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Newspaper

Indiana Progress

Location

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1908

Page

4

Local party ticket roster from Indiana county and surrounding towns

A fragmented list shows candidates for Congress Senate Assembly Sheriff Coroner and other county offices across Indiana and Armstrong counties. Names include J N Langham Henry Wilson Henry Leasure Leeper etc with towns Blairsville Punxsutawney Indiana and more.

A, L. Gilbert Chalpoan Republican County Committee Congress E. Arnold Clarion Oturtan A G. Bhale Leechburg Armatrong County J. N. Langham Indiana Indiana County O, Smith Punxsutawney Jefferson County Biate Senate M, Kurtz Puonsutawney Taylor Nonth Henry J B. A. Harrison Conemaugh J. ¥. Hood Young James M. Marshall T. B. McGara Rayne D.T. Nibl Banks Township Oysus Atoufser Blairsville W.B. Wagner Brushvalley J.G. Walker Weathing Benry O. Williams Dward A. Carmalt Jeferson John T. Deemar Armatrong Ramuel Jessop Ernest Stewart John M. Leech Walter H. Ayers Grant Township Blakeley Young Township M. Wonder Gibson Hood West Wheatfield Henry G. Serene Hammers Ndiana

A Glean Campaign Ends in Clean County Vote

A large and clean county campaign closes with a field of many candidates. The contest has been vigorous yet free of objectionable tactics. All parties present intelligent, industrious nominees, and no one has used malicious personalities. Defeated candidates uphold self respect and reputations.

Indiana County Leads in Congressional Race Forecast

Letters from Armstrong Jefferson and Clarion counties outline a race that favors Langham in Indiana county by a large margin and positions him to contend for the Congression al seat. Jefferson shows a close contest between Smith and Langham, while Armstrong backs Beale with Langham second. Clarion county leans home Arnold with split support for others. Langham’s statewide showing hinges on Indiana county turnout this Saturday.

Armstrong Jefferson Clarion County Indiana County Congress Jefferson County Smith Langham Armstrong County Beale Arnold Clarion Tndiana Armatrong

Postage Ruling Forces Advance Payment for Subscriptions

A new postal rule took effect this morning requiring all newspaper subscriptions to be prepaid. Many readers had already paid their arrears. a few neglected to do so and their names were removed from our list in accordance with the rule.

Unclear dispute claims provoke fiery exchange

The fragment cites accusations of unfairness and lack of foundation. It questions who started the dispute and suggests the accuser doubts any reliable initiator. The text hints at heated rhetoric but provides no concrete names or dates.

Advertisements for County Treasurer Candidates

A column invites candidate communications with advertising rates. The piece endorses A. O. Ferrier of Indiana for county Treasurer, praising his honesty, experience in Green and Cambria counties, Lumber and drilling work, street commissioner service, and current stint as town council member. It asserts he would run the office in a straightforward, fair, businesslike manner if elected.

A. O. Ferrier Indiana Mr. Ferrier Ferrier Green Township Cambria County Homer City Borough of Treneuver

Vote for James M. Marshall for County Commissioner

A political appeal from Jos G. Bpane calling for support for James M. Marshall as County Commissioner. The letter emphasizes commitment, canvassing, and service, arguing Marshall’s refusal to neglect district duties and urging continued faith with voters.

Taft Supporter Declares Stance for National Delegate

Ernest Stewart, attorney from Indiana Pa, seeks Republican delegate seat in the 27th district. He announces he will vote for Taft for President and argues delegates must declare their position before election to ensure responsible representation. He urges fellow voters to back him to set a district precedent and advance genuine representative government.

Ernest Srawant Indiana 27Th Tam William H. Taft Stoogevelt Taft Hughes Fairbanks Vetera Ernest Stewart

Qualified to Fill the Dice Frank Douglass Wins Auditor Nod

Frank Douglass the Democratic candidate for County Auditor was born and raised on a Green township farm. He was educated in public schools and the Normal, taught county schools, and has spent over 23 years in business in Indiana. A lifelong Democrat, he is an active party worker with strong bookkeeping experience.

Frank Douglass Green Township Normal Brainess Indiana

Miller Seeks County Treasurer Seat in Third Run

Foun W Miller, a Republican from Bruadyville township with a farming, store, and Indiana real estate background, announces his third bid for county treasurer. He notes repeated near-victories and pledges faithful duty if nominated and elected.

A Good Man For the Place For County Auditor

Henry G. Screpe of town, Republican candidate for county auditor, is praised for business experience. The piece argues only someone with business training can properly audit county affairs and tax matters. It urges voters to support Screpe at the polls next Saturday.

Henry G. Screpe Town Alice of Serene King Wong

Kurtz for State Senate in 37th District

Endorsement piece touts T M Kurtz as Republican candidate for State Senate in the 37th District. Highlights his pension, highways, schools, mining laws, liquor vote, and charity work, plus a long party leadership record in Jefferson county. Predicts an overwhelming nomination based on district reports.

T. M. Kurts Kurtz Jefferson

Thomas Gains Votes Bank and File of Party Rally

Thomas gains votes for sheriff in county race as supporters hail his first bid for office. A longtime Republican business leader from a prominent county family, he has served as Committeeman and on the Executive Board, earning broad backing from active workers and voters. He vows to serve the people and shun slander and self interest.

H. Wallace Thomas Mr.Thomas Inter Hag Thomas Peoples

A Word to the Public From 88 Gino Gibson for Auditor

Gino Gibson, a well known taxpayer and candidate for county auditor, requests voters consider his candidacy at the Saturday primary. He has been busy this spring and has not canvassed the county in person, but promises to merit public confidence if elected and notes his long history of selling goods without question. He pledges to do his duty in office.

Jos, G. Bpale Gibson Gibzon

A Candidate Worthy of Your Vote for County Auditor

Mr. R. J. Hood, Republican candidate for County Auditor, enjoys broad county support and is expected to win. Born and raised in West Wheatfield, he has spent his life serving the public as township auditor, school director, and Justice of the Peace, while also farming and leading community efforts. His supporters cite his long record of trustworthy service and strong business experience as proof of his fitness for the office next Saturday.

R. J. Hood Hood West Wheatfield Township Elders Ridge Academy

Watson appeals to Republican voters for Roosevelt square deal backing

M C Watson announces he has broad county backing for a two term House run and a Roosevelt Square Deal. He excuses not meeting voters due to busy schedule while defending a campaign free from misrepresentation and emphasizing Home Rule and local choice. He dismisses rumors about conceding to Mr Henry, stating only a patient future helpful interaction was discussed. He asks supporters to attend the primary and provide influence.

M. ©. Watson Harrisburg Coenan Henry M. CO. Watson

Program subscription price set at one dollar per year

The Program announces a yearly subscription at one dollar, offered strictly in advance.

Legation Pointers on Election Ballot Rules

Replies to requests explain how voters receive a straight party ticket with nine tickets per party. Voters may mark an X to vote for chosen candidates but cannot vote for another party by writing names. Writing names does not help in the other party. Moves between districts can cause loss of vote under the new Primary Law. Objection expected but may be remedied next Legislature.

Sach Té Ta Collota

Square Deal ideals frame county race in Green township

The edition advocates J Cal Leagure for county treasurer in the April 11 1908 primaries. It argues for Green township the chance to hold the office, cites Leagure’s honesty and farming background and Lincoln tribute. It also endorses George D Patrick for county commissioner, praising his self made status and business experience. The Green Democratic base is urged to back both candidates and note paid subscriptions added to the progress list in March.

Green J. Cal Leagure

Indiana county contest outlined in letters 1908

Albert of Kittanning and Mae Clarion report on Congressional races in Armstrong, Jefferson, and Indiana counties. Langham gains in Indiana and Armstrong counties while Beale and Arnold vie for leader, with Smith fading. Local officers see spirited contests. district support favors Langham and Beale but Beale faces stronger opposition in places.

Kittanning Moorhead Wditer Progress Indiana Dear Moorhead Armstrong County Major Beale Growi Langham Beale Smith Arnold Jefferson Mae

Why Not Elect Henry to the Assembly

Supporters of James T. Henry from Blatys ville express satisfaction with his campaign progress. Henry, a Blairaville merchant and Indian Normal graduate who taught locally for ten years, is pictured as well qualified to represent the district and advocate for broader state legislation.

Henry James T. Henry Blatysville The Indians Normal Blairaville James’ T. Henry

Republican Candidate Seeks County Commissioner Nomination

A letter from candidate RUATR McGARA running in the Republican primary urges support for nomination and election. The author emphasizes longtime Republican affiliation and farming background and states campaign will be based on personal merit. The message signals a second challenge and asks for support to serve the county.

Farmer Ruatr McGara

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RAMS Advange Beatlon Republican Party CB O'Alock A. C. Perrier Tecl Bruadyilley Township Mechanicsburg County Trenaurep Aioe Foun W. Miller John W. Miller T. M. Kurtz State Senate Kurts Gino Ty Theodore Roosevelt Leagure Lincoln Abraham Lincoln George D. Patrick For Marsh C. Leasure Sasa Aher Pts Dietriet Brootville Sidland Jefferson, County Mas Langholm Stith Albert Progress Indiane
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