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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1905
Page
4
Oliver J Smith editor notice filed June 3 1903 atFldora Iowa as second class matter under act of Congress March 3 1879 one year six months notice and mailing details partial readable from postal records
A long critique notes Roosevelt will not seek a third term while editors and speakers like La Follette, La Toilette, and Dolliver draw pay from Iowa tours, railing at reformers, press influence, and the growing market for public lectures as politics becomes a paid entertainment.
In a public note readers are reminded Senator Titus concedes the four year term for county and township officers was part of the original plan. The article cites that supporters warned of heavy legislation and possible constitutional changes to perfect it, while opponents faced denials and derisive scorn. It notes the amendment’s narrow approval and questions public understanding. It ends by remarking on campaign chatter and a sale ad for encyclopedias.
An editorial collage satirizes politicians and public figures from hallmarks like Hall Caine to Taft, Jerome, Edison, Lipton, and McClellan. It touches on crops, prosperity, revolved power, and international issues, with wry observations about US politics, journalism, and society.
Cedar posts are the only lasting posts and are sold only by Davis and Moser, indicating a sole distributor arrangement for durable fencing material.
The Britt Iowa Tribune laments public rate setting by government and compares newspapers to railroads. It questions who should fix advertising, wages, and subscription prices, arguing only a newspaper man or railroad man can balance public and corporate interests amid fierce competition.
DeWitt and Co of Chicago developed a salve from Witch Hazel for piles and skin ailments. The product treats blind bleeding itching and protruding piles eczema and minor wounds with claims of superiority over counterfeit imitations sold by Smith & Reed.
Real estate notice describes 800 acres for sale in Emmons county North Dakota at a bargain. Seller J D Newcomer invites interested buyers to visit and learn details in person.
J B Taylor of Chriesman Texas claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure restored his health after weak stomach caused weight loss and weakness. He says four bottles fully recovered his strength and weight and that the product digests what you eat. Sold by Smith Reed.
An investment of 78 in advertising space in two agricultural publications yielded 2400 for a farm boy selling seed corn. It was his first publicity purchase and he learned the value of printers ink, proving advertising reaches town buyers and neighboring customers.
No unpleasant effects claimed for DeWitts Little Early Risers used for biliousness or constipation. The pills cleanse the liver and rid the system of bile without harsh side effects, sold by Smith and Reed.
The essay argues that true workers and thinkers defy mere letters, contrasting genius with worldly practicality. It links prophecy, madness, and social reception, noting how great minds are often undervalued in life yet celebrated after death. It cites Mirabeau and Taine to claim that abnormal personality features reveal genius, with practical insights emerging from these studies.
Robert Hichens argues that most women are not typical in seeking freedom from men. He notes many strong women prefer guidance from a firmer, masculine authority and doubts the widespread overturning of male dominance. He contends the majority would resist changing sex to gain freedom and laments weak men who assume domination.
Old and new product pitches advertise One Minute Cough Cure for children, health warnings about coughs and croup, deafness cure claims for catarrh, Hall's Catarrh Cure with money-back offer, and constipation pills.
Notice opens the last will of Benjamin Walton late of Mardin county. The district court at Vidora sets Tuesday October 3 1905 for hearing proof of the will. Witness I M Lockwoop clerk September 21 1908 with first Sept 25 last Oct 7 publication.
Notice to creditors and debtors that on September 20 1005 the district court of Hardin County Iowa appointed Wm UW Mone as executor of William Montz deceased. Debts should be paid to the executor and claims presented to the court for allowance. First publication September 28 last publication October 7.
Notice of application in Hardin county Iowa district court by J D Reed registered pharmacist number 3833 for permit to buy keep and sell intoxicating liquors for lawful purposes under firm Smith Reed. Petition to be heard at the October 1905 term in Eldora Hardin county Iowa opening October 8 1905. First publication September 23 last publication October 7
In Hardin county district court 1905 intervention by Mary and Thomas Clayton executors seeks authorization to mortgage twelve thousand dollars on the east half of the southeast quarter section eight the south half of the northwest quarter and the southwest quarter of section nine township eight north range twenty one west of the fifth principal meridian to pay estate debts and provisions of the will. Defendants urged to appear by noon on the second day of the next term October term and failure to appear will result in default and decree. Birdsall Birdsall attorneys for plaintiffs first publication September 23 last publication October 14
The district court of Hardin County Iowa prints a sheriff sale notice for foreclosure of mortgage in a case with plaintiff M M Mulford against Mary W Kogks and others. The property is the southwest quarter of the northeast quarter section 17 township 87 range 2 west. Sale occurs October 1 at the Eldora courthouse. Sheriff Mitterer presides. First publication September 4, last October 7.
In Hardin county Iowa district court notices are issued by Chas O Ryan receiver of Hardin County Telephone System. Creditors must file written under oath their claims against the receiver or funds by October 20 1905 at Eldora or with the district clerk. Public notice urges all interested parties to govern themselves accordingly.
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