Taft nominated at whitehouse convention
The Freeman Tribune analyzes the national convention with Taft securing 702 votes four-fourths of the total while Roosevelt’s leadership is praised. Editorial weighs Taft’s record on law, labor, and the square deal versus Bryan’s Democratic bid and the odds in key states.
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Taft Nominated on First Ballot at 1908 Republican Convention
Chicago June 19 Taft of Ohio wins on the first ballot with 702 votes securing the Republican nomination as roars erupt from the arena. The scene features Theodore Burton nominating Taft as gallery tumult and chant fill the amphitheater while La Follette and Roosevelt delegates stir unrest in a tense convention.
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Sherman Named Vice Presidential Candidate on First Ballot
President Chicago June 19 Special to the Freeman Tribune Congressman James Sherman of Utica New York was nominated for vice president on the first ballot with 816 votes. He is a long prominent New York figure and popular at home. Iowa backed Cummins in caucus but Sherman victory seemed likely. Miss Mary Crawford of Fort Dodge wed Edmund Armstrong last evening at home. she is niece of Mrs Frances Kimball and daughter of Mr and Mrs R W Crawford.
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Hanrahan and O'Connor Promote Handcrafted Oxfords
Advertisement urges faster production of Hanan patent colt oxfords priced at $6 in big cities to cut to $4.50 per pair. Emphasizes superior footwear and urgency with a call to act now.
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Grace Riley and Ransom Stark wed at Riley home
Miss Grace Riley and Ransom Stark were married Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Riley. Several local residents shared in the wedding activities as neighbors and friends gathered in Kamrar area.
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Senators and Duty Rubs as Politics Plays On
Critics urge Senator Dolliver to shoulder a plain duty amid personal considerations as opponents label the political game a grand contest. The scene mirrors ongoing tensions in national debates over loyalties and public responsibility.
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Local Social Notes Include Visits and Jobs
Lincoln and Helen Talcott depart Saturday for Chicago to visit grandmother Talcott. The Gilmans of Williams report a Sunday call from Thos Gilmans while Caudle family celebrates a baby girl. Grandma Reece of Ledyard visits old friends as Sven Olson begins tiling work. Ed Hav firsten ditch and George Prescott busy with road work.
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Fourth of July Lacks Nearby Celebrations Across Hamilton County
Local youths lament the absence of a home Fourth of July event. June 17 reports note scarce festivities in Hamilton County with one main celebration and questions about where residents will spend the holiday. Community updates include illnesses, visits, and local happenings such as church services and farm incidents.
Local community notes from a busy week
Miss Catherine Stark returns from Des Moines for a week's vacation and plans to resume Drake University studies with sister Cora. Visits from Morrow family, Arthur Christoferson buys a rubber tired bogey, and many local youngsters attend dances and picnics. Sunday school organized at the schoolhouse and multiple family visits fill the week.
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Webster City Visitors and Family Visit Highlights
Mrs. Larry Mallow of Webster City is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. E J Heng. John Strever, working at the John Sparbee farm, spent Sunday with his parents in Webster.
Local Residents Attend Social and School Events
The community notes a procession of visits and farewells as Boone and Webster City residents journey to and from farms and schools. Teachers Eleanor Neese Elsie Fredricks and Vera Poulson wrap up terms with a Linn Lund and Pleasant Valley picnic.
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Attendance at Children's Day exercises noted in town
Large crowd gathered Sunday morning for Children's Day exercises. W C Merryman filling in at the drug store during Mr Horns absence. On Mr Horns return he will be accompanied by Mrs Horns and occupy the Perry cottage just completed. Mr and Mrs Geo DeMott host friends Mr Whitmire and daughter en route from California to Pennsylvania.
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Public works bid notice for Hamilton county drainage ditch
Sealed bids arrive at the Hamilton county auditor in Webster City by noon July 16 1908 for construction of Pelt drainage ditch No 50 Section 1 2900 feet 16 inch tile average cut 5.81 maximum 7.84 Bid must include 10 percent certified check. Work due by December 1 1908. References plat profile in auditor’s office Webster City Iowa. Dated June 15 1908. Q A Cragwick county auditor H W Stafford chair.
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Notice to Contractors for McMahon tile drain district 33
Notice to contractors outlines work on McMahon tile drain in drainage district 33 with Sections 4 and 4 500 feet 12 and 10 inch tiles and specified average and maximum cuts. Completion by January 1 1909. Signed A Cragwick county auditor and board chairman. Dated Webster City Iowa June 16 1908.
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