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Newspaper

Francesville Tribune

Location

Francesville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1908

Page

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Francis Vurpillags Seeks County Judge Post in Open Appeal

In an open letter to voters of Starke and Pulaski Counties, Francis Vurpillags defends his qualifications for county treasurer and pledges fair nonpartisan judgeship, reform of ditch management, cost reductions, and careful court administration. He argues tax collection errors are common, explains record keeping, and appeals for public trust and continued service.

Pulaski County Tam Starke Pulaski Starke County Starke Circuit Court Pulaski Circuit Court Francis Vurpillags

Duty on Election Day urged for Pulaski voters

Voters in Pulaski County are urged to study nominees for county offices and maintain high standards of honesty and ability. The piece highlights the duty of citizens to elect capable, independent-minded leaders and notes accompanying travel and local obituary items.

Pulaski Tribune

Potatoes For Sale From Frank Hernigle Near Medarville

500 bushels of White Star potatoes raised on sandy soil offered by Frank Hernigle located 24 miles east of Medarville. Readability is limited but the listing states quantity variety and location.

Frank Hernigle Medarvillie

Barker Seeks Reelect as County Treasurer

Letter from J W Barker announces candidacy for county treasurer, praising past tenure since January and vowing exactness and dispatch. He cannot meet voters in person due to office duties and asks for support in the November 3 election, signing as your humble servant.

J. WH. Barker

Oyster social honors Prof Otto Braun at Eoster Hall

The Band Boys staged an oyster social at Eoster Hall last night for the Francesville business men and their families in honor of Prof Otto Braun who plans to move to Lowell.

Eoster Hall Francesville Otto Braun Lowell

Fixing Election Boards in Sullivan County Scandal Rumors

The Sullivan County text alleges attempts to corrupt election boards to switch votes, citing past incidents in Pulaski County and a recent county election. It claims officials and bridge companies influenced outcomes and hints at a “02” board member altering results, with the Tribune offering a side-light to deter repetition.

Sullivan County Pulaski the Tribune

Taft Draws 20000 in Lafayette for Brief Speech

William Howard Taft arrived by special train to Lafayette and was greeted at the Lincoln club by thunderous applause. He spoke for twenty minutes despite a weak voice as thousands traveled by special trains and interurban lines for the event. The article notes Taft and Bryan will soon face the public verdict on November 3.

Lafayette William Howard Taft Lincoln Club Mr. Taft Mr. Bryan Peple

Hallowe'en Social at Methodist Church Friday

The Ladies' Aid Society will serve at Mrs. C. C. Parker's home Friday from 2 to 9 PM with refreshments for ten cents. Everyone invited. Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Morlan visited Knox parents. Mrs. Morlan became ill Sunday night with gall stones. Call to settle your subscription.

Hallowe'en Ladies’ Aid Society The Methodist Church C. C. Parker E. A. Morlan Knox

Arch Murphy Seeks Treasurer Post After Notable Service

Arch N. Murphy, candidate for treasurer, visited town yesterday as a business caller at this office. Four years ago he was elected treasurer and during his two years of service provided accommodating and efficient public service. His friends are zealously campaigning for his election this time. Kansas Flour offered at Clark's for $1.40.

Arch N. Murphy Murphy

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