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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1902
Page
2
The Republican convention at Creston on June 10 renominated W. P. Hepburn by acclamation, a unanimous display of district support. The note lauds his 16 years in the House of Representatives and predicts continued leadership if life permits.
The Republican Party of the district renominates Mr. Hepburn by acclamation, arguing his life and character guarantee capable and honest administration of public franchises and the administration of insular possessions.
The article argues that war inevitably entails harsh acts for a greater cause. It compares Allied and Confederate actions, citing Sherman’s Atlanta campaign as an example. It contends that brutal choices are forced by necessity and history vindicates such deeds.
Franklin school Lincoln township reports May 3 attendance with several absent but not tardy students. Absent names include Mae Shore Katie Lara Vera Tessie Moore Everett Shore Ruth Fern Foster Zora Stonebink er. Others absent one day include Bessie Foster Carl and Samuel Larson Margarete Moore Gareuce Shore Mamie and P mier Foster Miury Watter Cora Luie James Susie Kay. No tardiness. Maude Foster, Teacher.
Marriage licenses issued since our last report list Ade McCullough 42 Mae Bridge R ov. The item mentions summer kidney irregularities and urges attention to kidneys, suggesting Foley's Kidney Care sold by D Storie.
A long column reviews a Senate bill to make attempts on the President or Vice President a capital offense. The piece discusses House debates, the rule committee impasse, and a broad, cross party legal disagreement among lawmakers. It also notes personal anecdotes from veterans and pension witnesses, including Gen. Hooker and Maj. Randall.
Obituary notes Mrs Mary Wood of Alexandria born 1867 died May 29 after paralysis of the throat. She was married to B N Wood in 1892 and leaves four children. The Wood family, once in California, planned to move to Chariton Iowa where B N Wood bought the Howelson and James lumber yard. Funeral was June 1 at Presbyterian church with Rev George Williams officiating.
A traveling man told us he uses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for his family and they remain free from constipation indigestion sick headach stomach troubles. Sold by D Q Storie.
Owing to high demand for lace galoons and medallions the shop reports shipment of the latest styles from New York. The store claims to be headquarters for these items and promotes its porch shade as the best, sold exclusively there.
Mr Ad H McCollough and Miss May Bridge were married Wednesday evening June 4 at the home of the brides parents Dr and Mrs E Bridge. The ceremony was performed by Rev Chittehden. They left for Chicago that night and return Tuesday evening. They will reside in a new house on east Auburn Avenue. The Patriot extends congratulations to the couple.
Hon S H Mallory reports May 1902 weather data for Chariton Iowa observed as a voluntary observer for the U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Includes monthly totals, precipitation, temperature, and notable conditions recorded during the period.
A Republican delegate convention for the Second Judicial district of Iowa will be held in Ottumwa on Wednesday June 25 1902 at 1 30 p m to nominate four district court judges and conduct other business. Representation totals by county are Appanoose 15 Davis 9 Jefferson 9 Lucas 9 Monroe 11 Van Buren 11 Wapello 21 with one delegate at large per county and one delegate per 200 votes for Governor A B Cummins in 1901. By order of Committee O L Campbell Chairman and Rev L S Coulton Es say: Dr Warner White Wine of Tar Syrup advertised as a throat and lung remedy. Sold by Chas R Kirk.
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