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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1905
Page
8
In Pennsylvania a crowded dining car on the Congressional Limited hosts Secretary Hay seated beside a smiling passenger who, unaware of the eminent neighbor, jokes with him about the confectionery and the ride. Hay enjoys the moment as the man taps him and asks for an extra treat.
More than one million acres of Uintah Indian Reservation land will be opened for settlement. Registration begins August 1 with August 28 as the opening date. Travelers from Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and other points may use the Colorado Midland as the shortest route to Grand Junction or other resettlement points. Send a Spe a Hope n ver for a booklet detailing land rates and information.
The state executive council completed railroad and land assessments. Railroad property rose by 2.6 million dollars since 1904 while farm lands dropped by about 86 million since 1903. Interurban and water company values rose. levies set at 2 mills to raise about 2 million next year.
The Chicago Great Western Railway obtained an option for the right of way from Talmage to within two miles of Creston. Work will start soon to extend the line using part of the old Chicago Burlington and Quincy roadbed. New tracks will run parallel to the Burlington on the north, making Afton a Great Western station.
Green, former president of the Dow City Exchange Bank, fled after a 1904 bank failure. He was arrested in California on a charge related to banking losses and was held on his own recognizance. Extradition papers are sought as Iowa authorities pursue his return to face charges.
Governor La Follette rallied over four thousand attendees at the Lake assembly, condemning Iowa corruption and urging reform. He warned against subtle methods to influence public men and criticized railroads and state matters during his three hour speech.
A July 26 fire in Redfield destroyed Hathaway Brewery and several smaller buildings. The blaze caused about 8500 dollars in property damage to Hathaway Brewery and 1800 pounds to Coultey’s blacksmith shop. Horses and harness items were lost. Lamb’s harness shop also suffered, with substantial losses.
A local discussion centers on a burial custom symbolized by the Chinese post posture. Community leaders and residents weigh cultural significance and potential offense amid competing viewpoints.
Rock Island announces a 2 million dollar plan this year for Iowa line improvements. Work includes straightening curves near Des Moines and Avoca, reducing heavy grades east of Des Moines, double tracking from Iowa City to Valley Junction, and other upgrades to boost schedules and compete for mail contracts. A new fast Omaha to Chicago train may follow, with No. 6 often split into two sections due to heavy patronage.
Geo McCormick of Creston sues the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad for 5000 dollars alleging permanent injuries from a fellow worker who, while intoxicated, stepped on his foot causing a fall on the tracks. He cites 25 dollars spent on nurse care and 50 dollars owed to a doctor and says he cannot work for life.
A July meeting at the Kimberly home in Elkhart township outlined a fifteen mile drainage ditch project in Iowa. The plan estimates a $100,000 cost to drain 20,000 acres and raise land values from 25 to 40 dollars per acre, potentially the largest in the state.
A stranger sold cattle to farmers in Madison county, leading to Texas fever outbreaks among purchased and native herds. State Veterinarian Kato ordered quarantine and culling with burial in 6 feet deep pits, while lawsuits loom over the sales. Railroads face push for sanitary cars to prevent disease spread.
A Woolstock blaze last night wiped out multiple buildings including Allen’s general merchandise Woolstock Drug Company and Farmer’s Livery. Loss estimated at about 26 000 with about 13 000 insured. Fire started in the basement of the general store.
A group of wise girls from the city won the annual rhyme club meet, defeating rivals with coordinated recitations and sharp timing. Members praised teamwork, while organizers highlighted the event as a showcase for young literary talent.
Patient testimonial from Miss Nellie Vander Wiele of Lakeside describes relief and cure after using Cutleura Soap and Cutleura Ointment for bonds rawful sores on face and neck. The ad extols instant relief after first application and complete cure after two cakes and three boxes.
A discussion of women choosing their own purchases against grocer pressure. It argues that independent shoppers prefer Lion Coffee for its proven quality, contrasting loose coffee with packaged Lion Coffee as a reliable standard in millions of homes.
A woman cycled to a butcher shop and asked for twenty five pounds of beef to see what losing twenty five pounds of flesh would look like. The joke ends with her thanking the butcher for cutting the meat.
A drooping tale touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for headaches and general weakness caused by impure blood. A quoted patient Stella Blocher from Leander Louisiana describes long illness ending after three boxes, with relief of head pain and other symptoms.
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