Louisiana Senate Seats Feud in 1898 Baton Rouge Campaign
The article reports intense political maneuvering in Louisiana ahead of the June 15 convention to elect delegates to the National Convention. It highlights William A. Blanchard and Samuel J. McEnery as leading contenders, with opposition from North Louisiana and Dropping mentions of Foster, Trezevant, Corrie, and Caddo figures. It notes parliamentary thresholds, the risk of a deadlock, and forecasts a future battle over the Senate seat in a tense, factional political climate.
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Baton Rouge
Nation
Foster
Blanchard
Trezevant
Oadio
Blanchard Faces Opposition for Senate Re-Election
The article notes Blanchard, elected to fill an unexpired Senate term, faces strong opposition for re-election. It criticizes his performance in the Senate as a dodger and flopper and argues that his North Louisiana residence should not influence the Legislature’s choice for a United States Senator.
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Fenner
Foster
Blanchard
J. M. Foster
Wilkilo Kruttschitt
Tle
Senate
House
Washington
Louisiana
United States
Solange
Senator McEnery for Louisiana by Democratic support
The Progress lauds Judge S D McEnery as a steadfast American Democrat who advocates free coinage, state rights, and rural interests. He is praised for patriotism, anti centralization, and alignment with Democratic principles, though the piece notes it doubts his candidacy for office. Also shows Texas & Pacific Railway promoting its services as the “Popular Route” to the Republican National Convention in St Louis with special trains and sleeper accommodations.
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State House
Father of Waters
Hlomse
Campmigny
Blanchard
Rhinchard
Shute
Epos
Louisiana
Senate of the Republic
United Sates
Indge
Melnery
North
Democratic Party
Mooney
Washington
Ilo
D. McMnery
Bonisiana
Senate
Judge McEvery
Judge McEnery
St. Louis
Do You Want To Get Ahead In The World
An offer urges readers to secure education for children and protection for loved ones by contacting Wm. Gg Agurs at an office over Phelpa’s corner, promising access to it.
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S. P. Henry
Mississippi
House of Representatives
Wm. Gg Agurs
Phelpa’ Corner
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