Intelligencer Looks at Primary Law and Oelwein Press Growth
The editorials urge legislature to form a short term senator successor and allow a general election vote on Iowa's U S Senate choice. The piece notes Oelwein Register’s rise after rivals failed, praising Hoyer and Robinson for establishing a successful daily newspaper and the editor’s pride in Robinson’s rapid progress.
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Council Bluffs
Iowa
United States
Oelwein Register
Register
Hoyer and Robinson
Oelwein
Robinson
Intelligencer
Governor Cummins Favored by Cole Observer Editorial
The Cole Observer endorses Governor Cummins as a plausible successor to Senator Allison while reserving some disagreement with Cummins on certain principles. It argues his campaign effort and broad Republican support merit consideration and suggests a harmony path if Taft wins and Bryan's policies gain traction.
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Cole Observer
Cummins
Allison
Taft
Bryan
License for drinkers proposed to curb liquor problem
Cedar Falls Record columnist Jo Jarnigin urges a license for every man who drinks to curb intoxication. He would punish drinkers without a license, regardless of offense, shifting focus from sellers to buyers and treating the drinker as equally responsible.
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Jo Jarnigin
Cedar Falls
Mr. Jarnigin
Press silence after Senator Allison's death examined
The Times-Republican questions how a prominent senator lay unconscious in Dubuque from Saturday to Tuesday without press notice until after death. It notes Allison died at 1 33 PM yet the Des Moines Capital was the only evening paper at the Ames post office without an obituary, while Marshalltown Times-Republican, Des Moines News, and Boone News Republican carried two column reports.
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Allison
Dubuque
Times-Republican
Des Moines
Ames Post Office
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Des Moines News
Boone News Republican
Railroads urged to run extra cars for state fair crowds
The writer asks that passenger coaches idle on side tracks be moved to main tracks and used for the state fair. He cites last year’s harsh treatment when riders were packed into cars with many forced to stand for miles. This year, railroads are said to be more accommodating and have granted a better rate.
Senator Allison Said Not Seeking Re election
Washington correspondent notes Senator Allison reportedly declared he would not seek another term due to age and potential defeat. He would not expose his name to the people unless urged by longtime supporters who fear Governor Cummins may defeat them in the primaries.
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H. C. Stevens
Washington
Minneapolis Journal
Allison
Senate
Cummins
Wallaces' Farmer Favors Excluding Colleges From Stock Shows
The paper argues against allowing agricultural colleges to compete in interstate and international stock shows, saying the common stock raiser lacks state backing and would be disadvantaged. It questions why millionaire farmers should be favored, noting they can marshal equal or greater funds to prepare stock for exhibition and that small exhibitors would fear both the millionaire and the state.
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Wallaces
Ten years later Dewey declares Manila seizure ends loafing rule
The speaker notes that a decade ago George Dewey decided to push for controlling Manila in the Philippines along with the rest of the islands. The statement suggests a continuing desire to release control and manage the territory.
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George Dewey
Philippine
Manila
Hughes Campaign Urged to Aid Taft in N Y Nomination
The Register and Leader urges the president and Mr Taft to press New York to secure Governor Hughes nomination. The piece warns that Hughes defeat by the New York machine could endanger the Republican presidential ticket in November.
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Register
Taft
New York
Hughes
Republican Party
Valley Junction Express Endorses William Larrabee for Short Term
The Valley Junction Express favors appointing William Larrabee to the short term Allison succession, calling it an honor that would be richly deserved. The piece stresses Larrabee’s venerable status and suitability for a brief tenure.
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Allison
The
Valley Junction Express
William Larrabee
Opponents of Cummins Voice Support Shift in State Races
The Webster City Freeman Tribune says Cummins opponents who backed him pending Senator Allison’s candidacy can now prove their loyalty to harmony in the state. Standpatters gain a test of sincerity as the campaign moves forward.
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Cummins
Allison
Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Creamery Trust Criticized as Oil Rival in Parkersburg
The Parkersburg Eclipse denounces the creamery trust for forcing small farmers out of business by paying four to six cents per pound for butter fat below market value, likening its impact to Standard Oil.
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Creamery Trust
Parkersburg Eclipse
Standard Oil Company
Napoleon the First on journalists and press power
The quote attributes to Napoleon I a view of journalists as grumblers and teachers who can influence nations. He cautions that hostile newspapers pose a greater threat than physical force, framing the press as a ruler of nations and shaper of policy.
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Napoleon
Des Moines Stirs Bid for Oskaloosa Distillery
Des Moines expresses effort to secure the Oskaloosa distillery, arguing the capital city needs such an asset to boost its spirits and regional industry.
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Des Moines
Safe Young Considers Legal Action for Peace
The inquiry questions whether Safe Young should sue to obtain peace, weighing potential legal routes and outcomes. It frames a strategic option rather than detailing any pending case or specific defendants.
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Safe Young
Des Moines Ball Team Wins Notable Victory
The Des Moines ball team secured a win in a recent game. Key players contributed to the victory, boosting the team’s standing. Fans celebrated the result as a strong performance against a competitive opponent.
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Des Moines
Holden stays in Iowa says Hungerford in Carroll Herald
Editor John Hungerford on the Iowa State College board states there is no talk of Professor Holden leaving Ames. He praises Holden’s agricultural extension work and says his field will widen, assuring the professor remains tied to Iowa and not enticed by other states.
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John Hungerford
Iowa State College
Carroll Herald
Holden
Ames
Iowa
Dr Cessna Should Stay At Iowa State College
The Ames community urges Dr O H Cessna to remain at Iowa State College. His role as instructor and campus chaplain strengthens student morals, college spirit, and daily chapel programs welcoming all denominations. A departure to Morningside College in Sioux City is viewed unfavorably.
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Ames
Iowa State College
O. H. Cessna
Morningside College
Sioux City
Northwest
Iowa College
Cessna
Mail Order Advertising Debate in Local Paper
Claude Campbell of the Jewell Record argues local papers should accept advertising from mail order houses even when local merchants do not. He notes the paper promotes local fight against mail order firms yet leaves his own columns empty, urging broad ad coverage to support the publication.
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Claude Campbell
The
Jewell Record
Campbell
Merchants and newspapers clash over mail order ads
The piece argues that active local merchants who promote superior service and competitive prices can protect their business by using print to counter mail order houses. It suggests newspapers should fill ad space with outside advertising when merchants fail to support local coverage.
Postal Savings Banks Outline Benefits and Debate
The Postmaster General George W. L. Meyer explains how postal savings banks would boost thrift without hurting existing banks. He predicts congressional enactment next session with December 14 debate and Senate support. He argues banks aid wage earners and benefit labor and capital, with broad public demand for action.
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United States
George W. L. Meyer
North American Review
Meyer
Carter
Senate Committee On Post Offices
Republican National Convention
Post Office Department
House
Colo Town Baseball Benefit Says Rules for Youth Game
The Colo town game pits married against unmarried men with Editor Boreman tossing for benefit. The Observer lists discipline rules including no swearing no slang and no flirting. Ed Croker or Si Reynolds to umpire.
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Colo
Boreman
Observer
Ed Croker
Si Reynolds
Today Should Have Been the Day in Norway
The text notes August 12, 1995 as the date Norway voted to dissolve its union and marks it as potentially becoming a national holiday. It frames the day as an anniversary of independence that was not chosen as Norwegian Day.
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Norway
Pine salve carbolized for bites and burns
Pine salve carbolized provides quick relief for insect bites stings chapped skin cuts burns and sores It is for sale by C A Gamble.
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C. A. Gamble
Why Should Bryan Claim Credit
A farmer critique argues Dr. Bryan should donate more than ten thousand dollars to his campaign, claiming his prosperity comes from the democratic party’s policies. The piece reflects a rural voter perspective on political credit and change.
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Bryan
Dr. Bryan
Democratic Party
Jewell Record
Man Zan Pile Remedy Offered for Sale
An advertisement promotes Man Zan Pile Remedy as a non surgical option for piles. It claims quick use with a guarantee and lists C. A. Gamble as the seller and a price of 50 cents.
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C. A. Gamble
Kansas Lands Draw Cattlemen’s Criticism vs Farm Prospects
M K Smith and companions report western Kansas lands rival Colorado in fertility and irrigation potential. They contest cattlemen’s claims of poor soil, noting good water access and strong yields when irrigated, though not Iowa soil.
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Kansas
Colorado
M. K. Smith
Judge Lee
Fred Munn
Mr. Smith
Changes in fair and theater comp policy noted
The Humboldt Republican reports that Iowa State Fair managers stop issuing complimentary tickets, editors are paid in cash, and ads are paid for by advertisers or taken alone. The opera house follows suit, replacing comps with cash payments, changing the newspaper advertising dynamic.
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Iowa
Mr R Ramey Grows Best Peaches Southwest of Des Moines
On the R. Ramey farm southwest of Des Moines a large crop of peaches of superior quality is being gathered. Samples shipped to Ames prove Iowa peaches compare with the best in the state, marking the season as the best he has grown.
Ten for 10c at Perry's portals
A short item notes ten items priced at ten cents each offered at Perry's. The tersely worded line lists eight and zero views of portals, indicating a brief sale or display detail. The exact context and participants are not specified.
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Perry’s
Showings of hogs planned at Story County Fair
Indications point to a fine hog show at Story County Fair though breeders stayed away last year due to hog cholera fear. No disease is heard of around Nevada so far. pens were cleaned and disinfected last year and will be again this year to prevent any danger.
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Story County
Nevada
An Educated Tree for Shade and Lemonade
Quotation from John Kendrick Bangs noting a red hot summer wish for a portable educated tree to follow in town, offering shade and lemonade if it were a lemon tree, as featured in Harper's Weekly.
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John Kendrick Bangs
Harper's Weekly
Working After Beer Breaks Focus In Midday
A brief observation notes that drinking beer during the day impairs work performance and concentration, likening midday drinking to laboring in darkness.
Twins and a son born to local families in August
Tuesday August 11 Mr and Mrs J L Sherman announce twins a son and daughter. Wednesday August 12 Mr and Mrs Frank Thomas announce a son.
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LaterMan
J. L. Sherman
Thomas
Frank Thomas
Bosworth Applies for Liquor Permit in Ames Pharmacist Seeks License
L M Bosworth a registered pharmacist files for a permit to buy store and sell intoxicating liquors at his Ames pharmacy 134 Onondaga street Story County Iowa. Notice states filing by September 9 1908 with hearing to begin at the Nevada county court.
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District Court
State OF
Iowa
Story County
L. M. Bosworth
Otce
Ames
Story
State of Iowa
Everme
Onondaga Street
Nevada
Church of Christ Services Announced With Sermon
The Church of Christ led by Pastor H. D. Williams holds Bible school at 9 45 a m and church services at 11 a m The sermon by the pastor centers on Jesus on Trial Today Good music features a solo by Prof John Fever No other services due to the Chautauqua.
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Bible School
Jesus
John Fever
Methodist Church Announces Chautauqua Week Concerts
There will be no public services at the Rink on Sunday August 16. Chautauqua at Chautauqua Park with sacred concerts at 2 30, 5 and 7 30 p m. Dr Thomas EB Green, a noted Iowa preacher, speaks at 8 and 7 30 p m admission free.
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Chautauqua
Chautauqua Park
Thos
Eb, Green
Iowa
Pastor J W Stiverson Preaches at Evergreen
The report notes pastor J W Stiverson delivering a sermon at 1 00 a m at Evergreen. The event emphasizes early morning preaching by the church leader in a small community setting.
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J. W. Stiverson
Evergreen
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