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Newspaper

Western Kansas World

Location

Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1916

Page

7

Ben Benton Seeks Republican Nomination For Congress

Oberlin candidate Ben Otis L Benton was in town Monday meeting voters. The Downs News says Benton is a dynamo of energy with strong campaign work and district knowledge, a Decatur county native who would resist party caucus dictates in congress. He contrasts with incumbent Congressman Connelly who backed the Underwood tariff, harming local interests.

Ben Otis L Benton Oberlin Congress Downs News Benton Borshhood Decatur County Connelly

Otis L Benton: From Oberlin Clerk to Congressional Candidate

A memoir recalls Otis L Benton then a quiet bank clerk and printer in Oberlin. He saved and invested early, bought farms, impressed local business leaders, and is now poised for a congressional nomination and election. The writer notes Benton’s steady rise and public backing.

Oberlin Otis Benton Otis L. Benton Benton Congress

Departing Miss Peacock Leaves Wilson School in Mourning

The school board will choose a Latin and English teacher to fill the vacancy left by Miss Alice Peacock who will teach at Cottonwood Falls High School next year. Miss Peacock has served Wilson students with dedication, guiding English studies and social life, and her absence will be deeply felt as students recall her kindness, spiritual influence, and unmatched commitment.

Alice Peacock Miss Peacock Cottonwood Falls High School Wilson Presbyterian Sunday School

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