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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1906
Page
1
Manuscript notes describe a publication from the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad era. Fragments mention post, postage, stakes, and a map or guide likely detailing routes. The text is garbled with several legible names and terms indicating a travel or promotional item tied to railroad expansion.
Subscription rates shown in advance for one year six months and three months. Local political slate includes Dan F. Coyle Humboldt for District Judge J P Conner Denison for Representative 10th District Holmes for Representative and W A Wright Ledyard A L Anderson Sywea City Rihtaet J B Lilie Titonka Claude X Nicoulin Cresco Sid J Backus Bancroft W C Dewel Burt T S Waud Germanta L J Dickinson Algona A d Las Algona
A large influx of Democrats from across the nation is expected to greet William J. Bryan on his arrival in New York from Europe with a popular welcome. Bryan is viewed by supporters as nearly nominated, though critics argue his past positions lack fresh issue. President Roosevelt endorses congressional candidates in a standout letter praising current measures and tariff reform while urging steady prosperity.
The article critiques five Fort Dodge routes for poor condition and drainage since settlement, noting county highways may need fixes to keep routes open. It urges a fall road campaign after wet weather and mentions political fundraising tactics, spelling reform push, Taft’s rising profile, Hackler’s Webster County nomination, and editorial friction with a Democrat editor.
A straight tariff platform from the state convention aligns with national policy and the Republican Congress record. It matches the Oyster Bay campaign plan agreed by Roosevelt and committees. Progressives supported the stance despite standpat opposition.
An old printed page markets multiple remedies and tonics including Hall's Catarrh Cure, Kennedy's Laxative, De Witt's Little Early Risers, Dr. Bhoop's Green Salve, and Rocky Mountain Tea. Endorsements claim long acquaintance with vendors, directions state prices and retailers, and advice promotes cleansing the stomach and skin for health.
Excursion tickets on the North Western Railway to the State Fair at Des Moines, Iowa go on sale August 23 for a round trip fare. Return travel valid until September 1 inclusive. Apply at the North Western Railway, 31.
The lone contract advertises round trip excursion tickets from Que Bure to Des Moines Iowa for the fair with return valid until September 1900. Details on rates and train times available from agents Ang and others.
Hospitals brim with men and children awaiting appendicitis operations, but many cases are cured by Adler's Treatment after doctors deem surgery necessary. Request a free book from W. A. Parsons to learn about nonoperative care.
An advertisement urges farm loan applications at the Kossuth County State Bank with a low interest rate. The page also includes a testimonial from Major Hamm of Eminence Kentucky praising Bucklee’s Arnica Salve, claiming it cured a four-year pile issue in ten days, and notes its availability at RB. HB. Miller's drugstore for 25 cents.
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