Up Against It Editorial Notes On Nothing To Say
The writer laments a lack of topics as primaries, weather, religion, art, Froebel, Mark Twain, and Elbert Hubbard appear only as recommended readings. He notes a rare stretch with no editorial plan, suggests readers pursue the kindergarten system article and Hubbard writings, and ends with an apology for sparse commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson Wallace
Chicago
Times
Froebel
A. H. Wallace
Hubbard
Elbert Hubbard
Mark Twain
No Peace Till the Republicans Taste a Licking This Year
An Iowa newspaper column argues no lasting calm for the Republicans until they suffer a decisive defeat, likening parties to people with periodic dissipation and predicting a political shakeup possibly led by W. J. Bryan. It cites J. W. Patton J. J. Stewart Ben Cherry and Capt. Gray as examples of heated discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
Ned
Republican Party
W. J. Bryan
J. W. Patton
J. J. Stewart
Ben Cherry
Capt. Gray
Standpatters Face Off Amid Party Spree Tensions
Eyewitness notes heated discussion about delivering a solar plexus blow to Standpatters. Participants remained silent, but observers know the gist of the talk. The crowd rejects talk of peace until after the party concludes its round of revelry.
Roosevelt dominated GOP setup called a fanny world
In a sharp political screed the writer attacks President Roosevelt as the architect of Republican platform and tactics at Chicago. The piece mocks party control, cites Shaw and Shaw's absence, and ends with a wry note on the era as a funny world.
Taft's tribute to Grant sparks debate on memory of the dead
A columnist defends the motto to speak only good of the dead while disagreeing with Col. Bell's view that Taft praised Grant's struggle with drink. The piece contrasts Taft's remarks with respect for Grant and notes reactions from J. B. Crail, urging restraint in judging historical figures.
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Col. Bell
Taft
Grant
The
Hudson
Lord Nelson
Daniel Webster
Napoleon
J. B. Crail
Mr. Crail
Mike Kearney Thanks Democrats in New Hampton Tribune
Mike Kearney of Chickasaw County thanks his Democratic friends for their interest in his campaign in Jay Bishop's New Hampton Tribune. He also thanks Republican friends for their binary interest, joking that their support means keeping him at home. The note adds Irish blarney tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike Kearney
Chickasaw County
Jay Bishop
New Hampton Tribune
Mike
Marsh W Bailey Files $72 Expense Claim
The Register Leader notes Marsh W Bailey filed an expense account of 72 dollars for a district elector. Bailey is described as determined and vigorous in pursuing his objective, respected for his bold campaign style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register-Leader
Marsh W. Bailey
Bro. Bailey
Bailey
Cedar Rapids bank or band plays touching music debate
A Cedar Rapids newspaper quips about a local bank or band that played touching music yesterday. A reader recalls following the drum corps, praising musicians for stirring patriotism, while noting Washington banks may play more touching tunes at interest time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Republican
Cedar Rapids Bank
Washington
Republican
Gentry Bros Circus Visit Ends With Poor Advertising
Gentry Bros show came to town last Thursday but failed to draw crowds due to weak promotion. The advance man, a cigarette fiend, advertised only once and with a display ad, leaving locals uninformed and attendance minimal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gentry Bros
Bailey Wins Big in District Electoral Race
Marsh W. Bailey, Standput Republican, leads T. T. Hitch of Ft. Madison Progressive by over 4000 votes. Hitch is strongest in his home county where Bailey also leads Lee County, with Hitch losing by 149 in the county and carrying Fort Madison by 181 while Allison carried the city by 134.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marsh W. Bailey
T. T. Hitch
Ft. Madison
Hitch
Allison
Lee County
Bailey
Mr. Hitch
Fort Madison
Mrs Pinkham Sails for Europe on Three Months Tour
Mrs Pinkham of the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Company in Lynn Massachusetts sails with her son Arthur W Pinkham and younger family members for Naples on May 20 for a three months tour of Europe and a vacation.
Brookhart cites 45000 Democrats voting in Allison primary
Colonel Brookhart claims 45,000 Democrats voted for Allison in a primary and argues Standpatters who backed Claud Porter last fall were Democrats, suggesting possible harmony in party lines. He says he can prove it if challenged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Brookhart
Allison
Claud Porter
Harmony
Standpatters Debate Dolliver Vice Presidential Bid
In Iowa the Standpatters mock Dolliver as a vice presidential candidate, claiming his election would trigger a fierce Senate battle. the speaker endorses the ensuing fight and urges letting them contend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Dolliver
County Voters Favor Warren Stewart in Clear Margin
In county sentiment Warren Stewart appears set for election by a wide margin, with observers predicting 200 to 800 votes. Supporters argue his record aligns with Progressive goals and urge continued backing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Stewart
Hull Pulls Narrow Lead in Nomination Race
Report notes Congressman Hull leads Prouty by about eighteen votes in a nomination contest with the total vote running into thousands, a tight margin given the large turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hull
Prouty
Senator Gore Recovers Partial Sight After Eye Operation
Oklahoma's Senator Gore, long blind for twenty seven years, has undergone surgery and regained partial vision in one eye as he recovers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Gore
Statesman
Oklahoma
Free samples for foot care advertised in Olmsted ad
Advertisement offers a powder for swollen tired feet and a free sample of Foot Ease Sanitary Corn Pad, described as a new invention. Address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY. A quoted maxim follows about wrinkles caused by worry and futility of worrying.
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Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
N Y
Quirky town tales and mishaps strike a noisy mood
Anecdotes recount a boy nicknamed Annie Redline for his size, a giantess called Annie Redline in memory, a buyer who cannot return a useless item, and a family satire about chewing tobacco and hats. A Standpatter joke ends in a collapsed caricature, while a carpet stretcher twists into a torn strip in a near tragedy.
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Annie Redline
Parker Shows
Annie
If Opportunity Calls for a Girl She Keeps Her Hair On
A humorous reflection notes that today a girl ignores opportunities until she fixes false hair, while a bulldog is indifferent to a clean shave showing a light social observation about vanity and persistence.
Fragmentary Prose Fragments and Social Snippets
A collection of aphorisms and casual observations reflecting social judgments, small town manners, and attitudes toward smokers introductions and intellect. The tone suggests miscellany notes rather than a single cohesive story with identifiable events or figures.
Man who wants little often gets all he seeks
A concise note reflects on desires, suggesting a man who wants little may secure all he seeks, while a small town millinery shop appears uniform and indistinct.
Town Preacher Remains In Place, Growth Stands Still
A local preacher, rooted in a small town, shows little personal growth as years pass. The steady routine and familiar surroundings keep him anchored, highlighting a paradox between commitment to community and limited change.
People Interrupt When You Are Busy
A reflective quote notes how people ask if you are busy but press on without waiting to know, intruding directly as they come ahead. The line captures the friction of interruptions and the unspoken expectation of attention.
Town Man Struggles to Ride Horse Back
A townsman is depicted attempting to ride a horse yet appears ineffectual and awkward. The scene captures a moment of humorous struggle as horse and rider contend.
Idle people and busy bodies mix in sharp irony
The remark notes that some individuals who should be active seem to lack tasks while others stay occupied, highlighting idle behavior and social expectations in a concise commentary.
Overdressed Woman Raises Fashion Debate
A provocative remark criticizes overdressing as distasteful, highlighting social expectations around attire and gender presentation in public spaces. The line sparks discussion about fashion norms and perceived propriety.
Farmers Avoid Crepe After Automobile Fatality
A terse local note reports few farmers wearing crepe on hats following the death of an automobilist, signaling restrained mourning in the rural community.
Belmont Passes Quietly in His Checks
A local obituary note remarks that O. H. P. Belmont died quietly, with little public mourning evident in the community as people reflect on his passing and his financial dealings.
Value of a Thing Sells Itself
A terse proverb asserts the true value lies with the seller yet warns that the buyer may still miss the point. The saying underscores commerce and perception in market exchanges.
Unclear Quote on Dollars and Vision
An observed remark notes people spotting better ways to earn money than to improve sight. It frames a discussion on financial clarity versus vision challenges without specific events or sources.
People Pretend to Be Firm in Their Convictions
A compact note observes that many individuals claim strong certainty in beliefs while their conduct shows uncertainty. The twist suggests social performance rather than fixed resolve. The piece hints at irony in public displays of assurance.
Foot down myth and credit for deeds questioned
The piece questions the pride of announcing permanence behind a firm stance and asks if one should correct others when credited for actions not theirs. It reflects on accountability and personal integrity in a concise, provocative voice.
Even High Heeled Shoes May Enclose Dirty Feet
A brief note suggests that even stylish footwear can trap dirt and grime inside, highlighting how fashion items may conceal cleanliness issues and the need for foot hygiene.
Street Faker Beliefs Tested Among Youth
A street faker's claims are weighed as guidance for youths, while comments warn against accepting every tale. The piece contrasts the appetite of a healthy boy with a mother's disinterest in waste, and notes adults' restraint in judging daytime actions versus nighttime dreams.
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J. H. Lathrop
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Republican Harmony
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