, 1888-12-06
HERE THEY ARE.
Possible Candidates for the
Spring Election.
Spicy Gossip About the Local
Political Outlook.
Tho Mayoralty Contest and the Council
manic right-Mr. Baylv VIII Re
tire From the Field.

Now that the national, territorial and
county elections are back numbers, local
politicians are quietly investigating the
municipal situation. Aspirants for office
are already laying their plans for the local
fight, which will take place early in
April. They are doing considerable work
in quiet and systematic manner, and ere
long the heat of the campaign will burst
forth with all its force and fury.
As to the possible candidates for the
mayoralty the name OF Major Waters is
frequently heard. His friends do not deny
that that gentleman is ambitious for the
office though the major is silent on the
issue. He does not acquiesce in the senti-
ment or scout the correctness OF its tend
ency. The major has represented ward |
in the council, and has played q very con-
spicuous role in the administration of the
affairs Of the city. Mayor Hoover, 1t is
said, is feeling his way for reelection,
frequently mentioned in the same connec-
tion. The latter, however. Is not thirst.
ing for local honors and positively declines
10 be candidate for sny Office. His
friends, however, are urging him to take
up the gauntlet. To the REVIEW reporter
Mr.. Bailey said he would not entertain any
proposition OF the kind as he has no am.
bition TO become shining staE in the local
political armament. He will henceforth
give his entire attention to his private at
fairs.
In the aldermanic contest very few
names have been mentioned but develop
ments may be looked for at an early date.
Several of the present representatives will
enter the fight for reelection. Alderman
Dean, from ward Q, very good man
with a clean record will probably bob up
sereney in the April contest. His running
mate Mr.. Bailey, will not accompany him
in the race. Aldermen Tull and johnson
may try for reelection but it is generally
said they will have strong opposition.
Fotheringham, from ward 8 is good
man and while he is not desirous Of con-
tinuing in Office his friends are prevailing
upon him to do 30. Kohlhauf, the coun-
Gilman from the same ward, and chairman
of the committee on street improvements
and sewers, q pioneer OF Spokane, is not
over anxious to wear the mantle of alder
manic distinction any longer. He has
again he would certainly receive strong
support. MIR. Kaufman. from ward l.
is mentioned for reelection.
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The friends Of Joe Warren say il would
be difficult matter to defeat him for the
Office of chief of police, as he has always
performed his duty in q fearless manner.
Though democrat, he does not believe in
carrying politics in,o local affairs, and will
probably run as a candidate at large. The
chief has resided in the territory twenty
four years. He has arrested many hard
characters. 1t was only few years ago
that he arrested the famous half-breed
desperado, Jackson, and brought him to
Spokane. Eugene Hyde was then city
marshal, and Immediately gave the chief
position on his force. "Billy" Gillespie
will oppose the chief for the office. He is
one of the best known officers in town, has
good record, and is popular. Personally
he and the chief are very friendly and the
fight will be entirely upon the merits of
the candidates. Gillespie has been acting
chief at various times.
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Candidates for city treasurer have not
made their appearance as yet, but a great
many may be looked for at any early date.
Mr.. Bertrand, the present incu umbent. was
elected over Mr.. Newton ut the last elec.
ton. The former will doubtless make the
fight again.
OLD ROMANS IN TROUSERS.