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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1897
Page
4
The Newton Record notes President McKinley takes to the water for a rest as office seekers swarm the scene. It observes this country changes rulers with the season and hints at potential war with Cuba Crete or the Transvaal if tensions rise, leaving many disappointed.
The Inflammable Register devotes the main editorial page to explaining and apologizing for a piece that appeared the previous day, detailing the reasons behind the prior publication and offering context.
Farmers with stock enjoy high prices this spring as cattle and hogs fetch good market values. All products sell well except corn oats and potatoes, which lag in Jasper county, where staple crops underperform.
Legislators intensify work on the Code and grow to respect the Code Commission. They realize that election to office does not grant the same professional knowledge as a lifelong study and practice in a learned field.
The piece argues that Silverites misread Chicago and other municipal results as wins for free coinage. It contends those elections were decided on local issues or candidate merit, with Chicago rebuking a venal political machine.
The passage notes critics from Des Moines papers and comments by Clarkson and Young about Michigan binding, Iowa farmers burning corn for fuel, and the Leader’s rise in prominence amid daily coverage in local Republican papers.
A Des Moines Leader joke piece notes a large waste basket placed near the editorial desk to handle incoming news items. It boasts 24 inches deep and 15 inches diameter, promising to absorb manuscripts while promising no disruption to readers.
The American Protective Tariff League released an official print of the Dingley Tariff within hours of House approval on March 31. The broad Republican platform interpretation should be studied by every voter. Readers may obtain a copy free by mailing a postal card requesting No. 379 to W. F. Wakeman, Genl. Sec., 1385 West 23d St., New York.
Notice states that Sylvester E. Hinshaw is granted his own time and authority to make contracts and collect debts owed to him, signed by W. E. Hinshaw.
A long discussion advocates building a statewide network of durable permanent roads financed by government bonds and local taxes. It argues a small levy now could save millions annually, spur manufacturing in Iowa, reduce road costs, and end inefficiencies with a national finance bureau or private loans. The piece cites W Rhawn and quotes the need to avoid rising taxes while improving roads and economy.
A compilation of property transfers shows A F Bemis selling lots 6 and 7 to John McRae in Metz survey, and multiple deeds involving Colfax, Baxter, Newton, and Galesburg areas. Notable entries include Ezra J Cardela acquiring from E Schulenberg, John G Watson transferring part of lot 8 to John E Mowry, and several transactions in 3-78-21 and 4-79-17 sections with varied sums. The list notes prices such as 3000, 500, 800, 4000 dollars and totals for various parcels, concluding with Burns as a seed supplier.
In Rushville Mr. Martin of Kellogg preached at Rev Borts place last Sunday. The Sunday school reorganized with Miss Ida Morris as superintendent and Robert Wilson as assistant, Wm. Powder as secretary and treasurer, and Mrs. Nannie Monday as organist and chorister. Miss Mary Lister of Newton to teach spring term starting next Monday. Epworth League Easter program planned for April 18. Miss Mabel Knight of Grinnell visiting. Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Williams with W. T. Loupee last Sunday. Fanny Wilson to remain in Newton for studies at Newton Normal College. Karl’s Clover Root Tea advertised as laxative, cleansing and easy to take, 25 cents, Wagley & Smead will sell.
John Gibson and Co. prospect for coal on J. L. Sims farm while Indians camp near Metz catching many minks and skunks. The Metz school will close this week with Mr. Stanton teaching the next term. Local notices include Ella Wakefield at Wilson Adah B. Sims at Sugar Grove Jesse Tripp at Rora baugh and Anna Morissey at Phillips. Mrs. A Sveen of Alton Illinois credits Chamberlains Pain Balm with a complete cure for sciatic rheumatism after eight months of relief attempts. The 25 and 50 cent sizes sold by Wagley and Smead.
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