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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1906
Page
2
A mixed, fragmented read notes remarks on Lincoln, Cana dians in the U S, Martin at Waterloo, and political jabs about Republicans Parker and Cummings. It mentions a 1896 1900 1904 fund return and laments money influencing ballots, with social scenes of Germans in a parade and soldiers in the Philippines.
The World argues why voters align by enduring party principles. It asserts Republicans split over tariff reform versus traditional protections, noting that Democrats once led with protectionist ideas. The piece cites miners and other workers, applauding government ownership stance and urging consistency in party allegiance under the banner of principle.
Representative Shackelford denounces the speaker as a despot who has reduced the house to servitude. He laments that no bill can reach the floor without the speaker's consent and that committees are hacked to block action. The sketch mirrors Uncle Joe Cannon and mirrors the era's constitutional contention.
The crash near Duncombe resulted from no block at goals as freight failed to reach a side track, allowing the Omaha express to pass and collide. The writer argues for permanent block signals to prevent such disasters, stressing public safety over minor fare reductions. Also notes Tiaiau Van Metre’s election victory and praise for his service and potential Iowa board of control appointment.
Fragmentary excerpts reflect on ambition and corruption in politics, noting the blend of magnates and statesmen, the persistence of grafts from insurance to adulteration, and a skeptical view of politicians as a close corporation. The text juxtaposes moral ideals with human imperfection and civic progress.
The codling moth causes 20 to 40 percent wormy fruit in apple groves, with national losses reaching 811 million dollars plus 38 million for spray. Prevention rests on proper spray programs using arsenical compounds. USDA and state stations provide guidance, and a Washington farmers bulletin offers a ready reference for growers this spring.
A trembling tramp enters a London bakery asking for bread and a hospital. The shopkeeper refuses and shouts him out, leaving the destitute man to stumble away, humbly offering his money before being expelled from the store. A sad figure limps off toward a street corner.
Cherokee Democrat Geo D Perkins challenges Governor Cummins to a joint debate in each congressional district. The local report notes Perkins lacks Cummins mustache and stage presence but claims sharper common sense and potential appeal across the state.
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