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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1902
Page
2
Latered at the post office in Bedford Iowa as second class mail matter. K MOOERS editor and proprietor. SUBSCRIPTION RATES One copy one year if not paid during year $1.00 1.50
A Iowa Democratic delegate convention will be held in Des Moines on Wednesday September 3 1902 to nominate candidates for secretary of state auditor of state treasurer of state attorney general judge of supreme court clerk of supreme court reporter of supreme court and railroad commissioner and to transact other business. Taylor county is entitled to 7 delegates.
A provocative remark questions the link between meat consumption and appendicitis, framing it as a challenge to dietary norms and a playful jab at the meat industry. The quip suggests the idea is another method of disrupting the meat trust.
A new trust titled American Steel Foundries has been incorporated with a capital of $40,000,000. The formation signals a major consolidation in the steel industry as investors organize under this corporate vehicle.
The senate passed a nefarious ship subsidy bill and it sits in a house committee awaiting action after the election. The reminder calls on readers not to forget the pending measure and its potential passage in the new session.
The fourth annual convention of the county attorneys association will be held in Des Moines on July 28 and 29. When lawyers gather, ordinary people should retreat to the woods.
A fragment notes that Secretary Root angrily denies any Cuban funds were paid to promote reciprocity or pacify Gomez. It suggests secrecy over payments and a strong personal repudiation whenever Cuba is mentioned, reflecting tensions in policy discourse.
Chicago reports Swift and Company have acquired the Anglo American Packing Company for six million dollars and it is suggested the move aims to neutralize a pending suit against the packing trust by forming a single institution.
Maine ship builders say the main drawback facing their industry is British ship builders’ ability to purchase steel from the steel trust at far lower prices, giving them a cost advantage in ship construction.
It is a creditable fact that most of the great bridges of the world have been built by American engineers. They have brought the art of bridge building to such perfection that they are in demand by the managers of all foreign railroads.
Grant City Times reports Lincoln Bent, noted in Bedford and now resident of Maryville Missouri, awarded the contract for the erection of a large and handsome Christian church in Maryville at the price of 7650 dollars.
The speaker questions why Republicans celebrate when Democratic state conventions fail to endorse the national platform. The wiser path would be neutrality to avoid giving the foe fodder for triumph, arguing Democrats drift from party principles and thus strengthen Republican hopes.
The Clarinda Herald notes that the whiskey combine dominates national legislation. It reports the United States Brewing association sought a bill to prohibit beer sales in eighth barrel kegs and that the measure was promptly enacted to exclude small brewers and eliminate competition.
The New Market Herald celebrates the city’s renewed efforts to tidy the park and announces plans to erect a band and speakers stand, calling it a much needed improvement for the town.
Despite the St Louis world’s fair being postponed to 1904 the management still distributes literature promoting a 1903 edition. Missourians are warned they must wake up now if they hope to have a fair at all in 1904.
A perusal of exchanges notes potatoes now grow on top of plants as well as underground this year. If in-ground potatoes rot, nature oddly provides a second crop above ground.
Bedford's costly search for a band shows the need for a thorough organization. Local businessmen support a band and have long encouraged it, but currently lack a leader. The community is urged to form a capable management to ensure a good band for festivities.
The secretary outlines quotas of free seeds to be distributed by senators and representatives. Quotas include 60,000 vegetable seed packets, 2,500 novelty seed packets, 2,500 flower seed packets, 555 tobacco seed packets, 70 pecks of cotton seed, 30 lawn grass seed packets, 350 bulbs, 40 grape vines, 150 strawberry plants, and 100 trees. The move is expected to influence rural voters.
Railways boast armed guards will stop holdups but the trend continues. The latest Colorado special on the Rock Island road near Dupont results in gunfire and an express messenger shot. News notes recur as brigands adapt yet robberies persist in the same manner.
Republican papers begin naming candidates for county offices on the Democratic ticket and predict the Democratic convention will nominate men respected by voters who can secure the largest vote. They say Republicans can support who they deem most capable to fill the offices.
Hepburn faced heavy criticism for introducing a bill in Congress to amend the interstate commerce act. The proposal would subject all fermented and distilled liquors entering a state to that state's laws as if produced there. Critics accuse Hepburn of ring-chiming for popularity and point to the bill's slim chances of passage.
An advertisement promises fast relief from colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. It claims cure in one day or no pay, priced at 25 cents, with note of November.
In St. Joseph, Judge Canteel told the grand jury ministers should focus on fashionable city homes hosting high five and euchre parties with prizes and punch. He warned that drunkards and gamblers are trained there, not in saloons, and that those who gamble or drink seek out venues to feed the habit.
An earnest plea urges action against alcohol and its social harm. Citizens, including devoted daughters, denounce drunkenness and its devastation, calling for decisive disuse and public discipline to curb debauchery and domestic distress. The message warns that drink corrupts dwellings and morals, urging don't drink.
At 5.54 and 6 percent interest, Col. J. A. Pierson invites inquiries at his West Main Street home opposite the Baptist church in Bedford Iowa. He conducts his own business personally with no agents. He often has Western New York funds to loan at the lowest rates. See him. no one else knows his business as well.
A health advisory urges using a good disinfectant to prevent typhoid fever and other contagious diseases caused by poor sanitation. It notes hot weather and damp cellars increase risk and claims a tablespoonful can make a gallon of disinfectant. Endorsed by the Iowa State Board of Health and others.
The Ladies Aid society will convene at the church tomorrow while the Ladies Missionary society meets this afternoon at 3 o clock. Miss Esta Ross, delegate to the Students Volunteer Convention in Toronto last May, is home and will speak of the meetings next Sabbath morning. Come and hear her.
A three year old red heifer with white spots and horns disappeared from one mile west of Bedford on June 15. Reward offered for information leading to her whereabouts. If known return details to owner.
State Superintendent Barrett will speak on Thursday, July 24. The note stresses timely enrollment, organization, and preparation to align with annual regulations and to ensure smooth start to the term. It compares education readiness to factory efficiency and urges teachers to study the general regulations in the annual announcement.
Regular monthly meeting at the Baptist church discussed plans for a Bedford reading room subscription and a social. State president Ozon spoke. Roy Manker resigned as president. trombone solo entertained. debate on liquor versus literature won by the affirmative. Next meeting August 11 at M. E. church.
See WILLIE MOOERE for bicycle supplies or repair services.
The Ep worth League hosts its regular reception next Tuesday evening for normal instructors and pupils. All members are cordially invited to attend at 8 o'clock at the M E church.
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