Maccabee Vote Focus in Gardner Williams Contest
In Calhoun County the campaign for congress centers on Macabee influence with Stephen D. Williams accused of using the order for political gain while Washington Gardner supporters deny abuse and predict Gardner will win by a solid majority. Local papers report protests from Republican leaders and nonpolitical Maccabee members alike amid heated rhetoric.
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Marshall Néwa
Stephen D. Williams
Congress
Fusion
Washington Gardner
Judge Kelly
Williams
Te- Teneta
Tte
Wileliams
Néled
Gardner
Lansing Dispatch
Washington
Comights
Macosbea
Rattle Criste
Fraternal Groups and Political Pressure Argument
A Sherwood Register letter condemns using fraternal societies for political ends. It notes speakers at the opera house advocating a voting bloc while urging members to avoid partisan manipulation. The writer warns such tactics threaten a respected fraternal organization.
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Prodia
Yaan Oo Sherwood
Opera House
Accret Society
Democratic Press Sees Cheap Triumph in Hazy Forecasts
A Kalamazoo area column mocks a young Statesman reporter for predicting a split or two three seats for Democrats. The piece argues the forecast is of little value and mocks the politician’s inexperience while noting Republicans should not envy the Dems’ fragile comfort before Tagg day.
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Statesman
Kalamazoo
Democrata
The
Campaign Fake Circulates in Last-Minute Discussion
In a desperate push Democrats circulate false stories to erode the Republican lead before Tuesday's vote. One tale claims Hon B C Nichols and the Nichols & Shepard Works endorse Bryan and Stavenson, a lie. Nichols supports McKinley and Roosevelt while W R Wooden, a Nichols & Shepard superintendent and former Democrat, rallies for the Republican ticket.
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Bryan
Hon
B.C. Nichols
Nichols
Shepard
Battle ‘Creek
McKinley
Roosevelt
Stavenson
Mr. Nichols Jrm
Nichols & Shepard Works
W. R. Wooden
Representative Keeps YES on Every Equal Taxation Measure
During his term, Representative Keep voted yes on all Equal and Taxation related measures brought before the Legislature. This record notes the pattern of voting behavior for policy alignment with fiscal equality efforts.
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Keep
Legisla
Cleveland Denounces Interview As Absolute Lie
Ex president Cleveland refutes a Philadelphia Times publication claiming an interview. In Princeton on October 30 he says the piece is false from start to finish, without foundation or truth, and he has telegraphed the Times to correct the record.
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Cleveland
Princeton
N. J
Philadelphia Times of Today
Lesat Foundation
Thava
Philadelphia Times
Tin Horn Politics Resorted to Attack on Gardner
A heated political column accuses Stephen D. Williams and allies of exploiting the franking privilege in a campaign issue aimed at Gardner. The piece labels Williams as unfit and calls Conroy a stoolie, arguing Democratic tactics reveal hypocrisy while referencing Calhoun county party leaders.
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United States
Gardner
Williams
Conroy
Mr. Williams
Calhoun
URLIVAN APPOINTMENTS IN CALHOUN COUNTY
Republican appointments listed for Calhoun County with names like Albion Teed Sean Fou Od and E Coer tm AVY RRO Newton Francisco Schoolhouse W A Crosby and others for November 4 and November s. The legible items show several surnames and locations but many fragments remain unread.
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Newton
Francisco
W. A
Crosby
Marnall
Silly Twaddle Over Rep Keep Inchalge Criticisms
Opponents of Representative Keep attack his record in the state legislature over a bill to end unlimited muskrat trapping and set a seasonal opening. The measure allows dam protection year round and aims to improve fur value after November 1. Keep voted correctly on this and other measures.
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Rep. Keep
Keep
Tegislature
Geome
Ap Hig
Muskrata
Foioks
Colond
Sknoke
Silk Thievesnet Narrowed by Sheriff Williams Efforts
A statewide silk theft ring is near collapse after Sheriff Williams and Bay City officers traced a July 22 break in Battle Creek to the suspect James Johnson. Williams secured a confession and located the stolen goods with the captive helping identify the actual perpetrator, marking a notable police achievement across the state.
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Sheriff Williams
L. C. Robinson
Battle Creek
Williams
James Johnson
Bay City
Par- Hee
Amigadry
Thunder on Jail Doctor Contract Scrutiny in 1899
A hidden political push targets Sheriff Williams over a jail physician contract awarded to Dr. S. K. Church in 1899 with a $100 annual price. Democrats argue improper timing and lack of broader bidding while admitting minor advert timing errors. the piece labels critics as campaign driven and questions the need for urgency.
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Democrata
Board of Supervisora
Sheriff Williams
Kellys Jiarangue Campaign Speech Misdirected by Absence
A Democratic rally in the city Monday night promised a double header featuring Col Bradshaw of Kentucky and Judge Kelly of Battle Creek. Bradshaw failed to appear, disappointing attendees eager for his dramatic antics. Judge Kelly attacked Republicans with harsh language, while Hon Washington Garder drew special scrutiny for his remarks on the district’s current representative.
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Democrata
Col. Bradshaw
Kentucky
Judge Kelly
Battle Creek
Sidiance
Bafog
Republican Party
Washington Gardor
Gardner
Maccabees Celebrate Prize Banner Dedication in Grand Rapids
A large crowd gathered Tuesday evening for the Maccabees dedication of a one hundred dollar prize banner at their Grand Rapids conclave. Marshall tout led the celebration with a parade, fireworks, and a banquet after the march from the Maccabee hall to the New Herndon hotel. The order reports 594 members in good standing and the banner class near 600, aiming higher in state standings.
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Batinér
Marshall Tout
The
Maccabees
Grand Rapids
Dvenitiz
Merrill
Tant
Freduet
Army of
Tin Horne
Equawkers
Tin Pana
Maccabee Hall
Beveral Bondrad
Herndon Hotel
Marshall
Republicans Urge Straight Ticket Voting This Tuesday
A call to voters to cast a straight party ticket on Tuesday urging participation and civic duty amid campaign rhetoric. The message emphasizes voting in the upcoming election and loyalty to the party ticket.
Partner Wanted for Mail Order Business in Marshall
Advert seeks a partner with capital for an established mail order business over one year old. Offers a half interest and right to a key charge area. For details call Stascanes office in Marshall Michigan.
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Stascanes
Marshall, Mich
Oot
Annual Tosocotion Meeting of the WRC at G A R hall
The annual inspection meeting of the WRC will be held at G A R hall Friday afternoon Nov 2. Everyone is requested to be present and the meeting begins at 2:90. Mrs Abbie Flagg of Battle Creek will inspect the corps. Refreshments will follow for members after the inspection.
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W.rc
G. A. R.hall
Abbie Flagg
Battle Creek
Sorps
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Aglt Opera House
Ture
Bear
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Urlivan
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Albion
Sean Fou Od
Silk Thieves
Sherif Willams
Kelly’s
Jiarangue
Thirthen
Brown
White & Co.'s
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