27 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1917
Page
1
Bedford Free Press notes subscription rates with A C Brice Jr and A W Hamblin as editors and publishers Entered at the Bedford post office as second class mail matter Details show annual rate of 1 50 for prepaid subscriptions and standard mailing status
An Adams County Free Press item condemns anti immigrant sentiment urging readers to value the nation that adopted them over old homeland loyalties. It argues dissenters undermine the country’s welfare and warns against “hoo ker” attitudes toward government policy.
A historical moral reflection condemns repeating rotten tales and slander. It denounces gossip as a virulent threat to reputation and urges readers to ask if a story is essential kind or just before sharing. It contrasts Shinder and Stencho as symbols of rumor and deceit.
Taylor County faces debt exceeding fifty thousand dollars for road work. The State Highway Commission mandates permanent standard road construction, a costly requirement. No funding provision exists to cover these higher costs, and many counties share the same debt burden.
The text explains Iowa law fixes the maximum levy for raising funds and that the limit was reached before the road commission began. The debt is not due to county mismanagement or engineering failures but to the need for funds to cover expenses. The only option cited is to bond the county.
A playful note describes spring hints with marble games and lively craps sessions at the east ball diamond, noting carefree crowds and ongoing amusement in Cenarthoof.
In Iowa the legislative session paused after a strenuous week with debates on road funding and primary selection reform. The Senate passed a primary bill removing state officers from the primary ballot, while a dry measure restricting liquor delivery across state lines advanced amid broad legislation and 200 bills introduced. Adjournment is not expected before mid April as tensions over road bills and election laws persist.
The Iowa House debates Johnston Pitt highway bills with Elwood amendments, pitting three highway commissioners against a one man board and sparing or prohibiting bond issues. Army clothing pricing prompts unanimous Senate rebuke, butter makers seek pasteurized cream, and equal suffrage drives resubmission talk. A state agent bill faces criticism as page 7 continues.
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