Kenyon Not on Ballot in November Race
Voters in Black Hawk County are informed that Senator Kenyon will not appear on the November ballot. A vote for Kenyon can only be cast by voting for Henry Grout and H. C. Bernbrook, the Republican candidates for state representative from Black Hawk. The notice frames a Kenyon vote as a vote for honest and progressive government.
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H. C. Bernbrook
Black Hawk
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Roosevelt
Black Mawk County
Black Hawk County
Town county farms exceed value of seven states in comparison
A lengthy editorial criticizes the Republican ticket and defends Black Hawk county officials. It argues voters should judge county work by service and tax value, not political experience, attacking the progressive and Democratic slates and noting concerns about incumbency and national influence.
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Colorado
Arkansas
Tennessee
Georgia
South Carolina
North Carolina
Virginia
Black Hawk County
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Black Hawk
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Geothe Pelle
Substitutes urged for saloons in temperance debate
The piece argues the progressive ticket in Black Hawk County is substantial and reformist, while urging readers to study it for truth beyond third party talk. It notes temperance forces in Waterloo seeking substitutes for saloons and mentions moving picture era concerns and local political endorsements.
Which Way voting echoes in Iowa election talk
A collection of editorial notes from multiple Iowa papers discusses election climate, looming outcomes, and the influence of reforms such as primary and anti-pass laws. Mentions Fort Dodge candidate Maunie O'Connor and Republican leaders Geo. W. Clarke and the Teun party shaping the race.
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Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Maunie O'Connor
Fort Dodge
Knights of Columbus
Dubuque Thines-Tournal
Capabe Teun
Geo. W. Clarke
Clarke
John Bleakly for Iowa state auditor urged in Ida County Pioneer
The Ida County Pioneer endorses John L. Bleakty as Republican candidate for state auditor. It lauds his record in Des Moines, credits him with improving banking and insurance oversight, and urges Ida County voters to support him as a source of pride and confidence in state government.
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Towa
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One Shot Reflections on Cleveland McKinley Era
A veteran writes on political shifts, blaming Cleveland for debt and price rises while praising McKinley for booming industry and wartime vigor. He cites Bryan’s influence, free silver and free trade, and lauds Teddy Roosevelt as a national hero who reshaped New York and national leadership.
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Ponderous Personages JOHN ADAMS By George Fitch
John Adams the second president is portrayed as a lifelong indignant figure. He studied at Harvard, served in Congress, helped spark the revolution, and later advocated firm policies. His career included Europe missions, vice presidency, presidency, and a long life ending on the Fourth of July.
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Primary nominating speech sparks Iowa governor race clash
A 1912 letter from Waterloo, Iowa argues against political opponents while praising George W. Clarke as a clean, pure gubernatorial candidate. The writer recalls trials, accusations, and a call to support Clarke amid national issues on free trade and living costs.
Clarke urged as progressive standard bearer in Iowa
Congressman Prouty defends George W. Clarke as a strong progressive ally, noting Clarke’s efforts to place human rights measures on Iowa’s statute books and his consistent advocacy for conservative progressivism across the state.
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George W. Clarke
Iowa
Congressman Prouty
Teachers College Defense in State Schools Debate
A Towa City Republican argues that discussions on state school changes are becoming less acrimonious and that weight should be given to arguments from all sides. He notes Cedar Falls State Teachers College could parallel Iowa City, with minimal extra cost and potential convenience benefits if both institutions train high school teachers.
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Views of the People The Saloon Question
Editor notes a proposal by Rev. Hinkle urging churches to form working men clubs to replace saloons. He calls it well meaning but questions its sufficiency as a substitute and inducement for temperance.
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Prohibition Era Clubrooms Fail to Attract Boozers
A writer recalls a Union block venue later Myers building on Fast Fourth Street that offered free church club rooms with reading materials and games during Prohibition. Despite invitations, few saloon habitués visited, as they sought alcohol and coarse talk, not church club attractions. The piece notes saloons fuel crime and vice, and argues church led efforts would still fail without liquor.
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Myers Building
Fast Fourth Street
New York City
Working man should form a home club for family happiness
A letter from Waterloo urges working men with families to create a home club at home with wife and children to save wages and foster better citizenship. The notice coins the idea as practical social advice from J. GC. Me dated October 20.
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