13 May 1908
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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
1
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The Register and Leader defends the primary election law against claims of minority coercion. It asserts the measure was adopted unanimously with cordial goodwill and not factionally born, noting the legislature largely overlooked factional lines. The piece urges testing the law at the frat trial next month, arguing it must prove itself if its fundamental principle remains sound.
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues that cattle and hog prices show no lasting panic in Iowa while warning Congress to pass emergency currency legislation. It asserts the panic stemmed from currency withdrawal and calls for prompt action to shield banks and restore business confidence, urging Senate and House to act now.
The Bronx City Journal notes that the primary ballot may lack a Democratic congressional candidate in the eleventh district. Any voter may write in a candidate, and if a write-in gains 35 percent of votes, that person becomes the party nominee. This rustling could unsettles Democrats with only a sheriff race on the ballot.
The county GOP stands in strong shape for a fall victory with an approved slate and history of support. A prior close race is cited as evidence the current ticket could achieve presidential-year margins. Also noted are national debates on child labor and public integrity, plus local quips about politicians and a minor financial irregularity in Sac County.
An 8100 reward offer appears for an oath tart cure claimed to cure a nasal condition. The text references J Henry Roe of Toledo and associates Walding Kinny & Marvin in wholesale sales and a family remedy promising blood purification.
Ipalap oo eWitt's Wit azel salve is sold by B. BE Sonner & Op. The text reads as a garbled old advertisement mentioning a coal lining for piles and a substitute salve product.
Delegates to the Republican county convention have been apportioned as 98 votes by Chairman M. P. Weaver. Precincts listed include Algona First Ward Second Ward Third Ward Fourth Ward Buffalo Harrison Hebron Irvington Ledyard Lotts Creek LaVerne Plum Creek Portland Prairie Ramise Riverdale Inton Wesley Whittemore Tataben and other locations.
Gg. E. Royle declares his candidacy for Iowa State Senate in the 47th district subject to the June 1908 Republican primary. He pledges to work for the state's and district’s best interests if nominated and elected, dated Whittemore Iowa February 4 1908.
State Senator candidate L. E. Francis appeals to Republican voters in the 47th district asking for support in the upcoming primary on June 2. He notes lifelong residency, familiarity with local conditions, and years of party service and public speaking.
A series of notices from local residents announcing candidacy for county supervisor in Kosuth County. Jolly G Smits seeks Republican nomination in Second District for June 2 primary 1908. C E Hesse seeks Democratic nomination in Second District. A M Curran seeks Republican nomination in First District. N O Movick seeks election as County Surveyor. Notices list names and towns including Algona Sherman Garfield Township and Clare, Algona Iowa.
O J Stephenson announces his candidacy for county clerk of courts subject to the county. A promotional blurb for a women’s health book and Dr Shoop’s night cure claims, with distribution and medical advice offered free. Also promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a health aid and asserts a healthy man is a king.
Charles F. Budahn of Tracy California declares the luckiest day of his life was when he bought Bucklen's Arnica salve. He says two 25 cent boxes cured years of troublesome itching piles that resisted other treatments. Sold under guarantees at R A Miller’s drug store, 25 cents.
An old advertisement states the kidneys filter impurities from blood and promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy as a quick path to health. It urges taking Foley's Kidney Remedy immediately, attributed to E. L. Conner & Co.
Serious health warning notes coughs may lead to pneumonia or consumption starting as a cold. Foley’s Honey and Tar is advertised as curing obstinate coughs and colds and preventing serious results. Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea is offered as a stomach tonic and overall health support. 36c.
Fragments warn that lingering spring colds deplete the system and may invite serious illness. Advertising snippets mention Foley’s season and a financial loan offer from E. H., Connor & Co. plus a note about Hagcarp & Pane vay.
A brief note records a way freight train numbered 48 departing at 10 am with a reference to REIS.
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