Governors record as reformer cited in Iowa town speech
Governor Cummins defended his reform record in a Southern Town audience. He claimed credit for the pure food and seed laws, the employers’ nobility act, hours of railway employes, and anti-pass laws, noting Iowa followed Congress and other states. Critics argue political timing shaped reforms and rail legislation.
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Abts
Iowa
George J. Roberts
Cer
Ioines Register
John Hughes, Jr
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Governor Cummins Criticized for State Expenditures
The piece notes Governor Cummins cites capitol completion and war memorials to defend higher state costs while contrasting with earlier governors. It highlights despesas tied to launching ships, presidential inaugurations, and travel, arguing taxpayers bore notable expenses under his administration.
State treasury dispute misrepresents cash in transit
A fragmentary report from Des Moines illustrates a dispute over the State Treasury funds. Opponents accuse the administration of misrepresentation, claiming the treasury was not empty and that hundreds of thousands were available, aiding departures and March collections.
Sunator Allison Des Des Plains Capital
Des Moines Des Plains Capital lauds Senator Allison as a trusted, patriotic Iowa leader. The piece praises his honesty, loyalty to sound money, and pledged primary stance, urging continued support and recalling past allies who stood by him.
Paired vote shows Allison favored measure
The record explains that Senator Allison was paired with Senator Clay of Georgia on the Aldrich currency measure. Neither voted, though Allison seemed in favor while Clay announced opposition. The pairing allowed both to attend to other duties without affecting the outcome.
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Allison
Clay
Georgia
Senate Chamber
Cummins Opens Southern Tour on Tariff Policy
Governor Cummins used a southern town tour to defend his tariff stance and claimed alignment with Republican platforms endorsing tariff revision. He argued the party seeks revision only in a favorable season and urged adherence to protectionist principles. The Polk County Des Moines remarks criticizing graft by insurance interests are cited as not echoed in party platforms.
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Towa
Cummins
Drake
Des Moines
Shaw
McKinley
Roosevelt
Telows
Cumning
Iowa
Republican Party
Polk County Republican Club
Vata
Gracttinger Times Subscription Rates
Subscription terms list one year not in advance and six months with a yearly rate of $1.00 in unspecified currency. The text repeats author byline and shows degraded typography.
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Dévanob
Announcement for Republican Senator Nomination in 47th District
A candidate urges Republican voters in the 47th Senate District to support him for the party nomination. He states lifelong residence in the district, extensive party involvement, and many speeches for Republicanism, asking for votes in the primaries.
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State Senate
Jensen Declares Candidacy for Jiminez County Treasurer
El W Jensen announces self as candidate for county treasurer of Jiminez County subject to Republican primary election results in line. Support requested from voters.
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Treasuner
Ofle
Jiminez County
EL. W. Jensen
Edwards for Sheriff in Patro Alto County Primary
Edwards announces candidacy for County Sheriff subject to Republican voters in Patro Alto County primary on June 2. He seeks party support and outlines campaign focus and experience.
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Sherman
Ofice
Pato Alto County
Gio
Edwards
Shieh Poised For Republican Primary Challenge in Palo Alto
Vol Shieh the vice sheriff of Palo Alto County seeks voter support in the Republican primary on June 2, 2008. D. I. Johnson is noted as a subject of interest in the race, with municipal and county implications for law enforcement and party politics in the region.
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Vol Shieh
Palo Alto County
D. I. Johnson
Republican Voter Letter From D F KulP in West Bend Iowa
A 1908 campaign notice from D F KulP of West Bend Iowa addressed to Republican voters. He endorses Roosevelt's reform efforts, supports Taft as standard bearer, praises Iowa statutes, and pledges to uphold Republican principles. He seeks help at the June 2 primaries and signs March 1 1908.
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Palo Alto
Tam
Repubican
Lam
Roosevelt
Taft
Iowa
D. FE. Kulp
West Bend
Lowit
Boyle Seeks Iowa Senate Seat in 47th District
G. K. Boyle announces candidacy for the office of state senator in the 47th Iowa district. He states respect for the Republican primary in June and vows to serve the state and his district if nominated and elected, dated Whittemore February 9 1908.
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Iowa
State of
Whittemore
Town
G. KE. Boyle
ALEX CULLEN Announces Sheriff Run in Palto Alto County
Alex Cullen declares candidacy for sheriff of Palto Alto County subject to Democratic primary results on June 2. The announcement emphasizes service and readiness to lead law enforcement efforts.
For Sheriff Candidate Declares Run in Palo Alto County
Robert Mulroney of Rodman Iowa announces candidacy for sheriff of Palo Alto County subject to Democratic primaries on June 2.
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Palo Alto
Robert Mulroney
Rodman
Iowa
Sioux City Butter Prices Spark Local Outcry
In Sioux City residents protest the price gap between butter sold locally and the same Iowa product priced at 270 cents per 8 pounds in New York while selling for 311 cents per pound at home. Dealers likely assume profit from local markets.
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Sioux City
Iowa
New York
Primary Day Weekend on June Second Reminder for Farmers
The note urges farmers in the state to vote on June second the primary day. It stresses that many farmers will be busy during the season and warns that neglect could leave city voters to choose candidates. It calls on Republicans and supporters of Senator Allison to ensure participation at the polls.
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Allison
Sharpener offer for farmers by West-End Blacksmith
Onas Rubble announces instant disc sharpening services for farmers with a newly installed disc sharpener. The ad mentions DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve for piles and notes it is sold by TD Collins.
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Onas
Rubble
West-End
DeWitt
PeWitt's
TD. Collins
Register and Leader announce impartial political editions
The Register and Leader promise unbiased news and political coverage in Iowa and nationally. Daily and Sunday editions available through July 4 1908 for one dollar, with Sunday paper at 1.50, mailed from Des Moines Iowa.
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Negister
Towans
Register
Iowa
Register and Leader Co
Des Moines
Sunauy
Appointment of Executor for John Leonard Estate in Iowa
Notice announces J M C Leonard appointed and qualified as executor of the John Leonard estate in Palo Alto County Iowa. Creditors must pay and claimants file with the District Court Clerk by law, authenticated for allowance. Dated March 24 1908. Morling attorneys act for the estate.
Notice of Appointment of Executor for John P Keane Estate
Westiegs hereby given that the undersigned has been duly appointed and qualified as Executor of the Estate of John P Keane late of Palo Alto County deceased All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned and those having claims against said Estate will file them with the Clerk of the District Court duly authenticated for allowance E M Thompson Executor Dated April 7 1908 Thos O Connor Attorney for the Estate
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Board of Supervisors
Palo Alto County
Iowa
le Roy Grout
Lemmet County
Elmer E. Crumb
Grout
Crumb
E. W. van Meter
Emmetsburg
Boards of Supervisors
Emmet County
Sm R. Stepman
John Leonard
State of
District Court
J . M. C. Leonard
A. and
W. H. Morling
State of Iowa
Ss. Westiegs
John P. Keane
E. M. Thompson
Thos. O'Connor
J. A. Spies
Louis A. Spies
Amelia K. Fahnestock
Jacob Spies
J.A. Spies
A. Spies
Notice of Appointment of Executors for Jacob Spies Estate
State of Iowa Palo Alto County notice announces J A Spies Louis A Spies and Amelia K Fahnestock appointed and qualified as executors of Jacob Spies estate. Creditors asked to pay and claimants to file with the district court clerk by law by March 2 1908 and authenticat ed for allowance.
Wanted a bright boy or girl to learn type setting
Employment notice seeking a young trainee for the Times office to learn type setting and gain practical printing experience. No specific names or dates given. Open to energetic applicants with an interest in newspaper work.
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Times Office
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