Henderson praised as harmonizer in final congress days
Washington reports that Speaker David B. Henderson has steered the Fifty seventh congress through a notably smooth second session. Lawmakers credit him with clearing calendars, pushing the appropriation bill, and promoting efficient work, as they prepare to felicitate him when he steps down in early March. The move ends a long Iowa leadership era and leaves the third district in a changed posture.
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Iowa
Iowa Leads All In Education Say Senate Figures
A Senate debate on the omnibus statehood bill highlights Iowa moving to the forefront in education. Figures quoted by Senator Lodge show Iowa’s population rising 70 percent from 1870 to 1900 while illiteracy fell from 4.7 to 2.8 percent, demonstrating the strength of its common school system and openness to immigrants seeking knowledge.
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Jan Tealmof
Laurels for Ackley High School Debate Victory
A town debate at Ackley on municipal ownership of utilities drew five hundred attendees. Ackley supporters touted the win as proof of public ownership benefits, while Hampton delegates argued private control could still be improved with oversight. Judges praised the event and a reception followed the verdict.
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Mason City
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Ames
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Timm
Bob Saleg
Howard Rath
Howard Crawford
Flo
Philadelphia
Busse’s Death Sentence Delayed by Supreme Court Appeal
A Bremer county case against Lois a4ee, the Butler county wife murderer, faces a potential delay as Busse appeals to the state Supreme Court. If the high court affirms, the governor will set a new execution date. a reversal could lead to a new trial or different sentence. The jury previously found Busse guilty of first degree murder and imposed the death penalty.
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Butler County
Supreme Court
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Busse
Bremer County
Injustice of Railroads Prefers Ice Over Coal
An 1890s letter argues railroads prioritize the ice business over coal shipments. It notes grain cars stranded near Ackley while empties go to Madison for ice, causing coal shortages and implied suffering. The writer urges railroad officials to prioritize coal where supply is tight and criticizes the Chnois Central for favoring ice over coal.
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Prospective builders brace for brisk season and steady prices
Building contractors forecast a busy season with estimates rising beyond last year while keeping prospective projects under wraps to avoid sparking bidding wars. Material costs remain near 1902 levels with prices per thousand for dimen sion and other basics listed, including shingles and siding. The Tribune notes a sensational pursuit to bury a woman’s name amid revenge plots linked to Pilgrim references.
Supreme Court: Rath Wins Against Bell for Lumber Claim
The Iowa Supreme Court sustained a lower court ruling that Charley Bell must pay a lumber claim to Andrew Rath. Rath supplied material for Bell’s farm buildings after contracts with F. Orr and others, with Orr shorting deliveries. The case, including costs and interest, totals about 1200, and the decision upholds the plaintiff’s recovery.
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A Week of Local Entertainment by Ackley Knights
Ackley residents were urged to attend five evenings of events from the 17th to the 21st with dancing and notable performers. Prof Matlack and Ernest Schmidt head an organ and vocal recital Sunday at the Presbyterian church, drawing praise for the program and the performers. Ed Dyer reports he is working near Pomona with a 20 acre fruit farm. he notes heavy snow in February in Morgan Hill area, the first in eight years. BE Welch predicts a supreme court compromise verdict in the county Albrook tax forfeiture dispute, suggesting the contract may be void and county funds need not be repaid.
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Hardin County
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Snowbound funeral and dairy fair plans amid 1900s Iowa notes
A Wednesday diary entry notes heavy drift blocks passage around Ottowar near Robertson delaying a funeral for Jacob Kha meier’s child. Cedar Tapide Thuraag hosts an annual meeting with B Shilling as president and a three member committee to push a dairy exhibit at a world fair. At Cherokee Asylum John Bunter, once of Cleves then Sibley, is now a mate there. The "Flora Dora" girls are advertised to appear at the K of P fair for five nights next week.
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Prairie dog ponders tunnel problem in neighboring village
A prairie dog exploring new territory backs out of a subterranean home pre-empted by a rattlesnake. He notes the villagers share the same tunnel challenges faced elsewhere, reflecting on cross-species similarities.
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Limberg burial announced near Britt Iowa
Obituary notice for Sonrad Limberg of Britt area, aged 68, who died Monday at home three miles southeast of Britt after long illness. Funeral from family residence tomorrow. Incidentally noted are local news bits on visitors, farm talks, and ads for household goods, services, and local business.
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