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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1906
Page
2
An editor opines on Republican prospects for nominating an Attorney General candidate in 1906. The piece cites Professor Jackson of Batyelka as a contender and suggests the Standard Oil issue could influence the state’s political timber. The tone implies caution about ambitious figures seeking high office.
Gov Jel Davis of Arkansas supported Gerry and Suited Stites in the primaries and is expected to win the Latte Senate seat. Upon election his seat would reduce the number of representatives for corporations in the state legislature.
The fraternal insurance company paid 62008 in death claims in Kansas. The text questions the outcomes for many beneficiaries and notes Homey Clark denies aiding Gardner, who sought the Clerk of the Court post, saying he would prefer to keep Gardner in office.
Clarence Griffith visited town and bought a five seated carriage and a cream separator from Dickinson. On a ferry the wagon’s bogey detached the horse team and the wagon toppled into the river, damaging the top and throwing the separator out. The scene drew local interest as plans to continue business at a nearby fairground were discussed.
The Normal School faculty offers a prize of ten dollars for the best essay on the Joust Crepeisc and gene to the county association. Teachers with certificates may submit winning studies for a prize and a year’s honor. Essays must be mailed to the normal faculty by April 15 and authors may be invited to present in January if selected among the top five.
The Manhattan Republican asserts Curtis leads as the next U S Senator from Kansas. It cites railroad backing, cross-party support, favorable Lodges and Lovelace papers, and Curtis’s patient groundwork with possible rivals Bristow Stubbs Campbell Murdock.
In Kansas the railroads loom to nominate and elect the state railroad commissioners. They exert influence over county and district politicians, aided by passes. The message urges Northwest Kansas to unite, oppose railroad tools for delegation seats, and back Senator Iv D Young of Beloit as a square-deal choice. Jewell Republicans echo the call.
The State Journal accuses Congressman Calderhead of misrepresenting Fifth district voters. In Junction City his remarks are said to clash with constituents’ views on statehood and press freedom. The piece questions support for Calderhead amid claims of machine politics and Standard Oil loyalties.
The Scandias Journal notes a dispute as Kimball refuses to wear a goltar, captivating attention amid factional tensions. Western Advocate offers thanks.
John B. Peach of Belleville seeks the Republican nomination for Probate judge. A long-time resident and former justice of the peace, Peach has earned a reputation for judicial fairness. If nominated, he would bring a well equipped legal mind to the county’s most important office.
A Marion County Opinion endorses Belleville figure CG Crummer for State Auditor. The Florence Bulletin notes Crummer’s banking examination work links him to influential state figures and calls him among the best qualified for the post.
In the Fifth Kansas district supporters argue Calderhead should return to Congress, insisting the electorate will not forget his name and questioning whether a different surname would have altered his actions or reputation.
By order of the Republican County Central Committee a convention will be held in Belleville at the Court House on Friday June 1 at 1 o clock p m to nominate officers including Representative Sheriff Treasurer Clerk District Court Register of Deeds Probate Judge County Attorney County Superintendent County Surveyor County Coroner and County Commissioner 1st Dist Delegates allotted by votes precincts Albany Beaver Norway Belleville Richland Big Bend Rose Creek Scandia Courtland Elk Creek Washington Fairview White Rock Farmington Belleville City Istwa Freedom Belleville City 2nd W Belleville City 3rd Jefferson Liberty total Primary advisory details proposed May 29 from 1 to 4 p m
Peiper Johnson of Lincoln Township announces candidacy for County Clerk pending Republican County Convention. H A Paulson of Belleville Township declares his run for County Clerk also subject to the Republican Convention.
A. G. Ardine and J. C. Dale of Belleville announce their candidacy for Clerk of the District Court, subject to the action of the Republican convention. The notice appears in the county party roster and signals entry ahead of the June 1906 convention.
An announcement by W. A. Vowel declares candidacy for the office of sheriff in Republic County subject to the Republican county convention decision. The statement emphasizes party process and aspirant’s intent to seek election.
A candidate declares for Probate Judge of Republic county subject to the Republican convention. The statement appears under a formal signatory from an aspirant listing intent to seek the office and awaiting party decision. The notice reflects filing style typical of local political notices and underscores partisan process.
This week brings seven new telephone units listed for J. M. Brown Ole Tillir Frank Crossan and T. M. Bakke with 38 additional orders currently on file.
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