This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
1
A local newspaper item outlines subscription rates of one year in advance at $1.00 and advertising charges. Display ads cost 10 cents per inch, locals 5 seats per line per insertion, with black face locals at 10 cents per line. Church notices with fees priced per line at 5 cents, and the piece notes second class mail status for Chariton Iowa.
Iowa Republicans vote in June to nominate a successor to William B Allison for the US Senate. The debate centers on tariff policy under the Dingley law, with emphasis on protective duties and national policy rather than personal rivalry between Allison and Governor Cummins.
The piece contrasts Governor Cummins free trade views with protectionist Republican stance. It cites his remarks on Iowa agriculture needing no protection and debates with Democratic allies. It argues Iowa Republicans should choose a senator aligned with protection or free trade, framing the tariff as the central issue.
An exchange praises Iowa Republicans and all Iowans in Washington who defend the state’s republican ideals. It commends those who speak for national achievements and work to open doors to better things for the party.
Des Moines Capital notes Col. Hepburn of the Eighth Iowa district halted Bourke Cochran on the floor Monday. The paper questions if the Eighth district should swap Hepburn for Mt. Ayr’s Mr. Smith at this time.
The Sioux City Journal lauds William P. Hepburn for defending President Roosevelt and the American Congress during debates on the Indian appropriation bill. It notes Hepburn’s vigor, his stance against Cochran, and the party’s reliance on public opinion to sustain leadership. The piece also covers Bryan’s political position and James K. Jones’s covert interview as Democratic party tensions rise.
In 1901 Iowa's finances were solid under the previous governor. The current reform administration has depleted the treasury, doubled taxes, and left warrants unpaid. The writer argues for a governor with business qualifications and criticizes Cummins' influence and management.
An advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar stops coughs and expels the cold from the system. It asserts the product contains no opiates and positions it as a safe lung remedy.
The Weekly Inter Ocean cites its special arrangement to deliver global news locally. It promises timely updates and reliable reporting on events worldwide for its readers.
Colonel Joseph Eibeck in the Iowa Staats Anzeiger rebukes criticism of Senator Allison calling the assault on his wealth claim unfounded. He notes long political opposition but respect for Allison since his early Dubuque days and his initial financial start.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.