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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1906
Page
2
A Waterloo Reporter summary notes heated Iowa and national political discourse about Cummins and Roosevelt, arguing over leadership, conventions, and the need for impartial arbitration. It references a bold Birmingham incident where Fenn Williams fought the hangman, delaying execution, while troops stood by and habeas writs were pursued. Health testimonial for Foley’s Kidney Cure is included with local retailer mentions.
A Des Moines meeting of about 150 Iowa Republicans urged open hearings to resolve contested county delegations for the state convention. They backed a provisional delegate roll after evaluating protests against Cummins and Perkins seats, warning that a rushed start could spark conflict.
In Bertin a scientist claims a breakthrough enabling life out of water. Des Moines hosts Athert AG on Wednesday as politics shift, signaling a further stride in world evolution.
A collage of portraits from a past era mentions the duke of Wellington as a grandee, a Geran princess facing larceny charges, and Winston Churchill described as eccentric. The dowager duchess of Newcastle is praised for charity, while chatter links Jack the Ripper rumors to Whitechapel. A tale about Cyrus W Field and study at the Royal School of Mines closes with a note on a Tokyo-bound student awaiting a salary and travel timing.
An advertisement promotes Orino Laxative Print Syrup claiming it cleanses and stimulates the bowels without irritation. Sold by Wangler Bros Brady Bros and Westveer Brepneck with distribution across local stores.
A notice states that the secretary of the CLL S. C. association will receive money for supplies for rochers and will order the canic. CHAS H SECCOMDE July 24 1904. President.
The ad proclaims Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy claimed to cure catarrh in all stages. It promises $100 for any case it cannot cure and lists testimonials and Toledo, Ohio as origin. Also promotes Pills and cabinet photos at Simmons Gallery and John H. Mason Co.
Des Moines July 20 Special: The Cummins organ printed Sunday morning that a progressive tariff plank would be presented to the Iowa convention committee. Gov. GAMMING seeks endorsement of Eastern resolutions, with demands for protection, timely tariff adjustments, and reciprocity to boost production and general welfare. The Bay conference reportedly caused consternation among Gunning supporters.
A wide sweep of state and local items: Benton County Veterans plan a Belle reunion on September 6. threshing yields about 45 bushels per acre at Whiting. a $100,000 Methodist church cornerstone laid at Dos Moltes. Monona County Fair set for Onawa with large premium lists. brick prices slump in Des Moines amid reduced plant operations. deaths include Annie Marie Dayton and Florence B Strief. political commentary on Cummins tariff stance and progressive alignment. burglaries in Britt and Des Moines. various community events, accidents, and civic notices across Iowa cities.
In Indianapolis on July 28 a baby died after a forged telegram misled the infant's mother about her own mother’s illness. The fake message spurred great nervousness and convulsions in the child while the mother, Mrs Mrs McAvoy, faced distress. A second telegram claimed Mr Henderson’s son Nebo had died by his own hand in Shelbyville, prompting a cross-city chase. details remain unclear.
Immediate relief to asthma sufferers in worst stages promised. Sold by Wangler Bros Brady Bros and Westveer and Brenneck. Advertisement appears in local dealer listings with claims of cures if taken timely.
In White Haven Pennsylvania on July 23 a Lehigh Valley conductor named Patrick Tully hooked a catfish he could not land. A fellow fisherman suggested wading the stream to spear the fish and they pulled ashore a beer keg containing a four pound catfish. The keg had to be destroyed to release the fish, which apparently lived inside the keg, a mystery of how it fed.
Nations strive to curb consumption, the white plague, with Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe cure for coughs and colds. The genuine product comes in a yellow package and is sold by Wangler Bros, Brady Bros, and Westveer and Brenneck.
Rock Island lines offer very low round trip tickets to Canadian and New England resorts for travelers with limited time away from home. For full details call or write G Farmer, D P Ay Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Notice to water patrons states Waterloo Water Company rules require sprinkling between 7:00 and 8:00 p m and 6:00 to 8:30 p m. The rule will be strictly enforced. By J P Berry Supt.
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