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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
1
An American economist argues that while good crops matter they are only part of national prosperity. He notes seven trillion dollars in annual agricultural value but only ninety dollars per person, urging normal production and domestic consumption beyond crops. He warns tariff reductions could worsen depression rather than improve it.
Congressman Eugene W. Leake of New Jersey declares he will bolt Bryan and endorse Taft. He says Bryan’s platform harms both employers and workers and risks national industrial bankruptcy. The remark highlights a pivotal 1908 election issue shaping labor and industry.
An essay notes humans favor honesty and distrust slick investment schemes. It cites a mysterious firm that drew many reputably minded investors, warned by the Economist of Chicago about how easily moderately intelligent people funnel others money into grand promises. The piece concludes most men prefer honest exchange even when swindles exist in disguise.
Huntington West Virginia man testifies Foley's Kidney Remedy helped nervous exhaustion and kidney trouble. Visiting cards offered at 50 cents for fifty by Beaman and Patton. Patriot shop also advertises three month subscription for twenty five cents.
The Centerville Citizen urges residents to love their hometown as they love the flag and to support liberty and peace. It warns that those who denigrate their city betray patriotism and would avoid their country’s battles.
John J. Sherman chairman of the Wisconsin Bank Association predicts a period of greatest prosperity if Taft Sherman are elected and a Republican House abrogates trade pacts allowing foreign underselling and restores protection ensuring profits in all productive lines.
Congressman Chas B Landis of Delphi Indiana praises Colonel Hepburn in a letter to the Record News senior editor. He says Hepburn's return to Washington would prevent a lonesome Congress and would be a distinct national loss from the House of Representatives.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat answers with forceful rhetoric to why farmers should contribute to campaign funds. It cites farmers rejecting demagogues and inflation tales in 1896 and 1900, as noted by the Burlington Hawkeye.
A compact reflection on character defines strength as restraint and steady resilience. It contrasts external pressures and internal turmoil with steadfast composure under challenge.
Real estate transfers include Emil Leckband to C H Devault for 226 acres in Lucas and Wayne counties at 14500 dollars. Morford Throckmorton Jr to T M Throckmorton for 40 acres in Union at 1 dollar. James and William Lyons to WS Bigham for 80 acres in Liberty at 3200 dollars. Throckmorton deed transfers for 40 acres in Union at 1000 dollars. Abraham Edwards to Arthur J Edwards for 20 acres Whitebreast at 1 dollar. John R Throckmorton to Thomas Morford Throckmorton for 40 acres Union at 1 dollar. H D Copeland to Carmi and Elizabeth McKinley lot in Chariton at 2350 dollars. Rilla A Wolverton to W F Lazear two Derby lots at 1600 dollars. Bettie Coffman to Seldon King lot in Chariton at 750 dollars. Jas A Space to Mary Minnie Space lot in Chariton at 1 dollar. Samuel Pollard to Dinah J Billings two Lucas lots at 650 dollars. Parley Batten to D W Cook two Cleveland lots at 1500 dollars. Wesfall to John F Lazear part of 5 and all of 9 Derby lots at 425 dollars. John F Lazear to John R Lazear part of 5 and all of 9 Derby lots at 500 dollars. Q CO deed S O Hickman to Nettie Dis more lot in Chariton at 35 dollars.
Mrs. Robert Mytton of Hamilton Ontario reports a bad knee burn healed beautifully after applying Chamberlain's Salve. The advertisement claims the salve relieves burn pain almost instantly and is distributed by Williamson Doug Company.
William J Bryan writes in Collier's Weekly on the presidency stressing checks and balances. He argues the president is not a sole ruler, favors an ex officio cabinet member, and should act with broad sympathy for all people while consulting advisers and congress. He notes the need for moral courage, open counsel, and shared responsibility in government.
A father in Chariton recalls his six year old daughter’s talkativeness at social visits. He restricts her speech to avoid family secrets, but at dessert she cries to ask for more ice cream as a “family secret.” The tale, attributed to the London Telegraph, highlights clashing decorum and child honesty.
The article recalls John Augustus O'Shea once lecturing in Dumfries on military exploits. He began with a daisy from Burns’s grave and drew the audience into Burns lore before returning to war experiences. The impromptu talk became a popular feature of his lectures.
A reflective piece contrasts cleanliness norms among nations and eras. It notes English habits of daily washing and Britain’s older homes often lacking baths, while recalling Italian, Chinese, and Hungarian views on cleanliness and custom. The essay references a Victorian tone and the concept of baths as social ritual.
The article argues that telling a worrier not to worry is impractical and unsafe. It suggests substituting worrying thoughts with productive work and explains that energy spent on worry needs a healthy outlet. McComb in Harper s Bazar is cited.
Colonel A. K. McClure recalls Jefferson Davis as a man of strong conviction whose sole aim at the Confederacy’s organization was to command its army. He notes Davis sought military command but, upon election as provisional president, accepted the presidency with conscientious dedication.
The article recounts Rava Luchman Dass training for fourteen years under priests in central India to become a yoga master capable of the forty eight postures. It notes a ritual endurance test balancing on fingertip ends with the full body aloft for seven days and nights before judges.
Fragmentary record shows a historic Pennsylvania statute restricting white females under ten or wards from displaying bare shoulders in public spaces. The document cites penalties of up to 100 dollars and applies to streets, churches, taverns, theaters and other public resorts. The wording reflects period norms and legal language of the era.
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