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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1905
Page
4
A column of editorial squibs and satirical notes references June 8 1993 events in Eldora and global affairs. It lampoons figures like Ida Tarbell John D Rockefeller and Secretary Wilson while joking about Milwaukee fines and Iowa reformers. The piece mocks politics and journalism with a stream of quips about Philadelphia mayor Weavers popularity and Davenport Times questions.
Gov LaFollette admits mentioning he would like to see President Fish hung up by the thumbs for two or three hours. The remark is contrasted with an Indiana editor’s claim that George Washington was an enthusiastic fisherman. If proven, the cherry tree tale would be withdrawn for not fitting a fisherman image.
The Webster City Freeeman Tribune notes that five decades ago equal numbers of men and women taught in schools, and a century earlier most teachers were men. It then asserts that today most teachers are women and claims schools are better than ever.
The Des Moines News argues the next governor should be more than a standpat and tariff critic, needing Iowa concerns in the campaign. It cites talk of Tama Jim Wilson’s potential resignation, questioning the source and implying distrust of public service figures. The piece questions Republican critics and warns against casting doubt on a once faithful public servant.
Col W H Rossington of Topeka, noted railroad fighter and traction expert, argues against expanding Interstate Commerce Commission rate making. He warns it could cause commercial chaos and says current powers are ample if used fairly. The interview cites various political and economic quips from the era.
The text quips that Gov Lafollette may decline the U.S. Senate seat offered by the Wisconsin legislature, calling him a peculiar sort of person. It highlights Roosevelt being notified of a find and jokes about Rockefeller, Tarbell material, and Japanese envoys as liberal with tips.
Warning against catarrh ointments containing mercury and urging prescriptions only. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney Co Toledo Ohio, claiming internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Includes testimonial offer and price per bottle, with a side note for Hall's Family Pills.
A Pendleton era notice recounts Mrs. W. S. Nutting praising Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney complaints after years of backache and persistent attacks. The ad lists Foster-Kilburn Co as sole US agents and urges readers to remember the name Dean's. It also suggests Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for mother-in-law issues, priced at 35 cents by Starr Deng Co.
Bilow rates to St Paul Minneapolis and return via Chicago Great Western railway. Tickets on sale daily to September 30 with final return by October 31. Also low rates to Minnesota North Dakota Colorado Utah and Wyoming points. Apply to agents. Starr Drug Co offers Rocky Mountain Tea claims of skin benefits.
Soothing and cooling salve that heals without a scar claims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. It draws out irritation and soothes cuts burns and bruises, offering cure for piles and skin diseases while warning against dangerous counterfeits sold by Smith & Reed.
Advertising copy claims a guaranteed cure for all forms of piles including itching and protruding types. It promises a refund if no cure within 14 days and offers first relief from initial use. Product is sent postpaid by Paris Medicine Co. St. Louis, Missouri, for 60 cents or can be purchased via druggists with stamps.
The Crescent Lumber Co files in Hardin County District Court claiming ownership of lots four through seven in block three of Eldora original town. The petition argues the plaintiff holds fee simple title despite claims by Martha Nichols and others, seeks quiet title and relief, and warns defendants nonresidents to appear by the next term or default will be entered.
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