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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1920
Page
3
The Venice column condemns roaming hog culture and defends farm freedom while urging tax changes to pressure cattlemen. It argues small farmers deserve milk and land access, criticizes open-gate losses, and supports rental schemes for grazing land to fund fair taxation.
From our special correspondent, Mr. Vick Edwards shows off a new Ford. Mr. Casting of Tampa is in town again, while Perry Robbins and family are noted residents with activities to report.
Wm Brown of Jacksonville Florida writes December 6 praising RE-CUMA for curing a year long backache and kidney trouble. The carpenter says he can work and sleep again and asks friends to know about the remedy from Walpole's Pharmacy or any drug store.
Reports from Manasota and nearby areas detail visits by C. A. Ray and family to Plant City, beach days, and town activity. Lumber Co. managers and workers change positions, the Palmer timber near Venice is acquired for logging, a store planned on Rodeno property, and Ashman buys a saddle horse. Bee club interest grows, and farming shifts from cotton to food crops with corn prospects strong.
Advertisers praise public trust in 666 Chill and Fever Tonic from doctors and druggists as the product gains wide use. The note highlights physician endorsement and consumer confidence in the remedy.
Rub My Tism is praised as a great pain killer relieving rheumatism neuralgia and sprains. Holmes County crops are up to a good stand with rapid growth, while Mary fields need cultivation as labor remains scarce each week.
A vintage ad proclaims Rub My Tism as a powerful antiseptic that kills poison from infected cuts and cures old sores and tetter. The short copy emphasizes its quick action and wide range of skin issues.
Frank M. Cooper announces candidacy for State Senator from Florida's 7th district subject to the Democratic Primaries on June 8 1920. He pledges county division support per De Soto County Campaign Committee and a focus on South Florida interests and all classes. Paid advertisement.
A. B. Edwards announces he will not seek Clerk of the Court in the coming primary but will instead run for Representative of Manatee County in the Legislature. The candidacy is subject to the Democratic Primary on June 8 1920 and he thanks supporters from his 1916 Clerk race.
H S Glazier announces candidacy for State Attorney of the Sixth Judicial Circuit serving Pasco Pinellas and Manatee counties asking Democratic voters for nomination and support.
A Democratic candidate L. L. Hine announces his bid for Clerk of the Circuit Court in Manatee County. He seeks party support in the June primary of 1920 and pledges to serve with diligence if elected.
Robt H Roesch declares his bid for Clerk of the Circuit Court in Manatee County Florida. He states sufficient voter support and his intent to give close personal attention and the best possible service if elected, subject to the Democratic primary on June 1920.
William M. Taylor announces candidacy for Clerk of the Circuit Court of Manatee County in the Democratic primary on June 8 1920. He pledges efficiency and businesslike service, asking voters to show their support if he has run the office correctly.
Statement by M. H. Wyatt running in the Democratic primary for Manatee County sheriff on June 8 1920 after eight years in office seeking voter support to faithfully discharge duties.
Subject to the action of the Democratic primary to be held in June 1920. This notice indicates a forthcoming electoral process and the role of the party in selecting nominees.
L G Wingate announces his run for sheriff of Manatee County born in the county forty years ago and a lifelong South Florida resident with three years police work in Tampa and four years in Palmetto he pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability and asks for local support hoping to meet voters personally before the election.
W M Joyner declares candidacy for Manatee County Sheriff in the upcoming Democratic primary on June 6 1920 promising to provide good service if elected.
A candidate announces for Sheriff in Manatee County subject to the Democratic primary and also seeks re election as Tax Assessor. The letter thanks voters for past support and pledges personal oversight and improved service if reelected.
Henry P. Curry announces his candidacy for Tax Collector in the Democratic Primary on June 8. He notes lifelong residence in the county, two terms as Bradenton mayor, service as Supervisor of Registration, and current trustee role with Bradenton Schools. He pledges honesty, efficiency and courtesy if elected.
George C Patten announces his candidacy for County Tax Collector in the June primary. He cites six years handling Manatee city tax duties as assessor and collector and emphasizes training, experience, and personal attention.
In a letter from Graham Easterling he outlines a three year tenure at the Sarasota Post Office and eight years at the County Tax Collector’s Office, with nine months at the New Orleans Quartermaster Depot. He asserts honesty and qualification and asks voters to elect him tax collector of Manatee County.
A candidate for the Tax Collector posts his candidacy urging Democratic voters to support him in the June primary. He cites prior public service and promises a faithful conscientious discharge of duties if nominated and elected. He aims to meet voters individually before the primary and thanks supporters for past favors.
J. J. Knight announces for Tax Collector and Tax Assessor in Manatee county with a record as County Treasurer 1913 to 1916 and as Palmetto City Clerk. He cites state auditor books for proof and promotes road projects and county progress through local trade boards in support of his bid.
Wilbur E. Mann appeals for voter support as a candidate for county office. He cites leadership roles with Palmetto Red Cross and Methodist Sunday School, detailing wartime service and moral stance, pledging courtesy diligence and efficiency in office.
G B Knowles seeks the prosecuting attorneyship of the county presenting a platform to prosecute law violators place office in the county seat and serve the public. He invites investigation of his past as farm laborer student teacher soldier and attorney and asks voters to assess his qualification and worthiness. He hopes for endorsement on June 5th.
W T Harrison appeals to Democratic voters in Manatee County for re nomination to the Prosecuting Attorney post. He pledges zeal and integrity if reelected and thanks supporters for their confidence and vote.
County Superintendent candidate B D Gullett appeals to Manatee County voters in a Democratic Primary campaign note. He credits past service, pledges continued diligent administration for students and institutions, and asks for support in the June 8 1920 primary.
Cary B. Fish announces candidacy for re election to the office of County Judge and asks Democratic voters for support in the June primary. M. Jones also declares candidacy for County Commissioner Fifth District of Manatee County in the Democratic primary on June 5.
William Worth declares intent to run for County Commissioner District No 5 in Manatee County Florida subject to the June 1920 primary. He pledges to seek the best possible results and thanks supporters for their vote.
The office of Supervisor of Registration announces a Democratic Primary vote in June 1920. W. V. Curry thanks supporters for their vote and backing in the election.
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