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Newspaper

Anita Record

Location

Anita, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1914

Page

4

Senator Smith Expands Commerce Counsel Powers

The Iowa legislature features Senator Tobe Smith securing passage of a bill that upgrades the Commerce Counsel from a limited investigator to a full agent authorized to act before the Interstate and state commissions or courts. He can pursue discriminatory classifications, unjust rates, and related evils on behalf of Iowa citizens without extra compensation beyond a state salary.

Tobe Smith Commerce Counsel Smith Iowa Inter-State Commission State Railway Commission Railway Commission

Question on Tariff Tax Versus War Tax

A quoted line discusses whether a tariff tax or a war tax is easier to pay and what the difference is when applied to the same goals. It notes Mr. Cummins as a possible exception in a context of opinion and public finance.

Republican unity urged to restore business and duty

The piece notes Pat Hadley and the snake editor attending the Colt Show without earning any prize. It laments Republicans who skip elections and calls for a general realignment to strengthen Republican ranks in Cass County Iowa and nationwide to relieve current conditions and revive business.

Pat Hadley

Notable local leaders and candidates profiled in Cass county

Senator Tobe Smith, a hardworking legislature member, is praised for serving the people. Hank Gillett, Democratic candidate for County Auditor, receives warm support and reminiscences of past ties with the writer. W. A. McKee, Republican, currently Atlantic City Marshal, seeks Cass county Sheriff with pledge of efficient service, backed by deputy experience.

Hank” Gillett Hank W. A. McKee Atlantic Cass County McKee

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THE Anita Record Anita Congress Sherm. F. Myers SUN Montue Woodrow Rock Island Congressman Green Combine Mutual Admiration Senator Smith Paign Progressive Shelby County N. Neilson New York Jones Barber & Clark Mr. Cummins H.C. Gillett Democratic Osteopath D. L. Evans Anita, Iowa
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