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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
1
Display Advertising ten cents per inch Locals five cents per line per insertion Locals in black face type ten cents per line per insertion Church and other society notices with admission fees or charges will be six cents per line per insertion
Advertisement notes Foley's Honey and Tar as immediate relief for asthma sufferers in worst stages with claims of a cure if taken in time and mentions Beaman's Drug Store as the distributor.
Howard A Burrell argues Bryan Jennings Bryan desires wealth over presidency. He claims Bryan would profit from continued fame through a popular paper, Chautauqua lectures, and advertising, estimating potential yearly net receipts around 280000 dollars if he gained a million subscribers. The piece portrays Bryan as a shrewd, money driven politician who would parlay any nomination into financial gain.
The piece notes shyness of both Republican and Democratic donations this campaign due to a law restricting corporate money in federal races. It urges individuals to contribute from their own pockets to support a victorious national effort.
Theodore Max Oblitch de La Zarre of Numa Iowa an employee of the Rock Island railroad proclaims himself king of Soervia and promotes a dethronement movement against King Peter. He says a small army is organized to travel to his native land. Col McGregor of Pontiac Illinois reports 3000 men organized and ready, many said to be Illinois militiamen.
The Iowa state fair drew over 200000 attendees with daily patronage up on the prior year. Officials report profits around 30000, praising the fair as a premier livestock show and showcase of Iowa resources.
Advance sheets for the National Corn Exposition in Omaha reveal a 10 car sample winning 1000 dollars in the champion sweepstakes and another 1000 dollars in the Grand Premier Commonwealth Trophy. The sample would also gain cash and merchandise premiums, making the event the largest prize pool yet in grain and grass contests.
Message invites friends from other parts of the country to visit Chariton during the homecoming week. It also notes sale bills are available at the Patriot shop.
A B Gookin and Company offer prompt financing for agricultural loans with ample funds available to farmers seeking credit.
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