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Newspaper

The Joliet Weekly News

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1908

Page

9

Sackett Resigns After Deneen Pressure in Illinois

The Chicago Tribune outlines Governor Deneen pressuring William L. Sackett to resign from the Michigan canal commission. Sackett hesitated then requested time to decide, citing loyalty and political calculations amid names like Backett Curtis Yates and local officials in Morris Canton and Grundy.

Backett Denieen Sack Deneen Curtis Ted Ray Morris M. Canal William L. Sackett Tland Michigan Clarence E Kett Chin Deneén Ckett

FLEXER APPEALS TO WILL COUNTY VOTERS FOR RECORDER OF DEEDS NOMINATION

Anson W. Flexer writes voters across Will County urging support for the Republican nomination for recorder of deeds on August 8. He endorses a tract index system to simplify abstracts, cut costs, and provide open access to records, pledging full dedication if nominated and elected.

Will County Recorder of Deeds Recorder’s Office Board of ‘Supervisors Trust and Title Company Anson W. Flexer

Martin favored for Will County state's attorney on salary plan

An editorial from the Wilmington Advocate endorses Robert W. Martin in the Republican primary for Will County state's attorney. It highlights his rural roots in Florence, Illinois, education at Wilmington High School and the University of Illinois, and his reputation for honesty and industry. It notes his early advocacy for paying the office salary rather than by fees, aligning with taxpayer interests.

Wilmington Advocate Robert W. Martin Will Country George A. Barr Martin Advocate James W. Martin Florence Joliet Wilmington High School University of Illinois Wills County Alo

Sentinel calls end to Deneen Sackett ties in Grundy county

The Morris Sentinel asserts Governor Deneen has removed Sackett from his five dollar a day job. The piece argues this act restores Deneen’s standing locally and condemns Sackett as a grafting politician polluting state and county. It predicts reform will push him from the Republican base.

Curtis Artis Sackett Cies Alion Vernor Grundy Morris Sentinel Deneen W. L. Sackett Grundy County Morris

Deneen Urges Support for Primary and Local Option Laws

Republican voters are urged to back Governor Chas. H. Deneen who supported the direct primary law and the local option law. He deserves the vote on Saturday, August 8.

Chas Deneen

Ten Patches Found On City Streets After Contractor Work

Superintendent of Streets John Freidrich and Clerk Dwight Casey toured the city and located ten patched pavements torn up by contractors. Patching costs will be charged to contractors and about 100 dollars will be added to the city fund.

John Freidrich Dwight Casey

Bloomington Couple United in Second Presbyterian Wedding

John K. Bush of this city wed Helen Mary Taylor of Bloomington in a ceremony at Second Presbyterian Church Bloomington. Rev. Frederick W. Hawley officiated at 8 30 p m in front of several hundred guests and a reception followed at the bride’s parents home with about one hundred invited guests.

Bloomington John K. Bush Helen Mary. Taylor John Branch Taylor Second Presbyterian Church Frederick W. Hawley

Barr Supporter Urges Unity in Joliet Campaign Fight

The editorial lauds Col. Bennett and Tom Riley while praising Lambert, Woodruff, Eddy Corlett and other local figures for backing Barr against McCormick. It argues Snapp’s influence is a political factor, calls Joliet united against antis, and asserts Barr is a strong lawyer and civic fighter worthy of the state's attorney post.

Lecky Barr Toymind Antis Lambert Woodruff 2Rtin Eddy Corlett Springfield McCormick Ulation Joliet Snapp Europe

Nomination Chance For Farmers Choice Gibler

Farmers are urged to nominate Seth Gibler for the state legislature against Thomas H. Riley. The Jackson Democrat is described as an honest, well educated candidate who has long worked for common people. Voters are urged that only a real farmer and thoughtful legislator can safeguard farmers interests.

Seth Gibler Thomas H. Riley Gibler Jackson

Senator Hopkins Seeks Merchants Votes Over Parcels Post

The piece argues Hopkins backs merchants against the parcels post bill while criticizing express companies for extortionate charges and poor service. It accuses Platt of US Express Co. of delaying resignations to maintain influence over lawmakers. The piece claims the state association is being manipulated by Hopkins.

Hopkins Platt U. S. Express Co New York Congress Express The Telegraph Hop

Joliet News Endorses George Barr for State's Attorney

The Joliet News backs George Barr for state’s attorney based on firsthand knowledge of candidates. The paper calls Barr ideal and patriotic, citing his upbringing as an orphan and his resolve to improve the city and county through public service.

Joliet George Barr George

Local option loyalty shapes Grundy and Kankakee race

The piece discusses three Republican candidates Flemin Hailton and Dudgeon for two seats in Grundy and Kankakee. It notes support from local option backers and liquor interests, praising Dudgeon's past local option vote and predicting he will stay true to his word. It urges fairness from local option supporters and the party.

Grundy Kankakee Messrs Flemin Hailton Dudgeon Bush

Defeat of Snapp Seen as the Year’s Best Chance

The text argues that if Lambert Woodruff Martin Corlett forces fail to defeat Snapp this year, they should quit and cede leadership to others with public support. It claims Snapp has dominated politics for twenty years, running a machine system that locals despise, and urges replacing ineffective opposing leadership.

Lambert-Woodruff-Martin- Corlett Snapp

Hank Evans to Lose Kane County Seat in Defeat

In Kendall county Hank Evans faces wipeout as Aurora supporter Mr. Stuart stands as a strong successor. The piece predicts Evans’ defeat will bring statewide relief and praise for Stuart who is hailed as a reliable leader for Aurora.

Kendall County Hank Evans Hank Aurora Elgin Kane County Springfield Stuart

Hinsdale paper runs fake obituary for candidate

The Hinsdale Doings printed a spoof obituary for United Societies candidate Mr. Balgeman. An engraving of a cement burial vault labeled as a portrait was included and described as water tight. The piece notes Balgeman’s German roots and predicts weak support in Elmhurst and nearby business opposition in the county.

Hinsdale Balgeman United Societies Elmhurst Gambrinus

Springfield praise for Bush in loyal case network

McCormick and his elevated ditch anchor local talk as Bush loyal to the case. Parker calls Bush a tireless worker who pounded away night and day. Senator Barr lauds Bush as one of the best men in the House for getting things done.

McCormick Springfield Bush Parker Barr

Court House Briefs: Tucker Estate Conservatorship Petition Filed

Romeo Allen of Shrewsbury Mass as conservator for Benjamin O Tucker estate has filed a petition in circuit court here for per_

Romeo” BE. Allen Shrewsbury Mass Benjamin O. Tucker

Farm land sale and birth notices mix from Plainfield area

The document lists multiple farm lands for sale in Manhattan and Washington townships with associated births on dates to various couples, followed by an informal town meeting note. It describes a fish fry held in Fraser's grave Sunday July 26 with details of attendees, beer supply, and outcome including treasury relief and adjournment.

Commeity Fraser King Peter Spangler John Sontag Scheidt

Marriage Licenses Issued Across Several Communities

Records show multiple licenses granted to couples from Joliet Steger Jackson Matteson Crete Plainfield Manhattan New Lenox and Milwaukee. Ages range from 17 to 40 with partners named in each pairing including Millard Haseman Bartholme Pfaff Koelling Burgstahler Lambert Thiel Nelson and others.

Charlies Singleton Florence Minnie Millard Channahon Peter H.R. Riessen Steger Emma Haseman Goodenow John J. Bartholme Joliet Rinaita D. Weese John Eaton Jackson Frances Coldwater George Uttermark Matteson Lillian J. Pfaff Frankfort Louis F. Koelling

Plainfield Trout Fishing Club Enforcement Effort

A Plainfield fisheries youth club advocates strict enforcement of the fisheries law. The program aims to promote lawful angling practices and protect local fish populations.

Plainfield The Trout Fishing Club

News Office to New Lenox Rail Link Planned

The Fishers have received special steel for switches linking city lines with Scott street and the hospital corner. In a week cars will run directly from the News office to New Lenox as they do to Plainfield. There will be no saloon at News corner. the News folks own the building. The system promises a straight smooth and orderly transport to the p me eting, a great camper meeting year amid convenient cheap travel.

Fishers Scott Street Hospital Corner New Lenox Plainfield

Midnight Prowler Tries Break-In on Western Avenue Home

In Monsey, a midnight intruder attempted to bury into the home of Rev. O. G. Meynolds at 305 Western Avenue but abandoned the break in after tearing the kitchen door. The family heard a muffled noise and reported the incident to local authorities.

Midnight Prowlers G. Meynolds Western Avenue Monsey A. J Sigos

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Gover Deneen Allence Me Stevens A. C. Clement Char Michigan Ation Nomin Politictans Law and Order Farmer Court House Briefs Juba Manhattan Township Washington Township Milton Emil Grager Gilbert Fred Wehmen Lawrence Charles Kiemme Martha Adelbert Dewey Esther Henry Hartman Beecher William John Wasser Irving Gustav Hahn Forna D. D. van Voorhis Mary Charles Adolph Alnera Alfred Runaldt Olga Gustaf A. Tatge Henry Henry Balgeman Louis Deitz Will Helen Clara Adolph Seifker Gertrude John W. Smith Walter Herman Kluever Frankfom Charles Pfeifer Sara Manetta Charles H. Balcjow Sky Leona Meusine Henry Fink Plainefeld Howard McSnapp John Maxkriage Licenses
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