County printing bids spark dispute over pricing
A long local column criticizes bids for county job printing, noting bidder Blake failed to specify work scope and pricing for single or double sided printing. The piece defends the board for selecting a different bidder, argues no graft, and mocks rival editorials while surveying politics and recent events.
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Brother Hiake
Pocahontas Record
Board of Supervisors
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Blake
Arrow
You and the Paper A Call for Community Support
A columnist urges readers to reciprocate the local paper’s labor for the town by promoting the paper and supporting its subscriptions. It argues the publication provides valuable information daily at minimal cost and questions readers’ efforts to aid its mission. The piece treats newspaper loyalty as a civic duty and a benefit to all residents.
Thoughts of an Idle Hour Communicated in Wartime
An appeal for calm after the Lusitania sinking urges Americans to pause anger and seek peaceful means to protect citizens at sea. It urges unity behind the President, fair treatment of German-born naturalized citizens, and readiness to defend the nation if war becomes unavoidable.
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Cutacten
America
Lathers
United States
High Seas
Boosters Rally For Chautauqua Tickets
A bold plea urges boosters and fans to buy season tickets for the Rolfe Chautauqua. Organizers warn guaranteed funding hinges on public support, and emphasize value at two dollars. Calls go out to Joe Wiewel and John Grant to reserve tickets now.
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Rolfe
Joe Wiewel
John Grant
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