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August 31, 1907
The Vinita Daily Chieftain
Vinita, Craig County, Oklahoma
What is this article about?
The Shawnee Herald secures a $12,450 contract to print ballots for Oklahoma's upcoming state election despite no immediate funds, with delivery guaranteed on time to Guthrie. Col. J. J. McAlester, a Democratic candidate, personally guarantees payment, relying on future legislative action.
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Election Ballots to be Delivered on Time.-J. J. McAlester Guarantees Printing Bill.
Shawnee, Okla., August 31.-The Shawnee Herald is laughing up its sleeve over the ease with which it captured the $12,450 contract for printing the ballots for the approaching state election. Printing concerns generally throughout the new state were leery of submitting bids as there were no funds on hand with which to pay the printer, who would have to depend upon the action of future legislators.
The Herald announces that the ballots will be delivered at Guthrie on time, and that Col. J. J. McAlester, one of three Democratic candidates for corporation commissioner, has guaranteed the payment of the bill and will trust to congress or the legislature to get his money back.
Shawnee, Okla., August 31.-The Shawnee Herald is laughing up its sleeve over the ease with which it captured the $12,450 contract for printing the ballots for the approaching state election. Printing concerns generally throughout the new state were leery of submitting bids as there were no funds on hand with which to pay the printer, who would have to depend upon the action of future legislators.
The Herald announces that the ballots will be delivered at Guthrie on time, and that Col. J. J. McAlester, one of three Democratic candidates for corporation commissioner, has guaranteed the payment of the bill and will trust to congress or the legislature to get his money back.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Election Ballots
Printing Contract
Shawnee Herald
J. J. Mcalester
Oklahoma Election
What entities or persons were involved?
J. J. Mcalester
Col. J. J. Mcalester
Where did it happen?
Shawnee, Okla.; Guthrie
Story Details
Key Persons
J. J. Mcalester
Col. J. J. Mcalester
Location
Shawnee, Okla.; Guthrie
Event Date
August 31
Story Details
Shawnee Herald wins ballot printing contract for state election despite lack of funds; J. J. McAlester guarantees payment.