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Newspaper
Glenwood Opinion
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
2
A political column argues this presidential year will be the most momentous in U S history. It rebukes Republicans for sleeping through prosperous times and waking only as gasoline fears rise. Roosevelt is praised for timely action and business forces are urged to align with strong leadership.
A political quip fielding about the two party system, comparing Republicans and Democrats to Positive and Negative, noting endless debate and public fatigue. It suggests keeping a light tone to wake voters during election season and to remain friends despite differences.
A draft declaration from Warren Garst of Coon Rapids announces his candidacy for Iowa Governor as a Republican. He frames his bid on 35 years of party service, pledges harmonious party support, and vows to back the GOP ticket in November. The piece also notes broader political currents, socialist growth, and questions about the Cummins wing and gubernatorial remarks.
In Mills county district court Samuel Brashear sues Zella Brashear for divorce on grounds of fraud and desertion. Petition to be filed by December 27, 1907, with court action to proceed if Zella fails to appear by February 4, 1908. Genung & Genung, Attorneys for Plaintiff.
Shirley Gillilland files for a decree foreclosing a lien against the Brantner judgment in Mills county Iowa. The petition, filed December 26, 1907, seeks $1200 for services under an oral agreement with Matthew Gering for a share of 85 percent of attorney fees. Default declared February 1908. clerk holds funds awaiting court order.
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