Republican and Prohibition Conventions and Judge Hand Endorsement
A calendar notes the Republican national convention in Philadelphia on June 29 and the Prohibition convention in Chicago on May 27, with Democratic convention July 4 in Kansas City. Illinois Republicans back Judge Richard Yates for Governor and name F. H. Rowe as chairman and Walter Fieldhouse as secretary. endorsements reportedly include Senator Cullom and other state leaders.
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Philadelphia
Chicago
Kansas City
Yates
F. H. Rowe
Jacksonville
Walter Fieldhouse
Republican State Central Committee
Cullom
Tanner
Dawes
Reeves
Hanecy
Carter
Howland J. Hamlin
Shelbyville
Gevernl
Illinois
St Lawrence County
N. Y
Illinoia
Shelby and
Moultrie Countes
Partnersh
Anthony Thornton
George R. Wendling
Trint
Hamstnd& Kelley
Hamlin
Republican Alte Comvention
State Central Committee
Pension bill raises government costs to millions
The G. A. I. pension bill signed by the president is estimated by Commissioner Jevans to add 2 to 3 million dollars yearly to government expenditures. Gen Sickles disputes the figure, saying 1 million more will be disbursed next fiscal year, with 2 million the largest annual payment.
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Jevans
Gen Sickles
Graff Stands Firm in Peoria District Nomination
The Peoria and Pearls Journal notes strong support for Congressman Graff as Canton approves his renomination without opposition. It lauds his hard work in Washington and on behalf of the district, while dismissing rival candidacies as unlikely.
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Graff
Canton
Washington
State Candidates Feature Morgan and surrounding counties
Richard Yates of Jacksonville Illinois long active in Republican circles. William A. Northcott of Greenville renominated for lieutenant governor. James S. McCullough of Urbana renominated for auditor of public accounts. Other named figures include Janice A. Rose, M O Williamson, Howland J. Hamlin, and multiple county leaders across Morgan Knox and Pope counties.
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Richard Yates
Republicang
Illinois
William A. Northcott
Wiliam A. Northcott
Greenville
Murphysporo
Tenn
United Sates Naval Academy
Annapolis
Ilinois
Hayes
Bond County
James S. McCullough
James Skies McCullough
Urbana
Dorn
Mercersburg
Frank County
Penn
Urbany
Tibets Volunteer Infantry
Vickwurg
Jackson
Benton
Vaughan's
Meridian
Fort Blakelypril
Congressman's Bouquet Marks Welcome for Graff in Washington
Word from Illinois reports Representative Joseph W Graff receiving a large basket of American Beauties in Washington after the Republican convention. A card noted his three terms from the Fourteenth district and the message was signed by several colleagues offering praise and support for his renomination. The gesture was widely reported as an unusual yet pleasant tribute during the current congressional session.
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Washington
V. Warner
J . H. Southard
Indiana
A. L. Brick
Graff Quotes Horace In Soldier Discussion
Peoria Pekin district representative Mr Graff used Horatian verse this week when speaking on the private soldier. He noted a line from Horace about writings and delivered it with notable effect to illustrate his point.
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Graff
Peoria-Pekin
Ilnolys
Monument to a Nation Opposed by Time and Wind
Washington correspondence notes a durable monument to a nation, defying rain and age. The piece reflects on symmetry, ruin, and the enduring memory of a people against perpetual decay.
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Olstons
Count Washireton
Cuaipontie
Ottawa veteran fires cannon roars at state house scare
An Ottawa veteran caused a panic at Topeka state house on May 11 1900 with a cannon salute misinterpreted as an attack. Col A J Diehl of Ottawa fired the shot to salute a new department commander, prompting officials to seek surrender before the smoke cleared. Bishop Chandler criticized revivalists as quoted in a local anecdote about Sam Jones.
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Ottawa
Kan
State House
Canton
Department of State
Topeka
Dunsmore
Wrliity
A. J. Diehl
Bishop Chandler
Methodist Church South
Sam Jones
Virginia
Jones
Grain-O: Try Grain of Aak Coffee Substitute
Grain-O is a new food drink made from pure grains that serves as a coffee substitute for all ages. It comes in Gent brown flavors Mocha or Java and is gentle on delicate stomachs. Each package costs 16 cents and is sold by all grocers.
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Java
Resolutions Adopted by 14th District Convention at Canton
The Canton gathering approved a platform praising Republican policies and denouncing free trade. It backs McKinley as president, Tunner as governor, and McCallum as senator, endorses river and harbor development, and commends Cadwallader and the district’s congressional representation. R R Boutland presented the report amid applause.
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14Th Congressional District
Canton
Committee On Regulations
Democratic Party
Republilcan
the Times
Chicago
Iil
Thoee Islands
Mpee
Wen
William McWhinley
John R. Tunner
Shethy McCallum
Hha
Tia Atte
Falt
Nfs
Grand Way
House of Representatives
Hinks
W. C. Cadwallader
Aert
Barbors
Peoria
Lake Michigan
Mississi
Hiitnats River Valley Association
Lie Sin
Mary Ustrich
Chivage
Congress
Congress of the United Sites
R. R.boutland
Taher
Cullom
Cirall
Presidential tickets in the field and more expected
Four tickets are in the field with at least three more anticipated. Even then the gold Democrats and anti Imperialist Republicans will not have been provided for.
Examinations for Eighth Year Pupils Held at County Office
Eighth Year Examinations for village and district schools occurred Friday at the county superintendent's office. Successful pupils may enter any high school in the county or neighboring counties without further testing. Readable lists include Lacon Township Harrie Rickey Emma Coffman Estella Ebright Lora Guede and many others from Hopewell Whitefield Saratoga La Prairie Richland and more.
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Lacon Township
Harrie J Rickey
Emma Coffman
Estella Ebright
Lora Guede
Breuben
Rolland Blackwell
Mabel VanPatter
Hopewell
Albert Preston
Carl J. Maurice
Mary EB. Miller
George P. Extrem
Henry A. Weir
Evans
Grace E Holton
Maurice M. Turner
Clifford Conrad
Hilda RB
Roswall
Vella I. Chalfant
Geo Melody
Alice Z. Bosrington
Margaret K. Harington
Edw. G. Hull
Roberte
Harry Clemens
Norma R.ogers
Savote
Eleanor M. Burr
Delbert Flanagan
Fred Jenkins
Bella Plain
Warren A Patten
Geo. J. Snow
Ives A. Perry
Lalta Meture
Elsie Stenner
John Schwartz
Dora, Schwartz
Lenora BE
Jacquot Whitefield
Anna EB. Young
Vina M. Johnson
Saratoga
John C. Applen
Berths M. Applen
la Prairie
Grace A Powell Carl Leigh
Richland
EvKsa S. Smith
Katie Koch
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Peoria Star
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Yatou
Hopkins
United States
Porto Feleo
Spain
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Ilinois College
Jacksonville Journal
Republican City Committee
Blaine and Logan Club
Congressional District Committee
Repub Heep
Limos My Yates
Morgan County
Hindle Republican League
Republican’ Central Committee
McKinley
Jor Tanner
Springfield
James A. Rose
Janica A. Rose
Golconda
Pope County
Fifer
Ponting Reformatory
Southern Illinois Penitentiary
M. 0. Williamson
M. O. Williamson
Galenburg
Raspern-On
Atlantic Ocean
Knox County
Williamson
Treas
Republican Central
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