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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
1
Display advertising costs ten cents per inch. Locals five cents per line per insertion. Locals in black face type ten cents per line per insertion. Church notices and other society notices with admission fees or charges priced at five cents per line.
An item entered at the Chariton Iowa post office as Second Class Mail Matter indicates standard mailing instruction for a local publication or notice and confirms filing status for distribution. The note references local postal handling and classification typical of newspaper mailings in small towns.
A long stride for temperance as December pledges signed by 25 000 employees take effect on the Northwestern Railroad. The push, born among workers, is praised as a major ethical force rivaling historic movements and set to influence political battles through ballots.
The United States mourns Bishop Edward G. Andrews who died December 381 1907 in Brooklyn at eighty two. He was the oldest Methodist Episcopal bishop, renowned preacher, and delivered the McKinley funeral oration at the President’s family request. He served as bishop since 1872 and promoted Methodism across Korea Japan Mexico and other lands. He leaves a widow one son and three daughters.
All subscription accounts due the Patriot must be settled by cash or note before April 1, 1908. The notice emphasizes prompt payment to avoid disruption of service.
The excerpt argues that mere existence through eating, working, and wealth is a small part of life. True vitality comes from knowledge, truth, love, beauty, goodness, faith, and the emotions they awaken, including mirth, tears, music, prayer, doubt, struggle, and mystery.
The Philadelphia Ledger forecasts the new year with sober optimism. It notes lingering worry among those recalling solvency battles but encourages strength, work, and resolve. The piece sees 1908 starting with benediction for optimists and urges remembering the past while facing the present with cheerful effort.
The 1907 crop value is estimated at 3.404 billion dollars, surpassing 1906 by 428 million. November 1907 exports beat all prior months, and total exports and imports exceed any former year. Gold holdings strengthen real money and global production growth supports stable prices for labor and goods. The country remains in good shape.
The American Union now includes Oklahoma and Indian Territories as a single new state. The population is about 1,414,000, larger than Texas or West Virginia at admission and greater than any original thirteen states at the 1800 census.
Bernard Murphy editor of the Vin ton Eagle and former state printer announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for governor.
A vintage drug ad promises cure for back pain, stiffness, and joint musses with an 80 day treatment for $1.00. It claims a single dose at bedtime proves their merit and urges readers to buy from Williamson Drug Co.
Britt Tribune laments modern youth and celebrates past. The piece contrasts boys learning work, girls performing, and community life with today’s “kid” culture. It paints pioneers as hardy, self sufficient, and content with fewer luxuries.
The Emerson Chronicle reports A J Binan of Montgomery County near Emerson earned about 185 per acre from 12 acres of sorghum cane made into molasses selling at 60 cents a gallon. He plans 40 acres next year and to expand facilities while praising sorghum potential.
After an exhaustive investigation the Iowa Railroad Commission ordered a twenty percent reduction in express rates. The new rates take effect February 1 1908. Lawmakers have long tolerated inflated charges from express, sleeping car, telegraph and insurance firms, and the move marks a step against these so called petty offenders.
An advertisement notes skin disease itching and stinging quickly relieved by applying Chamberlains Salve. Price is 25 cents. Sold by Williamson Drug Co.
Friends of Senator Allison in Iowa condemn Gov. Cummins for courting a Senate challenge. Cummins insists he never promised to oppose Allison and calls the letter misinterpreted. The piece argues national interest hinges on Allison remaining in the Senate and Iowa’s duty to the country.
Iowa crop service places this year’s crop value in the Hawk Eye state at 822,715,905 dollars. Corn leads with 856,898,460 bushels valued at 108,635,1322 dollars, oats follow at 111,190,400 bushels worth 43,364,256. The 1906 corn yield was 888,348,000 bushels. Average yield is estimated at 29.6 bushels per acre.
Card certifies druggists refund money if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure coughs or colds. It stops coughs heals lungs and prevents pneumonia and consumption. Contains no opiates. The genuine product is in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes. Storie and Patton.
A note from M Lenhart on North Main Street invites former patrons and new customers to visit the blacksmith shop. The message emphasizes welcoming all interested buyers and expresses appreciation for continued support.
A candidate announces intent to seek the Republican nomination for sheriff subject to the outcome of the upcoming June primary election. The notice emphasizes the candidacy and the decision of voters in the primary.
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