Rensselaer Semi-Weekly Republican, Volume 20, Number 50, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 24 February 1899 — That Prohibition Convention. [ARTICLE]

That Prohibition Convention.

The Prohibitionists of the 10th congressional district, held a meeting at Monon Friday the 17tb, for the purpose of organizing the 10th District for more effective work. I. S. Wade of Lafayette, was elected Dis. chairman, also Dis. evangelist for the coming year, expects to make_a school house canvass in the nine counties in this district in the interest of Prohibition. Had a very interesting meeting. Messrs. Bone and Stinespringfrom Lafayette, were enthusiastic and forcible speakers, also a Mr. Rockford gave some practical suggestions, several ministers were present and were not afraid to talk. The White Ribbon sisters were present, it being Frances Willard’s Memorial day. The beginning of conference was spent in eulogies written and extemporaneous, all were good. Rev. Haynes put it, “She uncrowned queen of America, but now crowned in heaven.”

Jasper Kenton,

Co. Chairman.