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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1906
Page
2
Fragments quote Abraham Lincoln, Reed Smoot, and Joseph Patterson. notes on Democrats, press ethics, and Soldiers' preference law. Contains an address by Melville B. Stone from Yale, January 26, 1906. Observes rural Kansas funeral customs as public measure of a man's standing.
The piece critiques socialism and advocates Jeffersonian individualism as the path to progress. It cites Patverdyn and World's Work arguments, contrasts personal gain with communal funds, and warns against universal welfare eroding ambition. It also includes a consumer anecdote about advertising rates for Ladies' Home Journal Inquiries, noting high page costs and per-line pricing.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette and other papers dissect a heated primary election reform, with critics calling the measure a maze of red tape and supporters claiming it reflects public sentiment. Reports note party divisions, irregular vote tabulations, and a pending gubernatorial signature as Des Moines parties push to finalize the overhaul.
A drive seeks to compel Joan Cownie of the state board of control to disclose a confession by Sarah Kuhn. Kuhn, who died in prison while serving a life term for her husband’s murder, was described as a young woman by critics, though the account labels her as an arch deceiver. The piece argues the confession exists and condemns the effort as a waste of energy.
The Vinita Chieftain laments Muskogee action halting an illegal liquor trade, noting contraband liquor sold openly in Vinita near the federal court. The Tahlequah Herald weighs in with its own answer amid regional discontent and legal concerns.
Keep fertility in the land by returning as much as the crop removes each year. Improve the wood lot with careful cutting to boost stump value and growth. Advice covers dairy farming, calving, cow feeding, and detecting a lousy hen coop with dirty or unsafe conditions.
Troughs half full of litter make poor feeding spots so clean them daily. Do not judge a man by his clothing. A wife may be late reaching it.
In a lengthy authorized interview Senator Dolliver says he has not sought to be the nexus of a Perkins endorsement and notes illness kept him from politics. He commends Governor Cummins and explains party unity, stressing primaries safety, anti pass bills, and his support for Geo. D. Perkins as a strong Iowa Republican leader. He rejects factional plots and says he would retire from the Senate rather than betray his stance toward Perkins.
The text argues ambition is a cultivated passion that weakens without effort and education. It cites Emerson on needing motive to act, urges creating a stimulating environment to awaken drive, and contrasts potential with actual effort. Also included are reflective lines about hope, spring, and resilience amid daily worries.
Dr. J. W. Thornton stands as a comparatively new resident with distinct qualifications. Friends rally to place him at the octal head of the city, and supporters vow he will prove faithful to duties and community interests.
Imperial Council Ancient Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine hosts discounted excursion fares from April 25 to May 5 with return by July 31. One round trip fare applies for direct routes, stopovers allowed, and privileges noted. See The World Time Guide for details. Eastbound services include Passenger No. 68 local freight No. 67 and Passenger No. 607 along with Local Brett No. 674.
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