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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
1
Display advertising costs ten cents per inch. Locals are five cents per line per insertion. Locals in black face type cost ten cents per inch per insertion. Church and other society notices with an admission or charge will be five cents per line.
J. D. Clark of Jackson Two and E. A. Duckworth of Warren Two announce their candidacies for the Republican nomination for Sheriff of Lucas County Iowa, subject to the outcome of the 1908 Republican primary election.
The record notes a Republican nomination race for State Senator from the Lucas Wayne district ahead of the June primaries. It lists Dr Geo McCulloch of Lucas Wayne and 5S H Moore in connection with the contest.
A Capital correspondent urges praising Senator Allison as old and venerable, arguing he should be elected for his lifetime service and integrity. The piece celebrates his long career with Lincoln and other presidents, urging Iowa voters to back him for honor and patriotism.
In Boston, Secretary Taft defended Roosevelt's administration, denying claims that the President attacks all business. He argued the fight targets law breakers and corrupt power, while praising the honesty of the majority of business people and their lawful methods.
The Ohio legislature passed a law prohibiting intoxicating liquors on trains. The author argues that every state should enact similar legislation to curb liquor consumption aboard rail travel.
Gov. Wilson of Kentucky pledged definite and lasting support for school suffrage for women in a reply to Mrs. Breckenridge of the Sphere. He voiced strong favor for wise school provision and more women in education, aligning with Crabb’s campaign platform and long time suffragist Langley.
An Indiana senator argues against replacing Iowa Senator Allison, saying no public man could improve Iowa’s power in Congress by retirement. He credits Allison as highly esteemed in both Senate and House and asserts bipartisan support for his continued service.
C M Junkin notes in Fairfield Ledger that Roosevelt praised Col W P Hepburn of the Highth district, stating he has always leaned on him and never failed, despite attacks from rival light press and politicians. The writer reflects on what faction leaders would give for such an endorsement.
Lucas county Republicans push Hon J H Darrah of Chariton for delegate to the national Republican convention. The Express would support his candidacy if asked, praising him as an able and brilliant man who would reflect credit on his district.
The remedy claims Foley's Honey and Tar stops coughing and heals the lungs to prevent pneumonia. It promotes the genuine product in a yellow package and warns against substitutes. Refuse substitutes, Storie & Paton.
Unclaimed letters remaining in the post office for the week ending February 17 1908 include Miss Ida Wagner Mr S H Lainhart Guy Dale Mr John Nelson Harriett Collins Mr W A Smith Mr C H Kelley Miss Peco Gartin Mrs John Irwin R A Hasselquist Postmaster.
Public sale to be held four miles northwest of Chariton on Monday February 24 featuring horses cattle hogs farm implements and household goods. Read the week’s ad for details. Also an ad for Foley's Orino Laxative claims no griping or nausea and a pleasant taste. Patriot price for 1908 listed as 1.00 prepaid or 1.50 end of year.
An advertisement claims Formu Indeed will stop hair loss in most cases barring unusual health issues and advises consulting a physician if needed. The copy notes the product is made by the J C Ayer Co of Lowell Massachusetts.
The 1906 U S corn crop spanned 95 million acres yielding 2.88 billion bushels worth about 1.3 billion dollars. Adding a kernel per ear could raise returns by 1.62 million, while even a one to five bushel per acre yield increase would vastly boost value, with potential expansion via drainage and soil nutrients.
A central Kansas editor recalls attending a church service with a good sermon and favorite hymn. He notes about a dozen congregants do not speak to each other on the streets or elsewhere, questioning why they would know each other there if they do not here.
The state development committee of Kentucky prepares a bill for introduction in the legislature. It proposes an annual appropriation of 5000 dollars to be spent on advertising Kentucky ores and products. A payment of 25 cents is mentioned for the Patriot for three months.
Transfers document land deals across multiple townships. Names include W F Williams, John W Davenspike, Geo F Carpenter, Ward Carpenter, Lora E Pickerel, Franklin N Bell, G W Redlingshafer, Harvey W Whiteside, A M Rash, C W Rash, Allen Musgrave, Elizabeth O Rash, Evaline Smith, Charles Hoover, Lizzie Leonard, AN Tuttle, Geo H Smith, Willie R Wells, Fred J, R J Yengel, Joseph L Shelton, P O Murray, S E Willett, J H Dachenbaugh, O J Borrell, J W Keen, W A Lovell, Rebecca Vanderbur, James Cowan, John Schnebly, Liftus Holt, First Natl Bank, James Twinam, CO W Rash, Emma B Rash, Hattie Dale, Alice H Flynn, Harvey Stephens, J Houck, G W Pickerel, F Q Stuart, Lucy Carnahan, Jennie Anderson. Acreages range up to 3146 acres in Ottercreek with various prices from 1 to 9600 dollars.
The report lists top in class for the Derby school month ending February 7 1908. Third grade Fay Lowder 959 percent second grade Georgia Throckmorton 92 percent first grade Harry Winslow 96 percent primer class Drennon Hicks 95 percent. Pupils neither absent nor tardy include Charley Decomber Lester Decomber Twila Lugar Harley Lugar Mildred Pollard Waldo Pollard Fray Parkin Frank Grimes Raymond Sutton Dwight Kirk Harry Winslow Jeanette Bremer. Nannie Fight Teacher.
The marvellous remedy Foley's Honey and Tar is praised for severe coughs and colds. It claims to stop coughs heal the lungs and expel the cold with no harmful drugs. The piece ends with a light aside about the letter H and a patriotic line about a yearly dollar subscription.
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