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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1901
Page
2
Fragmentary item presents a quotation attributed to Abraham Lincoln urging reverence for sin to be taught in schools colleges and spelling books and enforced in politics courts and public life. The readable portions mix names and outdated phrasing with references to George F. Althouse and subscriptions.
The last term program by local high school pupils will be held next Friday evening as a committee led by Frank Marschall Victor Kachelhoffer and Andrew Fink installed carpet in the superintendent's office. The note invites readers to attend the post, featuring new ideas from the office and thanks to students. The piece also references upcoming exams December 1 17 and 18 and a December 26 lecture, plus a report on the ninth grade's high marks and a talk on character reading by a teacher.
A longstanding political roast targets Mr. Neuman and the Phonograph editors. The piece accuses the Phonograph of stealing credit for Neuman’s victory, cites local political maneuvers, and mocks Democratic and populist figures. It references Judge Kenyon’s treasury ruling and argues against party manipulation.
The article notes per capita beer consumption is higher in Britain than Germany, France drinks the most ardent spirits, and U S intake is over fifty percent lower than many nations. It then shifts to political critique, lamenting Democratic splits, Cummins' loss, and regional election outcomes affecting party strength and free silver stances.
A letter extols Montana style monthly settlements, cash basis business, and universal prompt payment. It argues the system boosts liquidity, reduces foreclosures, and keeps money circulating, noting Iowa’s culture would resemble a utopia. Also reports Plymouth bank robbery, and a local notice about Iowa lodge events and a 100 acre farm for sale or rent via Bank of Ackley.
The Iowa court held that the auditor alone may correct current year assessments under chapter 47 and that the treasurer, not the auditor, has authority to employ tax ferrets for detecting omitted property. Fleener Carna han & Co faces appeals as the ruling affects thousands in Polk County taxes. The Philippines piece argues for secular American priests to ease governance, urging patient, tactful officials with broad authority on the ground.
After the tragedy which made him president, Mr. Roosevelt pledged himself to all that his predecessor had said at the Buffalo address. The Home Market Club notes the general approbation, predicting reciprocity at a general tariff revision. They argue against paying fancy prices as gratuities while manufacturers underbid foreign competitors globally.
A bold campaign victory is overshadowed by a witness box ordeal as Rear Admiral Schley endures cross examination by a petty lawyer. The public verdict should honor his role at Santiago, free of department prejudice.
The article notes Iowa Governor Shaw can relax about excess baggage charges as he travels outside Iowa for his presidential bid. It frames this as a personal consolation rather than a critique of his exertions on the campaign trail.
Sioux City Journal reports on B Y Royce of Sheldon contesting guardianship over his own affairs. The case in O'Brien county involves claims of sufficient wealth to manage property and extensive holdings across Blackhawk Butler Wyld counties and Sheldon city assets including brick business, opera house, and residence. The hearing faces postponement requests with Judge Hutchinson overseeing the district court.
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