Estherville News Notes July 23 1908 Harmony in Politics
The Estherville and Emmet County paper blasts factionalism among candidates urging unity. It notes Geo R Roberts’ reappointment as Mint director after previous term and presidency at Commercial National Bank Chicago. The piece questions Roosevelt’s retirement and mocks Dolliver and Gumming as potential presidents.
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Gov Carroll on Good Roads in Iowa
Des Moines reports Gov B F Carroll praising Iowa s good roads drive as a national issue. He cites the River to River Road and highlights editor George Harbey of North American Review of Reviews praising road investment. He notes Iowa has progressed this year and that farmers across the state are inspired to improve roads.
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Eastherville
Iowa Leaders Call for Peterson Law Reform in State Address
In Des Moines last week Governor Carroll signaled support for amending or repealing the Peterson law, arguing it hurts Iowa by driving capital away and harming home corporations while urging safeguards to avoid crippling industries. The piece notes Republican candidates' meeting endorsing unified party action and hints at debate over hunting license revenue.
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Iowa
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State taxes and road needs dominate Iowa issues
The article notes that 4000 of Iowa’s 6000 corporations have paid their annual tax with a $2 penalty starting September 1 for delinquents, while debates over public hunting grounds and road improvements for hunters and farmers continue. It also reports the state fair’s success and includes brief real estate transfers and a local dispute over wheat straw value, with Griffith’s bluff called.
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