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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1905
Page
2
A compact column in Akron Iowa discusses local topics from the tip system in Wisconsin to national treasury looting rumors. It praises trees for health and property value, warns about financial missteps by public figures, and contrasts urban youth with sturdy rural country boys, urging practical country life.
The three giants New York Life Mutual and Equitable hold about half of the nearly two and a half billion dollars in force insurance. This large pool comes mainly from middle class savers and amounts to roughly one tenth of U S wealth, surpassing federal revenues and Standard Oil income. About 27 million dollars a year is paid to agents, and each firm reportedly owns ten to fifteen banks.
The speaker derides a proposed pension for Washington department clerks. He notes long service with light duties, salaries from 100 to 200 dollars per month, and accuses them of colluding with aristocratic schemes while criticizing their spending and retirement provisions.
A passage argues that department clerks are un-American and urges a two year term for service to align with republican ideas, proposing retirement without pensions and giving younger candidates a chance.
A. W. Holgington, writing from Akron and visiting Medical Lake, notes good climate and rising living costs here. He reports onions: fruit blossoms, cheap berries, and wheat prospects. Spokane’s rapid growth, electric line to Medical Lake, and a major fire in Akron. He mentions Earl and Dr. Ellis, and plans to explore the area before investing, with best regards to friends.
An advertisement touts Gladstone Kresoline Dip as a remedy for hog scab and animal diseases. It claims easy curing of scabs by dipping or sprinkling with the solution, touts benefits for dogs and poultry, and lists pricing and Akron retailer details. Jerry Henry of Alcester South Dakota endorses the product.
The Chicago Record-Herald stands as a striking example of fearless nonpartisan journalism. It prides itself on independent judgment and press independence, presenting news without partisan coloring to let readers form sound conclusions.
A genuine snap offers 240 acres all river bottom at Tows'side with 10 acres of fine hardwood timber, a large new house and barn. Improvements total 5000 dollars, price 67.50 per acre. Also 120 acres hill land 10 miles from Akron at 35 dollars per acre. Inquire CO. H. Maxson Akron Iowa.
A white sow at the Akron farm is claimed by owner Guo H Dias in a case seeking recovery of the paying expenses. The notice requests the owner to present proof and complete reimbursement details.
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