Correction on railroad rates and Central Iowa industries
A corrected Intelligencer piece from last week clarifies that abolishing the river line base for freight calculations would improve Central Iowa’s chance to compete. It notes discriminatory rates favoring Dubuque and Omaha, cites Senator Dolliver and Senator Allison, and questions tariffs and grammar amid political debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Intelligencer
Central Iowa
Dolliver
Allison
Dubuque
Otaha
Iowa
O Ft. Dodge
Omaha
Oman
West
Chicago
Ft. Dodge
East
Senate
Coness
A. J. Holmes
Col. Hepburn
Senator Dolliver
Congress
Interior States
Brother Payne
Col
Hepburn
House
Editor Questions Grammar in Roosevelt Third Term Notes
The Atlanta Journal questions the use of shall and will in Roosevelt's renunciation of a third term. It notes two statements: I will not accept another nomination and I shall not change this decision, asking why will signals volition while shall conveys simple futurity.
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Journal
Bennett
Roosevelt
Cummins
The
Atlanta Journal
Kulp Decision Draws Fire Over Blame
The reader argues the Davenport court punished Capt. Kulp for acting under pressure while calling for accountability. They fault law officers telegraph firms and local citizens for failing to prevent the prize fight, urging the real guilty parties be punished and Kulp exonerated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kulp
Davenport
Scott County
Contempt Row Stirs Polk County Courts Over Judge Spurrier
A local controversy accuses Judge Spurrier of inflammatory remarks about Cain and labor conflicts. The piece urges actions against Spurrier including censure or suspension, arguing his words damage court integrity and public trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County
Judge Spurrier
Cain
Pleasant
Clarinda
Brennan
Spurrier
Relief for the stomach with KODOL for Dyspeps digestion
A health notice urges prompt relief at first signs of stomach trouble such as belching nausea sour stomach and headaches. It recommends taking KODOL for dyspepsia after meals, with the product sold by C. A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Gamble
Des Moines Farm Paper Promoted in Semi Centennial Issue
The Register and Farmer of Des Moines Iowa showcases a semi centennial edition in color with departments not found in other farm papers. It features World Events Week in Iowa Market Review and Forecast and plans Frank G Carpenter travel letters. It supports national bank deposits guarantees and opposes trading on margins. Sample copies and clubbing rates offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register and Farmer
Des Moines
Iowa
Owans
Frank G. Carpenter
Clarkson
DeWitt’s Kidney and Bladder Pills Ad
An ad touts DeWitt’s Kidney and Bladder Pills for backache stitches and fatigue. It claims prompt relief of weak back bladder inflammation and weak kidneys, sold by G. A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
G. A. Gamble
Noted Question on Human Ancestry Between Father and Son
A dialogue fragment shows a father dismissing a son’s question about whether humans descend from apes, declaring “Perhaps you are, but I’m not.” The exchange highlights a casual debate on evolution with no resolution.
Senate tale recalls Credit Mobilier web and rail saga
Senator Horr recounts a century of progress and the Credit Mobilier affair. The piece notes Col. Peter A. Dey’s early rail work and Durant’s assertion that Union Pacific profits came through promotion. It recounts Hoar’s volume on congressional conduct and the 1872 bribery rumors linked to Credit Mobilier stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Funk
Spirit Lake
Peter A. Dey
Iowa City
Union Pacific Railway
Omaha
Salt Lake
Credit Mobilier
Colonel Dey
Thomas Durant
Union Pacific
American Desert
Pacific Ocean
Pacific
Washington
Oakes Ames
Congress
Dolliver
Senator Hoar
Hoar
Union Pacific Railroad
House
Senate
Boston
New York
New Jersey
Connecticut
Equity
Oliver
Massachusetts
Barnard
Butler
Ames
Elihu G. Washburne
House of Representatives
Treasury
Washburne
United States Treasury
Houses of
Perry to land first condensed milk factory west of Elgin district
The Van Camp Packing company of Indianapolis plans a $150000 milk condensory in Perry Iowa. The 185 by 100 foot two story building will employ over 100 people and process 40000 to 80000 pounds of milk daily. The project aims to shift Dallas county toward dairy farming and spur state growth with more condensaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry
Ames
Elgin
Iowa
van Camp Packing Company
Indianapolis
Ind
Dallas
Allen Harvey
Perryman
Commercial Club
East
Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup Ad Claims Quick Cold Relief
A historical ad promotes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as a remedy that prevents constipation and drives the cold out of the system. It emphasizes no opiates, pleasant taste, suitability for children, and notes it is sold by C. A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy
C. A. Gamble
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Ty F. R. and
M. C. Conaway
Story County
Ayer
Mort
Lowell
Mase
Senator Horr
AMES AND CREDIT _MOBILIER
B. A. Lockwood Grain Co
N. Fowler
Mgr
Lowa
District Court
John Johnson
Bey + d
Ar District Court
Cape Connie
C. M. Soper
Clerk District Court
dTars
Owels
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