Democratic rift in county hinted by Anamosa Journal attack
The Anamosa Journal editors oppose Hogan’s sheriff bid, prompting talk of party leaders’ displeasure. Voters weigh Hogan Finnigan and Miller as primary choices while Northrop garners Monticello support for county treasurer. Female suffrage and a strong Republican contest loom as primaries approach. A hotel milk case cites four percent butter fat standard with a $25 fine.
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Anamosa
Democratic County Central. Committee
Finnigan
O. K
Boss Moore
Mr. Hogan
Miller
State Food and Dairy Department
Hse
Meredith and Democratic Loyalty in Iowa Politics
The piece argues that party switches are common and that Meredith gains Democratic support in Iowa despite past Republican ties. It notes that voters accept allegiance to Jefferson and Jackson over pedigree and criticizes Chicago papers Tribune and Herald for bias, suggesting their influence is limited to Chicago and sensationalism harms Roosevelt’s bid.
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Meredith
Democratic Party
Jefferson
Jackson
Iowa
Roosevelt
Chicago
Tribune and Herald
James J. Hill Dies at 78 in St Paul Rail Magnate
James J. Hill, an active progressive and wealthy railway magnate, died in St Paul at age 78. He rose from poverty through foresight and hard work, turning railroads into new settlements and attracting settlers who farmed the land feeding the lines.
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James J. Hill
St. Paul
Hill
Primary Candidate Pictures Draw Voter Notice
A Springville Irishman comments on Linn county primary candidate pictures printed in papers. He mocks the images as unattractive or poorly printed but urges readers to vote for any candidate who did not print their photo. The remark reflects voter frustration with campaign visuals.
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Linn County
Springville
Hughes on Preparedness Warns of Peace and Defense
Sioux City Journal notes Justice Hughes addressed a New York Republican club on January 31 1908. He defended peace but urged adequate defense and a strong army and navy, contrasting Roosevelt’s 1904 stance favoring pacific ideals with current needs for national defense and preparedness.
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Sioux City Journal
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Republican Club
New York City
New York
Hughes
Col. Roosevelt
Northrop Seeks Monticello Backing for County Treasurer
Olin Recorder notes C J Northrop of Monticello, a Republican candidate for county treasurer. He is praised as a popular city clerk with the best kept books. Some voters feel a ten year tenure by the current treasurer should end, supporting Northrop for the post.
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C.J. Northrop
Monticello
Inez
Northrop
His Only Hope The Country Newspaper
William Allen White extols the country newspaper as a democratic thread binding town life He praises intimate notices from weddings to obituaries and baby names and argues outsiders misjudge these modest papers as provincial, missing their reflection of God's world.
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May Harpers
Grover
Theodore
Woodrow
Country Club
California Limited
Tile Country
Hughes Seen As Leading Republican Hope In 1910 Primaries
The Nation notes Hughes as a prominent public figure with a progressive stance and vigor in public service. It highlights his 1908 statements of beliefs and his appeal among Republicans as a strong hopeful this year, with Oregon’s primary seen as significant though not conclusive.
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Borah
Washington
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Oxford Junction Mirror on Henry Vollmer Speech Bias
The Times suggests inviting Henry Vollmer of Davenport to speak at the town Fourth of July celebration. The piece notes Vollmer’s recent speech at a Chicago Peace Parley stirred dissension, arguing it disqualifies him from addressing the public for an American holiday.
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Oxford Junction Mirror
Jones County
Vollmer
Chicago
Not Keen for Wilson in El Paso Talks
Lafe Young reports that in El Paso many intelligent men oppose President Wilson. They say stronger border action would have shortened the conflict and that Mexicans view Americans as cowards, a sentiment echoed broadly with no malice.
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Des Moines
el Paso
Wilson
Paso
Aberdeen Report Highlights President’s Cautious Debating Style
The Aberdeen News notes the president favors argument over decisive action, arguing a point in response to German replies while core U S contentions have been conceded by Germany, reflecting cautious reconciliation in diplomacy.
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Aberdeen News
United States
Teutons
William J Bryan Stirs Backlash Across Campaigns
In a letter, Marion Register recalls how supporters once praised William J. Bryan during the 1896 1900 and 1908 campaigns while the St Louis Globe-Democrat notes that age is cushioned by wealth.
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Marion Register
Wm.j. Bryan
William J. Bryan
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Funston in disguise sought to capture Villa
The Kansas City Star notes it may be necessary to deploy General Funston in disguise to capture the revolutionary Villa, signaling a drastic, unconventional tactic amid the pursuit.
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Kansas City
Gen. Funston
Villa
Is this daughter modern or a stage temptress in decline
Leslie’s Weekly questions whether young women follow seductive stage fashion and leisure amid criticism of dress, vanity, and modern nightlife. It contrasts a daughter’s image with family lineage, asking readers to judge whose portrait a man of real worth would prefer.
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Leslie’s Weekly
Ford Helps Smith Exit Trenches Ahead of Christmas
In a brief note from the New York World, Henry Ford aided Senator William Alden Smith by securing his release from political trenches before Christmas.
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New York World
Henry Ford
William Alden Smith
Christman
Town City motorcycle crash claims teen life in grisly accident
Arlo Fairall, 17, was fatally injured in a motorcycle crash near Town City after a collision with another vehicle. The article lists a string of local obituaries, society notes, and small town happenings from Anamosa to Dubuque with multiple named individuals and places.
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Town City
Akiddad
Farmera
Jadar
Rayapos
Anamosa Fairodirectora
Flamens Hall
W. J. Bryan
Craerehantauqua
Ife Ia
No Sunday School Picnic To Beat Woodrow Wilson
Brief note from Carroll Herald stating there will be no Sunday school picnic to oppose Woodrow Wilson in the drive for a second term. The terse item suggests limited event planning amid ongoing political campaigning.
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Carroll Herald
Woodrow Wilson
Eyes tested and glasses fitted by Dr Blubler
Eye examination completed and eyeglasses fitted for patient by Dr L G Blubler.
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L. G. Blubler
Lumber and home upgrades highlight eclipse corner note
In Omaha observations the author notes widespread new homes, coal chutes, and cedar shingles. The piece mentions Depot Cafe bell pranks, a planned fair bell act, and local interest in Peerless fencing and Whitby pins. It urges ordering screens to keep insects away and praises cedar roofing options.
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Omaha
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Depot Cafe
Plate
Pearleas Fance
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