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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1906
Page
2
The primary law fever in Iowa is described as epidemic but only affects trusts and corporations. Hawarden’s city council action has divided the town into two wards, hinting at upcoming political clash in the next election between rival wards as the town grows into a metropolitan area.
Representative Chassell of Plymouth County introduces a bill in the Iowa legislature mandating that all pleasure boats on state waters be equipped with adequate life saving appliances. The measure aims to prevent disasters and keep Iowa free of a General Slocum incident.
The Holland settlement around Pella Iowa is described for its sturdy elderly residents. Men and women are tall and vigorous, many aged eighty-five to eighty, yet they appear youthful and move with grace despite their years.
Governor A B Cummins will present his views on vital questions at a meeting in the LeMars opera house this Saturday at 2 o clock. Large turnout expected as residents seek leadership they trust. The Iowa Homestead, edited by practicing farmers, blends farm experience with journalism, now offered with the Register-Tribune at a special price.
Beresford News notes a farmer’s view that Americans prefer knowing prices and descriptions before buying. The piece argues price quoting boosts competition, curbs salesmanship bias, and helps small merchants win patrons against rivals withholding prices. It urges adopting clear price advertising to revive stagnant trade.
Notice to stockholders of The Domestic Local Building and Loan Association of Akron Iowa stating a meeting for the annual election of officers on Monday evening March 5 1906 at 7 30 oclock at the secretary office. Directors and officers to be elected plus other business as needed By Order of Board of Directors.
Notice declares Waterbury and Pollock dissolved their partnership by mutual consent. 8 A Waterbury succeeds to the business, with all bills payable to Waterbury and Pollock or C P Vargason and all accounts due presented for payment before March 1, 1906. Signed by A Waterbury and J H Pottoox.
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Florence Cooney files for divorce from Hudson Cooney in Plymouth County District Court at Le Mars in the April 1906 term. The petition seeks custody of four minor children George Elva Mettie Beile and Lawrence Cooney with no alimony or costs requested. If Hudson fails to appear by noon on the second day of the next term, default and judgment will be entered.
Probate notice to Ella Rucker John Gale William Gale and James Gale heirs at law of William Gale deceased in Plymouth County Iowa. Filing of alleged last will Feb 16 1906 in District Court. Final proof and hearing set for April 30 1906 to decide probate.
Florence M. Theriault files for divorce from August M. Theriault in Plymouth County Iowa District Court. Grounds include desertion cruel and inhuman treatment and habitual drunkenness with custody of minor Lillie Mary Theriault sought and general equitable relief. If August Theriault fails to appear by noon on next term beginning April 30 1906 judgment by default may be entered. Dated February 16 1906 Zink and Rosabenry Attorneys for plaintiff.
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