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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1914
Page
4
The text argues Cumminsism harms the Republican Party in Iowa by delaying liquor question reform. It contends the favorable declaration simply gives more time and concessions to the liquor interests, suggesting moral posture matters politically.
In Cass County the primary results sparked questions about their purpose for Republicans at the state convention. A new milking machine was installed on a Pleasant Township farm, praised for efficiency, while noting the editor’s new grandson, who outpaces modern machines.
A group described as fellows who bolted the regular fare attempted to disrupt family routines with a so called Harmony scheme. Loyal supporters resist the changes and stand pat amid the controversy.
The passage argues that stronger enforcement of the prohibitory law to collect fines from those technically guilty of automobile violations would lead to real prohibition, implying current measures are insufficient to curb behavior.
A fierce rebuke targets Gov Clarke for appointing Emory English as Insurance Commissioner instead of John L Breakley. The author argues the choice harms harmony and ignores true merit and ability.
The City Council acting as a Board of Health asserts the right to inspect several dirty alleys and compel thorough cleaning of the garbage repositories, citing no law prohibiting such action.
The piece argues that the firm Iowa GOP base must secure substantial support in November to recover from losses and deserves fair treatment for its crucial backing. The tone urges recognition of the standpat faction’s role in the state ticket dynamics.
The piece recalls Iowa’s Republican majorities of 50 000 to 100 000 and notes how speaking campaigns were effective in the past. It questions the effort needed in 1914 to prove the party remains safe sane and able to conduct public business to the people's satisfaction.
A Manning Supreme Judge candidate Benjamin Sallinger faces party attacks from A. B. Cummins aligned newspapers accusing links to railroads and liquor interests. The letter counters with Sallinger’s long Republican loyalty and pro prohibition stance, noting opposition from railroad and distiller representatives and urging Republicans to support Sallinger for proven party fidelity.
A brief editorial note asserts that a Democratic daily is unnecessary in Des Moines while the Register Leader remains active, signaling local political press competition and reader interest in strong newspaper leadership.
The article questions if Senator Cummins will heed Iowa Republicans at the state convention regarding protection. It also notes a definition of a "slumber party" as a gathering of youths who binge eat then rest in misery.
A commentary points to a crowd's inability to distinguish fate from misfortune and luck, suggesting a pervasive confusion about cause and consequence in everyday life. The piece emphasizes the blurred line between luck and destiny.
The central figure of the Town Republican faction has been removed from the state ticket, signaling a major shift in party representation and future electoral strategy.
A prominent New York lawyer explains contingent fees saying if he loses, he gets nothing, and if he wins, the client gets nothing. The remark clarifies the fee arrangement and its perceived fairness.
A fragmentary piece discusses Carrie Chapman Catt as a leading suffragist, mentions a nickname pair U. Ketchum and Skimum in business usage, and warns of whiskey’s effects on a persistent drinker amid political uncertainty.
An editorial urges action against the rapid spread of cigarette sucking among the young. It calls for authorities to curb the dirty influence fueling the rising generation’s habit with firm, decisive measures.
The piece contrasts popular pink accessories like peek-a-boos skirts and hosiery with the lesser notice given to pink eye. It notes widespread pink tastes but omits any obsession with eye conditions, focusing on fashion versus health issues in a playful tone.
Miss Emma Welton of the Oransky store spent Sunday in the city as a guest of Miss Frances Donohoe. Miss Marie Wilburn, studying in Council Bluffs, vacationing with her parents F. R. Wilburn and wife. Esther Smither returned from Coon Rapids after a visit with sister Mrs Claude Blakesley. Dora Ficke reports arrival in Seattle and orders RECORD prepaid. K D Vernon bought a Jersey cow and calf from W B Kellaway Finish. Perry and wife from Atlantic deny ball game attendance. Central Iowa Poultry and Egg Co plans a new business in Atlantic for sheep lambs and calves sales and slaughter. Edward Meyer and wife of Atlantic with Harriet Nelson and Arthur Hansen of Elkhorn visited N P Nelson and wife.
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