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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1902
Page
2
The piece blends quotes from Abraham Lincoln about the politics of governance with a column on individual responsibility under any government. It discusses fiscal virtue, the canteen issue, butter prices, taxation on oleomargarine, a Fort Dodge plan, and political commentary on Iowa figures, ending with a New York woman jailed for kissing men.
The socialist vote grows in Iowa with about 13 000 statewide. In Scott County Davenport reports sharp gains with around 1 000 socialist votes, more than twice any previous year. Dubuque County 788, Woodbury 334, highlighting a rise alongside eastern states.
Endorsed by Democrats in Clarion and in the county, the vote for Ben is celebrated in a year still favorable to Republicans. The piece lauds Ben as highly worthy and trustworthy, hoping for greater honors and continued usefulness, while noting varied political climates in Crawford and Hardin counties and a light local contest post-election. Also cites L. M. Shaw’s county and local humor about bets and desert politics.
A Chicago man on summer vacation at a Wisconsin lake resort converses with the proprietor about land size. He learns the next property is owned by Widder Simmons. The proprietor hints at a joint ownership plan, noting plans for October and a surprised reaction to being discovered.
Edward Clendenin learns his wife Mamie forged his name on a check after she signs as bearer to withdraw funds. A bank detective explains the case, tracing the handwriting, and both husband and wife laugh at the mistaken danger, with apologies from the bank and a changed banking routine.
In Salem a remarkable tapestry once hidden in a Derby street home was discovered by Mr. Miller amid dust. The piece, depicting figures from Raphael's cartoon Feed My Lambs, was found by a woman whose husband had fetched it from Malta. She traded it for a carpet and chose a bold red and green design, securing a win for both parties.
The late Sly Moses Montefiore, hailed as the modern Moses for freeing Jews, faced taunts of Christ killer lineage. He reportedly responded by presenting a pedigree chart tracing his forebears to an ancient Spanish homestead dating back over two millennia before Christ.
An applicant seeks a railroad fireman job, and the superintendent asks questions including how far the North Pole is. The applicant balks at the tricky question, expressing reluctance to take the job.
A fragmentary Chicago Nowe passage recalls a dog named Frandie Hogan-An' ighe Mike. It hints at a blood bond and a past duty to save the pup from danger, with unclear phrasing about loyalty and protection.
Notice sets a claim period for stray calves five in number. Owners may claim them at L. A. Hembd’s premises by paying the costs of keeping and the notice. Also mentions pastries and bakers seeking orders for weddings and parties. Bee Prizz and Paunys referenced.
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