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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1907
Page
1
Senator Morgan of Alabama died in Washington last week and was buried at Selma, Alabama, on Sunday. The piece notes Flag Day observances in Bedford with national colors on public buildings and mentions the C. G. W. planning to comply with the two cent fare law, anticipating pushback from other railroads.
A wartime note suggests Hawaii or the Philippines could handle any Japanese force if aggression escalates, avoiding interference with regular duties. The terse remark frames strategic risk and impact on routine operations during the conflict period.
Diagonal, a town of about 300 in Ringgold county, raised more than 25 thousand dollars to secure and fund the Wesleyan Methodist college. The project will be built at once, demonstrating local hustle and enterprise.
In a recent policy shift all papers mailed to Canadian subscribers must pay one cent per copy for postage. The Free Press has responded by charging Canadian readers $1.50 per year, required in advance.
In Kansas City Judge Park of the Circuit court ordered the 18 railroads radiating from the city to comply with a 2 cent fare in the state. Judge Smith McPherson of the U S District court granted a temporary injunction restraining state officers from enforcing the law, creating a conflict between the Circuit and District courts.
Will M. Sanger writes to the Clar finda Journal asking for a single instance where Senator Allison has shown statesmanship or constructive force. The only reply noted that Allison has an enviable record as chairman of the appropriations committee.
Hon. C. C. Dye argues in the Corydon Times Republican for a uniform road building system across Iowa. He notes differing regional conditions mean a one size fits all plan may fail in southeast or southwest Iowa, suggesting a county wide approach could be more practical.
This paper presents itself as an open forum where readers may express opinions on current topics with mutual respect and courtesy. It emphasizes equal voice for all, regardless of agreement, and asserts its mission as a public paper, not biased for friend or foe.
The writer proposes a single unified world navy funded by major powers to patrol seas and curb troublesome states. Arbitration of disputes among United States England Germany France and Japan is urged to regulate world peace, reducing expense and labor.
A Creston editor laments price controls on coat supplies and jokes about weather keeping coats unnecessary. The Chicago Record Herald printed 134 pages, 118 delinquent tax lists, yet would barely cover costs for a two cent edition without a $25,000 item, a detail more engaging to clerks than readers.
Dr Woodson superintendent of asylum No 2 at St Joe faces serious charges of immorality and misconduct. Newspapers are barred from the hearing to allow freer testimony, yet Woodson will confront the witnesses himself.
The writer notes Japan has defeated Russia and China yet warns the United States is unique and could mobilize forces to overpower both nations, if needed. The piece frames American strength and cautions against overconfidence toward the Pacific island nation.
A Cedar Falls Gazette column warns that Senator Allison may not run again and hints at Maj. Lacey as a safer partisan replacement. A reader recalls a political solicitor courting the rival paper, noting shifts in factional methods and the consequences of perceived loyalties.
The piece notes Governor A B Cummins openly entering the race for the U S Senate. It argues the primary system will nominate and elect him, reflecting Republican support and the strategic use of the primary to avoid legislature elections. The author questions the primary’s role and Cummins’ advantage.
The Free Press warns readers about a misleading Chicago ad offering a $150 cash sale of a “handsome, high bred trotting mare” named Ray McGregor. Buyers answered the query, one learned the horse was not standard bred, another received a different excuse, and Geo Dugan sent a friend to verify before shipment.
A Chicago correspondent details a horse ad scam, describing how buyers were lured by false ads, seen fake owners, and shipped horses long distances. Names like W Kiine and E F Prince surface as local figures involved, with hints of Kentucky and Dakota connections and yard auctions. The writer warns readers not to trust slick advertisements and notes unpaid ad fees as motive to reveal the scheme.
Rev William Golding pioneer Baptist minister dies at home in Bedford aged about 90. Funeral Sunday at 2 p m. He spent years as a traveling missionary in Indiana and Iowa planting churches. Known for a benignant spirit, he served several southern Iowa churches and preached in Mt. Ayr area. He was a devoted servant of the Lord and remembered for his cheerfulness and wisdom.
Regional briefs note mixed sentiments toward party leaders Iowa figures Cummins Allison and the tariff liquor stance. Editorials urge voting democrat to block federal GOP control while praising Allison if he runs. Reports cover G A R encampment gains for W Graff, editorial disputes on column originality, a brutal assault in Nebraska, and a Creston hospital admission for appendicitis.
In the Eighth District Republicans maneuver for the next Congress. Blythe may urge Col. Hepburn to retire amid doubts about his re election. Cummins shows rising support and will contest Allison. Towner could be a compromise if Hepburn refuses to quit. Smith of Mt. Ayr and Senator Harsh may also enter, as efforts focus on unseating Hepburn. Creston American.
Grace Margaret Gould notes in Woman's Home Companion that the shirtwaist suit, once thought out of style due to the jumper dress trend, is making a smart comeback. New designs are 80 original with materials ranging from voile worsted to striped gingham and brown linen, including madras, pique, rep, poplin, pongee, and silk fabrics.
The article reports a secret social democratic central committee meeting in Finland discussing a potential general strike and the government’s coup d etat. It notes a prolongation of imperial control to November 13 and describes tranquil reception in St Petersburg as authorities brace for possible unrest in Odessa and other cities with strong party sentiment. Mention is made of rioting fears among workers and agrarian disturbances anticipated later amid dissolution news. Dr. Barton Pitts, oculist, private practice in St Joseph, Missouri.
The piece extols patent medicines as free from habit forming alcohol and narcotics, highlighting Dr. Pierce and his fully disclosed composition. It claims ingredients derive from medicinal plants in American forests and emphasizes glycerine as a pure solvent and demulcent. It cites prominent physicians endorsing the Golden Medical Discovery for bronchial and lung ailments.
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