Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1876-09-14
HAzELToN FOR CONGRESS.
Expression ofthe Press In r. regard TO his Bomi.
nation for Congress.

the press:
| From the Darlington Republican,
By action of the representatives Of
the Republican party IT this Congress
sional District, in con gention assem-
bled, Gao. G. HazeIson has been Sc
lected as its candidate for Member of
Congress- Rscogniz ng. as we do,
the obligations imposed on all mem
bers OF the party by the acts of it's
delegates, fairly and regularly cho.
sen, we place the name OF he cindi-
date with those of the nominees of
the National Republican Convention.
notwithstanding we should have
been better pleased if the long estab-
lished custom of the party had not
been needlsssly deviated from, we
shall give Mr. Hazelton as cheerful
and vigorous support as he and his
frien Is gave Magoon, and would have
given him in this campaign, had he
| been nominated. But not alone on
the basis of party ties or by the force
of party custom do we support him.
He is personally worthy the honor
which has been conferred on him, and
is prepared by experience in legisla-
tive halls, by extensive research, nat
ural ability of high order and
laudable ambition t, worthily fill the
position for which be has been NOM
mated, and to which he will be elect
cd.
Mr.. HazeIton is not unknown to
the people of this county. His repu-
tation extends over q large portion
of Wisconsin, and everywhere be has
warm friends, who have ever been
true to him, and who certainly will
| not forsake him in the time of his
success. He has many such among
the Republicans of this county. They
have become his friends on making
his personal acquaintance. He won
the respect and esteem of many PEG
pie here by his magnanimous conduct
two years ago. AS Is well remem-
bered, he was then an aspirant for
the nomination against Mr.. Magoon,
and after very protracted struggle
was beaten. He Immediately took
off his coat and labored until the
polls closed on the day of the cleo
ton for him against whom he strug-
gIed in convention. He left his home
and business, and came to this coun-
tv and went to other counties in the
district, and addressed large gather.
ings, in his able and effective way
70: the Der eft cf his successful rival.
Six years ago he pursued the same
course, after he was defeated ia con-
vention by Mr.. Barber. For this
reason, among others, we doubt not
that Mr. Magoon and his friends in
this and other counties, will give Mr..
Hazelton the same cordial support
they then received from him, and no
doubt would have received again had
the result of tho convention been
otherwise.
Mr.. Hazelton's ability to credita-
bly, represent this districtin Congress
will not be questioned; bis fidelity to
principle has been attestcd by his
own conduct; his personal character
is excellent; his habits are good; his
sympathies are with the peopls-:he
| masses; bis efforts will be in their be-
half, and his ambition will lead him
to strive and serve them faithfully
and well. That he will merit and re.
ceive their appreciation we have no
doubt.
From the State Jo1rnal.)
/ Tho Dannhlioopo IF thu Third
District nominated Hon Geo c
| Hazelton for Congress by unanim-
Gus vote. This ia a high and d serv-
ed compliment to one of the ablest
lawyers, soundest Republicans and
best speakers in the State. Ex-Sen-
ator Hazalton is about torty-two
years of age, and is splendid speci.
men of hard working, public spirit.
ed lawyer, with comprehensive
views of State and National affairs.
He is prompt and powerful in debate
speaking directly to tho point at
issue and is an accomplished presid.
ing officer. He was prominent as
State Senator from Grant five years
ago, and since then be has devoted
himself to his extensive law practice,
but has spoken in campaigns, for the
Republicans cause, when his pro-
tessional engagements permittt d.
Mr.. Hazelton is earnest and thought
full; and with him as with most think
ing men, added years have increased
bis popularity, deepened his convlc
tons, and enlarged his views We
predict that be will make repre-
sentative that the old Southwest
| District and the State will be proud
Of
From the Grant County Witness
Throughout the co untry there has
been q universal desire to put the
best men in nomination for office
this year. Men Of integrity and
ability have been sought for. In
| this district, with an unanimity and
good feeling which is sure indica-
ton of success, the Republican party
has placed the Hon. Geo. G. Hazel
ton in nomination for Congress. For
the hour and the political times no
better nomination could have been
made. Mr. Hazelton possesses 10 an
eminent degree all the qualifications
to discharge the duties of that office.