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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1908
Page
2
Waterloo Reporter lists daily and semi weekly editions with subscription prices by carrier and mail. Rates include daily per month and per year in advance, semi weekly per year, and six months by mail. Readers are reminded to update address information with old and new details.
The Iowa Weather and Crop Service bulletin notes February warmth above normal, with 1.65 inches of rainfall statewide, similar to last year. A severe snowstorm on the 18th, strong winds, and heavy snowfall in northern counties accompanied a mean temperature over five degrees above normal and a wide daily temperature range.
In a dated note to Torbert of Dubuque Iowa Cummins denies seeking Senator Allison’s seat and refutes rumors of seeking governor or other offices He states he is not a candidate for any vacancy and warns enemies lie about him asserting his intent remains unchanged and sincere.
An official statement announces Gay Cummins will open headquarters in Des Moines to promote his senatorial bid. The governor is accused of ignoring the will of Iowa voters who have already chosen their U S senate representative.
The Iowa Dairy Cattle Improvement Association aims to raise milk yield by breeding better cows. If each cow adds 60 pounds of butterfat, statewide output could rise by about 15 million dollars for towns, with cooperation and breed unity urged among dairy farmers and breeders.
A ten year Ames experiment station bulletin shows Iowa oats yield averaging 29.5 bushels per acre can reach at least 40 with better varieties and seed care. It warns of 1907 crop shortages and urges adoption of improved practices, advising farmers to obtain the bulletin from Prof. Charles F. Curtis, director.
There is no case on record of any cough or cold leading to pneumonia or consumption after taking Foley's Honey and Tar, as it will stop your cough and break up your cold quickly. Beware of imitations and use the genuine Foley's Honey and Tar in a yellow package from Wangler Bros and G. K. Jordansmeweld LT.
New spring costumes feature a four to five inch pifueca front rising above the waist and a panel bodice front extending below the belt. Notable ensembles include pale lavender chiffon gowns with velvet trims, tassels, and intricate sleeve borders, plus versatile silk skirts with deep plaits and Greek key embroidery. Also highlighted are leather and pony petticoats, varied petticoat shades, and the resurgence of Navy and Atlantic blue in linens and woolens.
Denver unveils a 60 foot high bronze Welcome Arch at Union Depot costing 25000 dollars and lit by 2000 lamps to greet daily visitors and protect crowds during July’s Democratic National Convention. City lighting reduces crime, lowers police needs, and inspires other cities to study Denver’s approach.
State of Ohio Toledo city Lavas County Frank J Cheney senior partner of F J Cheney & Co swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured by Hall s Catarrh Cure oath sworn December 6 1886 Notary A W Gleason Toledo advertisements claim Hall s Catarrh Cure works internally for mucous surfaces with testimonials and Druggists sell Hall s Family Pills at 75 cents
Precautions for preparing cattle for shipping stress dry feeding before loading. Do not salt or overwater to avoid illness and shrinkage. Use dry bedding, proper car loading, quiet handling, and timing to ensure cattle arrive plump and in good condition. Maintain humane handling by train crews and minimize excitement during transit.
A condensed historical timeline notes Nicholas Fouquet’s death in 1680, American letters of marque against England in 1776, British seizure of stores in 1777, Kansas statehood attempt under Lecompton in 1850s, Archbishop Bourne’s birth in 1861, Sherman’s 1865 Golf Shoro march with Schofield and Terry, Johnson impeachment court in 1818, Morrison Waite’s 1888 death.
The Most Rev Francis Bourne Archbishop of Westminster, born March 28 1861 in Clapham London, marks his 47th birthday amid reports from Rome of a possible elevation to cardinal. Born to obscure parentage, he trained in ecclesiastical colleges, studied at Louvain, ordained 1884, served Blackheath, led Southwark Diocesan Seminary, became Domestic Prelate 1895, consecrated Bishop of Southwark 1883, and in 1908 was elected Archbishop of Westminster succeeding Cardinal Vaughan.
Twenty two locals from the International Freight Handlers and Railway Clerks union thrive in Chicago. Governor Magoon orders extension of road building in Cuba to ease unemployment. The eight hour workday will dominate discussion at the United Garment Workers convention in Milwaukee next August.
The piece surveys labor activity across North America highlighting the International Hod Carriers and Building Labor unions with 292 branches, six million dollars paid out in benefits, and programs for pension and vital statistics. It notes figures like Thomas A. Davis as a veteran International Typographical union member, Detroit set to host future conventions, and the IWW aims to organize the milk industry nationally. Other items include English potters demands, United Mine Workers president T. J. Lewis, Canadian saloon laws, Boston contract disputes, Minneapolis Sunday labor crusades, and Germanys Typographical Union strength and funds.
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