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June 10, 2005
Melton has his work cut out for him – CL Editorial
Melton has his work cut out for him – CL Editorial Fresh with a true mandate – 88 percent – Democrat Frank Melton takes office as Jackson mayor on July 4 with plenty of momentum, but a lot of problems facing the city. Melton recognizes the city has been in the leadership doldrums. His premier…
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June 8, 2005
It’s Over – And Just Beginning
by Alan Lange To no one’s real surprise, Frank Melton will be the next mayor of Jackson. What is surprising is the margins he ran up in the primary (against a two term incumbent) and the general election (against a well known Republican). Frank Melton (DEM) 24594 88.685% Rick Whitlow (REP) 3138 11.315% Total 27732…
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June 8, 2005
Melton as mayor offers great hope – CL Editorial
Melton as mayor offers great hope – CL Editorial The election – some might say “coronation” – of Democrat Frank Melton as Jackson mayor Tuesday excites great hopes, but not without some leavening caution. Melton cruised to victory over Republican Rick Whitlow Tuesday after thrashing incumbent Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. in the Democratic Primary May…
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June 8, 2005
Marshall Ramsey Cartoon
Marshall Ramsey Cartoon Editorial Clarion Ledger 6/8/5
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June 8, 2005
Mayor-elect planning 3 days of inauguration celebrations
Mayor-elect planning 3 days of inauguration celebrations Jackson Mayor-elect Frank Melton plans to spread inaugural festivities over three days, beginning with the swearing-in and concluding with a prayer service. But what Jacksonians are most interested in is Melton’s first speech as mayor, which will be after he is sworn in on July 1 at City…
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June 8, 2005
Former TV exec crushes GOP foe
Former TV exec crushes GOP foe Frank Melton stood with Rick Whitlow, his mayoral opponent, Tuesday night and said it’s time for business. In front of a cheering crowd, Melton, a Democrat, outlined his platform of unity and progress for Jackson during the next four years. “For the second time in my life I’m a…
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June 8, 2005
Jackson Election Returns (unofficial)
Jackson Election Returns (unofficial) 9:35 p.m. Winner W MAYOR (93 Of 94 Precincts Reporting) W Frank Melton (DEM) 24594 88.685% Rick Whitlow (REP) 3138 11.315% Total 27732 COUNCIL – WARD 1 (11 Of 11 Precincts Reporting) W Ben Allen (REP) 5501 100% Total 5501 COUNCIL – WARD 2 (10 Of 10 Precincts Reporting) W Leslie…
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June 8, 2005
Transition
This is where we can dump any thoughts or suggestions for key players in the transition of Jackson’s Next Mayor. Has anyone heard of people who will be prominent in the next administration?
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June 8, 2005
Candidate Victory Parties
I have talked to both candidates (Whitlow and Melton) in the last 24 hours. The Whitlow faithful will be gathering at his campaign HQ in the Ewing Building at 612 North State Street. Rick will be doing a live shot there for the 6:00 p.m. news tonight. The Melton faithful will gather at Dennery’s tonight…
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June 7, 2005
PREDICTIONS – General Election
This is your chance to get on record for what will happen with Tuesday’s General Election. This will also be the entry to hit as results come in.
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June 7, 2005
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June 7, 2005
Go Vote. Again!
Will it be Whitlow or Melton?
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