Call for Johnson Democrats seek nationwide support for presidential bid
Minnesota Democrats issue letter and pamphlet urging voters to press for a Denver convention that will choose a strong Democratic candidate who can win. They argue party unity, timely action, and independence from past influence to restore Democratic control in 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Johnson
Minnesota
Denver
Mustern Democracy
Frederick B. Lynch
Minnesota Democratic State Central Committee
Grand Pacific Hotel
Chicago
Democrats
Man the Nation Requires Governor Johnson for President
The piece argues John A. Johnson is the ideal occupant of the presidential chair, capable, conservative, and prepared for new legislation. It cites his popularity in Minnesota and potential to win Democratic support across the Midwest including Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and more, as the nation seeks steady leadership.
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John A. Johnson
Johnson
Jouneon
Minnesota
Bln
Democratic Party
Middle West
Jotnson
North
South Dakota
Ois
Wisconsin
Iowa
Kansas
Nebraska
Colorado
Montana
Washington
Michigan
Platform broad and strong Johnson seeks tariff reform
Governor Johnson declares Democrats will indorse a tariff revision to deprive illegal combinations of tariff benefits. He supports constitutional limits on federal power, opposes overseas expansion, ship subsidies, and government railways ownership. He favors an income tax and strict law enforcement equitably applied to all citizens.
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Johnson
Minnesota
America
Anya
Banama
Elrele
Man credits Electric Bitters for recovery in Mill Creek
Nine years ago a Mill Creek resident recalls a near illness and credits Electric Bitters for restoring strength and health. He says the tonic saved him during a grave illness and bought as a guaranteed remedy from local drug firms M Shuford, W. S. Martin & Co. and Menzies Drug Co.
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M.shuford
Martin & Co
Leader In Insurance Reform Strives For State Powers
Governor Johnson, noted as a rational leader, advocated bold insurance reform. A 1912 conference with attorneys general and governors, prompted by Roosevelt, pushed a memorial to Congress to extend interstate commerce powers. The effort aimed to regulate national life insurance and curb corporate extravagance, amid evolving court decisions and political pressure.
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Johnact
Minnesota
Coleaso
Johnson
Dominastigure
Supreme Court
Siniar
Cvee
Legislatre
Slinson
Minnesota Texislature
Interstate
Commerce Commissioy
Memorial
Democrat
Water Show Guests Tremble in Terre Haute Hotels
In Terre Haute Indiana a local hotel prank delights guests with a water stream from a small kettle held by a smiling colored man. Guests jump as water arcs into their glasses, often demanding a second or third pour. The trick, performed without a drop spilled, is a famed city quirk with unclear origin.
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Terre Haute
Ind
SALE OF PROPERTY IN EAST TOMRNZA AND SURROUNDING AREAS
A sales notice offers 7 acre farm one mile from Rickory with a four room cottage in Horseford Heights priced at 650 dollars. Three vacant lots in Horseford Heights at 100 each and one vacant lot on Eight Avenue at 350. One house and lot in Long View for 850. A vacant lot adjoining W A Abees land for 125. Three vacant lots in Long View at 100 each and one vacant lot on Washington Street at 475. Fifty lots in Grand View offered at reasonable prices.
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Rickory
Horseford Heights
Eight Avenue
Long View
W. A. Abee
Washington
Grand View
Prohibition and Good Roads Election Registration Notice
D E Whitener registrar for South Hickory urges registration for the Prohibition and Good Roads election. Books at Witherspoon Bro Store close May 16. Not a pew registration.
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D. E. Whitener
South Hickory
Witherspoon Bro
Prohibition and Good Roads Election Registration Note
H E McComb registrar for North Hickory will be at City Hall on Saturdays May 3 7th and 16th and at Hickory Real Estate and Insurance Co office or at home for registration. Books close May 16. This is not a new registration.
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H.E. McComb
North Hickory
City Hall
Hickory Real Estate and Insurance Co
Prohibition Speaker Delivers Talk From Church Porch
ey R. L. Huffman spoke to a large crowd on prohibition at a church near Oxford Ford Sunday evening. He was engaged by the County Chairman to lecture at the church at 8 p.m. but was refused, so the lecture occurred from the porch of Mr. Q. M. Smith’s residence to an appreciative audience.
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Ey R. L.’Huffman
Oxford Ford
Huffman
Prohibition
Q.M
Morganton Items and Local Visitors Highlight Easter
Misses Bessie and Dolly Johnson attend Morgan ton school and spend Easter at their Hickory home. Mrs Hoffman visits her parents in Newton. Harry Whitener and R W Rosebrough are seen in Hickory, with Estelle Garrison and da Huggins also in town. An old note notes a bushel of corn yields about four gallons of whiskey with a $17 retail price and a breakdown of profits to retailer government tax manufacturer railroad and farmer.
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Bessie
Dolly “Johnson
Morganton
Hickory
RL. “Hoffman
A Lazy Liver Promises Miracle Cure Claims
An advertisement extols a non secret medical tonic to treat liver sluggishness and digestive ills. It asserts the product clears poisons, restores stomach function, and strengthens overall health, with a long list of ingredients and endorsements from contemporary doctors.
Announcement of Candidacy for County Treasurer
A candidate announces for the office of County Treasurer subject to Democratic primary action. The notice is dated April 15, 1908 and signed by J. U. Lona indicating intent to stand at the county convention.
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Drimaris
Ind
County Treasurer Candidate Seeks Voter Support
A veteran Democrat and magistrate for 26 years announces candidacy for County Treasurer. He calls for unanimous support, subject to primaries and county convention, and vows to serve at his post if elected. George P Drum also announces for the office, noting the current incumbent will not seek re nomination and seeking voters’ patronage.
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SE. KiLuian
Onaanely
George P Drum
Land sale notice in Ca tawba County North Carolina
A N Aberholt enters a tract in Ca tawba County near Henry's river watercourse. The parcel lies in Hickory township and borders Evans Wisnant and Aberholt, starting at a stone and running north 874 270 poles to a stake then twelve poles to a stake east 260 poles to the beginning, totaling about 9 3 4 acres. Thos M Hufham attorney.
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Aberholt
Catawba County
North Carolina
Hickory
Evans
Wisnant
Henry's Iver
J A Long Nominated for Catawba County Treasurer
A card from Democratic voters of Catawba County announces J A Long, an old soldier and lifelong Democrat of high character, has consented to run for county treasurer subject to the Democratic county convention. The message underscores his availability and strong standing within the party.
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Catawba County
J. A. Long
Catawba
J. Long
Notice to Creditors in Estate of A Baronnais
In Catawba County North Carolina the administrator of the estate of A Baronnais deceased announces that all persons with claims against the intestate must present them within twelve months from April 21, 1908 or be barred by law. Debts owed to the estate should be paid promptly. The notice is signed by the administrator and attorney.
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North Carolina
A. Baronnais
Catawba
Teles. Miller
E. B. Cline
George W. Fox & Company
Iider
Superior Court
S. E. Kiluian
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Tomrnza
Rodolfet
JC. Lewitt & Co., Chit
Printery
Tention
J. U. Lona
Annou
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M. Hufham
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Miss Mle
Michael
The
Morrison Bros. Co
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Setzer & Russell
Hickory, N.C
B. A. Southerland
Union Square
W. S. Martin & Co
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