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King Challenger, Jim Mowrer, Visits Ames Thursday
Jim Mowrer who is seeking the Democratic nomination for the 4th District seat will make a campaign stop at Cafe Diem.

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Jim Mowrer who is seeking the Democratic nomination for the 4th District seat will make a campaign stop at Cafe Diem.

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