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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1912
Page
6
A fragment suggests a focus on persistence winning a contest and hints at vote counts and evolving positions. The text mentions a last lap moment and warnings not to miss chances, with the tone of a political or public poll update.
Notice directs contestants to cash checks in their own name before submitting to the contest office. After Saturday only cash will be accepted at the office. To beat out of town cash is required and money orders will be accepted for this purpose. The policy will be strictly enforced.
A long rallying appeal urges participation in a baby contest with prize appeal and public scrutiny. It cautions against misleading chatter about contenders, notes voting dynamics, and suggests leveraging subscriber payments to boost a candidate's vote count while warning of the social consequences of nonpayment.
Notices announce candidates for Union county offices including Register of Deeds and Coroner with Democratic primary subject to party action. The piece also reprints a Nashville Banner letter urging protection for girls on streets and warns parents to shield daughters from predatory behavior.
RW. Ellio announces candidacy for Union County Sheriff subject to the Democratic primary. B A Horn announces candidacy for Union County Sheriff subject to the Democratic primary.
The text announces candidacy for the office of sheriff in Union County under the Democratic party line. It names John Griffiths and J. C. Efird as related figures in the contested sheriff race.
The notice announces candidacies for the office of Clerk of the Superior Court in Union County. It lists names J D McRae and W Lemmond as seeking the Democratic primary nomination andSubject to the Democratic primary action.
A series of self announced candidacies for local offices are filed. Union County Democrat J Walter Laney seeks reelection as treasurer. Other notices include HR Adams seeking a post as legislator and W A Eubanks announcing candidacy for representative from Canton County in North Carolina General Assembly.
H. L. Price announces as a candy date for the office of representative from Union County in the North Carolina General Assembly. The move awaits the outcome of the Democratic primaries.
W G Long filed to seek the Democratic nomination for the state representative seat. Local party officials expect a contested primary with multiple candidates.
Representative John Sikes announces he is a candidate for re election to the United States House of Representatives, addressing Democratic voters in Union County and seeking support for another term.
H T Baucom announces candidacy for County Commissioner in Union County, running in the Democratic primary. The notice identifies Baucom as seeking the office under party designation.
Local race closes as A. J. Brooks withdraws from the Democratic primary for County Commissioner. He cited personal reasons and will not pursue the position in the general election.
Cracie primary results in Union County nominate Jerre C Lane y for the commissioner seat. Ballots show Lane in the lead with strong support from local GOP activists and neighboring districts seeking policy continuity.
Formal notice states Ambrose A seeks the Democratic nomination in the primary. The brief mentions candidacy and party process without additional details or dates.
The note claims mosquitos spread deadly imalatin fever and typhoid. Bus Electric Blt ters supposedly kill malaria germs and restore health. A testimonial from Wm Protwell of Luca NC says three bottles cured mag aria and improved health, with a 60 cent price at English Drug Company.
The paper touts planes from the time honored firm of Chas M Stieff as the preferred choice for buyers seeking a high grade instrument. It promises durability and superiority to avoid purchasing an inferior product.
Gas formed in the stomach from fermenting food poisons the blood. MI-DNA stomach tablets stop fermentation, liquidate gases, and remove poison quickly. If stomach trouble includes gas sourness heaviness or breath issues MLONA offers relief in minutes. Sold by English Drug Co and druggists everywhere for 50 cents per box.
The notice lists several railroad routes including Charlotte Wilmington Birmingham Atlanta New York and Memphis. It highlights special services such as a Birmingham Special with a Pullman drawing room and parlor car between Charlotte and Wilmington, plus connections to Monroe Raleigh and Atlanta.
Attorney Lemmond announces prosecution and defense capabilities in Recorder’s court and various courts. Dr Redfearn announces dental services with local office details. Provisions list court appearances in Marshville and Matthews on specified Mondays.
Those doing business with this bank ought to be satisfied. Those appreciating good service are satisfied. Those seeking better connections should study our record. Those seeking a safe place to deposit money should consider The Bank of Union. The invitation to do business is cordial and aimed at mutual benefit.
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