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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1916
Page
3
Henry Co. Adams of Algona Iowa announces candidacy for the Iowa State Senate from the 47th District subject to Republican voters in the June 5 1916 primary. He pledges to run the state's business as economically as a private corporation and asks support in the primary.
A Republican candidate declares for the State Senate District 47 nomination. The announcement names the candidate and states intent to run in the June 5 1916 primaries. The message emphasizes party affiliation and district focus.
A candidate from Palo Alto County announces intent to run in the Republican Primary in June. The statement identifies the individual as a representative seeking party nomination.
J. W. Jackson declares his candidacy for the office of sheriff of Palo Alto County on the Republican ticket, subject to the June 1916 primary decisions and election outcomes.
J J Hand declares candidacy for sheriffAwaiting Democratic primary results. Hans Westergard announces candidacy for Supervisor in the Fourth District subject to June Democratic primaries.
The speaker announces candidacy for supervisor from the Fourth district subject to June primaries. The statement centers on party process and upcoming primary action.
A person declares candidacy as a Republican in June. The brief note names no individuals or organizations beyond the party and month.
The article notes Tama County public schools require $204,437 in taxes this year, more than a third of total taxes. It asks who is responsible, pointing to local residents and school directors.
The piece argues for higher school spending with a larger school fund and bond fund to build up to date schools and hire better teachers. It notes wage levels for teachers and compares current levies to eight years ago. It also mentions a Cedar Falls merchant who sold bacon to the county home and a list of necessities for the poor.
A brief note suggests painting neighbors properties as a cheaper, more pleasant improvement alternative, contrasting with the Times office. It frames the idea as a lighthearted ad vice about improving nearby buildings.
Lead Corn, Bach 2a tested under the aus pices of the Emmetsburg Commercial Club. Wimples Yellow Dent and Silver King, 1914 crop, $4.50 per bushel in ear. Approved by Prof. M. A. Houser of the Agricultural Department of Ames. All grown in Palo Alto County. Address orders to A T Horton, Mer testing rooms, Emmetsburg, Iowa.
L E Francis announces candidacy for re election to the senate from the district subject to the Republican primary on June 6 urging support if his platforms on simplified court procedure economy in state business and a dry town align with voters views expressing gratitude for backing.
A collection of satirical and editorial fragments questions wartime rhetoric and public notices. It assembles questions about military payrolls addresses, electric rights, and local civic actions while lampooning rumor and press language with a tone of Aesop like commentary. It closes with a practical set of postal tips and wartime editorial banter.
Easter program at the M E Church begins at 10 30 a m with varied musical offerings. Choirs solos and readings are listed including Jesus is Risen King Oh Bring Fair Blossoms and An Easter Legend as well as a baptismal service and reception of new members.
A cluttered sale note from Wildeys Cash Store offers Saturday specials on cakes and seeds, pads, mustards, raisins, and baby chick feed, plus autos, tires, plugs, and dress fashions. It includes playful asides about spelling errors, a contest for pointing out mistakes, and local Utah pricing with mentions of Vernal and Cradlinger.
Property owners are requested to clean all rubbish from their premises at once. Any property not cleaned by May 1 will be cleaned by the city and charged to the owner. Kindly give this matter your attention. For Schurmann, Mayor.
Peter Johnson traveled to Elkton South Dakota this morning to spend a short time with relatives and friends before continuing on.
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