Taft Family Split Over Prohibition Endorsement
In Columbus Ohio July 18 delegates arrive for the Prohibition National Convention. Rev S H Taft cousin to William Howard Taft says he would not vote for him and would back the Prohibition nominee. Rev Wm J Taft also opposes Taft and supports Prohibition. Governor Frank Handy of Indiana gains early GOP support amid Prohibition debates.
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California
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Oklahoma
Wm. J. Taft
Connecticut
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Frank Handy
Indiana
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Anti-Saloons League
National Convention
Worth the Fare
A harsh train ride on a Western railway prompts passengers to scorn the company. One man with a free pass withholds complaint, saying he will buy a ticket and join the others if service does not improve soon.
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Harper’s Weekly
Man Kills Wife Then Tries Suicide Near McKinney
Robert Wright aged 32 killed his wife by slashing her throat at their home four miles west of McKinney Texas and then attempted to take his own life. He was found wandering with gashes in his throat while the three year old child sat on the bed beside the dead mother.
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Robert’ Wright
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Wright
Fine native beef and fresh country butter ad
E J Marcus Jr advertises fine native beef and fresh country butter. Call at 1015 Prince Street or phone 2031.
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Prince Street
E. J. Marcus, Jr
Candidates for Solicitor Posts Announced in Democratic Primary
A group of candidates declare for Solicitor positions in multiple circuits including the 3rd, 12th, 11th, and 2nd, with pledges to abide by primary results. Statements reference service in Horry County, Confederate Navy, and prior legal partnerships, urging Democratic voters to support their bids.
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Confederate States Navy
W. F. Clayton
Sawyer Seeks Re election to Legislature Affirms Past Support
Olin Sawyer expresses gratitude for unanimous support from two years ago and asks friends and citizens to back his bid for the Legislature. He pledges to serve the interests of his constituents to the best of his ability for as long as he holds the office.
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Olin Sawyer
Herbert L Smith Seeks Primary Endorsement for Clerk
Incumbent Herbert L Smith announces re election bid for Clerk of Court in Georgetown County and requests support from fellow Democrats ahead of the upcoming primary. He lauds past backing and asks for endorsements.
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Georgetown County
Herbert L Smith
Local election notices announce sheriff and congressional runs
A series of public notices shows C W Scurry seeking re election as Georgetown County Sheriff and J Hadock pledging to serve forthrightly on merit. JE Ellerbe and PA Hodges announce candidacy for Congress from the Sixth District under Democratic primary rules. Bennettsville, SC.
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P B. Sellers
JE Ellerbe
PA Hodges
Local Politicians Announce Re Election and Candidacies
A series of notices from Georgetown County figures expresses intent to seek re election or run for county offices in the upcoming primary. Names include LEGRAND G WALKER W H DORRILL JASF DETVENS JOHN RICHARDSON JR AO HOLLIDAY J B JOHNSON with pledges of support and continued public service.
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Ihereby
Georgetown County
John Richardson, JR
Iask
AO Holliday
Coroner Candidate Promises Faithful Duty in Primary
The Coroner's office for Georgetown County presents CJ Fletcher who pledges to abide by the primary results and discharge duties faithfully if elected. The statement emphasizes commitment to duty and acceptance of electoral outcome.
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Georgetown Gounty
CJ Fletcher
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