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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1916
Page
3
Henry C. Adams of Algona Iowa announces as a Republican candidate for State Senator from the 4th and 47th districts in the June 5 1916 primaries. He argues state business should run like an efficient private corporation.
Representative hopeful L QO Wigdahl declares candidacy for the Republican primary nomination from Palo Alto County with plans to contend in June. The filing signals a focused bid within the party ranks and regional race dynamics.
The speaker declares candidacy for the office of sheriff of Palo Alto County on the Republican ticket, subject to the June 1916 primary decision.
Hans Westergard announces his candidacy for sheriff and for supervisor in the Fourth District, seeking Democratic primary action in June. The statement emphasizes partisan process and local election involvement.
An individual announces candidacy for the Fourth district supervisor role subject to June primary actions. The statement names intent and conditions but provides no further campaign details or dates.
IT announces their candidacy and confirms participation in the June primaries signaling intent to secure a political seat in the upcoming election.
A two night screen show titled The Battle Cry of Peace impressed audiences with emotional power but critics say its educational aim misleads, urging preparedness for war and presenting misleading lessons. It stirred viewers with dramatic scenes while challenging its factual accuracy and patriotic messaging.
The Algona Courier argues against foreign influence seeking war against the United States. It denies any domestic aid to aggressors, asserts allegiance to the homeland of adoption, and warns that the Battle Cry of Peace could impede civilization. It also notes potential future tensions with Japan and urges reasonable preparedness.
A reflective tale on men who delay rest and the consequences of plans to ease a heavy workload. Soandso, a successful merchant, grows prosperous, but signs still read son as his son helps, while health falters. Doctors advise rest after costly internal surgery, yet the old man delays changing pace.
L. Be Francis announces candidacy for re election to the senate from this district subject to Republican primary on June 1. He appeals for support if his push for simplified court procedure state economy and a dry town aligns with voters views.
A Marshalltown Times Republican commentary reflects on a man named Soandso who sundered his life by trying to control every detail, a widow’s fate, and a warning about meddling in others’ affairs. The piece contrasts neighborly judgment with self‑blame and ends with a moral on human fallibility. A separate report notes a special Estherville to Iowa Falls train for The Birth of a Nation showings. The Iowa Falls run drew crowds and high admission, and the article discusses the film’s reception among races and its controversial portrayal of Reconstruction era South Carolina. The reviewer suggests the film’s impact on public opinion about race and order.
A verbose promotional piece for Wildey’s Cash Store touts Saturday strawberry specials and a wide range of discounted oddments. It highlights strawberries, cakes, pineapple, tuna, peaches, pears, canned goods, cookies, galvinized chicken coops, and tires, with prices and references to distant rivals. The author mocks misspellings, comments on road conditions, and notes a local repair offer and a visiting factory representative.
After the Civil War era, arrangements have been completed for a local play in Emmetsburg. Residents express hope the report is true and many Cracthinger people would welcome the chance to witness the performance.
Property owners are urged to remove rubbish such as ashes cans and offal from premises immediately. If cleanup is not completed by May 1 the city will perform the work and charge the owner. Please attend to this matter promptly.
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