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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1914
Page
1
This week marks Volume 5 of The Arrow as the paper seeks closer ties with the 1,200 population town’s readers. Circulation nears 2,000 with steady monthly growth while the job department expands to meet demand. The Arrow invites local printing work and asks residents to patronize home services and share the paper with friends.
The Oklahoma gubernatorial candidate argues he will withdraw if the primary boosts the progressive party's votes over Republicans and endorse the other candidate. He claims two kinds of Republicans voting two tickets cannot beat fifty seven kinds of Democrats voting one ticket, calling it a mathematical revenge.
D. M. Kelleher, a prominent Fort Dodge attorney, aims for a Democratic run for Congress. The piece hints that a dispute between Woods and Quarton could influence the outcome, suggesting a Democratic path is likely if Dennis wins.
The letter argues farmers opposed Clarke for raising farm valuations to 62 per acre, insisting laws require actual values. It defends Clarke, condemns cheap politics, and calls for support if war with Mexico looms, noting unity for the president and state leadership.
The Arrow clarifies a previous item on campaign costs and opposition. It states it did not imply C. M. Patterson failed to pay bills and asserts the language used was clear, denying any insinuation about Patterson’s past auditor bid.
J H Allen announces candidacy for Republican nomination for State Senator in Iowa Fiftieth District appealing to Pocahontas Humboldt and Buena Vista counties. Bradford of Storm Lake also declares candidacy for the same primary on June 1 1914 urging voters to weigh public and private records.
G T Johnson Laurens and W C Ralston Pocahontas announce candidacies for Iowa Representative in the General Assembly from Pocahontas County subject to June 1914 Republican primaries. Robert Bruce Rolfe also seeks the same office on the Republican ticket and urges voter consideration.
FOR TREASURER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Treasurer of Pocahontas County Iowa. JOHN FORBES. FOR RECORDER I will be a candidate before the June primaries upon the Republican ticket for the office of recorder of Pocahontas county Iowa. My platform is my record in office. I thank you for past favors and solicit your support upon this occasion. P B Thompson.
O M M Noah announces candidacy for Clerk of District Court subject to June 1914 Republican primary. W Ishwaritch seeks Sheriff nomination in Pocahontas county also under June primary. A J Shaw enters race for County Attorney subject to June Republican vote.
The Arrow clarifies and retracts a prior stance on Mr. Patterson, stating he paid all debts and was misinterpreted. The piece asserts politicians must expect attacks, emphasizing Patterson’s integrity and expressing no excuse for the misconstrued conclusion.
A. C. Savage of Adair County announces candidacy against Senator Cummins. A veteran state senator and old-school Republican, Savage is seen as a stalwart leader type who could attract the traditional Republican vote. His bid may curb party switching and influence progressive moves within the party.
The newspaper critiques Judge Lee’s stance and actions on law and the governor race. It notes Lee’s past arrest of traveling men for gambling on a train and questions his eligibility given his judgeship. The piece urges practical Christianity and deeds over words.
Local papers report Robert Bruce of Rolfe announcing his bid for the office of representative on the Republican ticket. Bruce, born in the county, is an attorney and banker with deep Pocahontas county ties and prior service as county party chairman and secretary. He emphasizes his familiarity with the region and aims to unite voters in a strong primary challenge.
An advertisement promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills as a spring laxative and blood cleanser. It claims to purify the stomach liver and kidneys of impurities improve digestion relieve constipation and improve well being. The copy asserts mild laxative action and recommends using only this product.
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