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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1904
Page
4
The Herald claims to offer advertisers the biggest list of bona fide yearly subscribers in Hardin County as a basis for contracts. It states inspectors verify subscriptions before approving advertising contracts.
A 1905 Iowa item announces a third district Republican convention to be held in Waterloo on May 4 for nominating a congressional candidate for 1905 and for selecting delegates to the national convention in Chicago. It lists counties and delegates per vote, with officials including Secretary and Chairman.
A Republican primary election is set for Hardin County Iowa on April 23 1904 to select delegates for the county convention in Eldora with a 11 o'clock start and for the state convention in Des Moines May 18 1904 and the congressional convention in Waterloo May 4 1904. Representation bases include one delegate at large per township and a block of delegates equal to twenty five votes or a fraction over twelve for A B Cummins governor. Polls open 2 pm to 7 pm in each township for the township committeemen election by the Republican County Central Committee with officers listed.
The Tearst bubble seems burst as the Town Legislature adjourns and no new laws will be made for two years. Waterloo residents see party bickering and a push for the law on state marshal remains shelved while census disputes and tax evasion concerns simmer. Senator Courtwright may stay on his side of the stream as Rankin keeps talking on state marshal reform.
The Eldora Herald voices fatigue over revisiting last year’s critical straw issue. It notes the Freeman-Tribune has halted the dispute since and would welcome the F T following suit and ending the matter.
The note to a bachelor and his reply hint at a lighthearted start, then the passage covers major measures from the Thirtieth General Assembly including drainage, inebriate asylum, juvenile court, educational appropriations, Polk county primary law, and a critique of legislative credit. It cites editorials from Webster City Freeman-Tribune and Union Star, notes about paper ownership, and views on Republican primary candidates and platform issues. The Herald urges a clear 1904 protection plank and trust in the state convention leaders.
The pepper throwing case was transferred to Justice Tomison's court after noon for a plea of guilty. F Ghoslin Jr faces $100 fine and Guy Wood $70 as an accessory. The court remitted half the first fine and $35 of the second for good behavior. The Alden Times notes relief and hope for upright conduct in the town.
A reflective critique of Hardin county Democrats as a once flourishing force now scattered and weakened. The piece argues army success hinges on leadership and trusted authorities, drawing parallels to business and political groups. It suggests recent events hint at renewal despite decline.
Ackley World notes a decline in the Hardin democracy from 1338 votes in 1897 to 682 in 1901 and 813 in 1902, then under 900 in 1908. It criticizes the Rogers-Gethman faction as irresponsible rulers whose ruinous leadership serves as a cautionary object lesson.
The letter from Vinton Eagle discusses the Iowa political platform issue, arguing that the 1901 platform should be endorsed, criticizing calls to repudiate it, and noting Governor's address and Mr. Trunk’s role in the national delegation. It praises adopting a platform aligned with traditional Republican principles.
Promises immediate relief for coughs croup and lagrippe The medicine acts at the source of trouble not in the stomach It draws out inflammation heals and soothes and supposedly cures permanently by aiding lungs to supply oxygen Also noted as pleasant for both young and old Sold by Smith & Reed.
Board of Supervisors of Hardin County approves claims for printing and supplies, school books, stationery, postage, and county officers' needs. Includes entries for printing firms Boylan & Smith, Sargent Cupp, Maynard Mercill & Co, Acres Blackroar & Co, Kenyon Printing, National Publishing Co, Parrott Matt & Co, and Smith-Premler Typewriter Co, with amounts and line items across offices, bridges, jail, and pauper expenses. Strong entities include Hardin County, Boone Blink Book Co, Minnesota Disinfecting Co, C&NW Ry Co, Cr isp Ry Co, and townships Alden and Beechmont.
Fragmentary OCR lists rent for Ara boy and Mrs Lamprecht, groceries for Limprecht and Cumming, care of school VOOMS, labor on plat books, and various small items. Mentions Newcomer Jay and money advanced for freight and express. Indicates town public notices and school activities with scattered names and actions.
A drug store ad promotes Re-Go Tonic Laxative Syrup as pleasant for children. It claims the syrup treats dyspepsia constipation and biliousness, appealing to parents seeking a palatable medicine. Sold by Wilson Drug Co Eldora Iowa successors to Ellsworth Drug Co.
An old time medical advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a blood-boosting aid. It claims fat-rich cod liver oil nourishes bone marrow and spleen to improve pale blood associated with thin or invalid people. Free samples are offered.
The letter extols Dr B J Kay Renovator with claims of cure for constipation piles and liver and kidney health. It offers tablets at 26 cents 60 cents or 81 00 and invites readers to mail order or consult Dr Kay for free professional advice. correspondence to Dr B J Kay Medical Co Saratoga Springs NY.
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