, 1876-11-04

born in Ireland in 1896. Raised in Pc
nObscot Co., Maine. Came to Cnliior-
nia in 1851. Owned a rmcho within six
miles of Stockton. Was at the Cnrriboo
mines two summers. Lived continually
on the Sound since 1864. Is II miner and
rancher hy occupation. Lived ON the
StllNguamish river since 1909. Up river
until about two years ago, when he mov-
cd to his present place near CcntrevilIc.
He is one of the finest men in the COun.
try is said to he quite well informed
upon subjects ola public nature. Mrssrs
Wight and Wit,cr are both original
thinkers, rcrsoncrs and investigators, as
well as liberal, progressive, go.ahcad
men. Mr.. Wight is II native Of Maine
Has been II logger tor n number Of years
in this county and member Of the last
board OF County Commissioners. He
makes good Commissioner.
Mr. Wittcr is also an eloquent and
graceful writer, u mechanical genius.
One who does not desire official position,
but will creditably fill any position he
may be placed in. lie is native of
Kentucky. Has been II Union soldier.
Has lived in Missouri, Texas and Arkan-
sas before coming here. Has lived here
about four years. Is n partner Of the
firm of Bennett & Witter who are build
ing n mill on Pill Chuck
The Democratic candidates are Wm.
Whitfield, Chas. Hartman and +. IL.
Hancock.
Mr.. Whitfield has lived in the country
long time. Has always borne an cX-
cellcnt reputation as a workman and
man. Is supposed to be well qualified,
stands good chance of election, and il
elected we expect will make Il good COM
missioner
Mr.. Hartman IS the representative
man Of the Skikomish valley has filled
many public positions creditubly will
probably be elected. Has been mem.
her Of the Legislature, also County Com
missioner, we believe several times. Has
always given excellent satisfaction as a |
commissioner. BY occupation he is II
farmer.
Mr. Hancock resides on the Stillaguam-
ish. Has been in the Territory quite n
long time. Has fine ranch partly on
the flats and partly on high land adion.
ing. He is cautious and reserved IN his |
actions, possessed Of considerable local |
influence, not seeker for the Office, nor
one inclined to do anything,rnshly. The
interests of the county would not I've
rashly endangered in bis hands,
The candidates for School Supt., are
Hugh Ross and j. Town. Mr. Ross the
Republican candidate, has lived on the
river since 1854. Has been log-runner,
running most of the logs cut on the river
since that time. Has filled number of |
public positions; been Coroner for the
past four years. Is too well known to
need further notice would take pride |
in performing the duties OF his office.
His opponent, Mr.. Town, is a thor
ough Democrat, farmer and school-teach- |
er would feel it to be matter of duty |
to devote his attention chiefly to the Of |
flee, and perform all of its duties accord
ing to the best Of bis ability.
J. 7. Cotton, the Democratic candi- |
date for County Surveyor, is an old sol |
dier, working, thorough going
farmer, and much of a gentleman. He
is now draining and improving claim |
on the Big Marsh, some few miles from
town. Has no competitor
Dr. A. C. Folsom is too we'll known to
need comment from us. lie is the candi-
date of both parties for Coroner. Is now
Co. Snpt. of Schools. His qualities as
surgeon, physician, and lecturer are
well known over the whole coast. We
have done more literary and other men
tai work with him than with any other
man. Increased acquaintance has only
resulted in increased respect for his lite
rary and scientific attainment, and in
creased friendship for him as a true gen.
tlemanly friend and companion.
SAN Francisco, Oct. 30. During the
storm last night a two story frame house