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Webster City Tribune

Location

Webster City, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1903

Page

3

Reciprocity and protection in American trade policy

Editorial argues that reciprocity must align with protectionist principles. Gov Cummins contends exports require a fighting tariff and flexible executive power. The piece praises the Cuban reciprocity treaty as a start and urges broader, lasting reciprocal markets with the Philippines and beyond, linking trade to national strength.

Philadelphia Gov. Cumming Iowa Bogton Senate Philippines United States Canada Mexico Central America Antiles South America

Greene County View on Jefferson Bee and Congressional Race

The Greene County view celebrates Judge Quarton as a potential U S House candidate while praising Congressman Conner for strong support in Greene and nearby counties. It notes unrest in Hamilton and Kossuth with possible candidates and cautions against weakening a proven incumbent. A brief advocacy for Foley’s Kidney Cure ends the notice.

Jefferson Bee Quarton Algona Judge Conner Tenth District Judge Quarton Congressman Conner Greene County Calhoun Webster Hamilton Kossuth Dolliver Congress Pdjonet

Personal Gossip Roundup of Local Visitors and Trips

Roundup details guests and travelers in Webster City and Kamrar. Notables include Robert BE Jones’s Chicago visit. John Whaley at his Kamrar farm. F F H Ferbitt of Jewell. Mrs Judge Richard visiting Jewell. extended family gatherings and anniversaries at Wilke home. Iowa Falls and Blairaburg business visits. Irving Olmstead visiting northern Minnesota families. multiple departures to Chicago Des Moines and Louisiana. students and professors returning for holidays.

Robert BE. Jones Chicago John Whaley Kamrar Jevening F.F. H. Ferbitt Jewell Judge Richard William Wilke H. F Wilke A. H. Phinney Iowa Falls Webster City Chas. Roller Williams A. V. Burcham Blairaburg Irving Olmstead Minnesota Hahne DeFranco Okerbloon Chas. Soule R. B. Martin D. Porter Stanhope Buslness S. H. Miller Des Moines Siadden Eugene Oregon EB. D. Burgess Anna Morria Sioux City Sackett & Cornell Geo. R. Bradbury

Jewell Defeats Stratford in Close Bowling Contest

Jewell defeated Stratford by a thin 70 pin margin across three games at Walton and Shaffer alleys. Jewell totaled 2188 to Stratford 2118 in a tight afternoon match.

Jewell Des Stratford Walton & Shaffer

Bank Robbers Still At Large In Garden City Heist

Garden City bank robbers remain uncaught after blowing open the bank safe with nitroglycerine. Four men used two top buggies to flee south, eluding pursuers as efforts continue from Radcliffe to McCallsburg. Police chase includes sheriffs of Story and Eldora counties and rural telephones in use.

Garden City Aomer Pearce Homer Radcliffe Ballard Fred McCallsburg Eldora Story County Fidelity & Casualty Company of New York

Judge Quarton Seeks New York Pitch For Tenth District

Algona candidate for congress Judge Quarton toured the area assessing the field for the Tenth District. He expects several contenders to challenge incumbent Conner, noting Boone and perhaps Webster counties may field favorites. Hamilton County's contest remains unclear as to sponsoring candidates.

Quarton Algona Conner Kossuth County Boone Webster County Hamilton

Opinion on district representation and Christmas window displays

The text discusses whether Quarton should receive a commission to represent the district while noting the public preference for Judge Conner. It then describes Christmas displays in city windows, highlighting Metcalf & Lewis and a Mueller window featuring a tin Ferris Wheel powered by electricity, attracting attention from children.

Quarton Free_man-Tribune Conner House Santa Claus Metcalf & Lewis Santa Mueller

Grover Brin Damage Case Draws Court Attention

The Grover Brin damage case continues in district court and is unlikely to go to a jury before tomorrow noon. The term extends an extra week due to substantial equity business, with libel suits deferred to next term.

Grover-Brin Freeman-Tribune

Northern Iowa judicial fight likely settled on return

Washington dispatch says congressmen plan to fix the northern Iowa judicial fight during holiday recess. They will depart and expect to finish the contest with few ballots and a swift selection of the next judge when they reconvene for the January caucus.

Washington Iowa

Fort Dodge Trains Not Restored After Petition

Omaha area trains connecting at Fort Dodge with the early morning and the evening schedules will not be replaced. Fort Dodge Commercial Club had urged restoration through a petition but received notice that the request was denied.

Hiinoig Central Omaha Fort Dodge Fort Dodge Commercial Club

Christmas flower shop offers framing and repairs

Christmas advertising promotes cut flowers and holly for the season plus picture framing repairs and various repairs. It notes a display of flowers and invites calls to phone 1274 for TREAT & MILLER, af-t-1.

Busineda Treat & Miller

Permita Extended for One Month In 1904

Due to IL Central railroad delays in issuing clerical permits for 1904, permits issued for 1908 will be valid until January 81, 1904. All agents and conductors have been instructed to honor permits issued by the Western Passenger Association until that date.

Ilinois Central Railroad Company Western Passenger Association

Blood Jersey Red Boar Listed for Sale

Full blood Jersey Red boar offered for service in January under owner Charles Stoddard at 1246 F111 location.

Injauire of Chas Stoddard

Louisiana Day Observed Across Schools for 100th Anniversary

The centennial Louisiana Purchase observance spreads through Iowa schools as city and rural districts mark Louisiana Day with programs and flag day ties. State Superintendent Barrett orders observance. about 18,000 schools participate while city high schools close for two weeks vacation.

Iowa Louisiana Barrett Gerber Louisiana “Purchase

MacKown's Shortage At UC Finance Meeting

The University of California board finance committee reveals former Secretary MacKown's deferrals may total at least $40,000, over seven years. MacKown attended the conference and was placed in custody of the sheriff. The loss reportedly came from private benefactions, not the university's general fund, and the scandal will be fully investigated.

Board of Regents University of Calfornia MacKown MacEown

Right to Be Fools Debate on Gender Double Standards

A column questions unequal expectations as a woman and a man each pursue pleasures outside the home. It argues a wife’s Friday night bowling, saloon visits, betting, and socializing would trigger divorces and social condemnation, challenging assumed male privilege.

Death of Miss St John's Father in Ann Arbor Mich

Miss Helen St John received word her father died last night at his Ann Arbor home. She rushed to Ann Arbor to attend the funeral after not being warned of illness. A brief local note records the sudden family tragedy and travel plans for the wake.

Helen St. John Ann Arbor Mich

Iowa Paving Sidewalk Co Promotes Cement Work Offer

The Iowa Paving Sidewalk Co announces it is organized with a president and manager ready to perform cement work including sidewalks paving blocks artificial stone curbing retaining walls driveways cellar bottoms and more. The blocks are movable and reusable and they seek public patronage from Webster City contact F. A. Conkling or J. E. Olmstead.

F. A. Conkling E. Olmstead Webster City

Profit From Feeding: Aims for Health and Growth

The article stresses proper feeding for both animals and children, arguing science guides farmer profits. It highlights Scott's Emulsion as a balanced food boosting flesh blood and muscle, with cod liver oil aiding strength and bone development.

Special westbound Illinois Central train with Commodore Gerry

A special Illinois Central train went west yesterday under Conductor Keenan and Engineer Scott. It carried Commodore Gerry of the U S Navy en route from Chicago to Omaha, along with a party of distinguished guests bound for Omaha to meet him.

Illinois Central Keenan Scott Commodore Gerry United States Navy Chicago Omaha Gerry

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