Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1882-06-08

AsnIrants for Political Honors.

GEORGE p. MATHES. EDITOR.
Asplrants for Political HOnOrs.
This being the biennial season when
the citizen uses his right Of political
dover in choosing county officers for
the two years succeeding the first of
January next, the seeker after official
honOrs is a numerous quantity and one
which is not to be lightly disposed Of
Although it is rather early in the year
to commence political predictions it is
reasonably safe to infer that each of the
leading candidates for the arm chairs in
the various county offices is pretty well
informed as to his chances for appro-
priating his particular loaf at the com
ing political feast.
Earlier in the season the air was full
Of candidates and rumors Of candidates,
but as the scythe-bearer proceeds on his
go-as-you-please course the murky at
mosphere clears and certain well defined
forms ale diStinguishable out of the in
choate mass of uncertainties Judging
from the names presented on the Re-
publican side the suffrage holders of
that party are liable to be put in much
the same position at their primary cleo
tion rs was Paris in the mythical tale of
the heroic ages. All recognize the fact
that while 50 many may be called but
few will be chosen and there will be no
peace for the wicked as convention time
draws nearer
The office of Sheriff being supposed to
approach nearer to gold mine than any
other, and tie occupant being by stat
ute made and provided, dumped out on
the cruel mercies of the world just rs he
has his official seat well warmed, has
had in all ages the most numerous list
of seekers. The present year, if there
is any truth in reports, is not to be an
exception.
First on the list Of probable candidates
comes Mr.. James Barnett, of Boscobel,
whose banner came near carrying victo-
~ with it in the contest two years ago
Mr.. Barnett is wei known throughout
the county, and if he Is elected would
undoubtedly make a good officer. If he
enters the lists in earnest he will proba-
bly, have a backing from the northeast
part of the county
Next ON the list comes Mr.. Jap Rev
ey, Of Plattcville, who was also one of
the competitors for the sheriilship two
year. ago, and had II strong following
at his back. He is at present deputy
sheriff, having been appointed by Sher-
in Lane upon his entrance into office.
As Mr.. Rewey is SO far the only candi-
date from the south part of the county
he viii probably receive the support of
that section with the exception of scat
iering delegates who 60 to other of the
candidates.
Third ON the list is Mr.. Ora Richards
the present under-Sheritf. position he
has held for three terms and filled so
acccptably as to make ii almost mat
ter of course that the place should be
rendered him by incoming sheriff His
past record, which is most excellent, will
without doubt bring u large number Of
votes to his standard. Although young
MIR Richards has shown an ability and
fidelity to official interests that have
served to make him extremely popular
with all classes who appreciate good
and faithful officer
Another prospective candidate is Mr.
Louis Bctlcr, of Patch Grove, an old
soldier and prominent man in his own
section. lie has many friends whowould
like to see him secure the prize, and he
will take the delegation Of his home town
and perhaps some of those immediately
adjoining
The list is completed by Mr.. John
Dolphin, of Glen Haven, whose name
has been frequently mentioned in con
ncction with this office. Mr.. Dolphin Is
comparatively young man who once
stood among the BOYS in Blue. He has
served his town in official capacity for
several wears with great satisfaction,
and should he continue in the fight will
disclose respectable following.
For the office of Clerk of the Court
three candidates have so far ranged
themselves under the wire.
The present incumbent, Mr., Herman
Buchncr may be said 70 have the pole,
owing "a the general satisfaction which
he has given during the three terms that
he has held that Office The strongest
argument against his denomination vii
lie in the fact that his official career ha,
been extended over six years. but then
against this will be urged the preccden
that his predecessor held office for foui
terms. Another factor is Buchner' ma
tionality. which will undoubtedly secur,
him the support of German Republicans
quantity Of no mean dimensions
Having administered his office with abil
lily he may be said to have a good griI
on the ladder
Pressing him close will come Hon
Henry kcene, Of Hurricane, ex-membel
OF the legislature and an old soldier
Mr.. Keene possesses the qualification
and ability to make an excellent oflicia
should he reach the top of the ladder
He has served his fellow citizens in nu
merous capacities. and always with du,
credit to himself and profit to them
which viii add much to his strength
The last ON the list but not the least
certainly So far as work and activity go
is A. {. Morse, of Fennimore, who i'm
agines he would lotk well in the Clerl