04 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1907
Page
1
Advertises a fifth wheel as an improvement over all others for Anchor buggies. Claims impossible front-wheel pullout under any strain and enhanced stability. States patent construction prevents upset and ensures rider safety, used only on Anchor work, with single and double reach builds to fit vehicle requirements.
Fragmentary notes discuss body construction principles and common causes of wear and rattling in vehicles. Key points mention anchor bogey references, loose corner proportions, and the idea that most of a vehicle’s body is assembled to prevent movement while in use.
The company promises one year from purchase for vehicles manufactured by them to replace defective axles wheels or springs at no charge and pay freight one way if faulty material or workmanship is found. Damages from neglect misuse or accidents are excluded and no repair bills will be paid.
Official paper and largest circulation in Taylor County issued by editor and proprietor R. V. Lucas. Subscription rates list $1.00 per year if paid in advance, or $1.50 if not paid during the year.
The piece argues Republican support for tariff adjustments to balance labor wages and production costs, noting past platforms from 1860 to 1880 and defending flexible schedules. It mentions Col. Hepburn’s Mt. Ayr visit and his pledge to back Charley Wilson for an Annapolis cadetship.
Announcement of Hon A I Smith of Mt Ayr as a candidate for congress. The piece lauds his integrity and belief in equal rights, notes his prior campaign, and promises further coverage before the primaries. It also mentions Hepburn’s travels and other political musings.
Fragmentary OCR depicts a political dispute involving Col Hepburn in Bedford. The text hints at a lieutenant vowing perfect calm and mentions a scheduled event near Mein Street, with unclear names and phrasing.
A fragmented report notes Dan Hanna wed his third wife last week after divorcing his two previous spouses. The text condemns the union as unfit for decent home life and urges public reproval.
The Lenox New Times notes that Hon. Geo. Van. Houten has given gold to his sons W. Co and A. L. Van Houten and they have taken possession. The elder gentleman will remain in Lenox while the two younger men pursue their roles, with wishes for unlimited success.
The Democrat state convention in Pennsylvania refused to pass a resolution endorsing Bryen for president last week, keeping party positions unsettled as delegates debated strategy and alignment with national platforms.
The district sees newspapers praising a proposed congress candidacy against Col Hepburn. John J Clark editor of the Times Republican of Bedford and postmaster storyline hints at political leverage and party strategy amid accusations of party manipulation and trust scrutiny in Sidney Herald coverage.
A garbled historical document fragment references a primary held on a two day period and discusses party involvement in nominating or defeating candidates. The text mentions a candidate and unspecified questions about campaign positions and future appointments, with unclear names or places.
A brief item notes a 67 year old druggist taking a constitutional case to challenge a state or federal ruling. Details are sparse in the fragment but indicate legal action and age as key facts.
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