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Newspaper
Inter County Journal
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1906
Page
2
An 1879 Iowa recount discusses the Republican stance against corporate dominion in state politics. It portrays a decisive battle for citizens’ rights, led by Gov. A. B. Minnis, against corporate influence and party subservience to business interests, concluding with a victory for principled governance.
A local polling paper from Lover County critiques partisan bias in campaign coverage. The piece notes endorsements favoring a Democratic candidate followed by accusations of editorial reversal and the influence of outlaw elements. It links railroad-politician corruption to bolter support without clear moral clarity.
The text alleges Ed A. Hunter W. F. Parrott Dave Brunt Cyrenia Cole Late Young and others pushed political propaganda after losing a Republican nomination. It describes them as distraught and predatory, with supporters blamed for taking boodle benefits from corporate agents amid public political misery.
The piece questions where republican bolters will seek political refuge after their bolt. It asks whether they will merge with the Democrats, remain independent, or retreat to the woods, noting the bolters will not rejoin the Republican fold and suggesting possible perpetual polarization.
The piece portrays a volatile clash among factions as money and social groups threaten the republic. It credits Governor Gutamins and Progressive leadership with steering the party away from disaster, aided by disciplined supporters and wartime rhetoric from opposing democrats.
A republican leader, hailed as a Napoleonic figure of Iowa, has steered the party to victory and earned enduring gratitude. The text asserts the party stands ready to reward his remarkable power and efforts, declaring there is nothing it could bestow that would be too good for Albert B. Cummins.
A Grundy county farm home of William Harris suffered extensive damage from a Monday fire. In Guthrie county the E Sheedar family fell violently ill after breakfast. the youngest child died, traced to rat poison on a pantry shelf. William Everett, 24, killed himself in Fairbank city jail with a 22 caliber revolver after a prior murder attempt on his father. Muskrats are abundant near Fort Dodge, entering cellars and draining areas. the river drains are affected.
The Observer notes a weaker turnout and sparser political fervor during this campaign week in Ackley. It laments vanished rallies with torches and rapid speeches, mocks public intoxication habits, and jokes about repairs on Main Street while urging prudence and local humor amid uncertain weather and civic life.
Northside notes list residents and visitors including Mrs Warts, Miss Sedrho, and Miss Mea in early week entries. It records funerals with the death of Miss Lena Warring and mentions travels from Avsuuville through Lernvon to Prairie towns, with multiple church and social visits among families and friends.
Sympathy offered to the bereaved as trustees met at the Central schoolhouse. Residents visiting relatives, with names linked to Hansell and Prog Hotlow Avenue. Election day saw 101 votes with Cummins at 76, and a Republican county majority amid scratching. Reform opinions cited against Sunday school leadership and saloon petitions.
John Ibling walked the streets Monday while Heiko Van Gerpen plans a southward dwelling near the Phillips home. Contractors and tradesmen began work, and Reint Peters passed cigars on Sunday as a boy joined his home. Lena Warring was found dead at home Monday after years of ill health. funeral services were held Wednesday. Election turnout was light, farmers busy with corn harvest. Mrs. Dreyer traveled to Worthington for her father’s illness. Albert Jurgena died Tuesday morning, with services at the Presbyterian church today in English and German.
Mrs Oscar Pierce and son of Trsey Minnesota and Miss Ida Harria of this place visit Buckeye for a week with sister Mrs Kloop. Frank Wibby and family move into the two story building opposite the church. J S Quiggis and wife spent Monday at Eldora. Mr Huse returns from three weeks with daughter Mrs Soash near Estherville. Mrs Logan of Cadur Falls had been visiting friends nearby this week. Mrs Kislin entertained the Flower Club Tuesday afternoon. Mrs Gertia Whartman and Logan of Cedar Falls noted in the community. Robertson school closes for two weeks. Grandma Hurds health poor this fall at nearly ninety. A baby daughter born to Mr and Mrs Phil McVoy Wednesday. Mrs Robert Walthall goes to Minneapolis for a third operation with slim chance of recovery. Nellie Ott visits Bertie Wiskbata Friday. A young lady asks if it is right for a girl to sit in a man's lap if engaged, editor replies with cautious humor. Hollister’s Rocky Mountain bee products cited as curative. Jounalville editor introduces new wedding stationers and printing type. invites print orders for invitations.
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