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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1908
Page
2
The Waterloo Reporter lists subscription rates for daily and weekly editions, including per month and yearly carrier options, and outlines a change of address procedure for subscribers. It also provides contact information for the newspaper offices and departments in Waterloo Iowa.
The Iowa Good Roads association hosts a weeklong road school in Blackhawk County with skilled practitioners guiding practical road construction and maintenance. The event emphasizes farming, land values, beautification, and rural city connectivity through graded highways, plus music and picnics to engage residents.
Philadelphia broker John W. Frazier sent Taft four rabbit feet claimed from the same animal with a note praising the charm against rivals in politics and referencing past horseshoes tied to Cleveland and Parker. Harry K. Thaw seeks bankruptcy settlement after large claims from his murder case. Waterloo hosts praise for road-building at state convention, highlighting the Iowa Highway Commission and Ames agricultural college. Hall's Catarrh Cure ad closes the page with a drugstore claim of efficacy and a $100 reward offer for cures.
The Elmdale Mills at Waterlo Route 2 announces readiness to handle cider making tasks. It lists equipment including a Hydraulic Press 0 from Mt. Gilead Ohio with 2000 bushels capacity and a knuckle joint press handling about 20 bushels per use with 146000 pressure, powered by a gasoline engine. Contact F M Trich at 4305.
Palitice Dubuque Iowa August 10 The friends of Senator Allison issue a statement criticizing Governor Cummins bid to succeed Allison in the U S Senate The Chicago interview and press reports are cited as premature and contested The note accuses Cummins of party machine tactics and seeks unity among true Republicans while warning against compromising principles The piece links Cummins to Dallas county vote disputes and alleged political maneuvering to deny Captain Hull and favor Prouty It also states President Roosevelt did not endorse either side in Iowa politics and denies any manipulation from Washington.
The record recalls Otterburn where the Earl of Douglas fell and Hotspur was captured in 1388, Randolgh born in 1763, Cooke the financier born in 1821, the Prince of Wales in Charlottetown in 1840, Lyon killed at Wilsons Creek in 1861, Racine steamer explosion in 1864, and deaths of Scott in 1900, West in 1904, with a note on born December 6, 1830.
Rear Admiral Clark born August 10 1844 in Bradford VI. He joined the U S Naval Academy in 1860 and served in the West Gulf Blockading Squadron during the Civil War, taking part in the Mobile Bay battle and Fort Morgan bombardment. He rose through ranks, commanded the Oregon in 1898, and participated in the Santiago battle. the Oregon's speed set naval records. Also notes an August 10 golf tournament in Linville North Carolina with the Hseeola Golf Club, featuring the interstate team championship and men's championship events.
The order of Red Men in New York State held its annual convention in Orren with good attendance. The meeting focused on affairs of the order and examined the organization’s business.
Count Zeppelin, veteran inventor and Civil War veteran, demonstrated the balloon type airship for military potential. A 24 hour test ended with propeller repairs and a fire after mooring mishap. the feat still proves feasibility and future military use despite setbacks.
Des Moines August 10 prominent African American leaders state Roosevelt and Corbin clarified Brownsville affair and Taft’s stance. They report northwest sentiment as largely Republican with only a small Democratic minority, urging blacks to vote Republican to prevent Democratic control and loss of ballot rights.
Grand Forks North Dakota opens its seventh annual North Dakota Tennis Association tournament with focus on state championships and Red River Valley events. Other items include a weekly service ushered by the South Manchurian railroad and various national gatherings in Detroit Boston Narragansett Pier and more across the country.
A fragmented report notes that about 5,000 Black voters in Iowa are strongly supporting the Republican ticket. The passage emphasizes mobilization and the party's appeal to Black communities amid the campaign atmosphere.
Prohibitionists rallied at Monarch Park as the state campaign opened. Professor A Watkins, running on the prohibition ticket, addressed the crowd and outlined a three day speaking tour in western Pennsylvania before moving into New York.
Sioux City Elks leaders report strong optimism about hosting the Iowa Elks convention in 1910 with 3000 to 5000 attendees. Exalted Ruler PF S Lamar and Secretary QO D Pettit praised Waterloo turnout and said Sioux City plans a special train, a large delegation, and extensive preparations amid extensive banquets and parades.
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