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Newspaper
Windham County Reformer
Location
Brattleboro, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1902
Page
8
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Windham County reformer Mr Davenport, a longtime Democrat, enjoys broad support across parties. He has championed high license measures, opposed the county seat removal, and is seen as the strongest candidate, with rivals like Spencer of Wilmington and possible disruption if the nomination logic changes.
Percival Wo arrived in Brattleboro and spoke to a sizable audience at the Auditorium. He reiterated reform themes calling for good government, opposition to corruption and bribery, and economic administration to cut taxes, while criticizing the Vermont Republican machine and urging continued reform for 25 years.
Windham county Democrats rally in a unified convention, backing a Democratic state ticket and endorsing Lawrence. The report predicts gains for Democrats, with hopes of electing many representatives aided by the upholding of party unity. Debate includes Governor race implications and Brattleboro sentiment.
Augustinian members urge President Roosevelt to leave the Philippine settlement to capable church leaders led by Leonard Wood arguing Americans should replace friars. Editor Wynne counters there are too few priests in the U S and training would take years, suggesting Cuba and Porto Rico precedents and noting land ownership and governance issues tied to church involvement.
Vermont papers note Harry Tracy rumor and St Albans Messenger speculation about origins. Treas. Shaw may campaign for McCullough with Roosevelt planned remarks. Montpelier Argus questions constitutionality of prohibitory law via referendum challenges. King Edward coronation prep. Rev. B. S. Taylor sermonists engaged. Rutland Herald reports Burlington convention delegates voting against Clement endorsement.
A Vermont political scene unfolds in Burlington as Democrat leaders spar over party unity, with Percival W. Clement challenging Dem oratic alignment while factions debate the value of opposing the Republican program. The piece notes internal tensions, potential cross party strategies, and the broader impact on state politics and voter choice.
The candidate Frank W. Agan of Ludiow Vr seeks the lieutenant governorship on a local option platform. He is praised for public spirit, long service as a city leader, and business ventures, while supporters cite his social involvement in Windsor County.
John White, a former resident of Munich Germany and organist at prominent New York cathedrals, is reported dead in Putney. He was about 59, left a wife and Lucy White as sister, and had worked as a musician. A local option club formed in Putney last night with officers including W. A. Soles and Julie Washburn. The obituary notes the funeral was held and the figure was still growing.
The body of Patrick Connors, a well known citizen of Orange, Mascha Hiern found floating in Miller's Rivers near West Orange. A rotten bandage was tied about his weight with stones to hold the head under water. Connors had been missing since Sunday morning when he told his daughter he was going to take a bath. He lived in South Deerfield prior to moving to Orange. age unspecified.
Vermont Democrats debate their gubernatorial nomination amid intra party tension and questions about the nominee’s credentials. The choice reflects a shift toward an opportunistic strategy, highlighting disputes over past positions and suitability for public school leadership and statewide office.
Knights of Pythiss meeting announces sale of excursion tickets from Buffalo to San Francisco and return at low rate. Tickets available via agent or writing to 4 Boukings? Washington St Boston. Departure dates September 4 or similar.
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