Voorhees Tax Message Probed by Editor in Shelby County
The Shelby County Republican columns question Democrat John C. Voorhees over his tax policy with a mock tax bill. They urge concrete plans to cut editor costs, listing state and local tax items and asking how he would reduce them if elected state senator.
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Study Your Tax Receipt for Smart State Senate Vote
A civic exhortation urges readers to examine their tax receipts to uncover truths that could influence an informed vote for the State Senator race. The message frames tax scrutiny as a path to better political choices and responsible citizenship.
Wool-Pulling Season Riles Voters With Campaign Tricks
A critique of political manipulation during campaigns mocks voters who enjoy being deceived as election season unfolds, highlighting the sham of wool-pulling tactics and the spectacle of misleading appeals.
Revelation rebukes misquoting of capitol extension law
The Shelby County Republican rebuts Mr. Voorhees on his so called revelation claiming to reveal contents of the capitol extension law. The piece accuses him of misquoting and suggests the Tribune and others were fooled by such so called revelations from those with nothing to reveal.
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Arc-ORD Policy Sparks Strong Rebuttal
A heated public exchange targets the Arc- ORD policy and the Record guardianship stance. Critics label opponents as lacking judgment while defending the integrity of the policy and its supporters.
Jokers Pastime Editorial Misquotation Sparks Critique
The Tribune editor retracts a misquotation of the law cited by Mr. Voorhees over the capitol extension, correcting figures from 12 million to 2 million. The error is blamed on the stenographer and criticized as an attempt to mislead the public.
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Voters in Cass and Shelby heed tax receipt advice
In Cass and Shelby counties voters are following the guidance to study their tax receipts. The piece notes that while tax figures are reliable, they can be manipulated or misrepresented if one tries to stretch them. The article emphasizes caution in interpreting tax data.
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Shelby
Assurances Lacking on Democratic State Legislature
The text argues Republicans cannot trust a Democratic Iowa legislature to be economical or capable in state government, citing undisputed evidence that Democratic lawmakers do not align with Republican principles or policies.
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Washington
Tariff as a Live Issue Promotes Republican Principles
The tariff is a pressing national matter urging all voters to align with Republican protectionist policy for a prompt return to party principles.
Kenyon criticized for pork barrel role. Burton A. Standpatter praised
The excerpt credits Senator Burton A Standpatter as the real force behind action on a pork barrel issue, while reducing Senator Kenyon to a noisy observer during the process. The passage emphasizes Standpatter's decisive role in securing results despite opposition.
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Political Rhetoric and Newspaper Critique
A columnist condemns politicians who misrepresent facts and mocks editors who expose such misrepresentations. The text argues readers deserve the full truth as uncovered by press scrutiny, warning against partisan distortion.
A Real Business Senator for Cass and Shelby
The people of Cass and Shelby counties have never had nor will have a better more reliable and successful business man than Tobe Smith the present Senator and Republican nominee for re election. Smith's first term record stands up to scrutiny and has earned warm support from former opponents and loyal backers who will vote November 3. He is a successful businessman with proven ability to manage legislative affairs along sound business lines.
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Prediction fulfilled as Judge Rockafellow wins support
The article praises Judge J B Rockafellow of Atlantic for his solid performance on the district bench. It urges Cass county voters to re elect him, noting his impartial justice and plain good conduct, and mentions Cummins as a popular but flawed backing.
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Cass County
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Hadley Called Best Material for Representative
L P Hadley of Cass County Iowa is praised as the best candidate for Representative. The piece highlights support for his stance on primary law, road policy, a uniform school book law, and opposition to wasteful offices and high salaries. It urges voters to back Hadley at the polls.
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Cass County Sees Warning on Nonpartisan Judicial Ticket
The writer urges Cass county Republicans to note and probe a rumored “combine” behind the district’s nonpartisan judicial ticket. If political deals exist, the county should join or expose them.
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Statute Demanded for Political Crooks in District Race
The piece condemns corruption in local politics, urging stiff penalties including life imprisonment for those who profit from graft. It warns that the district’s senatorial contest will be decided by Republicans doing their duty and attacks certain figures as experts in siphoning public funds from both parties.
Stenographer’s Blunder Over Ten Million Gap Cited
Comment notes a minor difference between twelve and two millions and argues the stenographer may be excused for a possible error due to overtime work while forming an alleged facts foundation.
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