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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1912
Page
2
Frank M. Sarchett announces candidacy for County Superintendent, pending Republican primary. He has resided in the county for thirty years and taught in public schools for the last decade, asking for voters’ support.
A 1912 message announces J Stephen son as candidate for Clerk of the District Court on the Republican ticket for the June primary. It also notes WM Shirley of Swea City seeks Republican support for County Superintendent, stating six years as Swan City school superintendent and prior town and country experience.
Bor Recorder announces candidacy for County Recorder as Republican primary approaches in June. Letter emphasizes individual voting right and duty to vote according to personal beliefs, while editors refrain from urging a specific choice.
The piece urges readers to study literature and cast their ballots for honest, capable men in the upcoming primary, stressing duty to choose leaders who will represent the county or state best. It notes Taft Roosevelt campaigning in Ohio and predicts varying outcomes, with later results uncertain as Roosevelt and Wilson are mentioned.
Citizens urged to vote and express conviction in the upcoming June primary. The piece mocks political talk, notes local commentators, and hints at friction over candidates and legislative power while mentioning unnamed figures and general electoral tensions.
In Kossuth County the Topic reports on local politicians led by J. Bryan and Ben Young with Dennson Kenyon rivalry and primary debates. Arch ie Hutchinson promotes Holden while Stillman tours the district as a candidate for congress and representative. A school program at the public hall raises funds for next year’s primary needs.
A promotional notice urges readers to subscribe to the Daily Register and Leader and mentions the June issue and a special Sunday paper. It directs patrons to send subscriptions to the publisher in Des Moines, Iowa.
An advertisement from Iowa Protein Feed Co. of Algona and Titonka promotes Swifts 60 percent protein digester and beef scraps for poultry, calf meal for calves, hogs and chickens, plus worm remedies and general feed products. Correspondence directed to Algona, Iowa.
The article lauds Congressman Woods for pushing publicity for officials, enacting laws to protect life and children, and introducing an income tax measure. It notes his support for a tariff commission, opposition to free trade with Canada, and commitment to protecting producers in non monopoly sectors. The piece cites his votes as aligned with these goals.
The Swea City Herald notes Prank Woods as a likely favorite for Congress in the Tenth District. It mentions possible party shifts and that no crime or disgrace attaches to voting with either party, citing Democratic support and Republican alignment as plausible.
The article contends Congressman Woods voting record matches his stated positions. It cites reductions in lumber, sugar duties, and trust control, and notes support for strengthening the Interstate Commerce Commission. It also mentions personal travel and time listed with associates and family in Northwest Avustrong.
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