07 Aug 1930
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1930
Page
1
A jumble of observations on politics and farming outlines a mule like candidate, corn crop woes, supply and demand debates, and local notes on hulled oats and wasteful kicks. An eccentric bench scene hints at optimism and pessimism about harvest outcomes.
The piece announces Barney Bruce as an independent candidate for representative of the 77th District in Pocahontas County. It blends political notes with anecdotes on driving, Prohibition debates, local editorials, and community concerns about auto deaths and poultry surpluses.
Echoes from the Hall of Fame report Marion Bruce editor of The Rolfe Arrow running as an independent for Pocahontas county representative. He promotes prize driven campaigning aimed at women voters and absent ballots while mocking conventional politics. Commentators note bold tactics and discuss potential impact on primary to general election dynamics.
Local remarks reveal Independent candidate Barney Bruce entering the race for the 77th district while Barney Allen hints at taxation policy. The Manson Journal notes mounting political tension and criticizes calls to remove power lines after a highway accident, questioning drastic safety proposals.
A humorous line notes a woman’s annoyance with age guessing after turning thirty, reflecting social jokes about aging and drinkery banter. The remark captures a light social moment rather than a formal event.
A Battle Creek physician cites constipation as a major cause of misery and promotes Rexall Orderlie tablets for relief. The product reportedly draws water into the colon, softens waste, and enables a gentle natural movement without habit formation. Available at Rexall Drug Store.
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