Freeman-Tribune notices June 22, 1906 edition
Public notice listing publication by the Freeman-Tribune Publishing Co dated June 22 1906. Notices pertain to local legal and community matters as printed in the Freeman Tribune.
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Newspaper
Webster City Tribune
Location
Webster City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1906
Page
3
Public notice listing publication by the Freeman-Tribune Publishing Co dated June 22 1906. Notices pertain to local legal and community matters as printed in the Freeman Tribune.
The piece surveys 1908 political maneuvering in Iowa with Bryan as Democratic hopeful and Roosevelt linked to unity. It compares figures from Freeman-Tribune and Reporter on Cummins and opponents, noting disputes over Crawford County and party realignment ahead of August 1.
The Webster City Freeman Tribune denounces wild claims by Des Moines Capital Waterloo Reporter and candidates as it renews demand for a statewide primary. It notes Ed Hunter's campaign tactics, contests for 259 delegates, and calls for a primary law to curb such maneuvers.
Clinton Herald notes Secretary Shaw as a man with a steady job seeking trouble while Times-Republcan says he speaks like a bishop and behaves like a roaming horse trader.
Davenport Democrat argues Democrats should stay placid and neutral as Republicans clash. The paper jokes that both parties perform rival shows and that the spectacle entertains, likening the scene to two showmen vying in the same town without seeking admiration or price.
E H Hunter a Burlington railroad man rose from telegraph learner at 16 to operator with New York Central. In 1870 he joined Burlington after Charles E Yates, superintendent of telegraph, invited him west to Iowa.
Coln Nebraska notes reveal lasting ties to the Burlington system. Mr. Hunter arrived in Burlington to begin work in April 1872 and served at Corning before rising to general agent with Des Moines as headquarters. He chaired the Democratic state central committee, was postmaster of Des Moines in 1894, and remained a trusted figure in politics and business.
The letter rails at The Sioux City Journal for misrepresenting primary results. It argues Gov. Cummins won Scott, Delaware and Chickasaw and warns of a convention contest by Hunter Blythe forces to deny re nomination. The piece says such acts would disrupt the party and state unity.
Mr. Vernon Record argues Iowa should reflect on whether the current primary system works. He cites Dubuque County where a man named a delegation and then sold it, Page County where Lewis led in popular vote but lost delegates, and Montgomery County where Cummins failed to win a delegate majority, prompting a violent incident in Red Oak.
Critics accuse Judge McPherson and Senator Tillman of manipulating a governing convention to aid a gubernatorial candidate. Allegations involve bought delegates in Chickasaw and Delaware counties, contested seats, and ballot irregularities in Cedar Falls East Waterloo Wapello Burlington. Citizens are urged to write Senator Stuckelager and county nominees about their duties.
Davenport reports quote E P Adler of the Times accusing Perkins supporters of rigging the county convention to name delegates and alleging their reports were prearranged. The Times and Davenport Democrat note Perkins papers claim majority but Davenport’s editor defends neutrality and fairness.
Fort Dodge reports the Crooked Creek option expired June 10 and was forfeited by Seman interests. Mr Hamilton, recently returned from Europe, is en route home as negotiations loom. Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern Manager Blake is a key player eyeing Webster City and gypsum mill districts, with other parties unnamed.
Webster City Alumni Society plans a home talent farce drawn from history and modern politics. Ten men and ten women will headline in a rip roaring production with local humor and burlesque on the suffrage issue. Miss Lyon’s play promises enthusiastic reception if cast is secured soon.
Judge John Murray Dowie of Essex Iowa testifies in Chicago room surrounded by Zion City deacons and elders. He recalls supporting John Alexander Dowie and sending him to Edinburgh College, saying he went astray only after embracing faith healing fame.
Mr and Mrs Harvey Bosworth went to Colfax this morning where Mrs Bosworth will receive treatment at a sanitarium for rheumatism. She has endured the ailment for some time and hopes for relief. Her friends wish for her speedy return cured.
M E Springer of Dew Moines who was twice denied a gas franchise in this city today passed through on route to Fort Dodge. Now in gas plant construction, he saw Webster City Gas company progress and asked to be remembered to local business leaders. He sought the names of local parties involved and wished success to the plant operators.
A timeless exhortation urges sharing kindness without shame or fear. The write urges generous, pleasant words to uplift others, noting many go hungry or face bereavement and would value thoughtful acts over material flowers.
The Sioux City Journal reprints a distorted Scott county contest account disparaging local coverage. A Davenport dispatch claims to expose the prevarication with a vote showing 128 to 29 for Cumming while denouncing the distortion and noting a local pharmacist advertising catarrh cure for $1.
Chief of Police Ash announced a reward of 85 for the conviction of anyone tearing down new street ordinance signs. The department stresses signs aid to enforcement and public awareness.
Northwestern line offers Saturday excursion tickets to Clear Lake Iowa for a popular resort. Tickets are limited for return until the following Monday inclusive. Apply to agents Chicago and Northwestern Ry. 8-11.
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