Subscriptions and political musings in a late 19th century issue
A fragmented mixture quotes Abraham Lincoln and discusses Democratic primary turnout in Harding county. It notes Taft’s Iowa solid support and canvasses delegates to Chicago. Mentions Swiahura’s daily walks, government land recovery from Southern Pacific, a Western elopement tale, labor, Stuyvesant Fish’s stance, Bryan’s campaign integrity, and calls for hollow logs for Democrats amid low primary turnout.
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Southern Pacific
Iowa Press Notes and Comment Reflect Political Shifts
The Cherokee Democrat notes the governor returning to the state house amid calls for repair to the primary law. The Vinton Eagle urges Republican durability but stresses changes in pre-convention campaigns. The Davenport Democrat leans toward Bryan, predicting Taft at Denver and Bryan’s possible nomination at Chicago.
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G.o. P
State House
Vinton Eagle Gays
Republican Party
Bryan Ia
Denver
Taftin
Chicago
Davenport
Bryan
Credit and debt critique urges cash-based living
The text argues against easy credit, warns it harms future labor, and urges eliminating debt to live on a cash basis. It compares credit to addicts, notes mortgaged future work, and questions pride in good credit, urging frugality and self reliance.
Fragmentary musings on money and restraint in spending
The text reflects troubled thoughts about misusing money and urges restraint. It questions ownership of funds and suggests avoiding cash advances until financial clarity is reached, warning against spending mothers’ money and urging delayed gratification.
Dolliver and Iowa Politics at the Edge of Nomination
The piece notes Dolliver's frequent mention in the week about the vice presidency near the Iowa scene and suggests party maneuvering ahead of the eventual Republican ticket. It also reports a May 3 1908 town council meeting with numerous bills paid and fund balances across several civic accounts.
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Dolliver
United States
Iowa
Joas Dolliver
Towa Doubti Asa
Towa
Todiaca
Teddy
Taft
Roosevelt
New York
Providence
Johnathan P. Dolliver
Frodden Lumber Q Co
Acres Blackmar & Co
Sinnoing
Inter County Journal
H. Stoeler
Frank Balender
W. Hubrecht
Prank Balendar
Wm. Aubrecht
J. Hendricks
H. Held
Tom Keough
L. Reiken
Mieng
Barney Breoker
F. Kerker
E. Bruns
A Kramer
Cora Weber
H. H. Nazett
Will Sauter
Heros Buchana
John Stour Jr
Ackley World
Gregory Ooal
Coke Co
Standard Ol Co
Minota Electric Co
Hawkeye Compound Co
W. D. Allen Mfg. Co
Frank Bolender
Fred Schwinger
American Electric Co
Duncan Electric Co
Iowa Central RE
Ackley Telephone Ca
Electric Light and Water
Mrs Groom Divorced in District Court
The William Groom versus Annie Groom divorce ended with the petition dismissed and the defendant granted a divorce on crony bill. Custody awarded to the mother with temporary custody of the elder son to the plaintiff and probation officer A. B. Kepford appointed. The couple have two young sons and the costs taxed to the plaintiff. Hardin county gun shoot at Steamboat Rock drew county clubs. top scores listed for Thursday and Friday events.
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William Groom
Annie Groom
A. B. Kepford
Hardin County
Steamboat Rock
Robertson
Jows Falls
Eldora
Iowa Falls
Brown
Thornton
Wood
Cousahoven
Nelson
Ellsworth College entry for teachers’ cert exams amid Chauteauqua dates
Beginning Monday June 15 or 22 teachers may enter Ellsworth College Town Falls Iowa for thorough preparation for teachers certificate exams. They may also enjoy the ten days Chauteauqua. Arnold brothers bakery and restaurant advertise top quality goods with purest ice cream.
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Ellsworth College
Town Falls
Oration Winners Highlight Ackley Class Graduates
Ackley seniors present orations on Commercial Highways and The Growth of Commerce in the United States with August Band Abbie de Neuf Clara Lutterman Pearl Maler and Bart Stauffacher praised for eloquence and future plans. The graduates aim for Cornell College teaching careers and higher education while a class reception followed at J H Hute’s home.
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Ife
August Band
William Band
Miller
United States
August
Cornell College
Abbie de Neuf
John de Neul
Post Office Department
Abbie
Clara Lutterman
A. Lutterman
Lenox
South Dakota
Ackley
Clara
Pearl Maler
Pearl
Bart Stauffacher
Mrg
J. J. Stauffacher
Wali
Higger
Quiet Life Outweighs Showy Talent, Says Local Wisdom
An essay argues that usefulness lies with steady, conscientious citizens rather than flashy individuals. It cites examples of grandiose airs and ballooning hype, contrasting them with the value of reliable daily duties and honest work, even noting a sensational tale from Brookings.
Sunday Sermon Calls Ministers Grafters Pure and Simple
In Pittsburg the Rev Billy Sunday declares many ministers are grafters pure and simple. He asserts with conviction that at least one minister fits the description in his remarks.
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Pittsburg
Billy Sunday
Billy
Towa Falls Picnic Brings Des Moines Guests and Local Vendors
Towa Falls plans a picnic attracting farmers, butchers, and growers from several points. The event highlights the river woodland and natural charm. Vendors like Dimmer & Co advertise coal closings and city fruit deals while Quas, A, Knanen promote bargain goods.
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Towa Falls
Fragmented Notice Echoes Odd City Sights
A garbled clipping jokes about Stygomta and a stagger from a mosquito bar, mentions Rev. Maitland Alexander of Pittsburg donating his 81000 salary to charity, and notes empty streets with farmers’ teams. Oxford shop ad promotes leather goods by reputable firms.
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Maitland Alexander
Firat Presbyterian Church
Pittsburg
Reckless Waste of Money Joke From Washington IA
A Washington Iowa Democrat piece recounts a town tale in which a man buys a five cent lamp chimney that lasts three years, then a fifteen cent one that lasts only three days, and returns to the cheaper item. The anecdote highlights frugal choices and unexpected outcomes in a small town.
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Washington
Iowa
Democrat
Des Moines druggist advertises new stock and misspelled items
Fragmented ad notes a search for a six-toed woman in Des Moines. It lists mixed palate products and new footwear arriving daily at J. J. Drewer & Co, including men’s, ladies’, misses’, and Oxford shoes.
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J. J. Direwer & Co
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George F, Altbouse
Haifa
Abraham Lincoln
Swiahura
Tati
Willism
Muo
Mus. Stuyvesant Fisa
Nebraska
City Council
Fabio
Topeka Capital
Arnold Brothers
Restau
Allison
Des Moines
Jane
Oummina Allison Fitet
Ate
Cumming Allison Flint
Commins Snd
Diatricta
Mack
Mac
J Shop
Develo Hack
Optoma
Faried Whiyn
Metropolitan
Wellman
North Pole
Brookings
Board of Education
Cupid
Acen
Teev le
Wile 00S
India
Long Sik
Workman
Fd. Dimmer & Co
Skeeter
Stygomta
Hidora Herald
Dt. Diewer & Co
Bhooe
Saarch
Des Moinea
Nia'a Old Stand
Sonorr
Roosevalt Bros
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