Carson Press To Oppose Townley Press
At a Grant county editors meeting the plan was set for one paper to oppose Townley in the November election. The Carson Press won the drawing and will appear on the ballot against the Townley organ. The Press, oldest in Grant county, is edited by J. C. Bell who has challenged Townleyites for four years.
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Independent
Grant County
Townley
Mvember
Carson Press
J. C. Bell
Townleyites
Shields Enterprise
Bell
Socialist Party in North Dakota Faces Scrutiny
The North Dakota socialist network linked to A C Townley is attacked by The Record for alleged agitation and covert influence. The piece lists former socialist organizers and officials tied to the Nonpartisan League, warning readers about perceived radical affiliations and past political careers.
Election Regulations Clarify Voting Rights and Ballot Layout
The Record explains who may vote, residency requirements, and rules for absentee ballots. It notes a one ballot for national and state candidates and official newspapers, a nonpolitical ballot for county offices, and a separate ballot for amendments, with ongoing public reminders.
Fight to curb Townleyism in North Dakota election campaign
A persuasive appeal urges North Dakotans to oppose Townleyism on November 2, warning of rising state debt, political corruption, and radical influence. It calls for volunteers and funds to sustain anti Townley forces, asserts broad support including women, and warns independents to fulfill their duty in the final drive.
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North Dakota
Fight imagery quoted ahead of Townlegite election
The text references fear of defeat on November 2 and urges anti Townlegite supporters to contribute to the effort to sustain the campaign through election night. It notes anxiety over possible failure to perform one’s duty in the lead up to voting day.
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Townleyites
County School Notes Highlight Teacher Shortage and County Progress
A National Education Association report says teacher shortage worsens in areas with small or no pay raises, rural districts hardest hit. County notes show enrollment up to 3058, more schools, longer terms, higher salaries, and increased funding from local, not external, sources amid political campaigns.
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National Educational Association
National Education Association
United States
Emmons County Anti Townley Campaign Convenes
A county meeting in the Emmons County courthouse formed the Anti Townley Campaign Committee with J J Wells as chair and F B Streeter named campaign manager. The gathering planned immediate fundraising, aiming to exceed primary majorities before the general election on November 2 with volunteers from across the county and a public drive for donations.
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Emmons County
Anti-Townley Campaign Committee
Court House
Anti-Townley
F. B. Streeter
anti-Townley Executive Committee
J. J. Wells
Wm. Johnson
Sec. Treas
L. H. Harwood
J. P. Schott
S. G. Busby
Bene
Een
Linton
N. D
O Connor Hits Townleyism in Farm Policy Debate
Capital News Bureau reporter J. F. T. O'Connor tours the state accusing Townleyism of misusing funds and opposing terminal elevators. He cites vetoed 1917 terminal bill, 1920s immigration spending, and contrasts farm loyalty to law with Townley’s platform advocating state ownership of land.
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J. F. T. O'Connor
Frazier
O'Connor
Townley
O’connor
Minensota
Postcards urge October extra session to raise salaries
Postcards are mailed statewide urging the governor to call an October extra session of the legislature to amend existing Jawa laws. League leaders deny knowledge of the author of the propaganda, while noting the session would raise salaries so officials would be operative at the January 1921 regular session.
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Jawa
League
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