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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1909
Page
2
The item surveys fluctuating income tax policy and upcoming county happenings. It notes the G A R reunion at Weeping Water, a Plattsmouth vs Weeping Water ball game, M W A log rolling in Union, and State Fair band performances in Lincoln. It also covers political commentary on Taft Payne Aldrich tariff and Civil War era slavery debates, with local gossip and public concerns.
Since June 1 when Mr. Pilkington took charge Granitold walks and stone foot crossings replaced old wooden walks. A diverse crowd gathered to enjoy Dexter merchants discounts aided by a negro string band. Contests judged the leanest couple largest family and biggest feet alongside corn apples potatoes and eggs with winning corn at 14 feet 10 inches.
The article notes Governor Shallenberger visiting next Thursday to speak to old pioneers, talks of a Platte River wagon bridge near town, and mixed views on its business impact. It also discusses tariff politics, costs rising on clothing, sugar, and staples, and the Payne Aldrich Taft measure amid national criticism.
The Fowler letter signals Speaker Cannon may struggle to keep the Republican majority united in the next session. Fowler, a powerful backer, opposes currency reform favored by the GOP. Mayor Cashman and W B Price set a September 9 temperance debate at the State Fair auditorium, expected to draw large crowds, with University Place temperance groups co-sponsoring the event. Dahlman’s strong stance promises a combative clash, making the fair a major attraction.
Dexter Iowa experiments with W J Pilkington of Des Moines as absolute head of town business for seven months. July 1909 sales rose 47 percent from last year and mayor Allen T Percy says the town’s spirit and streets improve while merchants observe city methods in country stores. Lawn contests encourage neat properties and coaster culture spreads through the town.
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