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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1910
Page
3
The administration highlights the governor’s strict handling of state affairs with reduced taxes and solid accounting. Officials tout Carroll’s record as unassailable by political foes, stressing accomplishments under his leadership.
A portrait of B F Carroll’s eighteen months as Iowa governor highlights cost cutting and strict supervision, including a one tenth cut in the state levy saving over 60000 for taxpayers, removal of grafting officials, and insistence on integrity in all departments amid notable legislation and fiscal discipline.
From the Oskaloosa Herald, Clarke of Adel faces opposition to Warren Garst challenging Governor Carroll for a second term. Clarke, praised for integrity and broad appeal, refuses to run without a clear issue, while Garst’s bid is seen as a power play to derail him.
The report accuses Warren Garst supporters Bert Keltz Harry Barmeijer and B W Garrett of former resignations and irregularities. It questions whether Garst’s nomination would grant these figures political legitimacy and how this reflects on Governor Carroll’s administration.
Governor Carroll, in Manilla on May 14, framed the gubernatorial race as a test of Iowa sovereignty. He denounced political bosses like Tom Platt and Dolliver, insisting he will govern by his own judgment and answer to the people, not to factional dictates.
The Arlington News criticizes the senators for opposing Governor Carroll of Iowa who seeks a second term. It argues reform would depress farmer prices and wages and accuses the federal crowd of selecting a candidate, applauding Carroll for focusing on state business instead of national ambitions.
Charles City Press reports Harry Barmeijer of Dubuque accuses Governor Carroll of opposing proper use of the hunters license fund. Barmeijer, once favored, was rejected when Carroll refused to appoint him game warden.
Too Much Bogaism states Gov. B F Carroll seeks a second term as the logical party choice. Local Tribune accuses Washington backed Garst of monopolizing influence, labeling town politics as dictatorial with Cannonism and Czarism, calling for scrutiny of Iowa leadership.
The note says Bert Keitz, pharmacy commissioner ousted by Gov. Carrall over extravagant expenses, is now managing Gov. Garst's campaign. Friends question if voting Garst's nomination implies Keitz's reinstatement. The Patriot urges Garst to speak out frankly.
Victor Record urges voters to support Frank Carroll a true Republican for state affairs administration for the next two years. He denounces critics who belittle Carrolls record as auditor of state and as governor.
The Garat campaign alleges Governor Carroll blocked removing a state fish and game warden and circulated a letter from a group repudiated by the Iowa State Fish and Game Association to claim Carroll opposes proper use of the Hunter's License Fund, currently about 105000 dollars. Carroll defends the law, says funds must be used to protect and propagate fish and game and that he has no authority to change allocations. He opposed using the money for an automotive road project around a lake resort.
The Garst campaign managers are accused of broad misrepresentations about Governor Carroll. Press agents spread baseless insinuations while Carroll, as deposed officials face firings, fights back with records and facts. Supporters say truth is sacrificed to win, while critics push false arguments to topple an honest administration.
Governor Carroll asks for a second term claiming courtesy has never denied any public official. Garst campaigns for his first term stating he has never been elected governor by the people and failed to measure up to Carroll in the Republican primary test.
Iowa federal intervention saves intra state rail rates from national control. Iowa Railroad Commission urged restoration of a clause protecting state authority over intra state transportation and the conference committee accepted the provision, delaying potential transfer of rate control to national judges. The move preserves Iowa power to regulate railroad rates for producers and manufacturers along the two great rivers.
The adventurous press agent presents a brief item noting Mrs. Humphrey Ward visiting and commenting on American women's dress. A Boston Herald quips about the mistaken belief that a woman is incomplete without a divorce suit, reflecting lighthearted opinion on women and social expectations.
The quote urges just dealing with all, including enemies, to avoid returning harm. It emphasizes universal friendship and goodwill toward those of the same nature, warning against vice by retaliating inkind. Attributed to Hilerocles.
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