Iowa Preachers Split Over Meredith Endorsement
The Des Moines Ministerial Association and allied bodies have endorsed Meredith as a dry candidate, while concerns arise over a possible shift if he is revealed as a wet. The Enterprise urges remaining ministers to secure a clear abstinence statement from Meredith before endorsing him, then publish it. The piece also notes the Iowa National Guards’ readiness concerns and announces an Old Soldier’s Reunion address by Col. Dave Palmer on August 10 and Col. John Mills on August 11.
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Des Moines
Merédith
Meredith
Lowa
Prohibition Party
Iowa
Enterprise
Coon Rapids
Dave'' Palmer
National
John Mills
G. A. R. Department of Iowa
Anita
Col. Palmer
Col. Mills
Republican and Democrat speakers set for Oakland Chautauqua opening
Voters from Anita and nearby areas will travel to Oakiland on August 12 to hear W. L. Harding Republican nominee for Governor and EE. T. Meredith Democratic nominee for Governor on the first day of the Oakland Chautauqua. The piece notes editorials and political maneuvering around Harding’s candidacy and state expenditure, including criticism of state fish and game department salaries.
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Anita and
Vicinity
Oakiland
W. L. Harding
EE. T. Meredith
Oakland Chautauqua
Fish and Game Department
Johogon County
Harding
Towa
City
Iowa
Iowa Campaign Echoes on Prohibition and Highways
The piece reviews Iowa political factions in a dull week of campaigning. It questions Meredith's highway stance and attacks Republican tactics on prohibition. It argues the Governor cannot control saloon return and calls for clear positions from candidates and voters.
Republican Texture in Iowa Campaign Probed by Leaders
In Des Moines the GOP faces calls to reveal Merediths dry record and voters hear warnings about Democrats and damaged ideals. Senator Allen defends loyalty to winners and urges action against party leaders while criticizing local press for booze policy coverage.
Iowa voters to learn Meredith dry record for Governor
The piece argues for Meredith as Iowa voters study his record while highlighting Republican platform unity from Des Moines. It accuses The Register-Leader of slander against Lieutenant-Governor Harding and notes Harding’s opposition to paving. It mentions Senator Allen and Cosson backing Harding against Meredith.
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Mason City Globe Gazette
Register
Harding
Leady
Cummins
Des Moines
Allen
Iowa
Tribune
Times-Epublican
Council Bluffs
Cosson
Coon Rapids Enterprise
Register-Leader
Meredith
Meredith denies hedging on road issue in Cumberland Enterprise
The Cumberland Enterprise defends Meredith against hedging charges over road policy. It notes his support for 366 day roads and argues farmers doubt 365 day roads without paving. It cites Des Moines Register and Leader, Council Bluffs Nonpariel, and Marshalltown Times-Republican backing Meredith and contrasts Harding’s stance on bonds and paved roads.
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Meredith
Enterprise
Lowa
Mr. Meredith
Des Moines Register and Leader
Council Bluffs Nonpariel
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Norris
Good Roads Commission
Clarke
Harding
Cumberland Enterprise
No Republican allegiance claimed by A A Coates
Charitable regard for A A Coates contrasts with charges he disrupts party unity. The writer says Coates never votes GOP in general elections but works to oppose Harding, arguing Republicans should not defer to him. He asserts Coates has not been a Republican for many years and warns against his influence within Iowa politics.
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Iowa
A. A. Coates
Prohibition Party
Harding
Coates
Lowa
Coats
Sor
Chas. C. Pugh
Stuart Herald
Merediths Good Roads Plan Sparks Farmer Backlash
The article critiques Merediths campaign for good roads and a graveling program claiming it would cover 160 miles per county, benefiting only 10 percent of farmers while 90 percent bear costs on mud roads. It notes his shift in messaging and questions the 305 day year proposal amid editorials from farm papers.
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Meredith
Coon Rapids Enterprise
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