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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1920
Page
2
A fragment notes a one year paid in advance arrangement entered at the Spring Valley Illinois post office. It references second class mail status and wait time.
The piece criticizes labor open shop advocacy while urging responsible leadership and cooperation between labor and capital. It argues that illegal strikes burden workers and stresses mutual interests. It then satirizes Governor Lowden and Thompson campaign claims over Len Small, noting factional tensions and the question of harmonizing rival camps.
An unsigned editorial argues that Chicago governance under Mayor William Hale Thompson is efficient and that claims of fiscal mismanagement are propaganda. It compares city and state cost increases, notes Chicago debt relative to other cities, and critiques Tribune and News coverage as biased while praising Thompson. The author endorses Thompson and shifts to a congressional campaign statement praising public reception and pledge to serve the district if elected.
Julius Johnson of Moline runs on the Republican ticket for State Auditor. He has held roles in the Secretary of State State Treasurer and State Insurance Department and is familiar with State offices. Born in Illinois he has farmed and worked in newspaper and manufacturing enterprises at Moline and asks Republicans to support him at the September 15 1920 primary.
James McGuire of New Jersey endorses RAT SNAP for rats saying a $1.25 purchase paid for the hog’s price. The cake bait comes in three sizes 35c 65c and $1.25 and is sold with a guarantee by Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drug Co.
A Popular Union in the district favors the candidate as best qualified to be representative in Congress, predicting a decisive victory for Ireland. The endorsement highlights strong support and confidence in his leadership abilities and vision for the district.
The article urges voters to renominate Congressman Clifford Ireland, praising his qualifications and record. It notes his work to involve women and ex-service men, his stance on tax and budget reforms, and his farming background through Marshall County. It calls for voting Septem ber 15 in the district.
John W. Walters of Stark County Wyoming announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Representative at the primaries held Wednesday September 15 1920.
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