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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1900
Page
1
A Des Moines letter from November 24, 1900 discusses the Titus amendment causing public and press debate. It notes many state officeholders may resign or be replaced as courts decide the law, with February as the likely decision point. It condemns holding over beyond the amendment and hints at forthcoming political maneuvering.
The article notes Paris Exposition pricing for gold medals at 120, the University of Chicago also facing 120, and commentary on mercenary motives. Iowa figures Van Houten and Lockwood receive national roles, with tax relief for farm products debated. A Kentucky cash theft of 210,000 is mentioned along with a Galveston penny drive and a fatal shooting incident involving three boys after school.
The article reflects on the danger of guns even in the hands of men who feel danger and the concern for boys learning to shoot. It notes the sorrow for the living and the dead and the need to address fear and responsibility.
The note touts Rev. Irl R. Hicks and his yearly storm forecasts, claiming Galveston destruction validated his warnings. It promotes the 1901 Almanac, nearly 200 pages, as a premium for subscribers to Word and Works, with an offer to order from St Louis publishers. It also includes a testimonial for a lung balm and a dental sentence endorsing remedies.
The District Court of Sioux County Iowa appoints Andrew C Gibson as Executor of the estate of Robert Gibson deceased. Creditors must present claims legally authenticated for allowance. debtors must pay the estate. Dated November 17 1900 with publication on November 23 and 30 1900.
Job ad from Elgin Nurseries of Elgin Illinois seeking active agents in Boyden and nearby for selling a full line of hardy fruits shade and ornamental trees shrubs and more. Four plans with pay near forty unspecified per week or year and address given for applications.
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