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Newspaper
Webster City Tribune
Location
Webster City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1907
Page
5
The Freeman-Tribune discusses Taft prospects, tariff adjustment, and interstate rail fare. It notes a $200,000 Marathon Texas rubber plant using guayule shrub and argues for a Texas industry. The piece defends Gov. Cummins and criticizes attacks on Senator Allison, urging Iowa to stay aligned with Republican leadership and election results.
The Freeman Tribune cites party welfare over electoral success while noting Allison’s long battle for Iowa. The Sioux City Journal adds that Allison has fought many battles for Iowa and the state can afford to fight for him.
In Des Moines the Capital notes that the so called progressive statesmen cling to a national administration that has rejected progressive policies including Canadian reciprocity tariff reform and selective free trade. The piece frames the clash as a friction between reform labels and federal repudiation.
The piece argues that tariffs should remain stable to avoid harming business, citing Allison and Roberts and noting past revisions. It questions whether the Free man Tribune will back the party’s convention stance and defends the Freeman Tribune’s long loyalty to Republican tickets.
A Nevada Representative argues that the danger lies not in rate legislation but in a hostile government climate. Railroads and stockholders adapt to policy but fear governors and legislators who seek glory by railing at railways. The railroads push to control politics, aiming to place allies in key offices.
A rushed print interview pledges support for Senator Ali son and denounces attacks on corporate wealth. It argues railroads must obey the law, stop election interference, and allow business interests to flourish, urging the public to demand a square deal and self-run government.
Sioux City Journal debates whether primaries replace party caucus in selecting U S senators. It questions if legislators will follow district instruction or the statewide caucus verdict, noting standpatters doubt legislators will ignore constituents. The paper mocks the Sioux City editor for crafty reporting.
The Freeman-Tribune argues the legislature should respect voters in Iowa and not disregard the primary’s outcome. It contends a caucus dictated choice risks public backlash, urging acceptance of the primary winner unless the Democrats win the chamber.
The article argues circus families are fading as parents push children toward other careers due to risks, pay, and short careers. It cites Europe as an example with single rings and daily practice, stressing the value of dedicated tuning over multi-ring spectacle.
J Davenport plans the June 26 28 Iowa state Sunday School convention marking 40 years since the privilege began. A 2000 passenger steamboat excursion is planned and Kansas reported 1600 delegates this spring. The Iowa Sunday School association boasts 400000 members and 3500 officers. B F Mitchell and M F Strausser appear in notices regarding programs and career move respectively.
The Iowa Weather and Crop Service bulletin notes a week ending June 1907 as nearly ideal for temperature sunshine and rainfall. Crops show improvement with oats advancing on moist land. barley and oats heads appear. pastures and meadows improving. garden truck and potatoes thriving. small fruits fair.
Town farmers are urged to attend the National Corn Exposition in Chicago from October 5 to 19, 1907, with over 14000 dollars in cash prizes and many special awards. Iowa is highlighted as a premier corn state, with officials Gurt M. Treat and M. L. Bowman coordinating information and samples for contests.
The Bourne home on the east side of the river was struck by lightning during Sunday morning’s electrical storm. H B Bourne was dazed briefly after waking to tend rain exposed chicks, the telephone shattered and minor damage reported with no serious injuries.
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