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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1907
Page
4
The Hull paper reviews political hopes and figures including Hubbard versus Allison, Brimmins’ stance against corporate domination, and Justice Brewer’s vision of a booming future with billionaires. It suggests A VanderMeide of Orange City as a potential state senator candidate, praising his experience and local service.
In Davenport, debate over replacing an aging draft horse with a younger one during work hours. The piece argues for humane retirement, suggesting the old horse be allowed to end its days in peace while the younger, less-trained colt takes over. The letter questions labor costs and animal welfare.
A discussion argues for a federal across state lines power to regulate common carriers, citing inefficacy of state control and 2 cent fare laws. The passage references Senator Harlan's 53 year old defeat, Allison’s succession tactics, and political shifts involving Cummins and allies.
A Washington correspondent notes government spending on trust investigations over four years totals about 300000 with numerous cases including tobacco and paper trusts. Fines reach 290900, and top lawyers like Kellogg Morrison and Judge McKeynolds receive substantial annual retainers.
A humor piece recalls a footman telephone call about a house fire and a panic. The master asks after family members while the footman gently notes the mother-in-law is asleep on a third-floor landing, avoiding disturbance.
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