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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
1
Rates listed for six year advance subscription at 81.00 and display advertising at 10 cents per inch. Local notices priced at 5 cents per line per insertion with 6 locals in black face type at 10 cents per line. Church notices with admission charges priced at 5 cents per line. Entered at Chariton IA post office as Second Class Mail Matter.
Several candidates announce for party nominations in 1908. Dr Geo McCulloch and S H Moore enter the race for state senator in Lucas Wayne district, with a June primary. J H Darrah seeks the Republican nomination for state representative from Lucas County to succeed himself in the same primary.
A group of notices lists candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Lucas County Iowa offices in 1908, including County Attorney, Clerk of the District Court, Sheriff, and various county seats. Each entry notes the candidate and the primary election condition. Named individuals include L. B. Bartholomew, E. St. Storie, M. M. Perry, Geo. It. Carpenter, J. D. Clark, J. A. Duckworth, Chas. C. Lyman.
G. W. Wiltsey announces his candidacy for county auditor for a second term, subject to the decision of the June 1908 primary election.
A series of 1908 county race notices announce A. D. Gray seeks a second term as County Recorder, Frank P. Wright runs for County Treasurer, and J. A. White nominates for the Board of Supervisors from the first District, all subject to Republican primaries.
Notice lists H. H. Jones of Chariton seeking the Republican nomination for Constable of Chariton township, subject to the June 1908 primary decision.
Thereby announce maynet as a candidate for the republican nomination for Justice of the Peace of Chariton township subject to the de J Seward Chariton.
An extract from a speech by Mr. Cannon emphasizes duty to constituents and the people. He argues lawmakers should welcome fair criticism, resist misrepresentation, and stand for what is right regardless of press impact. He asserts honesty and courage as essential for public trust.
The passage recalls Mr. Cannon’s long service since his first House speech with leaders like Blaine Frye and Hale. Now in his seventeenth term, he has been Speaker of the 58th, 59th and 60th Congresses. He is praised for unmatched experience and insight for the presidency.
In Washington D C under the Potomac Department G A R the ninety ninth birth anniversary of President Lincoln was celebrated Representative Dawson of Iowa called Lincoln a typical American and noted his rise inspired youths The speaker linked his tragic end to Mount Calvary saying Lincoln’s blood sanctified the cause of human liberty.
President Roosevelt emphasizes no retreat from reform actions. He says Americans seek proper administration of public office, recognition of public rights, and elimination of abuses. He urges thrift, rewards for honest effort, and security in earned wealth.
An ad urges readers to consult their doctor about tonics and blood tonics, recommending Ayer's non-alcoholic Sarsaparilla and to keep in close touch with the physician for guidance and best use.
The passage compares prejudices to habits and argues they are inevitable yet should rest on truth not fiction. A small prejudice can stabilize thought, like an escapement that prevents excessive oscillation and adds steadiness to the mental swing.
A reflecting sentiment contrasts a pauper’s grave with a nabob’s marble sepulchre. It argues true legacy lies in the tears and acts of care for others, not in pomp or monumental stone.
The saying posits justice and reverence as timeless guiding principles for all beings and beauty in the world. It frames fairness for every creature and respect for what is noble as foundational to the cosmos.
Pontypool Ontario postmaster Mr Thomas Stenton praises Chamberlains Pain Balm after eight years of rheumatic pains. He reports greater relief than any prior remedy and recommends it to others. The ad notes 25 and 50 cent bottles available from William son Drug Co. Also mentions local news delivery and sale bill printing services with annual paper deal.
The article imagines politics split by trade groups with unions and professions forming blocs. It envisions farmers, railroad men, jewelers, grocers, bartenders, and others shaping parties, potentially altering electoral power. Currently government job holders dominate, with a future of deeper trade based alignment unlikely yet intriguing.
Reports from Antwerp recount a historic but controversial baseball exhibition tied to Pawnee Bill's Wild West Show. La Metropole noted a cautious display with few participants and dangerous play, while La Chronic described a crowd of about 12,000 expecting football and a poor attempt at hitting, ending with puzzled reactions to the game and its risks.
A Manitoba editor praises Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as invaluable for biliousness from sedentary life. The remedy is described as gentle and effective, clearing the digestive tract and head. Price 25 cents, samples free. Sold by Williamson Drug Co.
A Belinda Iowa letter from March 23 1908 urges Congress to abolish stock and commodity gambling exchanges to prevent future panics. The writer credits Hepburn with proposing a bill to curb Wall Street gambling and favors protective tariffs currency reform and sound banking to sustain prosperity.
A Kentucky woman reports relief from kidney and bladder trouble after using Foley's Kidney Remedy. The ad also notes home stove cleaning by J. F. Aldrich, egg for sale at 1.00 per setting, and an invitation to inquire at Custer & Jewels.
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