Tariff views spark newspaper feud and party loyalty
The Britt Tribune and The Advance spar over tariff policy and party endorsement with editor Bailey rebuked for partisanship while urging practical examination of tariff schedules. The piece praises Governor Blaine era reciprocity ideas and defends cautious, merit-based lawmaking amid county politics in Kossuth and Palo Alto.
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The
Britt Tribune
Coy. Cummins
BLN
Bailey
Bro. Bailey
Union
James G. Blaine
Blaine
Blame Located in Theater Fire Verdict
Coron ers jury took three weeks to determine responsible parties for a theater disaster. Eight people named include Mayor Harrison, Willd Davis, Gen Williams, Edward Laughlin, William Sallers, James Cummings, Wmn McMullen, and Fire Marshal Musham. Findings cite drapery and arc-light contact, noncompliant building and fire safety ordinances, inadequate asbestos curtain, enclosed aisles, missing fire apparatus, and failures on stage and gallery inspections.
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Harrison
Willd. Davis
Gen. Williams
Edward Laughlin
Williams
William Sallers
James Cummings
Wmn. McMullen
Musham
Chicago
Underhanded thrust in Iowa political race
Brother Mayne of the Palo Alto Reporter quotes Judge Quarton saying Col. Ormsby has no chance at congress. The remark, dismissed as low politics, contrasts long-held friendship between Quarton and Ormsby and notes Kossuth county backing Quarton while maintaining a favorable view of Ormsby.
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Brother Mayne
Palo Alto
Judge Quarton
Col. Ormsby
Congress
Bro. Mayne
Kossuth County
North district seeks a new congressman for delivery
The letter blasts long neglect of the north half of the Tenth district asserting the south has secured every federal appointment and major project. It praises a northern revolt, notes the southwestern congressman pushes for a federal building in Emmet and contemplates one in Hamilton, and argues the north deserves a chance to prove capable leaders.
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I]nois
Central Railroad
Husling
Emmet
Hamilton
Aha
North
Unclear Campaign Notes Question Bancroft Denial of Aid
The Bancroft Register questions Judge Quarton’s nominating chances citing abroad impressions that he would swing to A. D. Clarke if he lost. The piece condemns alleged underhand politics by Bro. Laidley and defends Quarton’s integrity in a race against a congressman who has rewarded friends with offices. It also mentions A. O Clarke’s support for Barton's nomination and notes Swedesboro New Jersey events involving Mrs Jessie Fullerton.
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Bancroft Register
Judge Quarton
A. D. Clarke
Bro. Laidley
Conner
Dark Horse
Postoffice
Clarke
Barton
Fragmented Iowa political chatter and local crime notes
The column mixes birth notices, political candidacy talk in Webster Crawford counties, a reaction to railway free transport bills, a sleigh ride death near Blaine, harsh weather and beef demand amid Russo Japanese tensions, an ancient butter jar exhibition plan, wolves chasing two lawyers, a Des Moines death, Morningside college scraps versus a Mos cow student exile, and Rockefeller's gift to the University of Chicago amid ongoing debates.
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Morningside College
Moscow
Siberia
Judge Quarton Urged for Congress by Local Friends
Judge Quarton, praised as an able, modern scholar and loyal public servant, is urged by supporters from Webster and Crawford counties and others in the district to seek Congress. They argue a shift from southern to northern representation is due and that his integrity would honor the district if elected.
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B. A. Plummer
Forest City
Judge Quarton
B. L. Ormsby
Conner
Big Tenth
Winnebago County
Webster
Crawford
Mr. Plummer
Hontas
Absentee Corwith man and odd umbrella tale
A Corwith Hustler note questions the identity of an absent minded Corwith man who laid his umbrella to bed and stood in the hallway corner all night. The item hints he may be related to a Wesleyan man accused of assault at a barn, later excusing it by mistaking his wife for an old cow.
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Corwith
Wesley
Iowa Republicans Divided Over Blythe Delegate Power
The Sioux City Tribune criticizes Mr Blythe for claiming power to permit delegates at large from Iowa and notes his willingness to permit Cummins Allison and Dolliver. The paper mocks his authority and suggests Blythe would prefer different delegates if he truly had such power.
Judge Quarton Faces Strong Backing in District Convention
Judge Quarton has built loyal support in the district, with friends ready to back him to the limit. It is expected he will enter the upcoming convention with a strong following, as reported by the Pocahontas County Sun.
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Quarton
Pocahontas County
Fences Weak Near Home Fight for Conner
Calhoun County News notes that Conner appears set for a tough struggle as his defenses are judged weaker than claimed by supporters. The report frames the issue as a local confrontation over stability and strength.
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Conner
Calhoun County News
Electric Bitters Prove Best Remedy in Family
I J Green of Lancaster New Jersey reports chronic indigestion and nervous debility for years. After using Electric Bitters he notes they helped him more than any medicine. His wife also praises them for female troubles and general invigoration. They endorse Electric Bitters as a family staple. Only 40 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by E J Conner.
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I. J. Green
Lancaster
N. J
E. J. Conner
Good organ for sale cheap by M BP Weaver
Classified note offers a good organ for sale by M. BP Weaver and mentions Moore Bros advertising coal stock and piano tuning service requests at Youman’s candy store. Beary’s ELE listing appears. The item emphasizes a cheap organ, piano tuning inquiries, and local business references.
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M. BP
Weaver
Youman’s
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