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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1908
Page
3
A fragmented republication column surveys 1907 politics with attacks on Cummins and Allison, predicts maneuvers by Aldrich and Haugen, notes Republican infighting in Iowa and plans of Wisconsin insurers to retire. It questions trade versus the flag and laments river and waterway appropriations amid Mississippi valley concerns.
Dr. Kulp in the West Band Journal attacks Bro. Martin for supporting Governor Cummins and Senator Allison’s re election. The piece urges Martin to prove Allison’s record on railway legislation trusts interstate commerce waterway and banking reforms, urging a public accounting and scrutiny by Iowa readers. The call to turn on the search light asks for clear evidence of Allison’s actions and contributions to reform.
In a heated exchange Chancellor Day proposed Hughes as president triggering applause from Wallaraat bankers. The Algona Advance hints at a coming battle between Senator Allison and Governor Cumming, with supporters shifting toward W J Bryan as preferable to a stand patter.
The piece notes Walter Wellman and others believe Roosevelt stands as the sole Republican able to defeat William Jennings Bryan for president. White Democrats rarely concede Roosevelt’s strength, while many Republicans acknowledge Bryan’s appeal and capability.
The Arisona Courier seeks Rev Holmes Kosguth's take on the claims of Senator Aliaou and Governor Cummings for republican support. Roles accepts a nomination saying it would be a shame to defeat Senator Calliver. Kosguth factions favor Cumming while many back the senior senator. Holmes favors peace and hopes for harmony.
The Dubuque Telegraph quotes eight figures showing railway commissioners have not cut express rates by 20 percent as claimed. Some cases show no reduction, some up to 1 percent, others up to 4 percent, with alleged averages far from 20. The piece argues for a general 25 to 40 percent cut and urges lower rates matching states like Georgia and Minnesota.
The Farmers Institute announces prizes for February school contests. Prizes include first and second awards in art drawings, spelling tablets, map production, writing, rapid addition, and declamatory and spelling contests. Only township winners advance. mid winter fair is replaced by enhanced cahoot work.
A sequence of open house events for New Year’s is listed with numerous ladies and gentlemen from Estherville attending at the homes of Mrs. F. G. McMahon Mrs J. B. Williame Mrs. Branagan Mrs. Powers and others. Guests include Meedames H M Helgen James Danigan John McNama F G McMahon Nell Kerwich L McNamara Crowley and more, as well as Misses Catherine Crowley Catherine Duty Neil Laughlin and several others. The gatherings are hosted at the homes of Mrs. Beebe Mrs. E B Soper and Mrs. Branagan among others, reflecting a season of social calls.
The interurban line proves its value with heavy south side holiday trade and anticipation of stronger northbound traffic once the line extends. A large turnout at Clere pledged support for the project, with most of the right of way secured between the river and Lizard Lake and spring construction anticipated. Local notes include bazaar proceeds, visits, ads, and livestock prices.
The growing sentiment across Iowa supports enforcing the mulci law while rejecting renewed prohibition trials. Voters want the jurist code applied and ask temperance issues kept out of party politics, noting the issue should not be a political bone of contention between parties.
The piece urges building a local railway on paper to deter the interurban road. It notes some lines have already run and claims residents can construct and sustain a home line despite competition. It argues opposition is normal and should not deter worthy enterprises.
The notice lists Chicago vehicle taxes: one horse vehicles five dollars per year two horse vehicles ten dollars four in hands twenty five dollars and automobiles twelve to thirty dollars. It notes such a tax for street improvements would benefit Emmetsberg and adds that Dubuque also imposes a similar tax.
Dr. Kulp of West Bend has not lost interest in public affairs after his nomination defeat. He is described as possibly aiming to become the successor to Hon. B. J. Bergeson.
A man who vetoed a two cent fare bill in New York has no claim to support from Town veterans. The remark targets Governor Hughes, reflecting political opposition amid a dispute over transit policy.
A brief call to nominate W. J Bryan, outlining his campaign platform and vision. The message urges support for his leadership and summarizes the core bold proposals he intends to advance if elected.
The article notes Cortelyou’s ongoing political weakness and the public opposition to a centralized bank controlled by Wall Street, signaling simmering tensions in national economic policy.
The stockholders of the Fairville Creamery company are notified that the annual meeting will be held at the Higley school house on Saturday January 4 2008 at 10 a m to elect officers decide whether the company is to be incorporated again and for how many years and for any other business. Fred Witte President Joseph Kliegl Secretary.
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