Nelson Announces Candidacy for Clerk of the Court
E. S. Nelson declares his bid for the Clerk of the Court post, contingent on the outcome of the Republican Primary race.
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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1910
Page
2
E. S. Nelson declares his bid for the Clerk of the Court post, contingent on the outcome of the Republican Primary race.
Albion township resident W. H. Shoemaker announces his run for county assessor and seeks the Republican primary voter support in August.
In the final issue before the primary, the paper states it will not tell readers how to vote but will express opinions on several political matters. It frames the edition as an end of campaign commentary rather than an endorsement.
A political note urges voting for Judge Calderhead to back the Speaker’s rule at the old House, while advising supporters of change to back Judge Rees, framing a clash over leadership and order within the chamber.
The piece urges loyal support for John C. Hogin to fill the unexpired two year term. It notes his fair handling of the Nordmark case, praise from opposing counsels, and enforcement of prohibitory law in Cloud County. It emphasizes his long ties to Republic County and calls for his unopposed local backing.
Republic County Republicans urge support for R. B. Ward for Railroad Commissioner. Ward, a longtime stock raiser and shipper, would bring practical industry experience to the board. Three seats are open with ten candidates. Ward is listed sixth on the ballot.
The piece argues Republicans hold clear positions in the congressional race. Judge Rees advocates railroad regulation and tariff cuts aimed at serving local voters. Calderhead is described as frank and loyal to GOP lines, with Speaker Cannon underscoring a three-man Republican strong stance alongside Miller and Calderhead.
The article calls on Republicans and Democrats to vote in their party primaries, arguing citizens owe time to democracy. It urges a heavy turnout, saying it could determine Judge Rees’s nomination and aid the home candidate for judge, while noting the impact on the congressional race and Gov. Stubbs’s nomination.
A Soda Fountain item called Jersey Cream is described as the best drink, praised as up to date and popular among patrons. The note emphasizes its status as the fountain’s top beverage.
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