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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1897
Page
4
The Newton Record lists Shepcard Puishing Co as publisher with yearly subscription 61.00 and advance aid of 1.50 per year.
The Republican call announces a delegate convention to be held in Cedar Rapids Iowa on Wednesday August 18 1897 at 11 a m The meeting will select delegates to the state convention and elect or confirm leaders for governor lieutenant governor judge of the supreme court and railroad commissioner Voters supporting Republican principles are urged to unite The ratio of representation allows one delegate per county plus additional delegates based on votes for Edwin S Congers in 1896 Jasper County is allocated 20 delegates G McMurray chair and M Trevorsor secretary
The county announces that Minnie Agnes Watsit will seek the office of county superintendent of schools, subject to the Jasper County Republican convention decision. The notice calls for party approval and lists the candidate seeking the position as RR. Corn.
Attention subscribers to the REconn. The annual price is 100 in advance, 1 paid in advance, with a late rate of 1.50 per year if not paid in advance. Do not misunderstand the policy as the top editorial notes it. Check the paper label for expiration and avoid extra expenses by paying on time.
The piece argues that young men joining politics abandon business aims, draining focus from their own interests. It notes many cases where political ambitions led to business decline, with rivals having more influence often prevailing.
A published critique claims Jim Weaver denies joining the Democratic party, arguing the rag-tag element allied with polilliam distorts democracy. The author insists the real Democratic party differs sharply from Weaver’s view, likening it to the north star and south pole.
The article notes a leading eastern manufacturing concern will not suspend operations this summer as it has in four prior years. It questions labor and political pressure tactics and accuses critics of hypocrisy for blaming Republicans while urging shutdowns. It suggests labor campaigns could backfire against those pushing worker layoffs.
The piece lampoons Horace Beies and his iron digestive organs as he refuses the popocratic dish with the silver spoon. It hints he has not yet determined his exact desires, but suggests that if he runs for office again he will seek a more buoyant platform than a 16 to 1 plank.
A Philadelphia preacher denounces bicycling to his congregation while Arkansas awaits a new heaven as Schwein furth plans a venture after attracting many suckers. Grinnell begins free mail delivery and Chicago Board of Education doodling is revealed. R. E. Morris replaces T. H. Winfrey as operator at the Runnells Telegram. Fred White limits Uncle Horace’s influence.
The town discusses Fred White as a gubernatorial candidate. While some papers supported his congress bid, his open Free Trade stance threatens Dems and risks alienating voters. Critics warn the stance could cost him enough votes to prevent election in Iowa.
The article notes improving times with full labor and busy factories, observes low but flexible wages, widespread spending, and rising passenger train travel as a barometer of public conditions. It cites a Christian Endeavor group sending large excursion trains west and references Secretary Gage praising the year's gold reserve and finances.
The article argues that from 1864 to 1878 the United States used greenbacks and national bank notes in parallel, with equal purchasing power. It claims greenbacks cost the government billions while national banks generated revenue, presenting a fiscal contrast and advocating a fair presentation of these facts amid partisan views.
The speaker notes a high gold reserve around 141 billion and predicts stability, arguing against a return to Democratic panic and deficit bonds. He urges continued Republican progress and calls for active work to support the recovery.
Miss Anna Porter returned home for vacation after teaching near Prairie City. Miss Mamie attended closing exercises at her school near Rushville. Mrs Emma Woods and children visited David Porter in Newton. Farmers south of town bought mowing machines. five passed through Friday. Will Fraker lost a valuable milk cow last week. Mr Janeway of Kellogg visited Will Fraker. Winnie Porter visits Newton with grandparents. Paul Phillipe attended commencement at the opera house. Miss M A Walsh, county superintendent, toured the area. Mrs Rose Brooks of Oskaloosa visited her parents, the Drews. S F Blakeley bought a six foot mower. Clyde Porter had a serious croup attack. Ada Adams died in Minneapolis. remains brought to Newton. The Adams family formerly Ada McCalmont. Community extends heartfelt sympathy. Charley Charlesworth delivered hogs to Newton. Will Fraker seeks a market for about 10,000 quarts of blackberry crop. Mrs George McFadden of Prairie City visiting Porter family.
In Fairmount Miss Daisy Haines closed a successful term at Excelsior school last Friday as Mamie Livingston Ethel Taylor Katie Livingston and Charlie Livingston presented her a ring on the last day of school. J G Volk’s house expected ready August 1. A hail event occurred Wednesday with notable impact.
The Iowa Central Railway sells excursion tickets at half rate on July 3, 4, and 5 between all stations. Tickets are valid for return through July 5. For full information, contact agents of Iowa Central Ry. Novelties in Summer Furnishings from Demorest's Magazine July issue offer guidance on new summer furniture with helpful photographs.
A descriptive pamphlet promotes special trains to Colorado on the Great Rock Island Route with inducements and full rate details. It offers the pamphlet free on application from John Sebastian, G. P. A. at Chicago.
Chicago Great Western offers a single fare round trip within two miles of selling stations for July 3 4 and 5 with return allowed to July 6. Take advantage for a holiday visit and celebration with family.
All parties wishing to participate in the Stagamuffin parade next Monday must meet at Wing's Mode Laundry at 9:30 a.m. Masking is available free of charge by calling John Manning.
Demorest's Magazine July issue highlights Queen Victoria with portraits at various ages and includes a valuable biography of her Majesty detailing her life and reign.
Special one way rates to Chicago and points East offered by Chicago Great Western Railway Maple Leaf Route on multiple dates in July and August. Read the Maple Leaf Ticket Agent before buying tickets. 4905
The July Midland Monthly from Des Moines presents Our Inland Seas by F. W. Fitzpatrick with a voyage across the great lakes and informative trip details. Grant's Life by Judge Emerson adds six views from Ft Vancouver on the Columbia. Miss Scott closes Across country via Van with a City of Mexico sketch. Tuskegee school by Booker T. Washington is pictured. Carothers describes Arizona cliff dwellers finds. Mrs. J B Clarkson contributes on Town Politics. frontispiece portraits Mrs. Clarkson. Many other features included.
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