Taft Republicans and Taft In Africa Impasse
The piece laments Taft’s insistence on remaining a Republican and questions the honor of an ex-president hunting in Africa. It notes weather as ideal but questions leaving Town, mentions insurrectionists and Democrats uniting against President Watt for his Republican stance. West Bend Journal expands, and Kom and Lena Larson praised as town hustlers.
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West Bend
Cottrell
Kom
Lena
Larson
Tariff Talk Triggers Farmers Grievances and Optimism
A historical column rails at tariff policy worsening farm prices and boosting land values, arguing money proves persuasion with farmers. It cites corn at fifty six cents, oats thirty two, hogs six dollars per hundred, eggs twenty dozen, and predicts a prosperous era despite political rancor and tariff debates. It notes Taft breakfast with Seustor Cuming figures and remarks on insurgent factions lingering after official terms.
Farmers Stand Solid for Republicanism Amid Tariff Debate
The speaker argues that tariffs under Republican leadership protect industry and prevent price declines, contrasting with Democratic reforms. He claims farmers remember past panics and rising prices under Democratic rule and urge younger farmers to heed the President’s guidance.
Uncle Joe Cannon in Iowa to Speak at Knoxville
The famed entertainer known as Uncle Joe Cannon visits Iowa this week, delivering talks in Knoxville. He draws crowds as a heavily advertised yet controversial figure, praised for honesty and plain speech despite libel claims. Separately, Town university football was crushed 41 to 0 by Minnesota at Northrup Field, a defeat seen as another sign of ongoing struggles and calls for stronger, more durable players.
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Joe’ Cannon
Iowa
Knoxville
United States
State University
Minnesota
Northrup Field
Minneapolis
Town
U. TI
Dogou
Kasper Fallinson Predicts 1912 Republican Nominees
In a Democrat political column Kasper Fallinson predicts two Republican presidential nominees in 1912. He argues the GOP will solidify into one principled organization while renegades seek admission to the Democratic Party, which he says will reject them.
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Kasper Fallinson
Democrat
Bro. Fallinson
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Faltingon
Stand Patters Defend Against Free Trade Clash
The Baltimore News argues that the stand patters in the Republican party refuse to cut prices through foreign competition. They warn free trade would ruin industry and depress wages, stating the insurgents welcome intra party conflict to defend American labor and values.
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Republican Party
Baltimore ‘News
Fatherville Sees Growth Amid Political Talk
Fatherville continues to grow despite opposition at the atreat corner. Rumors place Fidlter E. H. Mayne of Emmetaburg as a possible candidate for congress in the 10th district. Mayne is described as honest if not handsome, with an unquestioned republican name and no renegade record.
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French
Fatherville
E. H. Mayne
Emmetaburg
Bro. Mayne
Iowa Farmers Back Prices and Tariff Watchdog
Prices of farm products show farmers in Ta. content with cattle and hog prices. They threaten political action against any who would lower prices. Farmers recall past lows like seven dollar cows and twelve to fifteen dollar two year-olds, while praising Dolliver and Cummins and noting demand drives value. Des Moines Capital notes farmers feel secure when world demand is high.
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Dolliver
Cummins
Des Moines
Lowa
Dollivers Reply Sparks Debate Over Party Loyalty
The Cedar Rapids Republican questions Senator Dolliver’s claim that the Republican party is defined by the people rather than a senate subcommittee. It argues the tariff bill was enacted with broad GOP support, not a few bolters, and labels Dolliver’s epigram as rhetorical but not truthful.
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Taft
Republican Party
Republcan Party
Senate
Dollivar
Republicas
Iowa
Deliver
Cedar Rapids
Decreasing Exports and Rising Imports Critique
The Chicago Record-Record Herald criticizes protectionists and Senator Aldrich for a 200 million dollar drop in exports and a rise in imports. It argues tariffs are harming American trade by reducing exports and allowing foreign goods to displace domestic work without addressing the wider balance of trade.
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Chicago
Aldrich and Company
Tck
Governor Johnson Estate Details Highlight Tax Debate
American Economat notes Gov. Johnson left an estate estimated at 15000 to 18000 with a home valued at 5000 life insurance 5000 car 1500 and several stocks. He was serving a third term as governor with a 45000 annual salary and additional income from Chautauqua lectures.
Hindu Widows Win Rights In India Advancing Female Uplift
A Review of Reviews summary notes Hindustan women rising to equality from seclusion in zenana. Widows of high castes may remarry as polygamy declines. Institutions train widows as nurses doctors teachers and missionaries to support themselves and aid East Indian society. Girls schools colleges and neighborhood centers become hallmarks of urban life.
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Hindustan
India
Taft Passes Lemons to Insurgents on Western Tour
President Taft appears to distribute crates of lemons during his broad tour of the western states, a scene noted as he hands out fruit to insurgent supporters amid the campaigning.
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Taft
Butter Price Paradox Stirs Public Gaffe
A witty quip questions how a man can obtain bacon without a pound of butter, reflecting everyday barter frustrations and social humor from the era. The remark highlights economic quirks and the reliance on staple goods in daily life.
Local Notes From Cedar to Spirit Lake and Beyond
Local items report Mike Albert visiting from Montgomery, Dow visiting Cedar, Turner to Sac City on lodge business, Jonsen from Minneapolis visiting the Hartung family, Hutchins of Algona visiting Wilsons, and couples driving to Fairmont. Church notices announce First Church Christ Scientist services October 10 at Des Moines and 7th, and a Gospel Mission in the Coon Block led by Evangelist F A Newville. The Vindicator and Republican Co. markets calendars for North Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa, with January salesmen to begin in 1911 and a strong, elaborately designed calendar line expected.
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Mike Albert
Montgomery
FE. Ju. Dow
Cedar Mea
W. EE. Turner
Sac City
W. EH. Jonsen
Minneapolia
E.E. Hartung
C. B. Hutchins
Algona
C.J. Wilson
Hutchins
Wilson
J. E. Cilaire
J. E. Stockdale
Fairmont
Carpenter
Geo. Groves
Ed Sanborn
Curley” Kingman
Frank Shadle
Spirit Lake
First Church of Christ Scientist
Des Moines
7Th Street
Coon Block
F. A. Newville
St Paul Park
Vindicator and Republican Co
North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Iowa
A Perfect Pup at London Dog Show
At the Peking palace dog association show in London, Mrs. Oroge's China dog Chu-Kar won Pierpont Morgan's price of 100 guineas. Mrs. Croas refused a $46,000 down payment for the little Chink about $200 an ounce. Plenty of dogs in China, but this was a perfect palace pup.
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Peking Palace Dog Association
London
Smyrna Figs Thrive In California Valley
Smyrna figs flourish in the San Joaquin valley of California as they do in their native land, reflecting the fruit’s adaptability and enduring cultivation in this major growing region.
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California
San Joaquin Valley
New Norwegian Railroad Reduces Oslo Bergen Trip Time
After completion of the railroad from Christiania to Bergen the journey between the two largest Norwegian cities can be made in 12 hours instead of 50 by sea. The total cost of this railway is estimated at $16,000,000.
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Christiania
Bergen
Real Estate Transfers Across Avon Area
Real estate transfer list includes multiple grantors and grantees such as Avon residents Avon Geo N to NEH Byfeld with land parcels, Isham George and wife to Mur Kor, Kirby Jno P and wife to J Werner, Peterson Joseph M and wife to Peter, Christine Quist to Matt Thielen, Hcharfenberg Lo H sud wife to Clarences HF, Bowser JB and wife to J A Wilson, A K and wife to Oak Hil Cemetery trust, Gillette Geo M to Theodore Donuts A Ryuard, Hulnes M Hlborte to Jessle HA Woollul, Hansen couple to Kiprine Jens Yen Gg, Howe Jaives to Louise Howe, Jones D Llewise to A Coeppersighth, Johnson Ort to Morten Sense, Knowles EF and wife to Joti kK rout, Loved O dress to W 4 Jadd, Hovenburs Wu and wife to Frank Hovenbure, and additional notes on Wallingford and Esth properties with various dollar amounts and parcel identifiers.
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Avon
NEH Byfeld
Isham George
Kirby Jno P
Werner
Ned YI
Nee Nage
Peterson Joseph M
Peter Wd
Lobtand
Eld
Matt Thielen
Quist
Christine
Matt
Hcharfenberg
Sud
Clarenes
Marcherville Bowser
J A Wilson
Hanjosr den
Uoats
Gillette Geo M Wna Wits
Hulnes
Budd Kathurville
vWf
Hansen
Kiptine Jens Yen
Howe Jaives
Louise Howe
Bik Ladd
Estherville
Stree Een Jones
Hovenburs Wu
Frank Tivenbure
Hkokae
Gua Merklin
Wallingford
Walden
Ostay Harten
Opinion That Counts and Private Opinion Power
A reflection quotes Thoreau on the supremacy of private opinion over public sentiment. It asserts that a person’s self-assessment guides their fate more than crowds or external pressure, highlighting inner conviction as the true director of life.
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Thoreau
Land Sale Prospect In Estherville Iowa Offered By Firm
A 60 acre tract is described as joining the corporation line of the city, well improved with no waste land and ready for sale. The Brown Richman Co. of Estherville Iowa invites interested buyers to inspect the property and discuss a rapid sale.
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Brown Richman Co
Estherville
Iowa
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