Major Holmes Nominated Amid Turbulent Iowa Convention
The long Iowa Ninth to tenth district convention at Webster City ended in a dramatic nomination for Major Holmes after tense balloting. Gov. Carpenter’s supporters were defeated as Holmes secured the nomination amid high emotion and partisan strain, with veterans and delegates displaying strong loyalty and disappointment.
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A.L. Trolies
Clarinda
Carpenter
Dolliver Asi Nender
Congress
Caneress
Boone Te
Tolinea
Kossuth
Howe Asa
Benson
Adgena
Milwaukee Road
Mir
Bennson
Iing
Beng
Ant
Lieil Liebrenel
Cotepeter
deati-Carpenter Forces
Nagi
Ohlaes
Carpenter Ss
Beerete
Trdia
Scott
Shvnels
Chittenian
Anmiehle
Holmes
Boone
Totnes
Segkh
Peouditon
Rcor
Rt. Dodge del Baton
Holbes
Anid
Far Aos Hav
Theit
Bears al
Gov. Carpenter
John Scott
Major Holmes
Todas
Sorecil
Fowi Dam
Republic
Olssiotis
Sinin
Indy
Women's Suffrage Views in Historic Editorial Debate
A fragmented editorial mounts a cautionary defense of women's suffrage, citing Utah progress and Wyoming, while criticizing Colorado for social harms. It argues the right to life and liberty precedes voting, asserting universal equality despite birthplace or race, and questions public morality and governance standards across states.
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Utah
Denver
Cripple Creek
Centennial
Churkos
Telitest
America
Rights and duties tied to voting and public service
A reflection states every person gains the vote as a privilege with obligations. It argues that voting entails duties like enforcing law and order in civil and military capacities. Those unable to fulfill these duties cannot justly claim the privilege.
Normal schools proposal aims for Knoxville site
The house committee on Normal Schools backed by 9 to 6 vote recommending a new normal school at Knoxville. Atlantic and Red Oak also sought schools, while Algona’s interests appear overlooked despite Representative Cawles’ ties.
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House
Novaal
Knoxville
Atlantic
Red Oak
Algona
Pars Siddathy
Cawles
Gov Announces Aides List For Governor’s Office
The governor disclosed his aides on Wednesday with names including Tian, E. B. Suntee of Danbury, Vruman A. Potter of Mason City, Charles E. Mitchell of Marion, ALA Ponguite of Colfins, Walter M. Davis of Town City, W. Bopp of Hawkeye, and Tierbert M. Bigelow of Grundy Center. The pharmacy commission and state health board appointments were not yet public but expected this week.
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Pharmacy Commission
State Board of Health
Tian
B. Suntee
Danbury
Vruman A. Potter
Mason City
Charles E. Mitchell
Marion
Ala. Ponguite
Colfins
Walter M. Davis
Town City
CG. W. Bopp
Hawke
Fragmented 19th century political squib and notices
A garbled local column criticizes party maneuvering and patronage while naming editors and officials. It mentions Commissioner Jomes Tas ordering restrictions on the Sioux, editors from Des Moines and Algonquin regions, Carnegie funds for Mexican whareries, a planned 10 million dollar steel plant, tariff revision hints, a Nebraskan train accident, and political seat trading across counties. It reflects a chaotic, partisan snapshot with multiple named entities and places.
World-Wise Popularity of Tet Springs of Arkansas
The famous Tet Springs in Arkansas attract thousands seeking health benefits as the season opens January 1. Under U.S. Government control, the baths guarantee moderate, good treatment. The Iowa Central Ry offers convenient round trip rates for visitors from the west and northwest. For details contact Gen. S. Butty, CG. P&T A., Marshalltown, Iowa.
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Tet Springs
Arkansas
Hot Springs
Ark
U.S
Iowa Central
S. Butty
P&t A
Marshalltown
Osa
A Cure for Lumbago Pain Balm Endorsed by Patient
A short testimonial from a Virginia resident claiming relief from lumbago after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The note notes years of suffering and that prior remedies failed, crediting the product with complete relief. Sold by Miller Drugist.
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W.C. Williminson
Aimulerst
Chamberlain
Miler
Interpreting Interstate Commerce Law Through a Father Son Lesson
A dialogue recounts discussions of the Interstate Commerce Act focusing on railroad discrimination, rebates, and rate equalization. The exchange contrasts state versus interstate shipping, the role of the Interstate Commerce Commission, and the behavior of trunk lines versus small railroads in setting prices and facing penalties.
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J.-L
Webster
Tammy
Htvo
Jdoes
Inter-state Commerce Commission
Traffc
Never-Siabe Commerce Commission
Elis
Justin
Joe-Chen
Charles Connechman
Phus
Hinwel
Commission
United States
Congress
Army Of Potomac Review And Snow Ball Fight
A diary style entry notes a grand review of the Army of the Potomac by General Hooker and President Lincoln at Falmouth with officials present. It describes cold windy days, snowball games, illnesses in camp, and passings, including Dun Perrvy's death, plus officers and recruits moving toward new assignments as April 1863 progresses.
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Joe Hooker
Lincoln
Caywry
Hooker Tesignes
Clark
Maine
Silas Crocker
Dun Perrvy
Tom Roberts
Dan
Kurbay
W. Haskell
Cliff Jones
Army of the Potomac
Haookey
Joe
Sedlwick
Siloctm
Brooks
Bartlett
Seapay
Cliff
Palmouth
Veronesday
Bakerstown
Elis
Army of the I’ctomac
Diary fragments from a Civil War marching period
A rough diary describes marching orders eight days rations and gear handovers to the quartermaster. Entries note prisoners, river movement, hospital ambulances to Washington, officers changes, Hooker injury and resignation rumors, weather, inspections, and a poker-like purse incident among regiments on April dates. Names mentioned include General Hooker and President Lincoln.
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Enna
Pic
Artilfery
Ibis
Prmay
Savurpay
Washington
Daggett
Lamont
Ina
Hooker
Lincoln
General Halteck
Falmouth
Saterpay
Maine Iy
Borrow your money of the County Savings Bank
A brief notice from County Savings Bank inviting borrowers to arrange loans. The text urges securing funds from the bank and outlines general borrowing options and eligibility. The item reflects a midcentury financial services promotion without specific terms.
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County Savings Bank
Ltt
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Cummins
Jomes Tas
Charles M. Duntin
Mairfield Ledger
Clargey Ingham
Algon Upper
Des Moines
Pp Cc. Hanna
United Shates Cor‘sul General
Andrew Carnegie
Mexico
Slanterey
Tanna
Cammini
Dolliver
Ind. D
Nebraski
Nebraska City Cribune
Spvanweer
Johnnie
Muller
R. H. Miller
The
Madelia
James Patterson
Prop
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