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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1906
Page
2
The Waterlou Reporter lists subscription prices for daily and semi weekly editions and notes Bryan’s 1908 presidential endorsement sparking mixed reactions among Democrats. It cites per month 69 cents, yearly and semiannual advance rates, and comments on party factions and opportunistic leaders.
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A dense Iowa political page debates Candidate Garst as lieutenant governor amid Cummins schemes to shape the Senate. It cites opposition cries Beat Garst, mentions Bryan as 1908 presidential runner, notes East Waterloo delegation in a crowded county convention, and urges morning turnout to bust trusts.
The piece debates support for Col. L. B. Raymond against Garst, critiques Gov. Cummins' tactics, and cites newspaper reactions about arbitration and party unity. It notes Blackhawk Democrats’ harmonious convention and mentions Julian W. Richards for secretary of state, with broader reflections on political strategy and historical figures.
A July 7 1906 letter from Iowa farmer Wal lace B Shertock to Perkins Headquarters in Des Moines urges farmers to resist nominating Cummins. It claims farmers will retire Iowa congressmen and derail the state ticket to prevent perceived Communist influence, warning that a Cummins nomination would unite the party against them and cost elections.
A medical note notes bowell disorders in children in summer and promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the best medicine. It claims rapid relief for natural looseness of the bowels in both children and adults and cites druggist availability.
The Rev. F C G Warren of Sharon Baptist Church Belair Ga touts Electric Bitters as a God send to mankind claiming it cured Jama back stiff joints and collapse. He says two bottles gave him strength to walk miles in short time and feels like a new man. Advertises as remedy for weakness and stomach liver and kidney complaints sold at Wangler Bros. drug store for 40 cents.
Market analysts predict higher beef prices as last weeks light cattle receipts and strong shipping demand pressurize values. Steers opened higher though overall cattle supply remains abundant. London Live Stock World notes pricing softness midweek, while hogs edge upward amid tight supply and growing export interest.
State news outlines a Ferguson hotel fire causing $1,000 loss and other local items. Ottumwa church work proceeds with a $15,001 estimate, longtime Fairfax resident Mrs Amanda Kirkendall dies aged 79, and Marshall County expects a bumper corn crop amid mixed incidents from poisoning, train accidents, fires, and public notices.
Burglars broke into a home on July 4 with paint and holes left in the carpet. A mystery gold watch and valuables were found near the river, prompting police to probe possible theft or self harm. Local politics loom as candidates pursue Knights of Pythias grand lodge roles with a slate including Strawn and others.
An old advertisement claims Dr Kings Nery Life Pills can cure ailments linked to malaria poison and constipation. The copy mentions a price of 25 cents and a sale at Wangler Bros drug store with dated reference ed-28:1-F} for the product.
Waterloo Chautauqua offers added railroad service from July 4 to 24 to accommodate attendees. The schedule lists routes to and from Waterloo and connections to nearby towns including Beemer, Waverly, Denver, and other points, with trains running on designated times.
Epworth League Assembly to Colfax and return arranged by Rock Island lines. Tickets valid July to August 16 with good return. Program features include Secretary Shaw J L Zwicker Bishop Hartzell Robert McIntyre and others. For full information, write Mr DePay Des Moines Iowa or contact nearest ticket agent.
The Grand Army outlines national preparation to care for its patrons with reduced rates and fewer trips. Four special spiders provide complete information about Minneapolis and St Paul services, with plans noted toward an aspiration involving Mr. Jue or Farmer, Passenger Agent Cedar Rapids Iowa AR 10.
An injured man in Font City, Pa, burns from an electrical furnace are claimed cured by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve sold by Wangler Bros. Drug Store. The ad extols swift healing of burns, wounds, sores, eczema, and piles at 25 cents. It also notes a Rock Island line fare description and travel dates with August returns and agents.
A claim that Chamberlain's Golic Chestral and Diarrhoea Remedy is a perfectly reliable medicine for bowel complaints and has never failed, urged as a saleable product by druggists.
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