23 May 1918
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
1
The article reports community tensions over a faith based gathering at 684 Fellowship, with accusations of misunderstanding and political pressure. A minister defending his faith has left the community amid rumors of enlistment, while boxing figure Jess Willard faces state level bans in a climate of division.
In a lament about cement road dreams, Roy W. Murray rails at a stale political issue, arguing farmers prefer gravel and trucks over expensive cement roads. He critiques past tactics and predicts no push for hard roads in the near future, while the Red Cross appeals for help.
A May issue letter praises C C Pugh as a capable, principled Iowan fit for a high office. The writer commends Pugh’s patriotism ambition and effort to advance the people, citing his broadmindedness and concern for state welfare.
Notice to qualified electors of Pocahontas county Iowa that a primary election will be held Monday June 1918 at regular polling places from 9 a m to 8 p m. Candidates to be nominated by Republican and Democratic parties for offices including United States senator governor lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general railroad commissioners superintendent of public instruction and state and district level judges and county auditor.
W C Wood announces candidacy for Pocahontas County auditor Iowa urging Republican voters to consider his bid in the June primaries He notes his first term and asks for support and assistance from friends and neighbors Richards also seeks endorsement from county voters in a separate line of the notice
G B Petho requests votes on the June Republican ballot for treasurer of Pocahontas County and thanks supporters for deeming his services acceptable.
County attorney candidates Co H Moon and R L Hudson announce their bids for the Republican nomination in the upcoming primary on June 3. They urge GOP voters to support them and to persuade friends to do likewise.
Rosh McCormick announces candidacy for county recorder subject to voters decision at the Pocahontas county primaries on June 3 1918.
A candidate announces for the office of sheriff Pocahontas County Iowa stating current term and seeking Republican primary voters approval on June 3 1918. The statement requests a full investigation into conduct in office.
A set of notices from candidates in Pocahontas County announces runs for county supervisor from the First District and Northeast District. Each favoring the Republican ticket and urging voter support in the upcoming June primary. Names include C A Green Rolfe M N Is Garfield J B H Bching Rolfe S B Whitmore Garfield Township.
Local election listings name county officers including treasurer clerk coroner sheriff recorder and attorney. Four board of supervisors members chosen for districts one three and five with terms starting January 1 1919 and 1920. Two justices of the peace two constables and three township trustees elected for varying terms.
The article portrays Mr. Van Alstine as closely connected to his Iowa roots and farming community. It cites overwhelming local support in Lake No. 1 precinct, emphasizes his stance on Torrens land reform and code envision, and notes his war service and public-spirited fundraising roles. It asserts his independence, businesslike approach, and avoidance of demagogy.
The $1,900,000 boost for railroad employees will help meet Liberty Bond payments. The funds could leave a surplus for Thrift Stamps Red Cross and Y M C A.
Pocahontas county board of supervisors met May 14 1918 with four members present. A refund of 668.12 was approved for Hane Stuhr from road fund D No 41. Proceedings on Taylor road hearing and drainage district 96 assessment matters continued to June 12 1918 with bids to be opened May 22 1918.
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