July 13 1916 Editorials and Public Notice Commentary
A Purported news digest from Council Bluffs Nonpareil includes editorials on November's choice between jawbone and back bone administration, reaction to Roosevelt's Rough Riders, a Logan candidate for Republican state central committee, and critiques of local officials. It references band concerts, seed politics, and criticism of Candidate Meredith’s gubernatorial bid amid prohibition issues.
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Council Bluffs Nonparei
Cal. Roosevelt
Wills L. Stern
Logan
Republican State Central Committee
Des Moines
Pendulum Swings Back in Towa Iowa Idea Declines
The What Cheer Patriot notes a political shift as Iowa returns to standpat candidates led by Harding and Moore. It argues Cummins era declined and influential figures like Allison, Henderson, Cousins, and Dolliver faded from national prominence, with the pendulum swinging toward the Towa Idea once more.
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Towa
Cummins
Iowa
Allison
Dave Henderson
Robert G. Cousins
Harding
E. R. Moore
Senator Allison
Great
Appropriations Committee
United States Senate
Leslie M. Shaw
Treasury
National Congress
Tama Jim Wilson
Agriculture
J. A. T. Hull
R. G. Cousins
Fete Hepburn
Birdsall
Congress
Dolliver
Senate
Railroads Seek Fair Treatment and Commission on Wages
The piece cites railroads proposing a commission to settle wage and rights issues, arguing rail transport is essential and warrants fair wages and due consideration. It also notes public campaigns by railroads to present their case and mentions broader political and prohibition-era concerns.
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Menlo Journal
Union Tabernacle Meetings Stir Anita Evangelistic Campaign
Despite a holiday week the Union Evangelistic Meetings drew growing interest. Women’s home prayer groups launched, and fourteen district superintendents organize four- morning sessions daily. Mr. Pratt’s sermons, including a vivid lamp analogy, urged Christians to shine. The Sunday program features sunrise prayer, services, and a Corning Gospel Team visit.
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Union Evangelistic
Tabernacle
Ninty
Mr. Pratt
Anita
Carson
Wratt
S. S
Christian Church
M. E. Church
Corning Gospel
Cheap Bible editions shelved as paper costs rise
The Weld County Colorado News reports that Bible publishers abandon cheap editions due to soaring paper prices. One company lost over $50,000 last year attempting to persevere and now plans to halt cheap editions until paper costs ease.
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Weld County
Colo
SIZING UP JUNIOR LAFE YOUNG
Adair News says Philadelphia paper overstates Lafe Young Jr. prospects for governor or senator. It argues he lacks popular support among Iowa Republicans. They describe him as insolently independent and often rude to others.
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Atlantic News-Telegraph
Junior Lafe Young
Philadelphia
Lafe Young Jr
Lafe Jr
Iowa
Cumimnins
Adair Novs
Hard Politics and Tariff Debate Stir Local Press
The Adair News argues for Harding as governor and criticizes opponents while urging hard surfaced road concerns and fiscal prudence. Ex Senator Tobe Smith is urged for state central committee. Cass county delegates plan Des Moines trip. The Atlantic News Telegraph endorsement and Underwood Tariff critique shape local sentiment.
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Tobe’’ Smith
Harlan
State Central Committee
Campaign spending sparks clash over Attorney General race
In a critique of coverage by rival papers, Cumberland Enterprise notes Havner spent more on his AG bid than others yet remains un nominated. Wilma Wagner, class of 1916, plans to attend Highland Park Des Moines on September 1 to study the Normal course for a school career starting next spring.
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Register and Leader
Council Bluffs
Nonpareilor
Marsha Ingtown Times-Republican
Havner
Othr
Ellows
Cumberland Enterpri
Siss
Wilma Wagner
W.H. Wagner, Jr
Anita High School
Highland Park
Des Moines
Old-Time Republican Faith Echoes in Anita Tribute
Editor Sherm F. Myers of Anita RECORD championed old fashioned republicanism against shifting gods of various kinds. He preached Blaine and McKinley era doctrine praising tariffs and trust control while opposing changes. Des Moines correspondent Hon. Chas. C. Pugh credits Myers and allies for standing firm as tobacco and liquor interests faced misrepresentation by rival papers.
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Sherm F. Myers
Anita Record
Chas. C. Pugh
Des. Moines
Harding Nomination Defended as Dry Support in Iowa
Grinnell Herald argues Harding was nominated by dry Republicans in Iowa, not wets. It notes Scott county voting for Havner and Harding, cites anti saloon league figures, and asserts prohibition supporters back Harding for a square tax deal.
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Harding
Wets
Scott County
H. M. Havner
Anti-Saloon League
Havner
Scott
Poweshiek County
Guthrie County
Jasper County
Iowa
Grinnell Herald
Harmony within Republican ranks may hinder Democratic win
An analysis notes that unity among Republicans could undermine Democratic prospects in November. It highlights potential intraparty cohesion, campaigning strategy, and voter turnout factors shaping the anticipated election outcome.
Don't be Bamboozled by Democracy Prohibition critique
A partisan editorial argues Democrats should not control Prohibition in Iowa and attacks Meredith as manipulating the Prohibition vote. It warns the Greater Iowa Association promotes 365 day roads without tax raises and claims a stolen party slogan undercuts Republican aims of peace and prosperity.
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Iowa
Meredith
Greater Iowa Association
Democratic Party
Drafts on military uniforms and support for enlisted men
The piece argues that free trade benefits foreign competition for farmers in Iowa and Cass County. It calls for patriots serving the state to receive the best gear and not be forced to wear cast-off uniforms, noting that second-hand equipment should be avoided in emergencies. It recalls childhood objections to such layaways and urges giving the boys the best available.
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Iowa
Cass County
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