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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1905
Page
11
The Fairfield Tribune offers one year in advance at $1.00, six months for 50 cents, and three months for 25 cents. The paper is entered as second class mail at the Fairfield Post Office. A drop of ink makes millions think.
In an odd twist a new Alaskan town bears the name Fairbanks honoring the vice president. The piece notes chilly conditions and links the naming to political figures while remarking on cold climate. The column also touches on a reciprocity conference in Chicago and mentions Secretary Taft amid broader political jabs.
A montage recalls 1890s jests and editorials from the Des Moines Register-Leader and Keokuk Gate City. It notes Wallace show bills plastered by Geo H. Frasher, rumors of an editorial glimpse, Brazil coffee troubles, and eggs as a remedy. Sam Clark criticizes the McKinley bill for harming farmers in Canada. C. M. Junkin’s shifting stance on reform and consistency is observed.
The Sioux City Tribune quotes Iowa farmers challenging the claim that cheap Canadian goods would flood markets. It cites Van Nostrand of near Fairfield who shipped cattle and horses to Canada paying tariffs, arguing domestic markets already reflect real costs. The exchange cites the Burlington Hawkeye and The Ledger as sources in a debate over reciprocity and tariffs.
The letter questions the claim that high tariffs drive exports, citing Canada trade data from 1807 to 1904 and 1903 04 results. It critiques Ledger and Hawkeye coverage, questions who pays tariffs, and notes national and Western business supports for reciprocity with details on merchants, boards of trade, and a large conference turnout.
The Chicago gathering will unite western and eastern business leaders pledging trade expansion. President Roosevelt's stance is unclear with rumors of support or opposition. Alvin H. Sanders reports cabinet absence and a Republican driven, nonpartisan appearance in spirit, aiming to energize party leaders on protective policy.
The Washington correspondent criticizes the presidents push for an extra session of Congress arguing it is a sham. The piece notes Moody and calls for enforcement of existing laws over new revisions. It questions tariff reform timing and accuses leaders of grandstanding to win public favor.
Charles A. Edwards argues that Roosevelt should strengthen for renomination by pressuring Congress to reduce tariffs and cut living costs. He claims the president is swimming with party bosses and risks political cowardice if he hesitates to push tariff revision.
A Davis county case near Savannah details a family quarrel that left a 57 year old farmer Joseph Small jailed on an assault with intent murder charge. His son says Small beat his wife while the mother fled the scene and a daughter was injured in a carousal dispute. Neighbors split on guilt as a preliminary hearing looms, with the feud expected to impact the lower county.
Frank S. Shriner recommends Hyomei as a cure for hay fever claiming it stops sneezing eyes and nose irritation and progression of the disease. He offers a refund if it fails and notes the complete outfit costs one dollar with extra bottles at fifty cents.
Daniel Steffy aged 76 collapsed and died at the Rock Island pump station west reservoir while at work. He was found by two boys as he had just dumped a load of cinders by his wheelbarrow. Paralysis is suspected. Steffy, a Rock Island employee and Pennsylvania native, leaves a wife and five children. Funeral arrangements pending.
Rome Iowa August 9 No 77 westbound freight reported a river bridge fire and a crew arrived quickly to extinguish flames. The blaze likely started by No 13’s engine and could have caused serious trouble if left unchecked.
Mrs. Elizabeth Winkley Snell celebrated her 100th birthday, born August 6, 1804 in Fleet Lodge England and arriving in America in 1850. She has lived in Dallas Center since 1870, one of the state’s oldest residents.
In a Washington Star strip, Briggins tries the faith cure and is cured of faith in the faith cure itself, underscoring a wry satire on miracle treatments and belief.
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