Editorial Notes on Politics and Education Initiatives
Insurgent gains at a state convention drawn praise from the Marshalltown Times-Republican. It discusses socialist fears linked to Congress, calls for tariff reform, and notes Ames Town State College starting a two-year agriculture course. The Sheldon Sun criticizes whitewashing in politics and praises the Sioux City News for its strong editorial voice against monopolies and the rubber trust.
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Speaker Cannon
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Congress
Times-Republican
Town State College
Ames
Primary Costs and Political Maneuvering in Iowa
The Atlantic Telegraph notes no body supports the state to go democratic unless a stand patter emerges. The Burlington Hawkeye aims to challenge rail road commissioner DiMford Thorne. A Story County banker estimates Iowa primary costs at three cents per capita annually, arguing the real issue is power and the bosses who push the law. The reform proposal lacks a convincing alternative to replace it.
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Atlantic Telegraph
Burlington Hawkeye
Aleady
DiMford Thorne
Hawkeye
Story County
Iowa
Sioux City Journal Cites 1912 GOP Turning Point Comment
The Sioux City Journal quotes a critical view of the Republican Party in the 1912 era, suggesting that internal strife will damage the party’s prospects. The piece notes the tense political climate and foresees a difficult period ahead for Republicans.
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Murtstaft
Sioux City Journal
Aldrich Robbing and Party Schemes Rally Speech
A rousing indictment condemns Aldrich and allied politicians for robbing the public through schedules, lumber, hides, and fuel trusts. The piece accuses Taft era figures and several named senators of using rhetoric to hide plunder, urging voters to resist being fooled for party gain. It warns that biennial campaigns aim to enrich relatives and allies via scams benefiting the powerful.
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Aldrich
Congress
Rubber Trust
Taft
la Follette
Beveridge
Murdock
Norris
Delliver
Cummins
Free Car Giveaway Prompts Controversy in Sioux City News
The Sioux City Daily News promises a $1,000 Manwell touring car to one reader in a popularity contest starting October 1. Others entering with correct adherence to rules receive checks, while commissions for non-winning entrants are noted as part of the unusual offer. The paper hints at upscaled columns and a price rise for subscriptions.
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Uris
Sioux Cuty Daily News
Mont Yoles
Columnea
Great Popularity Contest Offers Gold Locket Prize
An Index notice details a square deal based popularity contest with a $10 gold locket and chain reward for the candidate who turns in the largest amount of money from subscriptions between August 1 and August 13. The prize goes to the top fundraiser, not the top vote getter, as part of a broader Grand Prize draw.
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Havdte
Schedule of Votes Offers Odd Subscriptions and Erroneous Totals
A flawed list promises votes with various subscription options. It mixes new and old plans, different advance periods, and inconsistent vote counts, including impossible figures and garbled words. The result is a confusing, error-filled pricing schedule for a yearly, multiple-year, or back-subscription program.
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Ainvoleg
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