Republican candidates named for county offices
Authorized notice lists GEO. E. GRECKKINRIDGE Belgrade for representative and BP. E. DOUGHERTY Richwoods for collector, with others including SUEEIFP N. A. BOWSER Liberty for sheriff, W. B. COMPTON Harmony for sheriff, GEO. F. PATTERSON Breton for sheriff, L. A. PAGE Johnson for county assessor, JOHN L. PAUL EF. EVENS Streton for county judge, J. EF. WILLIAMS Bellevue for county judge, OWEN S. MARTIN county court judge 2d district, HENRY C. COMPTON Harmony for county judge, GEORGE F. BEALS Concord for 2d district, F. E. COLE for 2d district, all subject to Republican convention decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. E. Greckkinridge
Belgrade Township
BP. E. Dougherty
Richwoods Township
W. B. Compton
Harmony Township
Geo. F. Patterson
Breton Township
L. A. Page
Johnson Township
John L. Paul
Evens
Streton Township
J. EF. Williams
Bellevue Township
Owen S. Martin
Henry C. Compton
George F. Beals
Concord Township
F. E. Cole
County race hinges on Republicans to keep Democrats out
The statement stresses that preserving GOP control in the county is essential to prevent a Democratic victory in the offices. It frames the political contest as a party structure fight and urges voters to support Republican candidates.
Democratic Organs Sing Anti Expansion Tune
The statement notes how Democratic groups appear to oppose expansion, framing it as a political stance tied to free silver era rhetoric. It highlights the ideological maneuvering within party factions and their positioning on economic policy.
Election Talk on Local Fiscal Policy Returns
A reader asks if Bryan’s election would bring a return of limited circulation of TIFF checks in the area, posing a question about local financial policy and public use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Uno
Populists Copy Platform to Guard From Democratic Theft
In Texas, the Populists move to copyright their platform to prevent Democrats from stealing it, signaling a strategic move to protect their policy stance and messaging while contesting the political playing field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Saving the Country by Putting Bryan Men in Power
A fragment asserts that placing Bryan supporters in national leadership would be as dangerous as throwing a drowning man a lead pipe life preserver. The line conveys strong political hostility toward Bryan's faction and uses a stark metaphor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
King Humbert Assassinated During Italian Festival
King Humbert of Italy was killed last Sunday afternoon by an assassin who shot him through the heart during a public festival. The event marks a dramatic political upheaval and ends his reign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humbert
Italy
Bryan Advises McKinley On Philippines Policy
The report notes that Bryan stops short of detailing his own plan for the Philippines if elected president, yet offers blunt recommendations to President McKinley about the handling of the islands.
Honest State But Hazy on Truth in City
Passage appears as garbled OCR reflecting distrust of honesty in Seller son City. It questions whether truth is proven by actions and notes concern about the treasury and bond sales during the last Democratic administration. The fragmented text hints at fears of misused funds and written rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sellerson City
McKinley Steers Prosperity to Victory in Rough Race
In a disputed presidential contest McKinley rides the swift Prosperity from Confidence and outpaces Bryan who is mounted on a ragged nag described as non-descript. The scene highlights anti imperialism and party contrasts as the race unfolds amid fierce public interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Bryan
Convention Preference Shapes County Republican Primary
The county faces high costs in a Republican primary, driving most candidates to favor a party convention. If the candidates accept a convention, their supporters should back them as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Traver
County Democrats Split Over Robb Funds Methods
Local Democrats, while aligned with anti expansion principles, oppose the centralization of hoodle funds in Congress man Robb's district. They reportedly object to concentrating wealth in the hands of a few within the party's approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robb
Imperial Washington County Boss Rules Delegates
A historical account alleges a single Washington County Democratic leader secretly dictates delegates and county ticket placements. It claims primaries are controlled by local bosses under his authority, harming rank and file influence and shaping political fortunes for personal aggrandizement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Bryanism and the Democrats on coinage policy
The passage argues that Bryanism corrupts Democratic finances and that the party dodges the free coinage issue. It claims Bryan insisted he would not pretend to be a Democrat unless the Kansas City convention backed 16 to 1 free coinage, and would run on Populist and Silver Republican lines if not. It concludes Democrats cannot escape Bryan’s influence or the free coinage stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Bryan
Kansas City
Piay
Democrats and British interests push for free trade alliance
The piece accuses the Democrats of repeatedly aiding British interests and colluding with London's Cobden Club to promote free trade during Cleveland's administration. It claims such actions damaged the American worker and warns the Democracy would relive the same pattern if returned to power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Cobden Club of
London
Cleveland
Sermon for Citizens Ends in Political Rant at County Church
A southern county preacher shifts from spiritual discourse to a partisan speech praising William Jennings Bryan. The pulpit audience hears a Democratic stump lecture attacking McKinley. The sermon purported to be Christian citizenship becomes a vehicle for political rhetoric in a church setting.
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Sucht and Sichia
Tla
McKinley
Iis
Free coinage debate reshapes western politics in 1906
The 1906 scene shows Republicans split over free coinage with a large silver surge in the western states. Missouri and Kansas City voices denounce fiscal maneuvers while praising or critiquing party shifts. Teller advocates warn against gold standard, while silver Republicans realign with Democratic pressures and state-level fiscal outcomes face scrutiny.
Voters urged to meet for county convention duties
Voters of Wneh vnvtom ffongty are urged to assemble in Hateseetsers on Saturday, August 25th, 100, to elect delegates to the County Convention and nominate the Woollybiean County Ticket. The Isid County Convention will authorize one deputy per 25 votes over 12 for supreme eligibility, with a slate including Votosi Mineral Pt etc. By order Republican Central Committee, Churman, Brackance, Secr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Een
Phas Gut
Ita
Woollybiean
Isid
Cael
Finhelslaire
Iss
Voters barred by post August 22 in state list crimes
After August 22, 10 listed crimes disqualify a convicted person from voting or serving as juror. Offenses include petit and grand larceny, larceny from a dwelling, burglary, robbery, arson, falsely branding marks, destroying records, fraudulent property conversion, embezzlement, stealing timber, loaning public money, corrupt official claims, improper use of public funds, and failing to pay excess salaries.
Unclear OCR crimes list with misprints and gaps
Fragmented report lists crimes such as obtaining money under false pretenses and mortgage manipulation, bank officer theft, homicide or injury of animals, forgery, coin clipping, and notes a governor pardon requirement after conviction with a one year waiting period.
Fitting Testimonial for Prosperity Remedy
A testimonial claims Prosperity Remedy cured chronic hunger pains and backache affecting a family. It praises the remedy as easy to use and effective, urging continued use. The passage also promotes Tabler’s Buckeye Pile Ointment as a cure for piles sold by F. X. Teasdale with price details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Melhinsey
Tam
Tabler
F. X. Teasdale
Foley's Honey and Tar Stops Coughs in Trial Pull
A brief item notes Foley's Honey and Tar Medicine claim to sting and halt coughs. The ad mentions trial prints and invites readers to give it a try.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Joseph Flory
Liewenant
K.P. Allen
W. L. Porterfield
Beater
Wows. Fleming
W. P. Alorbat
Samuel F. O. Pallon
C Crouse
Sueeifp
N. A. Bowser
Liberty Township
Sheri
Philippines
Islands
Arenimetts Il
Thirken
Missouri
Utah
Poyulist Party
Parrison
Amd Ale
Kinley Gaus
Wis
Elen
MacNinley
PSG
LST
Hulis
Washington
Wyoming
Southakota
Teller
ING
Vellet
Tellerstown
Weich
Oir Marufetures
Mary Branch
Timmel
People's Money Unit
Sorie
Jefferson City
Kansas City Journal
Votosi
Mineral Pt
Wd Mines
Cidet
Cruise
Aich
Hannon
Brazil
Oowe
Liberte
Wallon
Paritgeer
Puyier’s
Sunirit
Lede
Mie
Culedunin
Sueurleik
Cones Zal
Republican Central
Churman
Brackancxe
Potosi
Harrison & Whitehead
Rederick Ywill
Otosi
W. J. Slais
Potosi, Mo
Foley
Eksey and
Thadder
Anite
Monntcomery Ward & CO
Michigan
Madison
Chicago
Market Report
Mit
E. Anroce
Probebiz
Mern &T
Scientific American
Munn & Co
Weshington
Ben. M. Griffith
Iron Mountain
St. Louis
Arkansas
Louisiana
Great Southwest
Memphis
Hot Springs
Ark
Tod Rains
I C. Townsend
G. Tal
St. Louta
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