Pace Led City Campaign for Mayor in 1917 Election
The Republican weekly notes the upcoming city election on Tuesday with a slate headed by George E Pace for mayor and praises his prior two years in office. It cites improvements in East Park Row Second Street Edward Street cement walks cluster lights street repairs and underground wiring under his administration.
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George’e. Pace
East Park Row
Second Street
Edward -Street
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Local election endorsements praise city officials and candidates
The notice urges voters to support J Linn for City Clerk highlighting a clean record and long service in county roles. It also endorses B R Nichols for City Treasurer and Fred W Potter for City Attorney, plus George B D Travis and Adam P Browns as Alderman candidates with summaries of their qualifications.
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J. Linn
Downey
Thaore
Henry
Hennepin
Putnam County
Anc
Ener Bees
B. ‘R. Nichols
Ben
Fred W. Potter
George BD. Travis
Ts Iit
Adam P. Browns
Mayor Candidate Duke Bros. Endorsed for City Service
The piece praises Duke Bros. as a promising young man ready to serve the city. It commends his judgment and support for enforcing laws and good government. The note also mentions Alderman Brown and Henry’s progress, urging voters to choose him and continue progress.
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Duke Bros
Cigens
Henry
Alderman Brown
Michigan settlers praise Allegan County home and growth
P D Klein of Allegan Michigan writes on a 260 acre farm with 40 cattle celebrating Allegan towns, roads and industry including a glass factory and auto plant. He notes plentiful fruit lakes and roads, strong schools, and neighborly welcome while recalling early hardships and community ties. A letter from Mrs Roy Shorts reports a severe electric storm in Tilbury Ontario with a dramatic lightning strike damaging a home, injuries and near-miss experiences.
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Allegan
Mich
George Burt
Michigan
Michigan Range
Henry
Peoria
Putnam
Camp Grave
Wisimore
Republican
P. D.kiotn
Mich. R. R
Mra. Roy Shorts
A.L. van Ostrand
Link van Ostrand
Charles Thumma
Saratopa
Tilbury
Ontario
Canada
VanOatrand
Link
Willie
Nate
A. L. van
April Weather Fables and Gentle Remedies Parade
A whimsical verse describes April’s mood swings and stormy weather. The piece ends with an advertisement for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy claiming to ease coughing and loosen mucus to hasten recovery. Republic party notes follow, implying political copy.
Railroad Rival and Motor Cars Threaten Rail Freight
Samuel Felton, president of the Chicago Great Western, warns that motor cars threaten passenger and freight business. He cites rising car registrations, expanding touring ranges, and observed declines in passenger revenues in 1916 versus 1914, attributing losses to motor car competition despite overall prosperity.
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Samuel Felton
Chicago Great Western
United States
Felton
Chicago
Massnow
New England
Gay
United Staes
Constipation and Indigestion Linked Treated by Tablets
Mrs. Robert Allison of Mattoon Illinois suffered indigestion and constipation after moving to Mattoon. Food distress and heavy chest pressure left her fatigued at night. One bottle of Chamberlains Tablets corrected the trouble and she feels like a different person.
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Robert Allison
Mattoon
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