Democratic Sentinel, Volume 8, Number 14, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 2 May 1884 — Would Do His Duty. [ARTICLE]

Would Do His Duty.

“We are going to have a pretty warm campaign,” said Col. Morganliead to McFlail, the reporter. “Yes, I think so. Who do you think will be nominated for Governor ?” “Can’t tell; but I know one thing.” “What’s that?” “I’m not a candidate, although I have received several letters from prominent men asking me to run; but, to tell the truth, I wouldn’t have the office. ” ' “I am sorry to hear that, for I have he&rd several men mention your name favorably, and I contemplate publishing their views. ” “Don’t do it, please, for, as I tell you, I wouldn’t be a candidate for anything. Say,” calling the reporter, who started across the street. “Well” “Go ahead and publish the interviews.” “And say that you positively decline?” “Yes ” “All right.” “Say.” “Well?” “Needn’t say that I positively decline. Just say that I don’t want the office.” “All right.” “Say." “Well?” “Needn’t say that, even. I don’t want to put you to any trouble. Hold on a minute. Just say that if elected I would endeavor to discharge my duty. Arkansaw Traveler.