The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1938-04-30
RALLY STAGED
LAST EVENING

nounced for office, that he felt
fully qualified to assist in the adj
ministration of the affairs of the
county. Had no promises to
make, but promised to do all pos
sible to look after the interests
of the county, and prove an eff
ficient commissioner.
Rev. Gekeler Next
Then was introduced Rev. j. c.
Gekeler, who spoke in the inter
estS of the candidacy of Melvin E.
Russell, who was unable to ap-
pear. While the speaker omitted
references to the political angle,
he paid a glowing tribute to the
personality of Mr. Russell, his
ability as an educator, and his eff
forts in behalf of the children.
The speaker recalled the pleas
ant associations he had enjoyed
with Mr.. Russell, as an individual
and also as a member and Off
Gals of organizations, and painted
a comprehensive word picture OF
his activities as president of the
Key West Rotary Club. No bet
ter expression of the appreciation
of the ability of a friend, his sim
cerity of purpose and desire to
accomplish good for the students
of today, who will be the leaders
of tomorrow, than Rev. Gekeler's
summary of the character, ability
and earnestness of purpose of Mr.
Russell has ever been heard.
WorleY Then Heard
Following Rev. Gekeler, G.. A
Worley, candidate for state at
torney for the 18th judicial Dis
trict, was introduced. Mr.. Worley
voiced his appreciation of the at
tendance accorded the speakers,
and devoted a brief space of time
to his accomplishments since en-
tcring the political field, casually
mentioning the fact that as his
assistants in the office he had
with him in Miami, Joseph Otto,
formerly of Key West, and in this
city, J. Lancelot Lester. Able
and conscientious attorneys, who
had proven themselves to be
worthy of the greatest trust.
Mr.. Worley gave a resume Of
his career, his successful admin
istratiOn of the office to which he
aspires to, by reelection, and as
sured the voters of Key West
their support next Tuesday would
be deeply appreciated.
Judge Ward Takes Stand
David Elmer Ward was the
next speaker. Judge Ward is
county judge of Lee county, and
also holds other offices through
election by the people. He is now
seeking election to the office OF
state senator from the oath sena-
torial district, and his address
was devoted to matters pertain
ing to the work in connection
with that office.
The speaker gave a brief his
tory of his life, his struggles to
attain the position in the legal
world which he now holds, and
stated that for many years the
senator from the district had al
ways been from Monroe county.
Mr.. Ward gave a sincere and en-
tertaining talk on his campaign
and was heard with the greatest
attention.
Filler Gives Talk
Next to address the audience
was Henry H. Filler. who spoke
but briefly and to the point, on
his candidacy for the office of
representative in congress from
the 4th congressional district. He
called to the attention of his
hearers the fact that he was a
native of Key West, and ever held
in his heart the interest of his
home city,
There arc a number of things
which Key West needs. among
them being opening of the naval
station. a force of troops at the
barracks, completion of the intra-
coastal waterway from Bahia
Honda to Key West. continuation
of the bridges over the structures
of the railroad from Big Pine Key
TO the boulevard, and an adequate
supply of fresh water.
Mr.. Filler recounted his record
in the politically constructive life
of Dade county. his work along
the lines of education. and prom
iScd that If he is elected, he will
earnestly strive TO bring about the
accomplishment of the needs
which must lie next 10 the heart
Of every resident of Monroe
county
Russell Gives Address
Next speaker introduced wa:
Everett ". Russell. who Is max
ing his first political entrance II
the field. and asks the voters fOl
theiT vote 90 send HIM 10 ITALIA
haSSee as representative n thS
legislature Mr. Russell an
noUnced that he was no speech