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Newspaper
Sumner Journal
Location
Sumner, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1904
Page
2
A fragment from a post office entry mentions Umner and a reference to laws and second class mail, suggesting a historical note on mail classifications and local administration. The legible portion highlights the place name and the mail category discussed in the source.
State ticket listing includes Secretary W B Martin of Adair County Auditor R F Carroll of Davis Treasurer G B Gilbertson of Winnebago Attorney general C W Mullan of Black Hawk Supreme judge H E Deemer of Montgomery Railroad commissioner N B Ketch yim of Marshall.
The article observes vice presidential candidate Davis, whose real name is Gass away, displaying notable silence during campaign remarks. It examines how this behavior affects perceptions of leadership and trust in the race.
A concise observation noting that the most tiresome figures are the man who claims complete knowledge and the woman who insists on telling it all. The remark frames them as impractical personalities rather than specific individuals.
The Rev Dr Potter spoke at the saloon opening in New York a few days ago, offering remarks on matters of temperance and faith while attending the modern gathering in the city.
The Journal reports hazardous sidewalk conditions from the corner to the Cass estate harness shop with varying grades and several dangerous spots. Citizens note fallen pedestrians, decayed planks, and uneven rises near Reinhart and Linn properties, urging city action and possible grading changes to align with municipal standards.
Some Republicans feel jubilant about gaining Maxwell, though others see him as more of a parasite than an ally.
A train of four Pullman coaches was halted just outside Chicago on the Illinois Central last Monday evening. Passengers were robbed of about $2,000 in cash and jewelry during the incident, with authorities beginning an investigation.
A quirky note contrasts having beef with no coal and coal with no beef, then uses a proverb about stumbling blocks becoming stepping stones when feet rise. The lines imply resource limits alter outcomes and perspective in a compact, riddle like style.
From Des Moines word circulated that a law requiring fire red gasoline cans had passed. dealers painted cans red across the state and lively dispute followed. No law ever passed, yet the hue lingered as controversy grows over permissible fuel sales and enforcement realities.
Mrs. Catherine M. West born Cir cleville Ohio February 23 1852 moved to Linn county at age five. She married Dr J N Wilson September 18 1872 and came to Sumner. After two marriages and church transfers she died Tuesday July 20 at seven minutes before seven. She joined the Christian church and later the M E church before transferring to the Church Triumphant.
Miss Addie Roush who worked at Westgate was brought to the residence of R. B. Pease Tuesday. Doctors Patterson and Stafford performed an appendicitis operation Tuesday afternoon. It was successful and Miss Roush is in fair way to recover.
C. Ts. Jones and his wife visit son Elmer Jones during the Rapid Transit event. Jones suffered serious injuries in a Mason City wreck at a GA state encampment. His nose was severed but reattached with minor residual indication. he remains shaken and alive. He has served as Bristow postmaster for about twelve to fifteen years.
Lou Jenner, long time day operator here, has ceased work for the Great Western to accept station work at Tripoli. He is praised as one of Sumner’s best operators and well liked by the public. Geo W Fingga will be reassigned to another position.
Notice to M B A members that Protection Lodge No195 holds its next regular meeting on Tuesday evening August 6 1904. Two delegates will be elected to represent the lodge at the district grand lodge convention at Independence on Friday September 9. Full attendance urged. important meeting. A D Allen Paul A Shader, Secretary President.
Engineer Newton of the W C I N Ry visited to oversee a new water tank erection. The firm, under contract with the city, seeks softer water than the hard deep-well supply to protect boilers. A railroad tank on a wooden tower will include drive walls and a meter, with payment to the city based on usage. We are doing this to obtain soft water.
Theodore Clothier of Olin aged 63 marries Ella Fortney, formerly Ilia Wetherbee of West Union, in a Sunday ceremony at A Fortney’s home conducted by Rev. FW Bretnall. The couple traveled to Randalia, then West Union, and finally Cedar County to establish their home. Clothier is a Civil War veteran. the note hopes for a peaceful, victorious life ahead.
Frederika and Tripoli residents mingle with visitors from Nashua Williamstown and Waverly. Neighbors report Sunday gatherings, sisters, relatives and a camping trip on the Island. A Rural Free Delivery plea urges readers to ready boxes for carriers and praise faithful service.
Wakeful symptoms three types of sleeplessness indicate brain and nerve issues. Dr Miles Nervine is advertised as quick relief for dizziness headaches worry irritability and other nerve disorders. Testimonial from Mrs A G Haskin Freeville New York claims Nervine saved her husband’s life after prostration and long sleepless weeks.
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers round trip tickets to St Paul or Minneapolis for 82.00 on August 7 with return by August 9 or later. For details contact a Great Western agent or J Wy Mimner USPA in Chicago Illinois. Also opening of Devil's Lake reservation prompts tickets to Devil's Lake and Oberon at one fare plus 40 cents for the rovad trip with return by September 15.
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