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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
4
A noisy column urges voting in August primaries and critiques political figures while discussing land openings, crop markets, a proposed relocation of the state capital, bank politics, and tariff debates. The piece reflects local concerns, candidate mentions, and economic notes from the period.
Lincoln faces many empty storefronts since prohibition began. Former tenants linger as saloonkeepers seek next year’s reopening, some paying high rents to secure prime locations. A lawyer drafted a lease betting on Lincoln’s return of saloons, with sizeable forfeits if not.
The text questions whether the principle of no taxation without representation holds in modern America. It asks how much representation taxpayers actually have and criticizes Massachusetts senators for blocking taxpayer interests.
The piece argues that tax payers are poorly represented by legislators and that instead powerful interests drive votes. It criticizes Nebraska figures and praises reform and candidate M. Archer for Cass County judge, claiming he will deliver fair treatment irrespective of party or creed.
The Des Moines Register notes a raise for the A and A president to 285 900 dollars per year. It cites how the president’s pay has climbed in recent years and mentions the involvement of representatives in the discussion.
The piece accuses state officials of dodging repayment totaling 42000 dollars after the fall election, alleging funds were spent to aid Taft’s state campaign with little for Nebraska candidates. It cites The Lincoln News urging consistency with insurgents, praising steadfast delegates and criticizing shifting loyalties. It also discusses tariff hikes under Payne Aldrich, warning higher wool prices could reach 64 percent, urging Cass county to oppose such a law.
The Republican estate committee instructed a member to collect hack ascendments from the prevent Republican, indicating internal procedural actions within the party structure.
The passage notes William J Bryan's early advocacy of an income tax and the widespread rejection by Republicans as anarchist. It contrasts with Taft later proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish income tax, asking if he shares Bryan's alleged anarchism and accusing critics of abuse and misrepresentation in American politics.
An old advertisement claims stomach heart and kidney nerves fail when weak inside nerves. It advises against drugs and promotes Dr Shoop’s Restorative as a preparation to strengthen these nerves and improve health, with claims it is sold by all dealers.
Farm listing describes 160 acres located six miles north of Clarks Nebraska with 110 acres under cultivation. Ten acres in alfalfa, rest in meadow and pasture. Includes good house barn granary crib cattle shed and a spring near the house. Ny trade Geo A Agnew Central City Neb.
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