16 Sep 1908
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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1908
Page
1
Harmony Perfumes presents a refined floral scent line promising a finishing grace for fashionable women. The ad touts Harmony Perfumes and Toilet Waters sold exclusively by the retailer, featuring staples and fashionable odors with the Season's Favorite being Harmony Chimes.
The Upper Les Moines Republican presents subscription terms by SHRAKER and HAGGARD. Rate cards list one year in advance and six month options. A three month rate of 81.50 or 75 appears, reflecting promotional or discontinuous pricing.
A political column criticizes opponents for exploiting a preacher’s remarks, arguing that panic blame lies with both parties. It discusses bank failures, depositor protections, and the need for a genuine guaranty, noting Democrats, Bryan, and banks show mixed support. It questions how to fund a $500 million deposit guarantee.
The text notes Brother Wolfe’s anxiety over Representative C. H. Holmes missing time in Des Moines during a senator election and primary law revision. Holmes returns to Algona with limited health impact. hay fever from Iowa capital’s dry, dusty air may worsen before cooler weather ends it this year.
A reader criticizes a recent Upper Des Moines Republican piece as a joke on clergy. The writer argues deposit guaranty laws predate Bryan and cites support from the New York Journal of Commerce Springfield Republican and other finance authorities while defending banks and depositors amid political debate.
A reader questions a divine urging for riskless deposits, arguing bankers deserve scrutiny as preferred creditors. The letter cites a bank failure in Oklahoma where depositors were paid, while a farmer missed payment, and recalls Chicago bank panics and police clashes over savings. Rev. J. F. Porterimfield signs off.
An advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as effective for stomach and bowel relief used by N A Brown of Pittsfield VI. Also promotes Preventics a candy cold cure tablet sold by E E Conner Co and R H Millers drug store, claiming safety for children and no quinine or laxatives.
A fragmented advertisement warns parents that delaying Foley's Kidney Remedy risks Bright's disease or diabetes and promotes Burdock Blood Bitters and Dr Shoop's Pain tablets for headaches and pains. It touts Koley's Urino Laxative as a gentler, nongripping laxative with a pleasant taste and a stated guarantee.
Farm listing in Kossuth county two miles from Bancroft announces sale not subject to drainage tax. Bargain opportunity promoted by W A Hammond of Dubuque Iowa.
If you have not yet purchased books and school supplies for the children, it will be wise to do so this week to avoid the rush. The note urges timely shopping to prepare for the upcoming term.
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