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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
5
The item lists subscription terms: one year in advance $1.00 six months 50 cents three months 25 cents. It notes the paper is entered as a weekly at Fairfield post office as second class mail matter with editor J R Spencer and business manager G L Bargar and includes the motto A drop of ink makes millions think.
The note marks the season when black rust discussions begin and flour prices are set to climb. It highlights market concerns and farming impacts facing grain traders and bakers amid supply pressures.
The Standard Oil company has not shown its appreciation of the reversal of its twenty nine million dollar fine by reducing the price of oil.
Leslie M. Shaw in Indiana hints at possible Iowa tour to campaign. The piece notes few men could aid democracy in Iowa as much as Shaw and urges the Democratic state central committee to give him full encouragement.
Writers report the city has overpaid for coal to power water works, paying twice the usable amount. Authorities seek to identify who was involved in the alleged shake down and misappropriation.
The item says Harriman could partner with Gould interests in the East and his company would be welcomed. It notes they might seek advice from Mr. Fish and that Harriman is known for aggressive deal making, a trait that accompanies his actions.
The passage questions Mr Hearsts motive for forming an independent party as likely rooted in personal ambitions. It warns the move rests on an unstable foundation and may reflect pique rather than solid political aims.
A Washington despatch in the Des Moines Register and Leader says Uncle Joe Cannon’s grip on the speakership is as firm as ever with no sign of weakening his power in any quar ter The note hints at a non progressive tone in the analysis and underscores Cannon’s enduring influence in Congress.
A Dunne forecast suggests a favorable fall trade and July clearings show only a small drop versus last year and the year before. The text asks if prospects of a Democratic national victory have stimulated national business.
The writer notes Turkey now has a parliament and calls it part of a global awakening sparked by English speaking peoples. He cites Japan and Turkey as precursors and predicts China may join this progression in coming years. The piece frames liberal reforms as a broad advance in a war scarred world.
Vice President Fairbanks declares politics needs cleaning up and calls for a national awakening. The piece portrays him as the caller rousing a guest two hours after rising, while veteran party leaders feel the pressure of this awakening and its impact on their gray hairs.
The New York New Haven and Hartford railroad protests a law restricting continuous service hours. The ruling aims to protect the public from accidents caused by worker fatigue. Train and engine men are limited to sixteen hours and dispatchers to eight hours without rest.
Mr. Gompers says he did not pledge labor to democracy and is too informed on labor progress to make such a rash vow. He argues labor is not to be led like cattle and that people form their own opinions. He notes most voters read and decide independently, aside from foreigners who lack literacy and political awareness.
The speech mirrors Oyster Bay influence as Taft contemplates succession while Roosevelt roams Africa. The rush for the Supreme Court seat begins soon after the late justice’s removal, a heated, inapt pursuit of power.
The state reels as Senator William B. Allison dies after months of frail health and two weeks of unconsciousness. The shock follows a hard fought campaign and long-standing standpat support, as the nation mourns the loss of a veteran Iowa senator whose name is now removed from party leadership consideration.
The article portrays Theodore Roosevelt embracing a bold final push for reforms after breaking from traditional Republican alignments. It notes his determination to leave a historical mark, unhampered by politics, while evaluating Taft’s possible role and party dynamics ahead of Roosevelt’s 1909 departure.
The article outlines Roosevelt’s strategy to influence Taft’s presidency and extend his own historical legacy. It contrasts Roosevelt’s aims with Taft’s potential actions, suggesting Taft could either follow or foil Roosevelt’s planned course, shaping the Roosevelt era’s success or failure.
The article notes Bryan and Taft will stay home most of the time and rely on written argument rather than public speaking. It says voters are now readers through newspapers and periodicals, making the newspaper campaign more effective and nationwide, with speakers focusing on state issues.
One hundred dollar reward offer for incurable catarrh cases by Hall's Catarrh Cure F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. Endorsers Walding Kinnan Marvin druggists certify Cheney's honesty and capability to meet obligations. Cure taken internally claims to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials available free. Price per bottle and promotion for Hall's Family Pills included. August 75 cents.
Mrs. Mary Lee of rural route 8 Zanesville says James Lee owed his life to Dr. King's New Discovery. She claims his severe lung condition and consumption risk were reversed by the remedy. The ad touts throat and lung relief with a guarantee and trial bottle at F S Shriner's drug store. Aug.
Attorney Will E. Johnson of Ida Grove unearthed two mahogany tables said to be among the most valuable old relics after being sent to Sioux City for refinishing. Local sources hail the find as a notable historic discovery with significant antique value.
A Dickinson era clippings montage notes questions about why Iowa livestock producers ship to Chicago while Missouri and Mississippi packers dominate. It also discusses political nominations, predicting a judge may seek a primary, and comments on the 1912 era vice presidential candidate selections.
Des Moines reports Hearst owner of major papers may campaign in Iowa for the Independence league. William Needham says Hearst could campaign here, with speakers and a full electoral ticket to back Hisgen for president. Iowa committee includes Charles A. Walsh, Needham, and A. Lowenberg.
Keokuk gate city reports that the Hull Prouty contest in the seventh district is being mentioned by several newspapers in connection with the Jones county calf case.
In a Boone News-Republican blurb it notes skepticism about Black voters sticking with Bryan versus the South remaining loyal to Lait, reflecting partisan forecasts.
In Des Moines Iowa on August 1 guarded by armed soldiers about forty garrison prisoners from the Second Cavalry loaded baggage for troops bound to maneuvers at St Joseph and Fort Riley. Prisoners paired to work while troopers watched with carbines. Five trains carried seventy seven cars as crowds gathered at the Great Western stock yards to observe and bid farewell to the soldiers.
A sharp editorial slams Judge Prouty, labeling him an accomplished hypocrite and pretender, arguing there is no pretext to overlook alleged fraud and condemning his stance.
The Creston American recalls a near miss by progressives to beat Cummins by about 9 000 votes two years ago. The Burlington Gazette says Judge Prouty should declare retirement from politics in a firm and clear voice.
Readers note: few people believed the fine would ever be paid as the case drew to its uncertain end.
In Washington Iowa the Democrat Hull is described as a powerful standpatter whose family network holds many offices. The piece mocks him as entrenched, with sons in law and cousins serving in government while he aims to retain office.
The Iowa City Press denounces the Hearst movement as vanity and a childish bid for leadership. It claims the independence party is only Hearst's self styled doll house after failing to lead the democratic party.
Sioux City Tribune reports Hobson has postponed potential conflict with Japan to avoid complicating the election, delaying any action until after voting.
A man with a bullet wound in the shoulder is held by police in Burlington Iowa. He is believed to be A. E. Hair, tied to a shooting affray in Galesburg on Saturday.
Burlington Iowa August 1 more than twenty saloons will go out of business due to a mu lci regulation requiring the consent of adjoining property owners. Pro prietors statewide prepare to comply to avoid civic federation action after Muscatine and Davenport cases.
Fragmentary ad for arnica healing salve for sore feet and piles. Mentions Mr W. Stone and a shop on Shore Street offering 25 cents priced salve. Text is garbled with partial phrases and unclear ingredients.
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