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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1914
Page
4
A Mexican, allegedly genuine terror struck him after a hotel top story scare. He reportedly looked under a bed before retiring and fell, breaking his neck. The piece notes rumor, fear, and unverified sensational claims about monsters and ships, cautioning readers about sensational storytelling.
A brief note discusses the unreliability of political commitments as financial or practical guarantees, highlighting how promises may fail to translate into concrete actions or funding. It considers the gap between campaign pledges and real-world outcomes.
An Iowa editorial urges voters to oppose A B Cummins in the U S Senate primary and back A B Savage a Republican aligned with party principles and regular nominees, arguing protectionism benefits foreign countries and harms Iowa farmers.
A. Savage, Republican candidate for United States Senator to succeed A. B. Cummins, vows to uphold protectionist principles and other core platform values neglected in Iowa. He pledges full representation and advocacy of the party’s policy program.
J. P. Hadley of this city enters the June primary as the Bull Moose candidate for Representative with no opposition in his party. He is expected to secure the progressive nomination for the general election in November. The first lap may be smooth but the home stretch will bring gales squalls rapids and whirlpools.
The piece questions how many Republicans Bull Moose leaders expect to assist in nominations this year, predicting they will refuse to back any candidate. It notes GOP voters should not overreact to a Bull Moose bid, given past defections and widespread graft concerns across the country.
Local readers question Chas C Smith of Griswold about his party affiliation as he seeks the Republican nomination for Representative. Accusations claim he voted Bull Moose two years ago, raising eligibility concerns and calls for clear disclosure before the spring primary. If he voted taft or remained silent, voters deserve full facts prior to casting ballots.
A detailed critique accuses A B Cummins of neglecting Iowa farmer interests during his Washington tenure and critics urge farmers to vote for A C Savage, a Republican who supports protective policies for farmers against foreign dumping.
A call to action urges thorough organization of Republican forces in every school district across the county. Leaders are urged to treat this as the first duty of the county committee to strengthen party structure and mobilize volunteers.
A commentary notes many view present day Progressiveism as a shortcut to political favors. The piece questions the practicality and ethics of relying on progressive principles for policy gains.
The Register Leader reports Republicans form battle lines with A B Cummins and A C Savage as contenders. No word from Cummins on campaign plans while C Nye is chosen to manage Savage's bid. Progressives deny aiding Savage and say they and Savage are far apart.
A. S. Perryman of Cumberland visited the city on Saturday to campaign for the Republican nomination for Representative. He advocates a clean, manly effort and his candidacy is meeting general favor locally.
Hon A C Savage of Adair seeks the Republican nomination for U S Senator and will contest the field with Senator Cummins. Savage is named by regular Republicans as a loyal advocate and reliable representative of their views. Fontanelle Observer.
An improbable tale of a young man allegedly planning to steal a young lady's garter during a public school class recital. The report hints at secretive circles and inside knowledge as the motive behind the attempted theft.
A political appeal urges Iowa voters to back A. C. Savage for U.S. Senator. It argues Savage supports Republican principles and will back measures to protect the American home market, benefiting local producers over foreign competition.
A man explains his decision to trade his house for an automobile with a wry remark he will barely use the home once the new car is owned. He suggests the car will be his primary focus and travel will dominate his days.
FF. A. Turner in Avoca Journal Herald argues that primary law gives any citizen right to run for the U.S. Senate. He notes critics once condemned Cummins for challenging Allison and says Savage also deserves an equal chance without motive attacks.
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