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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1928
Page
2
The woods are full of candidates and Frank L. Thorpe of the Algona area entered the race for district court clerk. He visited Titonka on Monday as part of his campaign tour.
The piece notes Thorpe launching a political bid via remaining Topic issues and mentions rivals Jake Fred Edward Gentiech and Clark Orton in a brisk contest. It highlights Thorpe as a farm hand near Algona, born near Laverne, active in county life, with three main opponents noted for clerk races and a State Representative race involving J H Jensen of Fenon and Kossuth County.
Moose stock rancher J H Jensen of Fenton praised as ideal state representative candidate. News-World notes upcoming primary race with seven Republican sheriff candidates, four for clerk, two for county auditor, two for county attorney. It also covers Rev G Haken’s Home Sanitatium book, its health guidance, and local civic reflections on cooperation versus self interest amid election prep and community resilience.
Senator M L Bowman of Waterloo strengthens in all regions as Iowa voters approach June primaries. Key issues include a 100 million state Davi sie, a bank guarantee, and Bowman’s bid for a third term. Endorsements from Farm Bureau groups and unions bolster Bowman while Hammill faction counters with bond advocate meetings and wardens’ support efforts.
Senator Bowman presses for public debate with Hammill over the proposed paying bond issue and the bank guarantee law. Bowman plans to continue his campaign through the month while Hammill has refused to meet, highlighting the law as a campaign issue tied to state bank conditions.
Gilmore City Enterprise reports two traveling salesmen visited H. B. Van Alstine's residence and were challenged about peddler licenses. The mayor questioned them, the town marshal arrested them, and they paid a ten dollar fine amid grumbling that the ordinance was too strict.
We express sincere thanks to neighbors and friends for kindnesses during the illness and death of our father Michael T. Fisher. We also thank those who sent flowers and assisted with the music. Mr. and Mrs. BM, HiT Wm. Fisher.
Edward A. Genrich announces candidacy for Clerk of the District Court in Kossuth County asking for support from voters and supporters. He presents his bid as a path to experienced, capable court administration and public service.
A Republican candidate from Algona announces entry for the Kosguth County Attorney nomination pending June primary. The notice cites the candidate’s residency in Stillman and states commitment to the Republican ticket and county voters.
E Hovey announces candidacy for Kossuth County Iowa sheriff on the Republican ticket subject to June primary voter will.
H J Boettehert announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff in Kossuth County, subject to voters’ decision at the June primaries.
E. L. Wolcott declares candidacy for sheriff on the Republican ticket subject to voters June primary. He vows to serve the county if elected and urges supporters to unite behind the campaign.
A message to Kossuth County voters presents candidates for sheriff and county auditor. BF He Ssler of Algona announces his bid for sheriff, while G FR Vogel of Burt seeks the Republican nomination for county auditor in the June primary.
J H Jenson announces candidacy for the nomination as state representative from Kossuth County. He asks for Republican voters to support him at the June primary. The message also notes a clerk of the district court race and asks voters to consider the will of the people.
Paul Clark addresses voters of Kossuth County as a candidate for County official. He states support for the Republican ticket and urges voters to participate in the June primary to determine the party’s nominee.
Gaylord D Shumway is listed as an attorney candidate on the Republican ticket for the June primary. The notice highlights his party affiliation and bid for a nominated position.
Wesley notes various visits and entertainments around Algona. Mrs. Raymond Hansen hosts Methodist Aid. Mrs. Jack Haverly hosts the Stuay Club. Ruth Goodnow visits relatives in Algona. Verna Davis visits from Freeport with her family. The Foreign Missionary Society raises 10.45 at the Exchange Bank. Wellington Drewelow family visits Emmetsburg. Roberts move to a new house. Carl Oelrich family visits Hull. Mrs. George Benner travels with Spangler. Mothers Day observed at the M E church. baptism and member reception planned. Mrs. Fred Amesbury and Clara, Lee Hop king, and John Amesbury visit Carroll. William Amesbury is Mrs. Amesbury’s son. Mrs. Margaret Pfiffner begins a six month trip to several states. A E Giddings family gather for Milton Giddings' birthday.
The notice describes church attendance in the morning and ce ning followed by a noon picnic in the woods with Algona youths.
The Titonka congregation lists regular services at 9 o clock and 11 o clock with Sunday School at 10 09 am. Evening Epworth League at 7 30 pm and Evening Praise at 3 15 pm. Thursday training class and Junior League meet Saturday afternoon. Mothers Day observance planned. District and General Conference news referenced.
Regular monthly meeting held at eight p m with Mayor Welte and councilmen Stott Rachut French Sartor Nauman present. Bills for warrants approved including Falk Motor Co 15 50 Hagen 2 00 Titania Topic 16 05 Sartor 8 00 Missal Austin Wester Interstate Power Co 24 08 00. Gravel offer of R Krantz 1 10 per yard accepted. Meeting adjourned Clerk Win Boyken
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