06 May 1908
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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
1
Ad-promoted decor coating touts Alabastine for wall finishing. Claims a soft velvety background that harmonizes with woodwork, can be applied by homeowner or painter, and halves decorating costs while improving sanitation. States durable, non fading and non scaling, offered in white and colors with tint cards available.
G E Boyle announces candidacy for State Senator in the 47th district in Towa. He states his intent to seek the Republican primary in June 1908 and, if nominated and elected in November, to work for the state and his district. Dated Whittemore, Lawa February 4, 1908.
L E Francis asks Toa the TPH Dat voters in the 47th senatorial district for support in the June 2 primaries. He says he has lived in the district, is familiar with local conditions, and has worked in the Republican ranks delivering speeches. He would gratefully accept the honor to serve if voted for.
Announcement notices from Algona and Sherman township list candidates for county supervisor in the second district and for county surveyor and clerk of courts. Candidates include Joun G. Smith F. A. Corby C. E. Hesse A. M. Curran Clare nghe Paine and O.7 Stephenson, all seeking party primaries on June 2, 1908 in Kossuth County with Republican or Democratic designation.
The attorney general’s recent opinion on the mulct law argues it is not a true license but a punishment scheme that confines liquor sales under fines. He notes corporations should not operate saloons, and that contracts to use premises for a saloon under the mulct law may be enforced only under strict limits.
The article notes Taft's nomination is highly likely as delegates are selected to secure a clear Ohio majority. It contrasts this with Bryan's Denver bid, which is also deemed nearly certain, while McKinley’s nominating chances are recalled from a past era. The piece mentions a Republican leader departing for Panama for weeks and the Denver Democratic path to the presidency needing a two thirds majority.
The article discusses first carload cottonwood lumber for a Hartley barn from Storm Lake groves and praises indoor use. It cites Ames experiment station bulletins for Iowa farmers, then covers Senate battles over four battleships, a two ships plan winning 50 to 23, and hopes for a stronger navy. It notes a move toward an emergency currency, Vreeland’s leadership, Manila celebration humor, and the employer liability law. It concludes with Taft delegate counts and World predicts Taft nomination, Bryan as possible Democratic foe.
A fragmented column mixes talk of culture, a frost-damaged Whittemore basket, and a Public Courier anti-corporation note. It promotes Dr Shoop’s Pink Pain Tablets and Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea, touting quick relief and a health claim with ads from E. & Conner & Co and R. G. Miller.
Congressman Lowden of Illinois seeks a congressional bill to stamp out bog cholera, with the Department of Agriculture backing efforts to control this plant disease. The measure aims to authorize funding and coordinated actions across state and federal agencies to prevent spread and protect crops.
Cedar View Miss merchant G B Stewart declares Dr King’s New Life Pills are worth their weight in gold for relief of constipation malaria and biliousness. Drug store sales and a guarantee at R H Millar’s. Also Cascasweet for babies quiets fuss with simple bottle labels and.neoplat es sold by G B Conner & Co.
State of Iowa Kossuth County 4a District Court publishes notice that on April day 1908 a paper purporting to be the last will of Henry Isenberger deceased was opened and publicly read. The May 7 1908 date was set for hearing to admit the will to probate. All interested persons may appear May 7 1908 at the district court to show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. Dated May 2 1908 W W C Dewell Clerk of the District Court.
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