Democratic Sentinel, Volume 18, Number 36, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 21 September 1894 — WOULD BEGOVERNORS [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

WOULD BEGOVERNORS

MEN WHO ARE NOW ATTRACTING PUBLIC ATTENTION. ifpliam of Wisconsin, Fisher of Michigan. Marvel ol Delaware, and Atkinson o* Georgia—Each Is Miking Energetic Efforts to Win th© Kacc. John Gary Evans. The Hon. John Gary Evans, the reform convention's uominee for Governor ot~South Car lina, is the author

of the dispensary laws that have recently attracted so much attention. He was born in Cokesbury, S. Cl., 31 years ago and is the secoud son of the late Gen. N. G. Evans.“the hero of Ball's Bluff.” and his mother was aj sister of Gen. M. W. j Gary. He was graduated from Union C. 1lege, Schenectady, N.

Y., in I*B3, studicd' ons GARY bvans law with his uncle. Major W. T. Gary, and was admitted to the bar in 1860. Beginning the practice of his profession in Aikon, he scon established a reputation in legal circles and in 18Ss. was sent to the State House of Representatives. Later he was sent to the State Senate. •)oflha» If. Marvll. Joshua H. Marvil, Republican eandidate for Governor of Delaware, has never been a candidate for office be-

fore. He is a native of Sussex County, and is 55) years old. He was brought up on a farm and ha 1 meager educational advantages. Ear y in life he becamo a sailor, and later took to boatbui ding. When lie was 28 years of age, he started the manufacture of agricultu-

ral implements in Laurel. In is»7o the great peach business of Delaware led him to begin the manufacture of baskets and crates and his piaht has grown to such large proportions that its annual output is “(HJO.COi) fruit baskets. tie has amassed a fortune of $250,000 in the business. Before tho war ho was a Democrat, but Abraham Lincoln's candidacy made him a Republican, and a Republican he has been ever since. Spi'iicer O. Fisher. The Democrats of Michigan nominate 1 Speneor O. Fisher to lead them in their gubernatorial fight. Ho wus

born in Hillsdale County fi f ty-o n o years ago, and in 1870 made West Bay City his heme. He soon became one of the most prominent business men of the place, making a fortune in tho lumber business, real estate, banks, street railways, and other enterprises. Twelv e years ago he began, to take a p 'ominont

hand in politi ‘s. He was Mayor of West Bay City for two terms, at tho expiration of which he was olocted member of Congress from his distrut. W. Y. A 1 kill Noil. The Democratic nominee for Governor of Georgia is Hon. W. Y. Atkinson. He is not yet forty years of

age and is one of tho youngest fjlen evor nominated for Governor of Georgia, Mr. Atkinson was born on a farm in Meriwether County. In early life ho lost his father, and had to work for a living, but by industry and perseverance ho was able to attend the university at Athens. Aftergradu-

ating, he studied law and was admitted to the bar and then moved to Newman, where he has since lived and practice;! his profession. He has served in tho Legislature and was chairman of tho Democratic State conventions in 185)0 and ’l)2. Mr. Atkinson has a very able political lieutenant in the person of his wife. •John T. Rich. John T. Rich, renominated by the Republicans of Michigan as their candidate for Governor, is a farmer. His

parents wore Vermonters, who removed to Crawford County, Pal, where the Governor was born in 1841. Seven years later the family removed to Michigan. Govornor Rich was elected to the State Legislature in 1872, where he served six years, being twice elected Speaker. In 1880 he was a promi-

nent candidate before tho convention for Governor. In tbe same year he was elected to the State Senate, resigning the position upon his election to Congress, where he served but one term. Returning to private life, he has been active in agricultural circles. In 1880 and again in 1888 he was appointed State Railroad Commissioner. David Overmerer. David Overmeyor, the Democratic nominee for Governor of Kansas, is a native of Ohio. He was born near

Centerville, in 1847, and received his education in Indiana at the Asbury University in Green Castle. He studied law and [ in 1870 hung out the proverbial shingle at Vernon. In 1883 he removed to Topeka, ■ where he soon rose to the head of his profession. His political faith has changed as many times as his res i -

dence. He was brought up a Democrat, became a’Republican before he was old enough to vote and after locating in Kansas returned to the Democratic party. In 1884 he was a member of the Kansas legislature. W. M. Upham. Major W. H. Upham, the Republican nominee for Governor of Wisconsin, is a native of Massachusetts, 53

years of age. He is one of Wisconsin’s best known citizens, and has had a career peculiarly striking. He enlisted in the Second Wisconsin Regiment at the ago of 18, and was terribly injured and taken prisoner at the first, battle of Bull Run.j The report reached: his home at Racine that he had been left dead on the battle-

field and a funeral service was held for him. After eight months in Libby

prison he was exchanged, and returned to Washington in a shattered condition. his wounds never having been properly dre-sed. President Lincoln beca'r.e interested in him and aopointed him a cadet to West Point. He completed his course with honor, and served with distinction in the regular army. Som > years a te:- ho became a civilian, and engaged in the lumltering business at Marshfield, where he has b en successful. He is a member of the Loyal Legion and of the G. -V. R.

JOSHUA H. MARVIL

W. Y. ATKINSON.

DAVID OVERMYER.

SPENCER O FISHER

JOHN T. RICH.

W. H. UPHAM.