Editorial Notes on Taft Split in Iowa Politics
The piece contrasts standpat and progressive Republicans led by Taft, praising Senator Funk for backing Taft while condemning loyalty without merit. It lauds Gov Garst for clear leadership and endorses insurgents for principled, courageous actions to restore party integrity and a true majority rule.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Progressive campaign setup in Des Moines names Rupert Fuesaine
Rupert J. Fuesaine of Des Moines is positioned as temporary leader and campaign head for the progressive organization. He is described as a solid business man loyal to the Republican cause and urges those supporting the Progressive movement to contact him at Price.
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Iowa
Taft
Gov. Garst
Rupert J. Fuesaine
Des Moines
GaRSTi Speech Urges Steady Campaign Leadership
The speaker stresses the critical moment in American political history and urges Jona to maintain steadfast leadership. He warns against turning back or losing momentum as progress is pursued, highlighting enduring faith and commitment as guiding forces.
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Garsti
Jona
Food values and the quest for a cultured millennium
A reflective column airs a future where food knowledge becomes universal, people prioritize books travel art and beauty, and society moves toward a refined millennium beyond mere sustenance. The piece envisions a shift from living to a richer cultural life.
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Colnwmts Journal
Indiana Republicans Back Beveridge Endorsement and Taft Defeats
The Indiana Republican state convention indicted Taft, endorsed Beveridge as champion of the protector policy, and canceled Taft’s state appointments aimed at defeating Beveridge. It questions whether Iowa will replicate this effort or urge the national committee to move its attention to friendlier states.
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Indiana
Taft
Beveridge
National Congressional Committee
Iowa
Republican Program for Iowa Endorses Cummins Dolliver
A brief summary notes Iowa Republicans to endorse Senators Cummins and Dolliver and seek support from Iowa congressmen who back true republican principles while endorsing others who advocate progressive ideas. The piece reflects party guidance and aims to rally conservative and progressive-leaning allies.
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Iowa
Cummins
Dolliver
Republican platforms voiced in sympathy with Iowa leaders
Publican state administration expresses full sympathy with Iowa senators and progressive congressmen in Washington and offers earnest moral backing. Emphatic reiteration of Republican National and state platforms focuses on tariff, corporation, and rate matters.
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Iowa
Washington
Iowa Republicans brace for May stump tour by Cummins group
The campaign shapes as a concise push by Cummins Dolliver and Garst to defend republican unity and pledges. Progressives, relying on self-funding, anticipate outside literature and speakers. Samuel G. Blythe notes progressives outnumber standpatters in Iowa three to two and predicts a strong Iowa endorsement for the Republican ticket, with anti Aldrich and Cannon sentiment concentrated statewide. The mood favors resisting outside influence while affirming Taft if needed.
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Iowa
Samuel G. Blythe
Washington
Aldrich
Cannon
Taft
Taft Administration Defended in Address Next Saturday
A Washington dispatch says the Taft administration will defend itself before the nation as the president and allies prepare a rally next Saturday. The piece argues supporters have a right to defend the administration while rejecting the idea that progressives oppose it.
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Washington
Taft
United States
Indiana Republicans clash over Taft support and Beveridge stance
Progressive and standpat Republican factions argue over President Taft's leadership, with critics saying he exceeds authority when pressuring Congress. The Sioux City Journal notes Beveridge's Indiana convention lacked full Taft endorsement, while praising other reform-minded lawmakers. Frank Gunning builds a new house near town as a local note.
Boy sprains ankle during scuffle with sister
Everet Huibregtse injured his ankle last week while scuffling with his sister and was forced to stay off it for several days.
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Everet Huibregtse
Who's the Town Booster Why Here Hels
A compact piece praising local support as the citizen who praises his own town and backs home businesses and improvements. It extols patronizing local merchants and printing services, celebrating the spirit of community boosters.
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