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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1916
Page
4
The Sarasota weekly edition lists Mrs. C. V. S. Wilson as editor and proprietor, with publication rotating on Thursdays across Sarasota and Manatee County. The notice highlights local community focus and newspaper oversight.
The notice lists subscription rates and indicates mailing through the Sara sota Florida post office as second class matter.
Sydney J. Catts wins the Florida governor primary by about four hundred votes, securing a decisive victory in the race. The result marks a notable lead over opponents as Sarasota prepares for continued growth and political developments.
Albert W. Gilchrist, a U S Senate candidate who failed to win, issues a circular detailing his defeat. He bluntly states he was defeated because he did not get enough votes and ends with a sweeping remark about entering the inacuous desuetude of the Sahara of the want to be elected.
Citizens urge that full proceedings of the county commissioners be published in every local paper. They argue minutes should be supplied to each newspaper, even if free, and paid for by space.
The Armour Packing Company will immediately open a sanitary plant in Jacksonville under strict federal inspection. With a daily capacity of 900 animals, the facility will provide Florida stock raisers a new market, stimulating the state's cattle industry.
The Haines City Herald appears in Haines City on June 10 published by Haines Publishing Co. led by O. A. Porter. The citrus town of Polk County benefits from upcoming good roads and growth prospects as the paper enters the Florida journalism scene.
After two years of delays and bond election questions, the injunction is dissolved and construction will proceed. Investors waited on the final outcome, but now widespread satisfaction is reported as big progress and development are anticipated for the district.
The city council pursues a municipal recreation pier and 100 acres for a golf course to lure tourists and develop Sarasota. If private funding fails, bonding will be used, following Bradenton's example, as the town eyes rapid growth and improved roads.
Jacksonville outlines a program to cooperate with all civic, industrial and commercial life. The reorganization aims to support every business enterprise and encourage public cooperation in activities that feed growth for the city, county and state.
A plan to secure new industries extend transit, promote traffic facilities, boost agriculture, and improve entertainment for strangers in Florida, especially Jacksonville and Duval County. The writers hope for success though acknowledge the full program may be optimistic, aiming to advertise opportunities and resources extensively.
The Evening Telegram voices pride in H J Cranes nomination to succeed L Sparkman in the First district. It praises Sparkman but says Crane, scholarly yet practical, will serve with justice and integrity. The paper notes Crane combines experience with mass sympathy and pledges continued support. Lakeland Telegram carries the endorsement.
A candidate thanks the people of Mana Tee County for the primary election honor and expresses appreciation for the trust placed in them. The statement pledges continued service and a commitment to deserve the public’s confidence.
Children at the Story Hour held Flag Day events in the Woman's Club House with recitations songs and the history of the flag. They explained the flag making with stripes symbolizing patriotic virtues and ended with punch and ice cream cones. Regular sessions continue Mondays at nine on the veranda of the Woman's Club building.
Representative-elect William M. Taylor says he could not evade the Speakership if legislators choose him and would accept the honor. He notes support from across the state and feels Manatee County would gain by a local representative holding the chair.
A new bakery firm formed by Sarasota youths H. D. Dorman and J. G. Jones opens Saturday. Senior member Dorman brings years of experience and is regarded as an expert. Located at the corner of 4th Street and Pineapple Avenue the business will begin with bicycle delivery and later use a closed wagon. The partners aim to build a strong trade that will defy competition.
Jacksonville Fla June 9 The citrus fruit shipments last week were light with 34 cars of oranges and 39 of grapefruit. Season totals to June 4 reached 17806 cars, down from 18367 a year ago by 561. Blooming continues since February. Polk County Auburndale counts cite largest crop yet. Lee County forecasts a very large orange crop and grapefruit crop likely light.
On Friday June 16 Captain John H. Bland will administer the oath of allegiance and muster for a new Sarasota division of the Florida Naval Militia starting with fifty members, aiming for sixty in fall after equipment arrives. Enlisted men receive white working suits and initial gear, with dress equipment to follow after the summer cruise as the unit trains on a torpedo boat destroyer. The project seeks civic development and recreation for young men, offering a community gathering point where labor and play mix, with the Sarasota unit seen as a strong addition among U S crack divisions.
C. Howard traveled to Tampa for a business visit on Tuesday, meeting with local contacts and touring potential opportunities.
The Democratic National Convention gathers 13 000 delegates and supporters in St Louis as Wilson seeks the nomination. President McCombs presides while Glynn endorses Wilson. committees report today, with nomination expected Friday night.
Chicago June 10 Hughes former New York governor and Supreme Court associate justice was named Republican presidential candidate on the first ballot. Fairbanks Indiana was chosen for vice president with Roosevelt in 1904. Roosevelt attracted 18.5 votes. Lodge seven. Dupont five. Weeks three. La Follette three. total 987. Burton dropped from contention as Ohio withdrew.
The Progressive National Convention nominated Colonel Roosevelt for President after four days of turmoil. Roosevelt prefaced his acceptance with a condition and declined to commit "at this time" while Justice Hughes’s statements are reviewed by the Progressive National Committee for possible future action.
Wednesday afternoon the 500 party was hosted by Mrs. Jack Halton with two tables of members and one of guests. Prizes were won by Mrs Teate and Mrs Schultz, while Mrs Geo Ross and Mrs Mathews took guest prizes. Refreshments included a salad course and iced tea. The club will meet Wednesday June 28 with Mrs Tuttle.
Little Miss Lillian Burns hosted a pretty party on Monday afternoon for her third birthday. About twenty five children attended with games and refreshments including birthday cake and ice cream. The hostess gave each guest a small gift and received many presents herself.
Leonard Rudd leads the Baptist Young People's meeting at 6 30 p m on Sunday June 18. The topic is my duty toward other Christians.
In city notices a sole plumber named See T. C. Lines is highlighted as the trusted local tradesman. The fragment notes his specialization and standing in the community with no additional dates or context.
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