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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
1
The Farmer-Lawyer S. G. Cosgrove is seen as the likely winner of the Washington governor nomination. Indications point to a triumphant outcome next Tuesday, with the pundits noting Cosgrove’s broad support.
The speaker declares S G Cosgrove the most fit by education residence and service to the Republican party. He notes the eastern state has not had a governor and argues the west deserves the lieutenant governor and other officers. If eastern voters stay loyal Cosgrove may win on first choice votes.
The Echo editor states voters in Chelan county have decided on Mr Grimshaw for superior court judge next Tuesday and expresses support, noting alignment with many careful voters while not claiming influence over the electorate.
The Spokesman-Review reports Poindexter leading a ten day Spokane straw ballot with 680 votes versus Rosenhaupt 249, Ludden 223, Rockwell 173. Authors note the ballot is fair and predicts Poindexter’s statewide chances, citing possible majorities in Ferry and Lincoln counties and confidence in Okanagan and Douglas support.
Paid advertisement promoting R F Holm as Republican candidate for Chelan County representative. Born in Illinois, 38, Wenatchee businessman with support from local merchants and farmers. Advocates include horticultural legislation state roads local option revised registration laws labor safety and employer liability laws and direct primary selection of U S Senator.
Paid political notice urges voters to back A F Estes for county commissioner in the Second District. It promotes economic county leadership and impartial handling of road and bridge funds for the district’s broad benefit.
The campaign portrait presents Fred Kemp of Corbin Ludington Kemp Wenatchee as the Republican candidate for prosecuting attorney. He has run a thorough and effective campaign and reports strong support across the county.
About fifteen to twenty railroad workers gathered in Leavenworth to form a railroad men's club. Spokane officials J. J. Fitzgerald and Wm. OConnor explained the aim to protect employees from damaging legislation that could cut rates and wages. Over seventy names joined. James Mackey named temporary chairman and Luke Laden secretary. A five member committee was formed to recruit more members and plan a September 6 meeting for a permanent organization.
The candidate asserts final appeal to voters for county auditor, stating he mailed a brief statement to every accessible voter and asks for their support next Tuesday. Geo Foran traveled from Everett last Wednesday to visit the Peake family.
The record notes $400.30 apportioned to Road and Bridge Fund in the Second District and outlines extensive bridge work near H. W. Otis residence. It cites a $1,800 grant for ranch approaches and calls for more funds while criticizing current management. A call for voters to choose a new Board of Commissioners follows.
Everett lawyer Walter P. Bell drives a low key yet persistent bid for state attorney general. Known for his square deal record, 25 years in Snohomish county practice, and senior partner in Bell & Austin, he canvasses with cards urging voters to choose him.
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