Editorial on tariff policy and a growing merchant marine era
The editorial argues tariff readjustment along Republican lines by a GOP Congress and administration, notes potential expansion of merchant marine to support protective policy, and cites Secretary Shaw on U S trade dominance. It contrasts foreign demand with U S manufacturing output and calls for outside markets for surplus goods. It also reports Lafayette Young’s vindication amid politically charged prosecutions and criticizes party loyalty abuses and "buccaneer politics."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
Taft
Panama Canal
United States
Germany
England
Brazil
Europe
Safe Young
Lafayette Young
Mr. Young
Russo Japanese War Ends with Russian Naval Defeat
The fifteen months of conflict culminated in a decisive Japanese naval victory in the Korean straits under Admiral Togo against Admiral Rozhestvensky. Russia suffered heavy losses with twenty-one ships and thousands killed or captured while Japan endured comparatively light casualties. The article notes Russia's vast empire vs Japan's smaller size and population and suggests Russia may seek peace as financial markets reflect declining Russian credit and rising Japanese bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Japan
Togo
Korestvensky
Korean Straits
Foley’s Honey and Tar Claims Cure for Asthma
A Davenport Iowa woman reports severe cold from twelve years ago becoming asthma. She credits Foley’s Honey and Tar with curing her after one fifty cent bottle. The testimonial praises the remedy as a solution medical professionals could not provide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Adolph Buesing
West Third St
Davenport
Iowa
Storie
Notice to settle debts at Chariton Cemetery Office
All persons indebted to the Chariton Cemetery Company are requested to call and settle at once at the office of the President over Kirk's Drug Store. 6-1-21. J. H. Stanton, Secretary. The laxative effect of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets is so agreeable and so natural that you do not realize it is the effect of a medicine. For sale by Storie & Patton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton Cemetery Company
Kirk
J. H. Stanton
Chamberlain
Storie & Patton
Foley's Kidney Cure Brings Relief For Brights Disease
Feelings of impending doom from Bright's disease and diabetes are eased by Foley's Kidney Cure. The ad claims incipient disease is curable and worst cases gain comfort. Marion Lee of Dunreath, Indiana credits three bottles after eight doctors failed. Sold by Storie & Patton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Foley
Marion Lee
Dunreath
Ind
Storie & Patton
Hepburns on Midwest Visit Before Taft Philippines Tour
Hon W P Hepburn visited Corydon and Allerton after Centerville then left for Honolulu to join Taft's party. The group will travel to the Philippine Islands Japan and China for about three to four months. Col Hepburn and Senator Allison were chosen for the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. P. Hepburn
Corydon
Clarinda
Iowa
Centerville
Allerton
Col. Hepburn
Mrs. Hepburn
Honolulu
Taft
Philippine Islands
Japan
China
Allison
Foley's Kidney Cure Advertises Quick Kidney Relief
An old advertisement warns that smoking in a powder magazine is deadly while neglecting kidney disorders is also dangerous. It promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy for Bright's disease diabetes and general kidney or bladder trouble urging immediate use. Storie & Patton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Bright
Storie
Two Treasured Stars Un Page Six Poem Tribute
Rev P F Gay of Ohlman Ill brother of Thomas Gay offers a patriotic poem dedicated to the 21st Wisconsin Infantry. The verse appeals to comrades and all readers to honor the flag and the Union and to inspire youth and schools to memorize and recite it on patriotic occasions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patriot
P. F. Gay
Ohlman
Ill
Thomas Gay
21St Wisconsin Infantry
Pain Balm Promoted For Common Ailments
Sprained Ankle, stiff neck and lame shoulder are cited as ailments for which Chamberlain's Pain Balm is valuable. If promptly applied it will save time money and suffering. For sale by Storie and Patton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Storie & Patton
May Weather Report Signals Mixed Agricultural Outlook
The May climate was unusually cold with a high of 88 and only one day above 80. Rainfall reached 4.91 inches and sunshine was below normal, dampening corn germination and worm damage in fields. Some planting remains, grass and oats show good growth, fruit prospects fair, and 17 clear days, 7 cloudy, 7 partly cloudy. June 1, 1905. C Burr.
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Burr
Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Promises Health Boost
The advertisement boosts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a tonic for the sick and weak. It promises perfect digestion and assimilation, claiming benefits for new red blond and boné hair. Priced at 85 cents for ten tablets from Storie and Patton, druggists.
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Hollister
Storie
Smiths visit relatives in Iowa. reporter to fill vacancy
Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Smith of Indianapolis came Tuesday and stayed with his sister Mrs. O. A. Bartholomew and family, Mrs. Flora W. Burkhart, and eldest son Irl. They left Friday for a two week visit to Perry Des Moines Woodward Boone and Albia. During Mrs. Burkhart's absence Miss Cleo Bryan will fill her position as reporter for the Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Smith
Indianapolis
Ind
O. A. Bartholomew
Flora W. Burkhart
Irl
Perry
Des Moines
Woodward, Boone and
Albia
Women and events in Ottumwa reflect Chautauqua drive
Mrs. Mary Funk Butler of San Francisco and Mrs. I N Funk Jr visited Ottumwa with others and planned a large children's chorus for Chautauqua Farmer’s day. A restaurant fire at Whit tlesey’s was smothered by Mr Wilson the baker. minor damage. Col Dungan attends Parsons College meeting. Dr Willis Parsons to be installed president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Funk Butler
San Francisco
Cal
I. N. Funk, Jr
Ottumwa
J. B. Funk
Funk
Fitch
Whittlesey's
Mr. Wilson
Colonel Dungan
Fairfield
Parsons College
Willis Parsons
Lewis Parsons
Institution of Learning
Col. Dungan
Des Moines Demonstrator Serves Luncheon at Local Store
Miss Louise Averill of Des Moines showcases Natural Food Co. products at F C Stanleys store Niagra Falls week by week. She has served 384 people and plans to feed Swedish Lutheran, Presbyterian, Methodist, and Baptist ladies with shredded whole wheat biscuits and salmon pie and other dishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Averill
Des Moines
Natural Food Co
Niagra Falls
F. C. Stanley
Swedish Lutheran Church
Presbyterian Church
Irwinville Man Praises Chamberlains Colic Remedy
Mr J T Barber of Irwinville Georgia says he always keeps Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy at hand for sudden attacks of colic and cholera morbus. He reports it is among the best medicines he has tried and keeps a bottle in his room. Sold by Storie Patton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J T Barber
Irwinville
Barber
Storie & Patton
Little girl vows not to contradict and slips in a jest
A nursery tale from the London Chronicle describes a very young girl taught to avoid contradiction. When accused by an adult, she hesitates then blurts out with tears that the accuser is a beast, using a stammered plea for misunderstanding.
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London Chronicle
Lack of Order Fettered Our Wings and Freedom
The speaker notes that numerous hindrances and duties weave spider threads around us. They argue that disorder enslaves us and today’s confusion diminishes tomorrow’s freedom. The passage emphasizes the need for clearer structure to restore liberty and mobility.
When He Might Call From Parisian Note
A brief quote from Petit Parisien shows a creditor asking when a bill will be paid and the debtor offering Saturdays for calls. The exchange resolves with permission to call each Saturday.
The Pleasant Smile
A reflection on smiling as a genuine pleasant expression not a social duty nor patronizing or bored. The passage contrasts true warmth with insincere social smiles and celebrates a sincere cheerful demeanor.
The Last Recourse
A couple faces starvation with no work and no food. The man laments their ruin while the wife suggests taking in boarders to survive, illustrating hardship and desperation in a Philadelphia Ledger excerpt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Ledger
The Brightest Blaze of Intelligence Quote
A quotation attributed to Nevins notes that even the brightest blaze of intelligence loses value without the smallest spark of charity. The remark contrasts intellect with generosity, underscoring moral priority over cleverness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevins
Worn out women find relief with Rocky Mountain Tea
A brief health note promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for tired women unable to sleep eat or work. The ad claims it strengthens nerves and blood. Priced 35 cents for Tea or Tabs. Storie & Patton, Druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Storie
Bennington Family Hosts Delaware Relatives This Summer
Mr and Mrs Samuel Bennington welcomed relatives from Delaware county Pennsylvania arriving on train No 13 at 445 PM The party includes Ann Trimble sister of Mrs Bennington and two nieces Margaret Bennington sister of Samuel B They plan to stay through the summer and were met today by the hosts
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Bennington
Delaware County
Penn
Ann Trimble
Freak Y-shaped fishing worm found on Benton farm
Elmer Stewart discovered a large Y shaped worm on Miss Lou Selders farm in Benton township. The strange Gothic type worm has been kept for several days and draws curious neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Stewart
Benton Township
Lou Selders
Stewart
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Willie Brown
Jessie McIntire
Tabor
Tabor Oratorio Society
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Minnehaha
Hiawatha
Longfellow
Coleredge Taylor
Episcopal Choir
BO Seere Cena
St.Louis
J.H. Darrath
Chariton Markets
McElveen & Eikenberry
Chariton
Gray-Von Behren Co
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