Announcements of local candidates and primaries
A published list announces candidates for Congress, state senate, district attorney, and county offices. Names include Morris Sheppard, J. M. Terrell, Horace W. Vaughan, Butler Rolston, Sam D. Snodgrass, L. B. Webster, Geo. F. Mosley, Geo. T. Todd, A. Loomis, J. M. Singleton, M. W. Reavis, W. I. Jones, Will S. Terry, Zeb Aiken, W. H. Brambert Sr., L. G. Braden, Davis Biggs, N. B. Webb, D. C. Pruitt, J. D. Atken, Frank McAdoo, L. Bd. Todd, James Ford, and C. G. H. Proctor, with primaries on May 3 and a Democratic primary on July 28.
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Congress
Morris Sheppard
J. M. Terrell
Bth
Horace W
Vaughan
Butler Rolston
Sam D. Snodgrass
Mation Conn Y
L. B. Webster
Geo. F. Mosley
Geo, T. Todd
A. Loomis
J.M. Singleton
M. W. Reavis
Justice of the Peace
L. Bd. Todd
James Ford
H. Proctor
Local Notes and Family News from St Louis to Oklahoma
F A Jones of St Louis visited earlier in the week. Dr and Mrs Urquhart host a new baby daughter born on the 29th. Post card price 7c at Popular Price Studio. Rogers and family visit from Lewis Louisiana to see T J Rogers. Mrs Alvin G Carter traveled from Marshall to visit her parents. Roberta Collins learns of sister Catherine Dowd death at 78 in Norman Oklahoma on March 19.
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Rogers
Lewis, la
T. J. Rogera
Alvin G. Carter
Marshall
J. B. Whitfield
Roberta Collins
Catherine D. Dowd
Norman
Oklo
Card to the Voters Geo T Todd pledge 1905
The document renews Geo T Todd’s pledge for the office of judge filed August 9 1905 in Marion County. He promises full devotion to duties, school supervision, visiting schools, counseling trustees and teachers, lectures on public education and acquainting himself with all school children. He also pledges road and bridge maintenance, open quarterly finances, and asks for votes.
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Geo. T. Todd
County Commissioners Court
Sts
Texas
Marion County
Geo. T. Topp
Devoe Paints Offer Bargain in Private Letter
A private sales pitch from F. W. Davor & Co promotes Devoe paint as the cheapest, longest lasting option compared to lead and oil or other brands. The note suggests secrecy and targets a customer in Jefferson Texas, with W. Sedberry listed as the local seller of the product.
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Jefferson
Texas
Devoe
F. W. Davor & Co
New York
Pls
W.d. Sedberry
Loomis Announces Candidacy for Marion County Judge
County official R A Loomis seeks election to Marion County judge under the Citizens White Primary. Loomis currently fills the unexpired term by appointment and cites his record in office as proof of qualification.
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R. A. Loomis
Marion County
Citizens White
Judge Loomis
Commissioners Court
Rowell
Mens and Boys Clothing and Fur nishings at P Enpripce's
Advertising copy notes fashionable durable garments for men and boys at P Enpripce's with emphasis on best patterns and reasonable values.
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P. Enpripce's
Marion County Clerk candidate Jones seeks support at White Primary
W F Jones, long trusted county official, runs for re election as Marion County clerk. His record cites politeness and accuracy, noting strong community ties and careful handling of all business entrusted to his office. He asks for voter support at the Citizens White Primary on March 3.
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W. F. Jones
Marion County
Jones
Aiken Declares Candidacy for Marion County Sheriff
Zeb Aiken announces his run for sheriff of Marion County subject to the Citizens White Primary. Aiken, lifelong resident with Shreveport sojourn, appeals for primary voters to back a candidate pledged to impartially enforce the law with upright, fearless reliability. He plans to meet voters personally during the campaign. Also note: Spring merchandise sale underway as new stock arrives. winter goods offered at low prices by P. Kupripes.
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Zeb Aiken
Marion County
Citizens White
Aiken
Shreveport
P. Kupripes
Webster for District Clerk seeks renomination
The notice announces L. B. Webster as a candidate for district clerk, filed with the Citizens White Primary. It extols his proven capability, methodical books, and familiarity with district court needs and asks voters to consider him for reelection.
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L. B. Webster
Citizens White
Webster
Street Tax Notice and County Attorney Candidacy
Notice requires men aged 21 to 45 within city limits to pay a $3.00 Street Tax to D M Situ, Secretary and Collector, For County Attorney. M W Reavis seeks White Primary county attorney nomination, noting prior appointment, satisfaction in office, prior election bid, and urging voters to evaluate his experience and record.
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D. M. Situ
Proctor Seeks Re-Election as Constable in Precinct 8
The notice supports C. H. Proctor’s candidacy for re election as constable of precinct No 8 Marion Citizens White Primary on May 3. It praises his record fighting crime and invites voters to consider his service and claims.
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C. H. Proctor
Marion County
Citizens White
Charlie Proctor
Strayed or Stolen Filly Near Jefferson Texas
A three year old roan filly, gentle and small for age, raised near Smith land Texas, may bear a faint O brand on one shoulder. Reward offered for information leading to recovery. Contact J. H. Rowe Jr Jefferson Texas. Mr and Mrs W B Ford have moved to Jefferson to occupy Mrs Green's Walker street cottage and Mr Ford works at the creosoting plant north of town.
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Smithland
Texas
J. H. Rowe, Jr
Jefferson
Mrs. W. 8. Ford
Lodi
Mrs. Green
Walker Street
Mr. Ford
City
Popular Price Studio Captures Gillespie Photos
Gillespie, based in Jefferson, Texas, runs Popular Price Studio and offers portraits of groups and houses among other photography services.
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Gillespie
Popular Price Studio
Jefferson, Tex
Skating Rink Opens At Armory April Sixth
The old armory hall is now fitted, repaired, and prepared as a skating rink and will open Friday night April 6. A committee tests declared the floor safe. Subscribers paying recently include W D Fason RT Vinson F A Jones Miss Maggie Beaty B J Gray Spencer Ford H O Scott A Fitzgerald F B Azie Chas Young IT Jackson J T Stokley.
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W D Fason
RT Vinson
F A Jones
Maggie Beaty
B J Gray
Spencer Ford
H O Scott
A Fitzgerald
Azie
Chas Young
IT Jackson
J T Stokley
For Sale Two Log Wagon at Norwood Texas
Two log wagons offered for sale at Brown Lumber Company's saw mill in Norwood Texas located on M-23. G. W. Brown is listed as contact. Mrs. W. S. Haywood departs today for Houston to visit relatives.
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Norwood
Texas
Brown Lumber Company
M-23
G. W. Brown
W.S. Haywood
Houston
Grain Line Savings Offered by Lon Stutz Bros
A Grains line advertisement invites customers to save money on any item by calling Lon Stutz Bros, signaling a promotional offer from the supplier.
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Stutz Bros
Lon Stutz Bros
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D. C. Wise
Jefferson, Texas
Congress District
Eteetee
F. A. Jones
St. Louis
Mrs. Allen Urquhart
Rosenfeld & Co
J. Thomas
Ice
Dallas Street
Jefferson Ice and Bottling Co
Rosenfeld
Reavis
D. M. Smith
Weather Report
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Department OF Agriculture
Climate and Crop Service of
the Weather Bureau
Office OF Co-Operative Meteorological Observer
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Weather Bureau
U. S. Department of Agriculture
John M. Smith
Cooperative Observer
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