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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1912
Page
2
A Rolfe resident quips about voting for Dr. Cook for president and a Sioux City progressive convention names a rival candidate against Scott. The exchange hints at tensions in local politics as parties shift support and rivalries intensify.
The writer laments voters torn between party loyalty and personal choice. He mocks both bull mooser pressures and Republican demands to back Taft, urging citizens to vote for the candidate they truly believe in without party coercion.
Sixteen years ago living costs were low and farms struggled with low wages. Now the cost of living has risen and prosperity returns as farm products fetch better prices, with more job opportunities and improved market conditions for farmers.
The piece notes that many seek profitable opportunities and that employment with good wages is widespread. It recalls past complaints from sixteen years ago and states those demands have been met, while an exchange questions whether anyone understands what they criticize.
A political column argues progressives should maintain unity despite differing views on primary nominees and local endorsements. It warns that splitting votes risks defeating both progressive candidates and questions whether backing Harding or defeating Scott and Hallam serves the party’s broader goals.
The Register and Leader argues that progressives should judge candidates by their real positions not party labels. It says Mr. Scott has been a consistent progressive and should be trusted to support progressive policies in Congress. artificial tests risk dividing the movement and aiding Democrats.
Practical farming notes urge cement water troughs for cleanliness and economy. Advice covers horse care with avoiding cockleburs, selecting productive sows, and making cider from excess apples. Green corn fodder and feeding strategies are touted as profitable roughage, with a call to adopt new feeding methods this fall.
The record lists multiple bridge projects, crews, and payments including Chas Hanspeter and W H Hoxie for bridge work in Pilot township, Mummert culverts, unloading lumber by J R Neil and Geo Clover, and material labor by Western Bridge and Construction Co. Totals show several small payments such as 125.00 and 83.50 for services and materials.
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