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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1908
Page
6
A fragmentary text item notes someone feeling low back pain and expresses uncertainty. The readable portion mentions an individual and a casual exclamation, suggesting a casual or humorous note rather than a full report or event.
Iowa State news reports a to-and-fro on the Guaranty Funders as the supreme Brand Idge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen debates use of the funds to aid weak state grand lodges. The session's first real floor debate yields no final action, amid discussion by officials and jurists. Frances M. Olson and Mrs. Kaskey contest the Degree of Honor leadership with spirited rivalries forming.
Chicago dispatch reports a calm convention with Taft’s machine controlling the presidential pick and Kellogg chosen to be nominated for vice president. Joseph Cotton will present Kellogg while supporters argue he balances the ticket against Democratic threats. Delegations from New York Pennsylvania Ohio arrive amid banners and cheering as Cannon allies push to secure the nomination.
A pleasure-boat carrying Earl Jennings William Jennings Buwin and William Ebersole capsized near the Des Moines River dam at Center Street. Jennings and Ebersole drowned. Jennings escaped with a swim to shore while bystanders aided another man. Grand Ferguson heroically helped reach the near‑drowning Ebersole. The engine’s failure and missing life-line project are cited as factors.
Milliman of Bogan, former Iowa lieutenant governor, chosen department commander by the Grant Army of the Republic in Cedar Rapids. Big parade with over a thousand veterans, 1500 registered, city Auditorium campfire addressed by National Commander in Chief Burtos and lawmakers. Pension law debate continues as McCumber bill considerations loom. Lena Tsing of Marion elected president of the Women's Relief Corps.
At the Independence tile factory Fred McGowan saved coworker Coons from a fatal grinder accident. Coons became entangled in the mixer. McGowan grabbed the belt and fought the pulley while being drawn toward the wheel, finally freeing Coons as he tumbled to the floor. Coons suffered three broken places. McGowan was bruised but unhurt. Meanwhile Miss Anna Murphy of Des Moines bought the Goldstone hotel from W B Porter. the new owners plan active operation with her father John Murphy and brother running day to day.
Marshalltown mayor O L Ingledue is attempting to settle the dispute between Iowa Central railroad management and striking shop workers. In a letter to General Superintendent D C G Noonan in Minneapolis, the mayor asks if the company will consider any proposals toward a settlement in May.
Des Moines reports the supreme lodge Ancient Order Called Workmen held Saturday elections. W M Narvis of Muscatine was reelected supreme master workman for a third term. Other officers include J A Eckstein New Ulm Minn as supreme master foreman and J Gallagher New Haven Conn as supreme overseer. After installing, the Degree of Honor adjourned and Mrs Prasyiex Buell Gisan of St Paul became head of the Order. The group will continue sessions for several days.
The Church of the Brethren adopted Dunkers as their new name at the Bushrees session of the annual conference in Des Moines after three hours of debate. The committee proposed Christian Brethren and Dunker Brethren, with the German Baptist Brethren as the old official name.
After a stormy session the Johnson county board of supervisors awarded Thomas Stapleton an extra vote in the Fifth ward, creating a one vote majority for J A White in the democratic state Senate contest. Stapleton claims another tally in Iowa County. an Oy oo ballot was discarded for a name in black spaces amid heated exchanges between White and Stapleton's attorney W J Baldwin as five men were restrained from bribery.
Chicago readers report a frenetic scramble over the 1908 Republican vice presidential selection. Iowa and Indiana factions clash over Senator Dolliver and Vice President Fairbanks with Cortelyou's prospects fading. Delegates pressured Taft to curb Dolliver but pressure persists as preparations for the convention continue.
In North Topeka the Kaw River gouges a diagonal two block channel between Gordon and Brant streets. Crest passed Thursday but renewed flooding forces 19060 residents to flee again as water breaches the Raw embankment and Soldier Creek overflow.
Kansas City faces a worsening flood threat after heavy rain northern Kansas and western Missouri. The Kaw River, which had been receding, rose again Friday night, renewing fears of a repeat of the devastating overflow from the Kaw watershed and prompting authorities to monitor rapidly changing conditions.
A crowd of promises touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female weaknesses and pelvic organ displacement. The ad cites testimonials and medical endorsements, asserts known composition and alcohol free ingredients, and warns against substitutes. It also promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Polleta as the original Little Liver Pills.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Dy Shoop’s Restorative as a swift tonic for spring fatigue. It claims to revive energy, improve appetite, digestion, and liver and kidney function, with effects seen in 48 hours. Sold by I. Conner & Co.
A local patron praises Blaetwig Bitters as a cure for dyspepsia and liver issues, claiming it aids lame backs and weak kidneys. The tonic is said to regulate digestion, purify the blood, and restore vigor in both sexes, sold with a guarantee at R. H. Millar's drug store for 50 cents.
Nature provides stomach with digestive juices and emphasizes healthy digestion. The advertisement urges prompt relief for indigestion using Kodol for dyspepsia, claiming reliability and guaranteed effectiveness. Sold locally by BE. EB. Couner & Co.
Tom Moore of rural route 1 Cochran Georgia reports a bad sore on his instep healed after applying Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He credits the product with rapid improvement and notes it was sold with a guarantee at R A Miller's drug store. 20
W R Ward of Dyersville Tennessee certifies use of Foley's Ortho Laxative for chronic constipation. He calls it a thorough practical remedy and offers corroboration from E B Conn er & Co.
An advertisement warns stomach troubles rise in summer and urges careful eating and using Kodol to aid digestion of all foods. The copy claims Kodol digests all foods and relieves dyspepsia and indigestion, noting it is sold by BE B Conner & Co.
An old advertisement touts Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy for heavy impure blood causing a muddy complexion headaches and nausea. It claims thin blood hinders work and that the product cleanses and restores health with redouble vigor.
A fragmented note promotes an unclear topical remedy claimed to stop immediate symptoms, cure eczema and hives, and treat herpes, scabies, and other conditions. It mentions availability at any drug store but provides no verifiable medical evidence or ingredients. The message lacks credible sourcing or safety guidance.
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