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The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
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The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
Early Sweet Potatoes Bring Good
Price

Early summer sweet potatoes
do yield as much as the fall
4 sbut the increased price will
usually make up for any deficien-
ey in bushels. A. p. Spencer,
district agent for the University
of Florida Extension Division,
gives two ways in which plants
for the early crop may be obtain
ed. In the first place the pota-
toes are planted in seed bed
during February or early March.
1t will be necessary to hurry
the potatoes so that slips may be
had for planting early in April.
To do this put layer of stable
manure four inches deep over t
bed, cover this with two inches OF
earth. Lay the potatoes on this
as closely as possible without al
lowing them to touch each other.
Cover the potatoes with q thin
layer of pine straw. Then barely
cover the whole with earth. Pro-
tect the bed from cold winds and
provide shelter during cold
nights. Keep the bed sprinkled,
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT

l hereby announce that | am a candi-
date for reelection for the office of Sup
erintendent of Public instruction for De-
Soto county.
Three years ago when / was honored
by appointment to an unexpired term, l
felt that / was charged with a sacred
trust, and it was with this consciousness
of the responsibility and Importance of
the office that rendered my name to the
people for election in the primaries of
1914 to complete this unexpired term.
In three years we have heightened the
term from General School Fund from
five to seven months. Twenty eight
new school houses built or under con-
struction, which raised the value of
school property from 100000 to s325,000.
Beginning next year. by part payment
of expenses, a high school education will
be placed within the reach of every
child completing the eighth grade in ru-
raj schools.
Thanking you for your support in the
coming election, L am
Sincerely
JAS. o. Buckley.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
Eos country SURVEYOR

To the Voters of DeSoto County, Florida.
l hereby announce myself as candi-
date for the nomination to the office OF
County Surveyor of DeSoto County, sub
ject to the action of the Democratic Pri-
mary of June 6, 1916.
Having had considerable experience
pertaining to this office, | am familiar
with the work connected with same, and
feel fully capable of performing the du-
ties of the office in an efficient manner
and If nominated and elected will give
NV time and best efforts to the discharge
of the duties of said office.
l will appreciate your support
Very truly yours.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

but do not drown the heat OF the
manure. When slips are large e.
nough plant them Immediately in
the field. Do not attempt to make
cuttings from the vines if a crop
is to be made from them.
The second way to obtain an
early crop is to plant the sweet
potato just as the Irish potato,
Cut the potato in pieces and
plant about two inches deep IN
gray sandy loan. They may be
planted out in South Florida a
bout March 20 and in North Flor
ida about April 10. The warmer
the location the faster the pota-
toes will grow.
Either of these methods will
probably produce potatoes by Jul
lily. Keep them well titled and
growing well, because the first
man to reach the market will get
the best price. There should be
no trouble in selling them because
Irish potatoes will probably be
high and they are the nearest sub
stitutes. The Triumph or Big
Stem Jersey will give an early
crop.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

To the Democratic Electors of DeSoto
County;
l hereby announce my candidacy fer
the office of Prosecuting Attorney for
DeSoto County, subject to the Demo-
mary.
| realize the Importance of this Office
as a financial asset of the County as
well as a means to the enforcement of
law and the preservation of order there
in. The success of a County Court and
its benefit to the tax payer may be
measured by the dilligent, energetic and
impartial administration of the duties of
it's Prosecuting Attorney.
If nominated and appointed / shall
give to the duties imposed upon me con-
scientious, energetic and undivided serv-
ice. Most respectfully,
l. GRADY BURTON.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
rop sHERlEE

To the People of DeSoto County: !,
hereby announce that / am candl-
date for re- election to the office OF Sher-
if of DeSoto County, subject to the ac-
ton of the Democratic party, at the en-
neople of this County, and | invite the
most searching investigation Of it II
again chosen | promise to use the same
diligence for the conservation OF the law
and order in the future as | have used IN
the past. Thanking you for your confi-
dence in the past, and earnestly solicit
your support in the coming primary.
Sincerely yours,
j. L. DISHONG.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR SHERIFF

To the Voters of ReSoto County:
l hereby announce that ] am candl-
date for the office of Sheriff of DeSoto
County in the primary election to be
held June 9Th, 1916. | feel that, with
the eight years experience as Sheriff of
DeSoto County. am fully qualified to
handle the office to the best interests OF
the taxpayer, and, If you elect me /
will give you the best service that is IN
me. Thanking you in advance for your
support in the coming primary.
'' A. c. FREEMAN
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
For clerk of Circuit Court

To the Voters of DeSoto County:
/ hereby announce myself a candidate
for denomination to the office of Clerk
of the Circuit Court, in the Democratic
Primary to be held June 9Th. 1916.
If the people Of DeSoto County in their
wisdom, see fit to again honor me with
their confidence, / promise to give them
the same faithful service and courteous
treatment, as / have endeavored to do in
the past.
With my experience, as your Clerk for
the past few years, l feel that / am
thoroughly qualified to render you thor
ough and efficient service, and shall
feel very grateful If you will again honor
me with this trust
Sincerely yours.
A. L. DURRANCE.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

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The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOB sHERlEE

To the Voters of DeSoto County: :,
/ hereby announce that ] am candl-
date for the Democratic nomination 10
the office of Sheriff of DeSoto county IN
1914 feel fully capable of dischargng
the duties of this office in an efficient
manner; and, if elected, will use my best
efforts to that end. endeavoring 70
maintain peace and order and q respect
for all laws. in the best interests OF the
county. ro.,
Wauchula.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

I hereby announce myself candidate
for the Office of Prosecuting Attorney in
and for DeSoto County, subject to the
action of the Democratic primary. In
1911 / was elected to this position, but
the County Court was abolished shortly
thereafter and before 1 had a chance to
show the people of DeSoto County my
appreciation of their support
If again elected to this position, / as
sure you that the duties of the office
shall receive my best and closest atten-
ton. GEORGE LEITNER
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR COUNTY PROSECUTING ATToR-
NEY

To the Voters and People of DeSoto
County. Florida:
The 1915 session of the Florida Legis-
lature created a County Court for Desc
to County 1t was necessary for the
Governor to appoint a Prosecuting At
torney for said court, to serve from the
date of his commission until the qualifl-
cation of his successor. who may be cho-
sen at the ensuing general election" On
the End day of June, 1915. received this
fidelity, and, with all the prudence with
which the Almighty has endowed me, |
have endeavored to fulfill the trust re-
posed in me.
l hereby announce my candidacy for
the Office of Prosecuting Attorney of De-
Soto County, Florida, subject to the ac-
ton of the Democratic Party in the June
primary.
Very truly
HUGH G. JONES.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR STATE SENATOR

To the Voters of the 27th Senatorial Dis
trict: In
/ am a candidate for Senator, ana VIII
nary / have had ample opportunity to
know the prevailing conditions and needs
Of the district and, If elected TO the sem
ate / will faithfully discharge the duties
u A. M. WILSON.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT

To the Voters of DeSoto County:
| hereby announce myself as candl-
date for the nomination to the office OF
of Public Instruction OF
DeSoto County, subject to the action OF
the Democratic Primary to be held June
9Th 1915 If the voters see cause to hon
or me with the office. l promise to give
my whole time and best efforts to the
performance of the duties of the office.
and the advancement of the educational
interests of the county.
Sincerely yours,
ID q Gil AVER
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

TO the Voters OF DeSoto County.
l hereby announce my candidacy Tor
denomination to the Office of Tax Col
lector for DeSoto County, subject to the
Democratic primary, and respectfully
ask your support for such nomination;
For past Kindness and consideration ]
thank you very much. and If reelected
promise to give my time and best efforts
to the faithful performance of the duties
pertaining to the office.
Very respectfully,
CYRIL BALDWIN.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FoR COUNTY JUDGE

| HEREBY announce myself as a candi-
date for nomination to the office OF
County Judge of DeSoto County in the
primary election to be held June
9Th, 1916 If elected to this office ! VIII
make every effort to discharge the duties
thereof diligently and faithfully to the
best OF my ability. / solicit, and will APP
preciate the support of every vote"
Respectfully,
GEO w. WHITEH URST.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR MEMBER BOARD EDUCATION

To the Voters of School District No. .
DeSoto County:
/ take this means OF announcing my
self as a candidate for reelection as q
member of the DeSoto County Board OF
Education from District No. 3. | pledge
TO give to the county my very pest serV-
ice il again elected to this office
Respectfully,
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
rop couNrv TAX ASSESSOR

I will be candidate in the June Pri-
mary for reelection to the office of Tax
Assessor. At present this office means
lot 10 Won. / am familiar with the work;
tive 1t an earnest thought; your sup
port will be appreciated.
Yours,
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

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Paid Political Advertisement
EoR cIRcuLT JUDGE

To the Voters of the Tenth Judicial Cir
cult of Florida:
/ hereby announce myself candidate
for the Judgeship of the Circuit Court OF
the Tenth Judicial Circuit of the state
Of Florida, subject to the action OF the
Democratic primary. II nominated ana
APPOINTED / shall discharge the duties OF
the office fairly. impartially and to the
best of my ability. | shall appreciate
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K. E. BROWN.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

The Polk county fair is in "full
blast" at Lakeland and is prov
ing a great success.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
MISCELLANEOUS

VISITING CARDS-visiting cards
printed from appropriate type faces. lin
en- or vellum finish. rs for Soc. so for 76c..
100 for s1.O0.-THE HERALD.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
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WANTED--Your orders for job print
ing. Commercial stationery our speci-
atty. Work neatly and tastfully exc
cuted.-TTIE HERALD.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

HOUSES TO RENT OR SALE-One
seven-room two-story house, six large
rooms, three up stairs and three down
stairs, all plastured, located in Solana
and surrounded by good neighbors and
citizens, about one quarter of a mile
from the city limits Of Punta Gorda and
not far from Charlotte Harbor bay. Any
party desiring to purchase can get terms
from the owner. For further informa-
ton see or address the owner-H ].
Spence, PGnta Gorda. Fla.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

FOR RENT-The large store-room
formerly occupied by the Chadwick Dry
Goods Company, corner Marian avenue
and Taylor street, best business location
{ In town. Apply at THE HERALD Of
FYCE. If.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

FOR RENT-Unfurnished apartments
on Cross ST., near Bay shore. Lights.
water. sewer. Apply to R. X. SEWARD.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

Was appointed State Bank Examiner
March 2, 1912, by the present comptroller.
His experience in the Comptrpller's office
and as Bank Examiner qualities him for
the position he now aspires to-
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24
FOR RENT

FOR RENT-Nice cottage near water
Apply N. c. HEWITT. If.
The Punta Gorda herald. [volume] (Punta Gorda, Fla.) 1893-1958, 1916-02-24

H. G. MURPHY
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1916-09-05
Kenyon Says Congress Has Not
Settled the Railroad Controuersu
By G. Gould Lincoln
The courlsr's Special Washington Correspondent

Washington, D. c., Sept. 4.-What Is
to be the political effect of congress-
action, at the demand Of President
threatened for Labor day? The bill
creating the eight hour day for rail.
road employees had not come to vote
in either house before this question
was uppermost in the minds of poll
ticians in Washington.
The prediction is made here that
the action Of the democratic congress
at the behest of the president Ia to
furnish one Of the main issues Of the
coming campaign. H.. ... "
The feeling is growing in Washing.
ton that mistake was made by con-
gress in permitting itself to be forced
into legislation by the threat of the
unions to tie up the commerce of the
country, and while the unions practic-
ally held stop watch over the heads
ing that the issue must still be fought
out between the unions and the own
ers of the railroads and that the action
of the administration and the demo
cratic congress In permitting them.
selves to be coerced was but another
example of an effort on their part to
maintain peace at any price. o/
Senator Kenyon Of Iowa. in force
full speech, shortly before the eight
hour bill was passed by the senate, de-
clared: II propose to know what the
effect of such legislation would be up
on the hundreds of thousands of rail.
road men outside the brotherhoods
and upon the shippers and consumers
me to vote"
The opinion 80 forcefully expressed
by Senator Kenyon was that of other
republican senator's who, like Senator
Kenyon, voted against the bill. Sena-
tor Borah Of Idaho, republican, gave 1t
as his Arm opinion that had congress
passed a Joint resolution, approved by
the president, calling upon the brother
hoods to postpone the strike and say
ing that congress had seriously under
taken to enact remedial legislation
the strike would have been as dead on
Labor day as it will be when this bill
passes" He based his belief, he said
on the intelligence and patriotism OF
the men themselves composing the
brotherhoOds. 81
Senator Kenyon told the senate that
he believed in an eight hour day, that
he had always voted while In con
gress, for legislation calculated to bet
ter the conditions Of the laboring man
'I am anxious to assist the man
who tolls to a day, eight hours Of
which shall be for work, eight hours
for rest and eight hours for recreation
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1916-09-05
RAILROAD STRIKE
CRISIS IS PASSED
CONTINUED From Page ~
Cost 10 Enormous.

Cost 10 Enormous.
Railroad officials have declared that
the action of congress will cost them
$60, 10000 a year in increased wages
to the trainmen. Brotherhood officials
say the enactment will mean not more
than an annual increase OF 100000, 900.
In congress and among the railroad Of
ficials there has existed doubt as to the
const1tutionality of the law, but what
steps, if any may be taken to test this
has not been indicated.
The measure embraces all of Presi-
dent Wilson's original proposals to the
employees and the railroad heads, al
though it is only part Of the legisla-
tive program he took to congress last
Tuesday when his negotiations had
failed.
Cancellation Orders Issued.
Issuance of the orders of cancella-
ton followed a meeting Of the four
brotherhoods and thirteen remaining
members of their committee Of $40.
AS quickly as the decision was an
nounced clerks rushed to telegraph of.
fees with arm loads Of code messages,
prepared in advance.
The original plan to wait until the
president had signed the bill before
calling off the strike was abandoned
in order to facilitate transmission Of
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1916-09-05
FOX HUNT STARTS
/. EAST OF THE CITY
FIRST CHASE WILL BE HELD THIS
EVENING At JOE LEM
HAUsER'S FARM.

The revival Of fox hunting in this
vicinity attracted several hundred low
ers of the chase to the Joe Leinhauser
farm, one and half miles east OF town
today to witness the events which Will
be continued until Saturday night
Many of the visitors have camping out
fits with them to remain throughout
the week and many more are expected
to visit the farm each evening TOR the
chase q
The meet opened this afternoon
when drag was held at 2 o'clock.
This evening at eight o'clock the chase
for all ages will be held In competition
for the silver cup offered by Col. Roger
Williams of Lexington, KY, and for
three diamond studded collars.
A large number Of dogs are entered
in the events which promise to be
quite interesting. The female chase
and a chase for pups under fifteen
months are two much talked of events.
On Wednesday and Thursday, SAINT
Kirkpatrick and Congressman G. w.
Ramseyer will speak and on Thursday
and Friday the Agency band will fur.
nish music.
The public is invited to attend the
meet the success of which will prob.
ably revive the annual fox hunt in this
locality.
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1916-09-05
DEATH REMOVES
:. CHARLTON M0Y0R
J. C. COPELAND DIES AFTER SEW.
ERAL WEEKS ILLNEs-WELL
KNOWN IN VICINITY.

Charlton. Sept. ii. c.. Copeland,
mayor Of Charlton. died Sunday even
ing at $3.50 o'clock at his home here,
after an illness Of several weeks Of heart
trouble. The deceased who was sixty
one years old, is survived by his widow,
two daughters and son, Katherine,
Emma Laura and Lawrence, step
son and daughter, Henry McCollough
and Mrs. Dorothy Baughm and two
brothers, George Of Marion, Ohio and
Arthur Of Rochester, Ind. $50,
Mr.. Copeland was born in Kenton o.
and came to Charlton in 1879, being the
first county attorney Of Lucas county
At the time of his death he was presi.
dent Of the Charlton National bank and
was member Of the Masonic order. the
Knights of Pythias. the Modern Wood
men and other orders.
The funeral will be held Tuesday aft
ernoon at 2 o'clock from the home bur
ial being made in the Charlton ceme-
terry.