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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1928
Page
4
Should Send a Republican The L B Shannon Assembly Entry
The election of Rev. L B Shannon as Representative from this county puts him in the Republican caucus with direct voice in legislation. Republicans must secure full Cass county representation in the next General Assembly. The piece critiques Governor Smith, Tammany influence, and the 1928 national campaign while stressing party loyalty and voter skepticism of shams and mass appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev. L. B. Shannon
Shannon
Cass County
Prohibition Dominates Campaign Claims Over Proposals
The piece argues Prohibition drives voter views as Gov Smith outlines plans to modify the Volstead law and the Eighteenth Amendment if elected president. It notes the Democratic committee chair, a former Republican, joined to aid abolishing Prohibition, with large funds raised to back Smith as a catalyst in ending Prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Smith
National Democratic Committee
Democratic Campaign Fund
al Smith
Iowa City writer proclaims Democratic allegiance loudly
A writer from Iowa City blasts Republicans and the Harding era while praising Al Smith and the Democratic party. He declares himself a Democrat in a loud closing outburst, asserting the country should “turn the rascals out.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harding
Coolidge
Hoover
Des Moines Register
Ding
Iowa City
al Smith
Democratic Party
Why Single Out Bill McKee in Local Debate
A reader argues that a Democrat Bill McKee has held office long enough and should be defeated. The letter notes other county Democrats have served long terms with Republican backing and questions why McKee should be singled out while others remain in office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill McKee
Where's Skromme and the Smith Bolter Plot Alleged
The column asks for Skromme who vanished during early governor race returns and alleges pre arranged plans for bolters to back Al Smith. It warns against any delays or irregularities in the bolters' actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skromme
al Smith
Bolters
A Sample of Consistency Described in Local Politics
A local man opposed to J. T. Monnig for mayor because of his Catholic faith now advocates Al Smith for president. The piece notes his dramatic change in stance and urges that this inconsistency be photographed and preserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Monnig
Monnig
al Smith
Farming the Farmers and the Party Fronts
A critique accuses Iowa and western farmers of being exploited by a corrupt political group. It claims the campaign deflects from real issues to aid a Democratic nominee aligned with anti Prohibition interests. The piece frames the Democratic-Tammany stance as steering farmers toward misleading positions.
Re-Election of John Hammill Predicted by Supporters
A political column argues John Hammill will be re-elected by a large majority in November. It attacks alternatives, praises economy, and urges Republican turnout while criticizing the Smith candidature and Al Smith. It warns of propaganda and urges women voters to participate in the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hammill
John
Iowa
How to Vote Straight Republican Ticket
A brief guide explains marking a single X in the circle beside REPUBLICAN at the ballot top on Tuesday November 6 to vote for all Republican nominees. The process is quick and simple, taking under a minute.
Nothing Gained by Trading Political Trades
Reports from across the county discuss proposals of political trade in the upcoming election. Republicans who support the party ticket need only vote straight from the primary slate. The piece notes Nebraska swinging with Grandma Norris bolting the presidential nominees while keeping Republicanism, and comments on Jimmy Cox’s return to criticize the GOP and Borah. It argues farm relief as a Democratic distraction and urges voters to discern the true issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Grandma Norris
Cass County to Build Permanent Roads Across County
Citizens support a bond issue planned for November 6 to fund a county wide system of permanent roads. Federal Highway No. 32 through Anita is identified as the shortest direct route and will be paved first once funds are approved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass County
Anita
Those Un-Hatched Chickens Threats Stir Wilson Voters
Public remarks by Charles Evans Hughes and William Borah irritate the Democratic nominee for President. The article notes threats and plans to act once in the White House, described as remote and uncertain by the author. The piece reflects campaign tension and partisan rhetoric surrounding the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Evans Hughes
Wm. E. Borah
White House
Alabama Col. Musgrove backs Hoover over Smith roots in temperance pledge
Col. L. B. Musgrove of Alabama, long a civic leader, declares he will vote for Hoover rather than Al Smith. He says as a Democrat he remains true to Democracy, but since Democracy is not involved in the campaign, he will join with temperance forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. L. B. Musgrove
Alabama
South
Hoover
al Smith
Democrats' split over Tammany ties shocks Iowa party
History notes that many nationally known Democrats avoided Tammany Ha and public ties to it. Iowa Democrats faced a swift backlash after Mrs. Maulsby, former Democratic state chair, announced support for Herbert Hoover. The abrupt shift sparked strong reactions among party members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tammany Ha
Iowa
Maulsby
Democratic State Central Committee
Herbert Hoover
Not Leading the Hosts by Grandma Norris in Nebraska
Old Grandma Norris of Nebraska travels to the west coast to praise Hoover and support Smith, then returns to Omaha to tell constituents of his claim. The piece argues Nebraska's voters will not join the Tammany camp and notes historic local Democratic generosity toward Republican candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandma Norris
Nebraska
Herbert Hoover
al Smith
Omaha
Hoover Signals Short Congress Session For Farm Relief
Hoover declares intention to call an extra session of Congress after election to rapidly consider farm relief measures and press for enactment into law. The move frames the president elect as responsive to farmers and prepared to push strong action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Congress
Sopping-wet and bone-dry in a Democratic campaign
The piece satirically critiques a Demofiti slate with a soggy high pair and a dry tail seeking a middle ground. It questions where such disparate forces could meet and agree in the campaign, highlighting extreme positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demofiti Party
Awakening to Duty Drives Women to Vote on November 6
The piece urges hundreds of thousands of women to exercise their vote in the national campaign on November 6, stressing the duty to influence future generations beyond pledges and promises from politicians who peddle political hot air.
Improving His Opportunities In Des Moines Register Forum
A vivid Democrat vents radical views on Hoover and the Republican party in the political forum page. The fiery speech showcases a rare chance for a controversial figure to be heard in print.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Register
Hoover
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