county representative in the Democratic Primary on June 4 1908. He pledges to serve the people to the best of his ability, urges support, denounces long platforms, and expresses reverence for Confederate soldiers and widows while asking voters to vote for him.
Strickland Seeks Solicitor General Post in Flint Circuit
J M Strickland of Griffin Georgia announces candidacy for Solicitor General of the Flint Circuit and asks for voters support and vote. He presents his bid and hometown ties in a concise campaign note.
Formal candidate plea for Flint Circuit solicitor general
To the white voters of the Flint Circuit I am a candidate for Solicitor General of the Flint Circuit subject to such primary as may be ordered by the State. I will appreciate all support given me and if elected will discharge the duties of the office to the best of my ability. E. M. Sth.
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Fayette County
Democratic Executive Committee
J. J. Davis
J. R. Murphyy
Jos. N. Banks
Turner
Miles Brown
J. W. Spratlin
Flint
State Democratic Executive Committee
E. M
J. W. Wise
J W Wise Seeks Solicitor General Office in Flint Circuit
A candidate for Solicitor General announces run in the Flint Circuit subject to a Democratic Committee ordered primary. He pledges to perform full duty to the best of his ability and asks for voters support.
Still Fighting Oil Trust In Wisconsin Courts
Wisconsin counties prepare to sue Standard Oil Company over sale of uninspected products to agents and disposal by retailers. Edward L. Tracy, state supervisor of inspectors of illuminating oils, and deputies have gathered evidence for weeks. First action likely in Shawano County.
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Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Wis
Edward L. Tracy
Tracey
Shawano County
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the Anne
Will T. Nortoon
J. A. Thompson
Sioner
John R. Loncino
Thine
Waaee
E. A. HucHasy
E. W. Dukes
Democratic Committee
R. H. Thompson
Respet
R. P. Minter
Solicitor-General
Flint Circuit
J. M. Strickland
Griffin, Ga
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