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Newspaper
Hamburg Reporter
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1908
Page
8
A clerk narrates an odd scheme where oats are stuffed into muddy boots to吸orb moisture and restore shape. A feed man boasts a city trade in oats for boot trees, offering ready-made pairs in bags for five cents.
A series of nominating notices from Fremont County Republicans announce candidacies for the General Assembly Sheriff Treasurer Recorder County Superintendent of Schools and other local offices subject to the June 2 1908 primary election. Names include S B J Failing Owen E Stewart W T Davidson Harry E Woop A I Griffin A Wildberger W S Ronents Della Simmons and others.
In a party declaration both Lou L. West and W. E. Robb announce their candidacies. West seeks Superintendent of County Schools, contingent on June 2 1908 primary results. Robb seeks a seat on Fremont County Board of Supervisors for the 1909 term, subject to Democratic electors' decision.
Senator Dolliver recalls first news of Cummins candidacy and questions its authenticity. He cites a conference where Cummins allegedly told Dolliver to relay to Senator Allison that he would not run against him and offered warm holiday wishes.
A Denver era recounts Governor Cummins promising supporters that Senator Allison would not be harmed by his gubernatorial campaign. The letter and editorials reveal trust in Cummins’ word, while Indianola’s editor disputes anti Cummins claims. Editorials note the Methodist vote shifted Roosevelt’s lead and predict Allison’s potential win in Warren County by about 300.
A Pearsons Weekly excerpt describes an archaic method of determining guilt by bread and cheese. The condemned was seated at the church altar, eating blessed rye bread and cheese to test conscience. If the victim choked, death. if not, acquittal.
A humorous exchange attributed to Hirsch Harrison describes Jean asking where monsieur comes from and learning French learned in Paris though Paris is in France not Canada. The dialogue contrasts Canadian and Parisian French with a light tone and a concluding note that Paris French is not considered proper by New Yorkers.
Mrs Flagg recalls a morning encounter with a pitiful tramp who begged for food. He accepted a meal and two cigars were offered but refused, saying he did not have the heart to smoke them.
Mandy a young colored girl from the cotton fields visits a northern mistress and explains that the lady on the step has the ticket. The mistress realizes she forgot to invite both women, and Mandy smiles at the social slip captured in the Brooklyn Life note.
A rural debate centers on Si Huskinby planning a tombstone as new York building trends push marble prices higher. The judge notes the town’s worry that urban growth could strain finances and threaten local affordability.
A tray-bearded man asks why Prudence hit a boy while he lay on the ground. The boy explains the strike was prudent since the other boy slipped and might not recover his footing if allowed to rise. The exchange centers on intent and the meaning of prudence in a moment of imbalance.
A terse exchange shows an old lady who gave a nickel to a tramp and a hungry hobo debating how to spend the money. The dialogue hints at selling a “macho” and hiring a “schofar” with a comically evasive plan, reflecting a Bohemian street scene.
An observant farmer suggests letting hogs forage in pastures to eat dandelions before they seed, reducing their spread. Red Oak residents note American dandelion has no medicinal value, supporting eradication. The piece links rising money supply in 1907–1908 to economic calm and easier bank lending.
A compact ad notes a fine line of furniture and steel ranges available at Frank Davis. It also promotes chicken feed mixed in varied proportions to suit, offered by A. H. Mann.
Hamburg testimony published to prove Doan's Kidney Pills aid back and kidney ailments. Arthur Butler of 1906 Main St. says five years since his endorsement, he has seen lasting benefits and recommends trial to others troubled by backache or kidney issues. Pills sold by Julien Deng Co. price 5 cents. Foaster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole U.S. agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Dr. Kenney and Dr. Kye announce a joint practice at the Nose and Throat Spedallet located near 6th and Ed and SE Joseph Missouri. Correspondence indicates planned collaboration and patient referrals between the two clinics.
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