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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1918
Page
4
Woodrow Wilson declares in a wartime message that the struggle is a People s War for Freedom and Justice among nations. He argues for breaking through hypocricies and brute force to help set the world free or yield to the dominating power of the strongest nation and its armaments.
Ed L. Newton declares his bid for the Republican nomination for State Representative pending district primary in June, asserting his candidacy to Republican voters.
State Senator candidate Julius A Nelson announces his bid for the eighteenth Iowa district seat, subject to June Republican primary voters decision. The message outlines his pursuit of the nomination and support from district Republicans.
Albert Johnson announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for State Senator representing Cass and Shelby counties in the June primary.
The Record prints Frank Van Brocklin announcing his candidacy for the republican nomination for county treasurer. He states the decision will come from voters at the June primary.
County Attorney candidate W A Follett seeks Republican nomination subject to June primary decision. County Recorder candidate Co M Hobart seeks Republican voters' support in June primary. W C McCurdy also listed as recorder nominee for Cass County subject to Republican primary on June 3 1918.
A. A. Emigh announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for clerk of the district court in Cass County. The bid is subject to the decision of Republicans at the June primary and the will of the party in the county.
W A McKer announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff in the upcoming June primary, signaling his intent to seek election. He frames the race as a commitment to public safety and law enforcement.
C E Kringel announces candidacy for Cass County auditor on the Republican ticket at the June primary, subject to Republican electors' will. filing under the Cass County primary rules.
Mike Metz asks voters in Cass County Iowa First Supervisor District to re elect him for two more years. He outlines his first term as honest faithful capable and economical and thanks supporters from Benton Franklin Grant and Lincoln Townships.
The speaker urges the Republican party to unite swiftly to achieve real good for itself and the country, hoping that such unity will compel the Democratic party nationwide to take notice and respond. He emphasizes a special effort to foster cohesion within the party.
Officials announce that at war’s end the bodies of American soldiers buried abroad will be returned for final interment. Caskets are crafted from black walnut and guaranteed preserved for ten years.
E. H. Hoyt present Treasurer of State and appointee of Gov. Harding seeks nomination at the June primary. He is praised as capable and a valued Executive Council member who has performed well in all duties.
The writer urges voters to investigate where candidates for legislative office stand on the paved road question. The paved roads faction is described as persistent and ready to act if they secure votes, implying ongoing political maneuvering.
The piece questions the waning of party loyalty and the rise of independent voting, citing past paid support across parties and urging readers to consider loyalty to Republicans. It notes the U S Fuel Administration’s Early Ordering Week for coal and recalls 35 years ago Iowa Prohibition politics with Anita figures. It mentions a recent auto road law query and reports H B Muntendam and wife visiting Elliott for Sunday gatherings.
Cass County stands among few in the state where external influence has not pushed a specific candidate for the Representative nomination. The report highlights local independence amid broader party pressure and notes strong county-level sentiment for voter choice.
Government reports show 353000 more horses on U S farms on January 1 1918 than a year earlier despite nearly a million being shipped abroad since the war began.
The text reiterates Edward Everett Hale's line that "We are all in the same boat" linking soldiers, horses, mules, dogs, and pigeons in wartime sacrifice. It notes they suffer for human sins, not their own, underscoring collective cost.
A coalition including the Greater Iowa Association the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and county seat Commercial Clubs has formed to control nominees for State Senator and State Representative. The writer urges public awareness before the upcoming primary.
A satirical note suggests assembling pool hall loafers into an army and presses the editor to reveal more than a small bag of flour in his house for a fifty fifty split.
The piece questions whom the Kaiser might favor as ruler of the United States if he triumphs in the current conflict, noting speculation about possible royal choices.
A harsh warning signals the need to declare genuine war against profiteers who show no concern for when hostilities end. The rhetoric emphasizes urgent measures to curb greed amid ongoing conflicts.
Dewitt Talmadge Smith, a bootlegger, was fined fifty dollars in Des Moines for illegally transporting liquor. The piece notes a distinction from a famed preacher and comments on political independence and Republican support in elections. It ends by remarking on a trend of women having children aboard fast moving trains.
Voters in Iowa should learn where legislative candidates stand on paved roads before elections. The matter is not dead and may be revived when a lawmaking opportunity arises.
Fred Pieper sought Mayo Brothers last week in Rochester for ongoing treatment. Dr CGV Beaver and Daughter and Mrs A H Bangham rushed from Lincoln Nebraska after a sudden illness worsened in a Sanitarium. Lincoln township Red Cross to elect officers at Lincoln Center church on Thursday at 2 00 PM June 6. Clara Robison president Edith Walker secretary.
A Sunday reunion at Mr and Mrs Peter Biggs celebrated their son David leaving Monday for Camp Dodge to join the colors. A large company enjoyed Mother Biggs’ dinner and the warm farewell.
Mrs Zeta Hayenga and her six month old daughter visit Forest River relatives in North Dakota while Prof Hayenga earns a $300 raise as Hannah North Dakota superintendent of schools next year. J F Nelson of Union Pacific resigns to join the army corps. wife and son stay with Bert Stauffer's family in Evanston and Green River visits.
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