Taylor County Declaration of Independence Pledge
A Taylor County Iowa group forms The Common People Republican League of to wnship pledging to end corporate machine control and patronage. They seek State Primary laws on Australian ballots, revision of inter state commerce laws, and laws against monopolies, to promote local prosperity and self reliance.
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Common Peoples Republican League
Township
Taylor County
Iowa
Paul S. Haddock
Republican Committee
U. S
Roosevelt
Iona
Candidacy Announcement for Taylor County Superintendent
E. Be. Kuun of Lenox Iowa announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for superintendent of schools subject to the Taylor county voters forthcoming convention.
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Taylor County
E. BE. Kuun
Lenox
Cummins to Speak in Humeston and District Talks
Gov. Cummins will address Humeston tomorrow and likely speak in other eighth district areas soon. Tur Ft. Dodge Chronicle shifts from a Democratic to an independent stance, with Editor Duncomb stating party lines won’t influence the upcoming campaign. E. E. McKimsry declined the Peru minister post and has acquired the Springfield Republican.
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Cummins
Humeston
Townsend Railway Bill Named After Hepburn
A Kansas City Journal note remarks that Mr Hepburn gave his name to Mr Townsend’s railway bill. Townsend may not appreciate the favor now but will later in time.
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Hepburn
Townsend
Kansas City Journal
Graft Talk Reflects on Political Accountability
A quote in our exchanges argues that every grafter removed is a tribute to those in power, while every grafter who remains becomes a standing reproach to the governing party. The remark highlights attitudes toward corruption and political accountability.
Perkins stance on railroads hinted in TanppaT exchange
The TanppaT exchange suggests Perkins appears friendly to the railroads, contrasting with the whiskey forces as Gov Cummins faces a political split. The primary issue becomes railroad policy, with prohibition looming as a future campaign divider and potential witness objections calling the question irrelevant.
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S Tanppat Exchange
Perkins
Bedford Free Press and Roosevlt certificates of character
Adams County Union Republican questions the Free Press stance on certificates of character for troubled men and criticizes Roosevelt for endorsing alleged bad actors. The Union Republican acknowledges flaws in individuals but supports the president while noting Hepburn’s long political influence in the district.
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Bedford Free Press
Hepburn
Free Press
Roosevelt
Adams County Union Republican
Bedford
Senate
Perkins as Standpat Factional Pivot in Gubernatorial Race
The standpat organs claim Perkins is not a standpat candidate yet he is touted by every standpat outlet while progressives stay silent. The piece urges clear declaration of Perkins as factional choice and warns voters not to be misled about a factional fight.
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Perkins
Cummins
Mr. Perkins
Primary bill debate over Crossley measure in Clarinda
The Clarinda Herald notes voters want a primary law though Crossley’s bill isn’t ideal. It recalls road law amendments later and asks why start later when improvement is possible now. It hints Hepburn opponents fear direct public influence.
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Tosr
Clarinda Herald
Ven
Towa
Crossley
Hepburn
Mason Township Road Work Bid Notice
Trustees invite bids for all or part of the upcoming year's road work in Mason township. Bids must be filed with the township clerk on or before the first Monday in April. J. W. Arron, Township Clerk.
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Mason Township
J. W. Arron
Senator Allison Turns Birthday Corner In Cloakroom Tease
The celebrated senator marked his birthday with no newfound commitment as a cloakroom anecdote recounts a scene at the capitol. A man asked what time it was and Allison countered with a question of his own, delaying any firm statement.
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Senator Allison
Capitol
T.A
Noted Bedford trial ends with jury verdict of insanity
The Times-Republican report on James Hendrickson's trial drew sharp rebuttal from the Free Press. The verdict was not guilty by reason of insanity, but the Free Press faults the Times-Republican for misrepresentation and for praising defense counsel while undermining the prosecution.
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Times-Republican
James Hendrickson
Miller
Messrs Dunn
Wisdom
McCaun
Bedford
Hendrickson
Messrs McCoun & Wisdom
Dunn
McCoun & Wisdom
Free Press
T-R
Vicinity
Consistency in Politics: Turner and Party Lines
The New Market Herald notes a shift in stance on Dan Turner from Bedford Republican reporting him as light weight to endorsing him as a potential statesman. It questions political consistency, arguing voters deserve steady character rather than fluctuating judgments.
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Bedford Republican
Dan Turner
Republican
Turner
the Herald
New Market Herald
Presbyterian Church Services Next Sabbath
Presbyterian church to hold services at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The morning service features the welcome of new members and communion. Evening address titled Perfected Forever. Session meets at 10:30 a.m. to receive new members.
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Presbyterian Church
Bedford Weather Weekly Summary 1906
Cooperative observer E. E. Heany reports meteorological observations for the week ending March 3 1906 at Bedford Iowa. Readings come from Government standard instruments under Weather Bureau guidance. Dated March 5 1906.
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Free Press
Cooperative Observer
Weather Bureau
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Bedford
E. E., Heany
Visit Brings J. H. Roberts Back After Twenty Two Years
J H Roberts of Ft Morgan Colorado returned to Taylor County after a 22 year absence to visit his boyhood home. He spent time with his grandmother at Gravity and his wife’s sister Mrs Wertz of Bedford. Roberts remains fond of Colorado.
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J. H. Roberts
Ft. Morgan, Colo
Taylor County
Colorado
Gravity
Mrs. Wertz
Bedford
Mr. Roberts
Amity Glee Club to Perform at Bedford High Benefit
The Amity Glee Club will present an entertainment at the Christian church tomorrow evening to benefit Bedford High School. Dr. Ross T. Campbell will deliver a noted lecture in addition to the musical program. Admission is 15 and 25 cents and the event is urged not to be missed.
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Amity Glee Club
Christian Church
Ieriday
Bedford High School
Ross T. Campbell
School Election to Choose Directors and Treasurer
On Monday March 12 polls open 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the mayor's office to elect two directors and a treasurer. Directors Alex John and H. E. Thompson face re election as does treasurer F. E. Payton. All have served well and face no opposition.
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Alex John
8. E. Thompson
Seed Corn Testing Offered by Iowa State College
The Agremy Department of the Iowa State College at Ames will test farmers seed corn again this year. To participate, send in samples at once. Select one hundred average ears, cut two kernels from each ear, two inches from each end. Mail to Agronomy Department Ames Iowa I S This service is free and results are returned. Names will not be published. include name post office and county for a prompt reply.
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Agremy Department
Iowa State College
Ames
Agronomy Department
Iowa
I.S
Missionary Tea to Close Church Year Meeting
The Woman's Missionary society of the Presbyterian church holds its last meeting of the year next Tuesday March 13 at 3 p m at Mrs Barackman's residence. After the program at 5 p m tea will be served a full meal invited include gentlemen. This is the annual Thank offering meeting and all women are expected to contribute.
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Woman’s Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church
Barackman
Fire breaks out at Smith Patch barn
A small blaze occurred Wednesday morning around 10 o'clock in Smith Patch's barn on the town's southwest side. Neighbors extinguished it before the fire department arrived. no damage or injuries reported.
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Smith Patch
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised with testimonial letters
An 19th century ad promises one hundred dollars for catarrh cures not aided by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co of Toledo is vouched for by wholesale druggists Warling, Kinnan and Marvin. Cure is taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Testimonials offered free. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Chengy & Co
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Wrst & Truax
O. Warping
Kinnan & Marvin
O. Hall
J. Cheney & CO
Ohio
Electric Bitters Proven To Cure Ailing St. Clair Woman
Mrs. Mary H. Walters of Columbus Ohio states her stomach was too weak from useless drugs to eat and nerves too wrecked to sleep. After trying Electric Bitters, improvement began at once and a complete cure followed. A health tonic priced 50c, guaranteed by A. L. Bibbine, druggist.
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Mary H. Walters
St. Clair St
Columbus
A. L. Bibbine
Relief in sight on C O D liquor shipments in Iowa
J B Dunn argues a 1905 Hepburn bill to curb interstate delivery of intoxicating liquors. The measure would subject shipments to state police laws at destination, restricting express company aid and potentially leaving Taylor County drier for strong drinks.
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Congress
Iowa
W. P. Hepburn
Hepburn
Judiciary
Senate
House of Representatives
United States of America
Taylor County
J. B. Dunn
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Springfield
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