Lincoln Abolition and Bryan Winds Through an Ackley Page
A noisy election column from Ackley discusses Lincoln inspired reverence for law, Bryan and Stevenson at the Kansas City convention, and Democratic strategy. It notes opposition to imperialism, U S. recruiting chatter, and economic strains from wheat to mills, with remarks on votes in Alaska and Cuba claims, plus local ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
W. J. Bryan
Resolutions Committee
Alaska
Hawaii
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Arizona
Indian Territory
Tree Womip
McKinley Party
Republic
Worktp
Bryan
Stevenson
Iowa court voids building and loan law over contracts
Judge Bishop in the Police county district court rules the last general assembly’s building and loan law unconstitutional as it affects existing contracts. The decision affects Iowa Central Building and Loan Association v. Wilson, preserving face value of mutual contracts and limiting the law’s reach on previously made agreements. Posters seek navy recruits with varied pay and four year enlistment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop
Police County District Court
General Assembly
Iowa Central Building and Loan Association
Va. Wilson
Des Moines
Debated foreign questions and Iowa reforms in campaign notes
The piece argues Republicans use foreign issues to influence the presidential race, while Democrats must oppose such tactics. It notes Merriam advocated renomi nation of state auditor and claims he closed several Iowa insurers and a building loan, suggesting a mixed Iowa record. It criticizes the street car strike settlement and laments wasted costs from imprudent actions by both sides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Merriam
Iowa
Wor
Emperor William vows vengeance against China as allies rally
The piece notes Emperor William addressing troops at Wilhelmshaven, dispatching 20 000 men and five battleships to punish China while urging vengeance and humanity. It critiques Fourth of July festivities for poor public support, calls the street pageant a flop, and questions the event’s value and cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Germany
Willhemshaven
China
America
Brief World Powers Move From Pretoria to Peking
The article contrasts changing global attention from Pretoria to Peking as centers of world interest shift. It notes quick transitions in prominence among nations and leaders, highlighting how focus moves with events, diplomacy, and headlines.
Torn Security Measures Mark Narrow Victory and Loss
A fragmented report recalls communities affected by a contested policy as families endure sorrow and fear. Authorities claim tightened controls reduced risk while residents note lingering consequences and financial strain on the state.
Turbulent Iowa notes mix crime fires and cantankerous locals
An assortment of sparse items from Towa Falls and nearby towns include a jail escape by H Adams and a return to gambling, railroad work near Belmond, a lightning strike on John Meisner’s barn, and livestock losses in Clarksville. Also mentioned are charity aid to England, a Knights of Pythias lodge in Town Falls, odd dialect reminiscences, an ad urging catarrh cure with a $100 promise, and a farm rental listing near Ackley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Adams
Hardin County
Towa Falls
Yo Durance
Duluth & New Orleans
Nevada
Clarksville
John Meisner
Reinbeck
Belmond
Dan O'Conner
Grundy Center
Independence Asylum
Frank Haas
Steamboat Rock
Anamosa
Haas
Eidora
England
India
Alpine Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Town Falls
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
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George F. Althouse
Abraham Lincoln
Nebr Witee
A. E. Slevenson
Tilinolis
Washington
Navy
U. S
V. R
V. ER
Sato
Cato
Turkey
Wttle
Carter
Neely and Rathbone
Cuba
Civina
Murphy
Dubuque
Hichelberger
Ottumwa
United Christians
Party of God and Morality
Prohibitionists
Ebery Manf
Heis Bosa
Dawg
Jock
Ackley
Orry Grocery
Building and Loan Law
Uncle Sam
Taele Sam
Meno
Dakota
H—L
Towa
Saya
Osage
Alster
Iowa Falls
Gun Barre
Traer
Walt Butler
Cedar Rapids
West Union
Scotta Luck
Waterloo
Clover
Scott
Pretoria
Ually
Mooenare
H. Heetland
S. A. Martin’s
Thomas Vahey
J.B. Green
New York Life
Insurance .Comp’y
H. van Giffen
John Kourty & Brothers
Frey
Main Street
J. Fr, Croor
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