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Newspaper
Glenwood Opinion
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1908
Page
1
A Wallace's Farmer piece argues that telephones greatly aid farming but warns against habit of long idle conversations. It cites women chatting on lines causing delays for business uses, urging limit of five minute talks unless urgent, while affirming phones as a vital rural convenience.
The new editors L. B. Cunningham and R. Be Cunningham announce their plan for a republican local paper in Glenwood. They pledge to cover city and county news, address public questions, and seek community support while inviting readers to share visitors, entertainments, and locally newsworthy items.
A local editorial mocks tariff revision talk led by Bryan and the Democratic platform. It notes no duty on logs or unmanufactured lumber for decades, questions the platform’s tariff demands, and urges voters to support Walter I. Smith. The piece also mentions N. A. Kendall as a potential U S Senate candidate and criticizes Cap Fowler as an auctioneer.
The article argues for a special primary to nominate a U S senator, with separate election boards and a special oath for voters aligned to one party. It suggests a governor could convene a special session to force a party primary, easing legislative deadlock while preserving general election integrity.
Editor W T Wolfe reports from the Nebraska State Fair in Lincoln on September 3 08 noting ideal weather bustling crowds and premium costs for space to eat sleep and drink The piece highlights trotting events diverse exhibits and broad activity before hinting at upcoming Mills County travel and political moods.
The Malvern Leader note on editor W P Wortman marks his ninth year at the paper. Mrs B F Roberts of Dunlap died by suicide after nervous trouble. Lightning damaged a barn near Tabor, insured. Tabor baseball receipts reached 575.10. Farmers along Keg Creek push to straighten and deepen the stream to prevent overflow losses. Shelby hosts a three day street fair and carnival on 17 18 19. Walnut post office robbed of 10 in stamps. safe damaged. Council Bluffs plans a large auditorium with 35000 capital. A glove mitten factory moves from Norfolk to Council Bluffs. Bedford bank builds new brick office. Arthur Spacht of Bedford dies at 69. Miss Omer Vandivier seeks reelection as Adair County school superintendent. Oceola firemen plan a fair to fund next year tournament. Adair County fair underway. Miss Margaret McKinney severely scalded after spilling boiling water. Des Moines conference M E church met in Clarinda with Bishop Spellmeyer. over 200 ministers attended. Red Oak hosts a three day race and baseball tournament with large purses. A Vis cilla firm opens an artificial ice plant. A Bryan and Kern club forms in Hamberg with 30 members. Glen Allen, 2, drowns in stock watering tank in Pottawattamie County.
K P Lodge convened in Oskaloosa with delegates from Mills County lodges except Malvern and Henderson. Ward Ferguson elected Grand C C by 5 votes, opponent M J Tobin. Next session set for Sioux City in August. Also noted are new Glenwood school superintendent Morgan and visitor Richard Bada of Ia City.
In Hastings a socialist hotel landlord Charles Deitzman explains that union votes cannot be controlled by leaders or offices. He cites Omaha nomination, union endorsements, and a $5 write up by a labor paper as failing to deliver votes. He notes union men remain independent voters, often Republicans or Democrats, who scratch ballots and resist manipulation. This independence is described as America’s safety valve.
A Topeka Capital dispatch notes James Wilson of Iowa is conceded to be reappointed secretary of agriculture in President Taft's cabinet. The report praises Wilson's long service and describes his work as substantial and loyal, while acknowledging ongoing opposition from Pepperburg's group.
The Washington director of agriculture at Ames, Iowa, became a key figure in the administration of McKinley. Since 1897 he has served continuously in the cabinet level role, credited with strong departmental development. Prospects suggest he may remain in the post under a future Republican president if he chooses to stay.
Advertisements call for women and girls to work at the New Glenwood Canning factory peeling tomatoes. Positions emphasize steady tasks, with pay and hours to be arranged locally.
Two houses offered for quick sale in Glenwood Town near public square. The 15 room house with basement is in first class condition and modern except furnace. price $3,250. A 9 room house with basement, also modern except furnace, priced $2,250. Both are bargains, with convenient 56 by 160 foot lots. Call William M. Lamb, banker, for particulars. contact A. H. Winkler.
A German Heater, described as nearly new, is available for inquiry at Glenwood House. Interested parties are advised to contact Knol le's barber shop for further details.
Forty acres of unimproved land in section 384 Center township Mills County Iowa belonging to Elizabeth Davis estate. I L Car son Agent.
A brown mare about 1000 pounds estrayed with a wire cut on the left front and left hind foot. A suitable reward is offered by the sender at the Opinion office.
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