Polk County Democrats Face Public Test In Governor Bid
The Polk County political scene centers on editorial feints by the Walrath faction and their stance on Charley versus Bryan. Observers note the county Democratic leaders dodge clear positions on the liquor issue while aiming to shelter their own anointed candidate. Bryan plans a county visit, promising a test of who truly supports the Great Commoner.
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Polk County
IL. Kryan
Mr. Ryan
Walrath Nect
Brother Charley
Nebraska
Walrath
Pone
Bryan
Walrath Dodgers
Bill
Stromsburg
Deacon Headbloom
John A. Johnson
Iowa
William B. Allison
David B. Henderson
Albert B. Cummins
John A
John.a. Johnson
John
Deacon
Dry campaign rhetoric and church politics in Polk County
The Polk County Democrat reports continued bickering over prohibition speeches by Corporal Douglas in Shelby. It criticizes the local dry committee for not inviting Deacon Walrath and notes the Record’s stance on the amendment while accusing Walrath of targeting opponents with sharp commentary.
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Douglas
Dry Federation
Jackass
Walrath
Fugicman
Shelby
Dry Committee
Beebe
Exi
Polk County Democrat
Dry
Deacon
Henry Fillman
John C Martin Stands For Supreme Court Seat In District
Fremont Tribune notes John C Martin of Central City as a strong lawyer with the required physical and mental qualifications for the supreme bench. The district, spanning six populous counties, has a history of capable judges and bipartisan support for Martin. He is well known in Polk County for his legal ability and courteous demeanor.
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Supreme Court
John C. Martin
Central City
Supreme Bench
Post
Maxwell, Sullivan
Hollenbeck
John C.’ Martin Fremont
Martin
Polk County
John C Martin's Polk County support boosts primary odds
The text notes broad backing for John C Martin among his many friends in Polk County, suggesting he will likely secure a strong vote in the upcoming primaries.
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John C. Martin
Polk County
Stromsburg reader letters defend Neville and attack Bryan
A Stromsburg Tex line letter defends Keith Neville for Nebraska governor and attacks William Jennings Bryan. The writer argues Bryan’s tactics hurt the dry amendment effort and accuses Bryan of hypocrisy and meddling with politics. A humorous aside notes local civic activity and a sheriff's family welcome.
Property Sale Ad for Percheron Station and Comet 78118
Advertises sale of Percheron Station and matley's Comet 78118 with stand 2 miles north and 3 miles west of Swede Home. Terms $10 and $15. Contact Harvey Beebe owner and manager. phone Stromsburg Cedar 0/73. All calls answered.
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Matley
Stromsburg
Harey Beebe
Dr Baird Colt To Stand At Osceola Farm 1916
Lewis Hurmann offers the celebrated Jack bred by Dr Baird for the 1916 season at his Osceola area farm four miles east and north and three miles west of Shelby. Insurance is $12.50 with a $165 stud fee for the colt to stand and suck. No liability for accidents.
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Jack
Dr. Baird
My Farm
Osceola
Shelby
Colt
Lewis Hurrmann
Local Farm Offers Stallion and Jack for Servi ce
A farm three miles east and thirty eight miles south of Osceola advertises a stallion and a jack for service. Stallion price ten dollars and jack fifteen dollars to insure, with free service if costs are waived.
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Osceola
Percheron Stallion Jou Jou to Stud in 1916 Shelby and Monson
Imported Percheron stallion Jou Jou formerly owned by Clyde Hayhurst will stand at stud in 1916. In Shelby at Hayhurst barn on Wed Thu Fri Sat and at Chas McBeth farm 2% miles west of Shelby on other days. Stud fee 20 dollars to insure colt to stand and suck. McBeth Bros Owners. Also Sterling 95 J 1353 mammoth jack to stand at stud at Hayhurst Shelby and McBeth farm with fee 12.50 to insure colt to stand and suck.
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Clyde Hayhurst
Shelby
Chas
McBeth
C. McBeth
Clyde
Hayhurst
Colt
Farley Seeks Delegation Seat From Fourth District
Wot Farley of Aurora Nebraska seeks the Republican National Convention delegate post for the Fourth Congressional District. Born on a Clark County Iowa farm, he has lived in Nebraska 87 years and is tied to agricultural and banking interests. He served in the 1997 legislature and supports a reunited party with principled terms.
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Farley
Aurora
Neb
Clark County
Iowa
Nebraska
Uncalled Letters at Osceola Post Office
For the week ending April 6 none of the following names received mail: Mr. C Colburg Mrs Samuel Dorsey Max Lane Mr M A S Lord Mrs J N G White. Keene Ludden Postmaster Osceola Nebraska
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Osceola Nebra
C. Colburg
Samuel Dorsey
Max Lane
M. A. S. Lord
J. N. G. White
Keene Ludden
Notice to Creditors in Estate of John Stanczyk Deceased
In Folk County Nebraska creditors are warned to present and file claims by October 9 1916 and debts payable by April 8 1917. The county judge will sit April 8 1916 June 8 1916 and October 8 1916 at 10 A M to examine hear and adjust all duly filed claims. Dated March 4 1915.
Notice to Creditors in Louise Randell Estate Polk County
Notice to creditors of the Louise Randell estate in Polk County Nebraska states claims must be presented by October 20 1916 and debts paid by April 19 1917. Judge H Ball will hold sessions May 19 1916 August 21 1916 and October 20 1916 to examine and adjust claims.
Nebraska Estate of Harley L Olcott Deceased
The State will note that claims against Harley L Olcott estate must be filed by October 23 1916 with debt payments due by April 21 1917. The court will convene on July 21 1916 October 23 1916 and April 21 1916 at 10 A M for hearings and actions. County Judge I H Ball signs the notice.
Beebe Estate Creditor Claims Notice
George W Beebe deceased Nebraska creditors must file claims by April 19 1917 with the probate court to receive examination hearing and allowance of all filed claims. Dated March 17 seal Ballentine Judge.
Notice of Final Report in Estate of William T. Thompson
Notice to all interested parties in the estate of William T. Thompson Deceased that the administrator has filed a final account and report and a petition for final settlement and discharge. A hearing is set before the court on April 21 1916 at 10 o clock A M to contest the same. Dated March 24 1916. (Seal) FP H Ball
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Polk County
Nebraska
William T. Thompson
Notice to Creditors in Estate of Mary L Dimick
The State of Nebraska notifies creditors of the estate of Mary L Dimick deceased that claims must be presented by October 21, 1916 and debts paid by April 21, 1917. The county court will sit in the court room in the county on April 21 1916 at 10 a.m., and on July 21 1916 and October 21 1916 at 10 a.m. to receive examine hear and allow or adjust all duly filed claims and objections. Dated March 18 1916. (Seal) BH Ball
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Folk County
Nebraska
John Stanczyk
Said County
Polk County
Louise Randell
State of
I, H. Ball
Harley L. Olcott
I. H. Ball
George W. Beebe
Ball
Nies
Mary
L. Dimick
Sling Cr
Said
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