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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1905
Page
4
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine as an essential sleep aid and nerve builder. It claims sleep restores vitality, relieves irritation and congestion, and provides rapid strength, citing a testimonial from Moxey M. Smail of Underhill Vermont and a guarantee from Miles Medical Co.
Notice displays postal handling details for Hull with second class matter status and subscription rates. It lists local advertising at 10 cents per line unless special agreement, and credits C. N. Sawyer as editor.
Congress convened for the long session with Joseph G. Cannon of Illinois chosen as speaker of the house. The usual opening procedures were observed as leaders set the agenda for the term.
A Towan legislature considers a primary law to curb money in elections. Support hinges on equal footing for the poor and wealthy, framing the proposal as sound if guarded against abuses and ensuring fair nomination. If protections fail, the reform risks becoming worse than no reform.
The report quotes Senator Palliver saying he did not expect tariff revision before the next presidential election. It notes reactions from Republican readers who argue the country may tolerate limited changes while questioning promises and past performance.
A Davenport Democrat opinion notes that business people justify missing worship to attend political primaries, arguing the proposed law would not boost turnout. It cautions that honest officials are essential in business and government, and disinclination should not block participation.
The Sibley Gazette reports strong grounds for believing Governor Cummins seeks a congressional seat. Iowa hosts many supporters and foes, with reform pledges tied to his long public career. Public pressure grows as reform demands intensify ahead of Congress session.
The passage presents a garbled discussion about refining and refining policies affecting western farmers, trade tensions, and alleged costs like shoe and coat production. It mentions a race against time and various disjointed phrases without clear events or individuals.
The article notes how a trader shifts profits by shipping pairs abroad to reduce costs then marks up goods at home, using tariffs as a cover for the extra charge. His scheme relies on exploiting tariff rules to keep prices high locally while cheaper exports mask the premium.
Sioux City Journal argues the country largely backs the president and political capital is sought by all sides. It urges Republicans to close ranks and act according to the will of the people, warning that Democrats could move to decisive action if Republicans fail.
ABrooklyn and Philadelphia papers warn that party bosses control nominations, prompting broad discontent. They urge Iowa to adopt a primary law with penalties to curb moneyed influence and prevent uprisings, as seen in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York.
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