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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Reporter

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1908

Page

2

Political Campaign Electoral Votes and Candidates List

The article lists republican and democratic ticket histories from 1836 to 1904. It records campaigns since 1856 and shows electoral votes and pluralities for each party, noting northern and southern democrats separate.

Fremcent Dayton Lincoln Hamill Johnson Grant Colfax Wilson Hayes Wheeler Garfield Arthur Blaine Logan Harrison and Morton Harrison Reid McKinley Hobart Roosevelt Fairbanks Buchanan Breckinridge Douglas Hmcglollan and Pondrecon Saymour and Barr Greely and Brown Tiden and Hendricks Hancock Cleveland and Hendricks Cleveland and Thurman Cleveland and Stevenson Bryan Sewall Parker Davis Lane Rep Dera Plu

Allison Defends Senate Hope Amid Health Rumors and Cummins Debate

A Waterloo reader disputes claims that Senator Allison's health is failing and argues he remains active in the Senate, bolstering his bid against Gov. Cummins. The piece questions Cummins' superiority, citing party politics in Fayette and Blackhawk counties, and asks what gains Iowa would see by replacing Allison.

Crimiins Senate Alison Republican Party of Iowa Waterloo Washington Allison Henator Alison Allis Blackhawk County Waterlolo Cummins Towa Benator Allison Gov

Seed corn testing urged for Iowa spring planting

The Iowa farmer should test each ear of seed corn for germination to discard weak seed and increase yields. With 12 to 14 ears needed per acre, careful seed testing could save millions of bushels statewide. AM L Bowman from Iowa State College warns timely action is required as spring work approaches and some seed may be unfit for planting.

Iowa Towa L. Bowman Towa State College Ames

Hall's Catarrh Cure Promise and Cure Offer

$100 reward promise from Hall's Catarrh Cure makers. claims cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease, via internal treatment. Advertising text states product improves blood and mucous membranes, supports constitution, and invites testimonials. Includes address F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio and mentions Hall's Family Pills.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo Drigeters

Simple Remedy for LaGrippe and Coughs

A newspaper note touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe cough remedy that stops coughing and strengthens lungs to avoid serious pneumonia. It claims the genuine product has no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package.

Woley Foley Wangier Bros J. K. Joder Memphis, Tenn Times Poley Wangler Bros J. K. Jader

Foley's Honey and Tar Not Affected by Pure Food Law

A special announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs is not governed by the National Pure Food and Drug Law since it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children. Product lines at GH include Appice items and offerings from Wangler Bros and J. K. Jomey.

Foley Wangler Bros J. K. Jomey

This Date in History February 9 1676 to 1906

February 9 records list figures like Frederick I of Denmark born 1609 and King William King Maine born 1799, plus naval defeats and political milestones. The long block covers births, deaths, events from 1676 through 1906, including military figures like Sir Evelyn Wood and James C. Davidson, with scattered dates and places across Europe and America.

Prederick 1 Denmark Luther Martin Aston Burr King William William King Maine Constellation Samuel J. Tiden Gaen John A. Logan Miinsis Washington Nec Upper Rail Lower Canada Robert B. Lee U. S. Signal Bureau Congress Quebec Montreal Evelyn Wood Sir Evelyn Wood Braintree County of Essex Navy Crimea Redan Hanas 17Th Lancers Evelyn War Office Evelyn Bag Zule Transvaal James C. Davidson Wisconsin Norway America Grawford la Follette Daviison Reptiblican

Library display of murals and book selections highlights Waterop notices

The library showcases reproductions of Des Moines state house murals by Blashfield and Cox with a prairie scene and early American images. New assistant Miss Straight from Champaign assists amid Library Day events on Feb 24 inviting Waterop residents to visit both divisions and explore the resources. A long catalog of juvenile titles from various authors accompanies the feature, while local notes mention a forthcoming wedding and a quip about family and upbringing.

State House Des Moines B E. H. Blashfield Kenyon Cox Noll Miss Straight Inos Library Champaign Waterop Netton

Faley’s Kidney Cure Promises Relief for Kidney Trouble

An 1890s style notice promotes Faley’s Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder issues with claims of stopping irregularities. The ad cites Wangler Bros and J K Jodermen as sellers and mentions cabinet photos and Foley’s Honey and Tar for grippe coughs and pneumonia prevention.

Faley Wangler Bros

Harmony and Leap Year Reflections in a French Tutor Tale

In a crowded studio tale a nervous singer seeks help from a genial professor who nurtures her talent amid tea, crackers, and shared longing. He proposes a future together, and she considers an American custom while the leap year calendar explodes into a romantic vow. The second piece explains why leap years skip 1700, 1800, and 1900, and predict future accuracy for centuries to come.

Mavrisr Zantbnuéer Qisa Mademoiselle Monsieur Edith Garth Tim Bret Sally Ile Pours Petite America Ife Dre Watea Bee Mon Ange

Chinease Aversion to Surgery Explored in Odd Note

A Chicago Journal item contemplates Chinese aversion to medical procedures. It humorously claims orientals prefer death to losing limbs, asserts a belief in two arms two legs and eight angels, and mocks Chinese dentistry methods. The piece reflects dated stereotypes and sensational framing of medical topics.

Chicago Journal

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