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Newspaper
Webster City Tribune
Location
Webster City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1906
Page
3
The Freeman Tribune argues against taxing corporations and supports taxing individuals with higher incomes. It notes concerns about fair distribution, cites small stockholders, and warns that a corporate tax would unfairly burden the many with modest holdings while the rich escape.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette argues for a wealth tax as a fair contribution from the rich to government and reflects on the Gillette case. It notes the Supreme Court did not rule on the tax itself but on provisions, and counsels balancing sympathy for a murderer’s family with the need to punish crime.
The Iowa City Republican is urged to scrutinize the University of Iowa budget requests for 1907 1909 and identify specific cuts to each line item rather than advocate across the board reductions The piece encourages the party to use its influence to aid the legislature by detailing necessary reductions and avoiding vague opposition.
A refined social event was held at the Willson avenue home of Hon. J. L. Kamrar honoring retiring Judges J. B. Whitaker and J. H. Richard. A three course turkey dinner followed by whist and 500 entertained about thirty guests from the local bar and friends.
J B Stafford of this city buys a half interest in N L Rood and Son Implement business. The N N Rood share is sold to Stafford and the firm will become Rood and Stafford with L C Rood retaining half. The roller skating rink portion of the building will be run by L C Rood and Stafford after Stafford purchases Will B Rood’s share.
The Northwestern railroad company remains embroiled in a legal battle to avoid paying the assessment for the Johnson drainage ditch. Witnesses and experts testified that the project would bring little benefit to the road, while cross examination suggested limited subject knowledge among some witnesses. Meanwhile, a separate note corrects an earlier report about a case between International Harvester Co. and Wilke Grain & Elevator Co., stating the matter is not settled and the defendant has ten days to plead. The local business notices record changes at Servis millinery and Servis harness shop, now to be known as Servis Briles Millinery Store, with Briles taking over the harness business and joining a new secondhand venture on Seneca Street.
Judge elect C G Lee names W Weston of Ames as court reporter to replace Judge Richard. Lee to open term in Nevada January 7 with Weston starting there. Weston previously served as reporter under Judge Richard and is deemed capable to perform duties satisfactorily.
In Fort Dodge officials refuse to name those accused as a company coal theft ring is investigated. Special Agent W T Divineen declines to reveal guilty parties or discuss the matter. Eleven people are implicated including department heads and foremen. Fuel valued at over 400 dollars is alleged to have been stolen since September by loading coal onto spur cars and using draymen to deliver it to employees.
J. P. Rasmussen of this city and his son Alfred who clerks in the Chag T. Smith clothing store at Williams plan a visit to Denmark Europe in the latter part of the month. They expect to be away about three months sightseeing and visiting at various points in Europe. Their friends wish them a pleasant trip and safe return to their Iowa home.
Dan Shea will give away a $265 double buggy harness on January 1 1907 at 8 PM. Interested buyers may call the shop to examine the harness and learn details.
Low rates announced for travel to Salt Lake City Utah for the National Wool Growers Association meeting via the Northwestern line. Excursion tickets to be available January 14 15 and 16 with favorable return limits. Applications to agents Chicago and Northwestern Railway.
County Superintendent elect J M Holaday plans to inaugurate a county teachers association and hold meetings monthly. The first session is set for the Friday evening in February at Williama with a second meeting planned in Jewell. Details of the program are not yet available.
Readers find a quick lift with a local feature praising rest and relaxation. The piece notes simple ideas to ease fatigue through community routines, home comforts, and small daily rituals. It frames these tips as friendly, practical guidance.
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