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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
2
A scan of a historic issue presents a collage of editorials and letters from The Ackley World and George F. Althouse. It rails against political parties, libelous treachery, and social reform while quoting Lincoln and criticizing Kansas laws. It laments minister shortages, explores tariff debates, and notes primary election advice and civic duties.
A reader laments trust broken by a long time subscriber who stiffed payment for a newspaper. The writer criticizes deceitful behavior, noting the damaged trust and questioning judgment after years of cordial relations. The remark ends with a harsh view of the offender from Unadilla New York.
A fragment describes a half dozen year offender who hides inaction until delivering a note at the post office window to have it marked refused. The piece accuses certain Iowa and El Mour counties individuals of petty theft and pocket pilfering, suggesting bribe-like schemes and pocketing from 150 to 10 dollars.
A business chief laments 25 000 yearly loss from avoidable errors while noting mass unemployment. He argues the world needs men of action, purpose, and energy, capable of delivering results with practical skill and decisive leadership. Napoleon's quote underscores the value of a strong, effective commander.
A Des Moines Register and Leader column questions party loyalty as Republicans face a potential office bid. It notes a message of condolence sent to Senator Allison two years ago and accuses the so called progressive crowd of abandoning historic party principles. It argues the party disavows honoring a widely respected man, setting a weak example for future generations.
Humboldt’s world champion wrestler Frank Gotch advocates balanced exercise and clean living. He urges moderation in training, deep breathing, proper sleep ventilation, and a gym with equipment to develop body and mind. He encourages youths to form groups to build a community gym and stay mentally and morally healthy.
Ben Evans quits the navy amid questions about his successor Bob. If the new commander cannot match Evans's forceful Hagheh rhetoric, Bob risks ineffective leadership and potential ship grounding with weaker speech.
The text railings accuse factions of distributing blame and power as it hints that straw-man accusations, civil service attacks, and party politics will shape the fall. It references Governor Hocuzs remaining in the presidential race and party operatives pressing job distribution while naming Chicago and Denver as convention hosts.
The piece discusses a push for faster industrial growth in Iowa led by Hon. George O. White. It argues railroads influence population and investment, notes farmers sponsor land investments in power regions, and highlights capital risk in starting new manufacturing where raw materials exist but investment is scarce.
A compilation of Iowa editorials and comments condemning political hype and policy moves. Statements from Davenport Democrat Iowa City Citizen Dubuque Times Journal Cedar Valley Gazette and others critique tariffs slot machines and primary law proposals while praising focused political effort and cautioning factions.
The county auditor cannot print delegate candidates on primary tickets. Law requires only a vacant space for delegates with names written in or pasted on slips. No authority to print delegates names on tickets and any attempt infringes voters rights.
The Chicago Journal describes Carnegie Steel's Sharon Pennsylvania plant housing a 25 000 horsepower rolling mill engine. Weighing 650 tons, it runs 150 to 200 rpm and powers the mill. A small independent engine reverses the fan end and another drives the steam throttle valves, all under one operator.
New Portland cement offered by George Hanig for any quantity. Contact details not provided in readable text.
A collage of light notes recalls common folly and small wonder. A clergyman asks a boy about parables and hears his blunt scrappy answer about the one where somebody loafs and fishe. A Des Moines anecdote mentions quills and a 1836 county recorder’s fee.
The speaker pleads for a quiet retreat away from the roars of life asking for a lone isle where wives clean the house no more and nature's carpets lie beneath tired feet. The wind answers with a harsh refrain that there is no such place, only the ceaseless roar of the world.
Two speakers discuss a son graduating from law school and considering an extra year. The dialogue notes a positive achievement and a plan to delay further study, with one remark implying no immediate changes beyond graduation. The exchange preserves a light, informal tone amid an ordinary family moment.
A historical advertisement-like tip claims asthma relief by soaking blotting paper in a strong saltpetre solution, drying it, and burning a three inch square piece on a plate in the sleeping room for quick relief. The guidance reflects old medicinal practices and household simplifications.
A collage of periodical excerpts discussing motherhood, self, and social expectations. Julia Ward Howe warns against self centered devotion while New Idea urges energy for working women. Poetic lines from The Waves and The National Magazine reflect oceanic imagery and a forward looking view of nurture shaping global change. This office offers linen papers and visiting cards.
HMUREBY announces self as Republican auditor nominee pending Hardin county voters decision. The report notes tensions as businessmen denounce railroads hiring, arguing wage cuts from 33.60 to 81.35 a day drive unemployment, while the Gazette claims jobs list grows and old workers spend locally.
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