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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
4
The paper publishes all official Board of Supervisors proceedings in full. A notice notes subscribers in Mills County will be paid up in advance, with a focus on the simato printed tag date and related details.
Political notices reveal Ekeraby announcing candidacy for the Republican sheriff nomination in Mills County with primary day June 2. A. S. Edwards also declares for the same Republican sheriff nomination subject to the June 2 primary.
The Republican electors of Mills County announce a candidate for the nomination as county attorney on the Republican ticket subject to the outcome of the primary on June 2.
C G Green of Woon announces candidacy for the nomination as representative to the state legislature from Mills County district pending the primary election on June 2, 1908. The filing signals intent to compete in the forthcoming vote.
S. M. Criswell announces candidacy for county auditor in Mills County. The statement notes the election is subject to Republican primaries and mentions the upcoming primary on June 2, 1908.
Clyde Rhoads announces candidacy for reelection to the office of recorder in Mills County subject to the June 2 1908 primary election. The declaration names the candidate and specifies the election date and office.
Charles Haynil announces his candidacy for Mills County treasurer as a Republican, subject to the June 2 primary.
Mills County voters are asked to consider W M Moore and Rachel M Dolps for the Republican nomination for county superintendent, with primary day set for June 2, 1908. Both candidates urge GOP voters to decide at the upcoming primary.
A. C. Gourly declares candidacy for the nomination of clerk for Mills County voters in the upcoming primary on June 2. He emphasizes qualifications and dedication to public service while seeking support from Republican voters.
A statewide primary is set for Tuesday June 2 with polling from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The notice urges farmers and all citizens to vote, stressing the importance of civic participation in state affairs and both primary and general elections.
The article discusses an Iowa primary proposal to test direct democracy in selecting a senator. It argues the majority party normally elects the senator, and frames Allison as the preferred candidate while referencing Governor Curr and other political figures of the time.
The passage argues for Senator Allison’s re election praising his established Senate leadership and Roosevelt aligned policies. It criticizes Governor Cummins as unreliable and opportunistic citing his past desertions to liquor interests and broken promises regarding Allison's seat. It claims Iowa could replace Allison with steadier partisan timber rather than a disruptor.
The Glenwood papers question bonding the county for 875000 to build a new court house, noting the old building is in poor condition and overcrowded. They cite past assurances of safety, recount 1907 repairs totaling 852.82, and argue against adding more tax burdens during hard times.
The near end of the preprimary period shows candidates moving through the county and meeting voters. Early indications suggest broad reach as many supporters expect chances to meet most contenders before ballots.
The piece urges voters to study eleven candidates with renouncements and announcements, noting many share similar claims. It lists single-contest offices with clear choices and names Dolph Moore Edwards Bushnell Greenwood Judson as examples, and emphasizes voting from 1 PM to 8 PM.
The Republicans of the Fifteenth Judicial District of Iowa will meet in a delegate convention at Council Bluffs on June 30, 1908 at 11 o’clock a.m. in the south court room to nominate a candidate for District Court and conduct other business. County conventions will select delegates and adjust dates. the district shares representation among Harrisons, Shelby, Audubon, Av a, Pottawattamie, Mills, and other counties as listed. The Republican Judicial Committee of the 15th District, Iowa, issued the notice dated May 7, 1906, signing D. E. Stuart, Chairman, and W. C. Ratoline, Secretary.
The Mills County Board of Supervisors orders a special election for June 22, 1908 to decide issuing seventy five thousand dollars in bonds for a new courthouse on the public square in Glenwood. Voters may approve an annual tax not to exceed two mills for ten years to pay principal and interest. Polls open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at usual polling places. Dated Glenwood May 13, 1998. Seal of Mills County Auditor B T. Agan.
Charles FP Budabn of Tracy California writes that his luckiest day was buying Bucklen's Arnica Salve He says two 25c boxes cured years of itching piles that resisted all other treatments The product is sold under guarantee at C S Royces drug store.
The Treasurer of the Henderson Independent School District invites sealed bids for three million dollars in school house bonds due with details available from Treasurer M. C. Harover. Also notes regional fever and malaria claims and promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy at O. & Royce's drug store.
Clinton May 27. Mrs Hannah Snell, daughter-in-law to Colonel Tom Snell, testified to his violent temper and profane language. She described his abuse of her and her children and recalled clashes over gifts to Mabel Snell McNamara. Dr Meyers noted Snell’s remark that women had cost him a quarter of a million dollars.
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw, through counsel, withdrew her suit to annul her marriage to Harry K. Thaw. The motion, approved by Referee Deyo, discontinued the case without costs. Daniel O'Reilly stated Mrs Thaw had been an unwilling party from the start and withdrew to remain loyal amid family pressure.
The Northern Baptist convention in Oklahoma City passed a resolution commending anti slavery groups and urging U.S. and world action via the treaty in force to curb white slave traffic. It also endorsed the anti saloon league and condemned child labor greed. An executive committee report provided for distributing 1 500 000 dollars for religious work this year.
In West Baton Rouge parish two convicts Charles Davis and Will Lewis attempted a bold escape from a convict camp. One guard, W. H. Boatner, was killed, and guards Davie Comeaux and J. V. Leroy were wounded. Davis and Lewis were shot and recaptured.
In a May electrical storm near New Hampton Missouri George Blessing and Claude Blessing sons of George Blessing living a mile south of town were struck while trying to rescue chickens and died. Jacob Durand of Falls City drowned while reaching for his hat swept into a creek.
An inquest near Sunbury, Pennsylvania, confirmed the body is B. M. Bloom a bank clerk who vanished three weeks ago after a $10,000 shortage was discovered. The unidentified corpse was found in the creek near Sunbury.
In Tuscaloosa on May 27 Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota addressed the Alumni association during the commencement exercises. He spoke on Landmarks of American Liberty outlining themes of constitutional rights and civic duty before the graduates.
Rev. H. Glasgow longtime Woodson Illinois Presbyterian pastor drowned at the village while rescuing his son who was overcome by cramps during bathing. The tragedy occurred May 27 as the father acted to save his child, leaving a loss to his church and community.
Governor Buchtel issued a requisition for 8 W Morris alias Frank Shercliff, under arrest in Michigan, wanted at Leadville on the charge of murdering saloon keeper John Wallace. The case dates back years and involves an arrest and interstate pursuit.
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