23 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1916
Page
1
A collection of editorial quips on postwar politics. It critiques party unity in California and Iowa journalism, contemplates gasoline prices and potato substitutes, notes Chicago beer sizes, and questions Harding’s leadership and congressional powers. It also mocks “Harding's Opportunity” rhetoric and Progressive party status.
In states where women can vote, Mr. Wilson is presented as the presidential favorite. It is claimed that women elected Wilson, a factor that may influence states where woman suffrage remains unresolved.
The piece argues that pussy-footing erodes popularity and that prohibition will wait for a people’s vote in Iowa. It states the Des Moines Register should show genuine temperance support and notes Harding’s pastor apologized for a dirty campaign against a member of his congregation.
The Harrison County News mocks a strange political push as California is urged to hire more ballot counters. The piece notes a person chipped in thirty six dollars to support Ed Meredith's campaign expenses totaling thirty six thousand three hundred fifty seven dollars in his unsuccessful bid for governor.
The article notes broad hope that in the next four years the leader will prevent entering a war. It also acknowledges the task of listing all the hoodoos involved in the recent election results, pointing to political maneuvering and skepticism.
The speaker argues Mr. Harding will prove himself a governor of Iowa capable of provoking political circles to admit, in honesty, that they were liars about mortals. The line suggests strong criticism and a test of credibility amid public discourse.
The banking lobby plans to unite in Des Moines to block state inspection and control measures, aiming to choke any attempt to bring private banks under state supervision during the coming winter.
The speaker argues for quick national prohibition to settle the issue and prevent a return of saloons. He notes a $36,000 price tag for leading a doomed effort and cites a landslide majority near 150,000 as a barrier to reversal.
The statement lists Otto Witthauer Democrat spending 349.00 and J M Mantz Republican spending 3100.00 for the Audubon county representative race, suggesting differing campaign outlays and outcomes.
The piece reflects on Ed Willard running for county attorney and praises Ed L Newton elected as state representative from Class county with broad newspaper support. It notes Harding’s administration needs opposition support and comments on Wilson sentiment in Iowa after votes.
The campaign ends and Harding’s election is registered. The piece urges Iowa Republicans to rally to the governor elect and back a successful administration, praising his primary fight and victory as pivotal for enforcing party principles.
In commentary on W. L. Harding’s upcoming Iowa governorship and the 1916 election, the piece argues Republican strength lies in broad support rather than raw margins. It cautions against overconfidence, notes cross party votes for Harding, and urges maintaining party steady, decisive leadership for future majorities.
The piece surveys plans for a four year single election and a four year disqualification rule, notes anticipated legislative tampering, and comments on political change in the county board of supervisors. It also critiques farmers markets and urges support for local newspapers and business investment in the community.
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