Reporter notes from Royden weekly column
The Reporter by P H McCarty appears as a Friday publication from Royden Louisiana. The item is filed as second class matter at the Boyden post office.
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Newspaper
Reporter
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1897
Page
4
The Reporter by P H McCarty appears as a Friday publication from Royden Louisiana. The item is filed as second class matter at the Boyden post office.
The Buffalo gathering of Grand Army of the Republic veterans rekindles Civil War memories and honors past sacrifices while contrasting today’s youth with the war era. Secretary John Sherman faces circulating rumors about his mental state amid a political taunt from foes and a defense of his long career.
The piece critiques populist leaders in South Dakota and Nebraska for pressing their full platform on former allies. It notes Republicans and Democrats watching former Populists switch sides or abandon party ties as populist influence wanes. The text ends with an advertisement for Begg's Hair Renewer claiming to regrow hair.
Hon G F Rinehart the Democratic candidate for State Superintendent will address a gathering in Alton Iowa at 2 p m on Monday September 6 seeking support for his campaign and policy agenda.
The Americans termed the group the Honduras syndicate and allege it has secured absolute control of Honduras trade for the United States. It will pay Honduras a stated sum, collect taxes, and settle the foreign debt on schedule. The syndicate also holds a near monopoly on railroad construction and operation, expected to generate revenue to justify the responsibility.
Speed cleanliness and safety of naphtha launches draw government notice. An officer is sent to Pennsylvania oil fields to collect data to test running marine engines with oil as fuel. If successful, a major shift in shipboard power could occur.
Editor Scott of the Doon Press sues Editor Killian of the Alvord Democrat for criminal libel but the case is nolle pressed after Killian swore he was in error. The remark about Killian’s nerve as an umpire adds a pointed postscript to the legal episode.
Railroad announces travel dates for excursions including the Tennessee Centennial Exposition in Nashville May 1 to October 1 and the G A R encampment at Clear Lake Spirit Lake and Madison South Dakota. Also lists Sioux City republican judicial convention Davenport Grand Lodge meeting Des Moines Peoples Party convention Buffalo and Home Seekers trips with monthly Tuesday departures. Contact C W Jacobs for details.
List of uncalled letters at the Boyden Iowa post office includes H F Garfield R Kahler G Slothomwer Frank Owen W T Machesney. Call for these letters and mention advertised. John C Pryde P M Patronize your home town by buying your furniture of Shimp Boyden.
The Illinois Central Railroad introduces cafe cars on western routes from August 8 serving breakfast on Train No 2 and supper on Train No 1 between Dubuque and Chicago. Cars will also operate between Iowa Falls and Dubuque on Trains 3 and 4 with a la carte meals, priced economy style.
An advertisement by M. Brink promotes Beggs' Diarrhea Balsam as an instant remedy for inflammation of the bowels claiming magical relief and immediate sale.
A preview of a new novel by Mrs. Van Rensselaer Cruger traces a Massachusetts girl from youth to social leadership. She rises through Boston Newport England New York and finally captures Boston in a sweeping study of American fashionable life across major cities. The first chapter begins in September Cosmopolitan.
A 19th century style ad explains using a urine test to detect kidney issues and promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy. It cites symptoms like back pain frequent urination and urine affecting linen, then claims cure for kidney bladder liver and urinary problems. Sold by druggists for fifty cents to one dollar with sample and pamphlet offered by mail.
Passenger and freight schedule details show westbound and eastbound trains. The timetable lists No 73 No 95 passenger and mixed trains with specific departure times and freight trains No 4 No 74 No 06 with their durations and p m listings.
Mayor M. Brink treasurer E. Lanning recorder J. A. Tuttle street commissioner F. L. Starkweather marshal O. P. Meredith and councilmen L. Morse J. Hoog Lou Lowry Wm. Shimp C. Be Work and R. Lubbers. Council meets the first Monday of every month.
UniteD Presbyterian with Rev. J. M. Acheson leads Sabbath school at 10, morning service at 11, evening service, and Y P C U before the evening. REFFor med Church with Rev. G. Bouma preaches at 9 30 and 9, Sunday school at 2 30, Young People at 7 36, catechetical classes Thursday and Saturday, teachers meeting Friday. Meritopist with Rev. H. J. Torsey holds Sunday school at 10, morning service at 11, class meeting at 12, evening service at the usual hour. all invited.
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