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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1908
Page
2
A Kansas City resident recounts a January woods wanderer tale predicting hard winter. He cites gnawed oak twigs, tough jack oak leaves, ground cherries, and a chipmunk as signs, while noting that such omens often fail. Other weather prophets claim some forecasts have proved accurate.
The piece weighs the choice between Gov. Cummins and Senator Allison, arguing Allison’s national role and integrity demand Iowa support. It notes a possible Cummins bid, critiques prohibition bill ideas in Kansas, and describes Sioux City’s vote on the city government commission plan and local political maneuvers behind Cummins’ senate prospects.
Washington Post reports friends of Renator William Allison in Town fear Gov. Cummins has become a rival in the Senate race. A dated April 1906 letter quotes Cummins denying candidacy for Allison’s seat while asserting he seeks the governorship. Officials deny promising any opposition and condemn the leak as false.
Gedar Rapids Gazette notes a lively three way contest for the third district nomination with Congressman Birdsall seeking reelection, Burton Sweat of Waverly challenging, and Charles Pickett entering the race adding interest to the campaign. The paper declines to predict the outcome but suggests Pickett will spur the others to strong effort.
A compact record of notable events spanning 1671 to 188, noting the Queen opening London’s first Royal Exchange in 1671, Pitt’s death in 1806, Jackson’s 1815 victory, the 1834 Quebec fire, 1645 presidential election timing, Douglas’s 1864 bill, the 1816 Pacific disaster, Hood’s relief from command, and the Valencia wreck with 117 lives lost.
The article recalls Benoit Constant Coquelin born January 23, 1841, in Boulogne. Despite a plain appearance and harsh voice, he pursued acting, trained at the Paris Conservatoire, debuted at Theatre Francais in 1880, and became France’s leading actor. His talent earned praise in England and America, plus prolific stage writings. It also lists political notes on Republican and Democratic figures and forthcoming conventions.
The ad claims seven years of proof that Dr King’s New Discovery cures coughs and throat and lung diseases. It also cites thirty eight years of proof for coughs colds influenza hay fever bronchitis and early consumption. Pneumonia prevention is promised. Sold at Wangler Bros drug store for 1.00 with a trial bottle free.
Mrs. EB Ives of Caldwater Michigan details a long throat and lung trouble after typhoid fever. She cites Dr Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as the remedy, as told by J J Knapp.
Mr Dorkins of the mill district funds a free academy in Ashdale to reform workers and send their children to school. A barefoot factory boy, Jeru, reveals he and siblings Charl and Sis Burless fund their education after losing parents, while Tim Burless supports them and plans college for the siblings. The tale contrasts harsh mill life with a hopeful, selfless effort to uplift the next generation.
An odd ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills promising relief from biliousness malaria and jaundice. It claims simple use and health benefits with a price of 25 cents at Wangler Bros. drug store and references cabinet phonographs and a galley item priced two dollars at a site.
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