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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1908
Page
2
W D Vance announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for County Attorney, urging supporters to back his bid in the upcoming party selection.
Beaver township resident A Ellingson announces his candidacy for County Commissioner in the 2nd district subject to the Democratic primaries. He seeks support from voters in the county as the race moves toward the primary election.
The boxing bout outcome is reported with Battling Nelson dominating Joe Gans. The text notes a shift in political talk among Eastern Democrats, claiming the path to defeat Bryan lies with Tait, marking a bold stance after weeks of debate.
The remark notes that hour and a half of cheering at a Democratic Convention may prove there are larger fools in the party than in the Republicans, reflecting distrust and internal strife within the Democratic ranks.
The piece notes the Appeal to Reason foreman halted by Girard citizens while promoting his red flag. It asserts William Jennings Bryan, in receiving his third nomination, matches Grover Cleveland's record and could become the first to lead a major party to three overwhelming defeats after the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
Reports note Democratic prospects fall from party split talk while Republicans face internal discord over multiple issues. Secretary of State accepts nearly all candidate petitions for state and district offices. five petitions are invalid. Ballots will list the qualified candidates.
The text notes five petitions from local voters, including two Democrats two Socialists and one Prohibitionist seeking office.
M. R. Preston, serving a 25 year term in the Nevada penitentiary for murder, has been nominated by the Socialists of New York for President. Upon telegram notification he declined to comment, noting he is not at liberty to speak or campaign.
The piece praises Kansas as safe and loyal to Roosevelt and Bryan alike, noting the delegations at the Republican and Democratic conventions. It honors Murat Halstead as a premier nineteenth century newspaper man who witnessed major events from John Brown’s hanging to multiple wars and presidential inaugurations.
An elderly impoverished Justice of the Peace presided over a bribery preliminary. After hearing evidence and arguments he declared the case would be taken under advisement until next Wednesday at noon, at which time the defendant would be discharged.
The piece argues Bristow has national prominence as a fearless public servant while Long lacks national recognition. It contrasts Bristow’s reform record under Roosevelt with Long’s conservative stance and labels Bristow as a backbone of Progressive Republicanism and Long as cowardly by association.
A ribbing portrait of a politician who keeps talking and explaining his voting record while sweating under scrutiny. The piece mocks the endless defense of past votes and his failure to convince Kansas voters, noting his monthly pay and alleged old fashioned approach.
The poem portrays the patriots of Kansas as pleasing and ready to fight while critics complain. It mocks verbose rhetoric and contrasts brief, blunt statements with long drawn out explanations attributed to the Emporia Gazette.
Rev. F A Bergquist of Chapel Nebraska has accepted the call to pastor the local Lutheran congregation. He plans to begin his duties here next October and is remembered as a former pastor of the same church about eight to ten years ago.
The W. C. T. U. will meet at the home of Mrs. H. M. Wrigley next Friday July 17 at 3 p.m. The gathering aims to discuss local temperance efforts and community welfare.
Two buildable lots in Belleville City offered at a reasonable price for quick sale. Inquire at the office for details and terms.
The Rev. James Hughes calls the Publicity Committee meeting for Monday at 1 15 o'clock in the Presbyterian church. J W Plotner summons the Music Committee to meet at the same time and place.
A. J. Riley promotes poultry pricing with cash for poultry year round and notes prices subject to change without notice. The Journal and American Farmer subscription offered at $1.30 for one year in advance, urging farmers countywide to subscribe for farm news.
For Sale. Rubber tired buggy and sulkey cart by C S Martin. Call this office for a sample copy of the American Farmer. Hammocks and croquet sets at Hohr's.
The Probate Court of Republic County Kansas appointed and qualified Bhrtyha Rimor as Executor of the estate of Rasmus Rimor deceased on April 21 in Republic County Kansas. Interested parties are notified to govern themselves accordingly.
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