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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1901
Page
2
Eir annual army mortality in Porto Rico drops to the lowest on record with no mismanagement evident, marking a rare improvement in the region's military health indicators.
A historical note lists vice presidents who succeeded to the presidency after the chief executive’s death. It cites John Tyler’s elapsed time as president, then Millard Fillmore, Andrew Johnson, Chester A. Arthur, and Theodore Roosevelt with durations ranging from about two to four years.
Secretary Gage states the tax reduction in the recent congressional bill lowered revenue by about 12 million dollars, not the projected 40 million. He cites early figures as accurate but notes higher business activity boosted the shortfall. Treasury accumulations have been kept in check by bond purchases.
Hon A B Cummins praises five years of debate on free coinage of silver saying it has annihilated opponents and proven Republican positions, claiming experience has vindicated GOP arguments and discredited Bryan and followers.
The Jasper county Republicans urge voters to support their ticket, praising candidate standing and warning Democrats against scratching names. They accuse Democrats of old schemes to manipulate voters and claim electoral success would follow.
Distress grows among political foes as Candidate Phillips faces a faltering hand-shaking campaign and weak set of interviews. Observers note poor reception and limited traction in early voter contact.
Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil is described as life giving for many, restoring appetite and easing food burdens. It promises plumper health, renewed energy, and lighter daily work, claiming it makes food tolerable. Free samples are offered by Scott & Bowne, with pricing at 50 cents and 1 dollar through druggists.
The speaker claims to have strong mental and spiritual effort, rejects hostility to free silver, and asserts A B Cummins outperforms him. He predicts an unprecedented Republican majority this fall, despite ignoring the Kansas City platform.
JN notes Congressman Lacey urging that republican policy has always fulfilled duty and trusted future events to vindicate it. He cites McKinley taking the Philippines and argues circumstances prevented withdrawal, stating ongoing effort is needed and that the islands may not be relinquished in time.
The piece warns that Republican candidates are favored to win county races by large margins but cautions against over-confidence. Democrats plan to mobilize a full party vote, so Republicans must actively get out every vote on election day.
O R Larson of Bay Villa Sundays River Cape Colony runs a valley store supplying broad goods. He serves farmers within thirty miles and has supplied Chamberlain's remedies. He notes within the past year fourteen of about sixty residents within a mile were absolutely cured by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, a local record. For sale by Wagley and Smead, druggists.
Charlie Russell of Townsend Russell advertises a sharp deal on a 160 acre farm three miles from Anita. Improvements are solid, water ample, fruit, well cultivated land. Price fifty five dollars per acre. Contact Charlie Russell in Anita promptly for Jasper county buyers.
Promotional travel notice from John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago. Nickel Plate Road offers round trips at 13.00 valid 15 days and 16.00 valid 20 days. Three daily vestibuled sleeping car trains with dining cars pricing meals from 3 cents to 1 dollar.
A. M. Hoppe of Rio Creek Wisconsin credits Chamberlains Cough Remedy with saving his nine year old son from a severe croup attack. He says the child could not speak before treatment and recovered after taking the remedy. For sale by Wagley and Smead druggists.
Tickets will sell each Tuesday Thursday and Saturday during October to the Buffalo Pan American Exposition and return at 6 dollars. Return limit is five days from date of sale. Longer limits available at higher rates. Three daily trains from Chicago Passenger Station Van Buren Street and Pacific Avenue City Ticket Office 111 Adams Street Chicago.
The Richards Mill will continue operating with two first class millers George Blair and Samuel Flickenger in charge. Accounts on the books must be balanced after the death of Adrian Richards. Prompt responses to statements are expected. The milling property is for sale by S. Richards & Co.
New stock of wedding and party invitations just received at this office. The very latest designs offered at reasonable prices for all occasions.
An old advertisement claims Rector cures piles with a “pile pipe” free per package. It promotes a positive written guarantee no cure no pay, 50 cents, samples free, and mentions Wagley & Smead druggists and Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo. Rail excursion tickets to Buffalo offered by Chicago Great Western Railway with all rail options to Chicago Detroit or Cleveland.
A resident of Cherokee Iowa, C F Collier, suffered a severe kidney attack and back pain. Electric Bitters cured his trouble, purifying his blood and restoring health. Available at Westbrook Geise's drug store for 50 cents.
A downtown notice promotes Neel's Bakery for lunch and highlights a fair week at the Hub Grocery and Market in the Opera House Block offering groceries and meats.
The RECORD announces a one year joint subscription deal with the Des Moines Weekly Capital. Both papers can be received for 1.20 dollars. Readers are invited to subscribe to the RECORD under this limited offer.
Ex postmaster F Anthony of Promise City Iowa touts Mystic Cure for rheumatism claiming one bottle plus two bottles of it helped more than any medicine. Advertisement notes druggist Arthur L Kennedy Newton sells it and promotes The Record printing services at low prices with commercial printing and fancy programs. Also mentions 5 percent money at optional payments and subscription to The Record.
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by New Great American Kidney Cure. It relieves pain in bladder kidneys and back for male or female and constrains water retention almost instantly. Quick relief and cure promised. Sold by A. L. Kennedy, druggist, Newton, Iowa.
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