Morgan’s Indian affairs plan faces confirmation battle
The piece argues General Morgan of Rhode Island should be confirmed as commissioner of Indian affairs and pursue a nationwide graded school system funded by a three and a half million dollar appropriation. It notes opposition from a Roman Catholic lobby and critiques mission schools. It also includes a lengthy letter from Wyoming about oil prospects and a first elk hunt narrative.
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Senate
General Morgan
Rhode Island
Offee
Morgan
Washington
Carlisle
Hampton
L. H. Bingham
Ervay
Wyoming
Ames
Casper
Wyoming Territory
United States
Pacific Slope
Dry Creek
D. P. Smith
Republican caucus nominates Allison on first ballot
The Republican Senatorial caucus met last Thursday night and unanimously nominated Senator Allison on the first ballot.
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Allison
Senator Leeds Proposes Australian Ballot Bill for Iowa
Last Thursday Senator Ed Leeds of Manchester introduced a bill adopting the Australian ballot with 30 modifications for Iowa voters. The measure aims to reform ballot casting and enhance election transparency within the state.
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Ed. Leeds
Manchester
Iowa
Major Lacey’s Months Outshine Predecessor Weaver
Editor notes that Major Lacey has achieved more as a practical legislator in one month than General Weaver did in all his years in Congress from the same district. Gate City commentary highlights rapid local impact and contrasts leadership.
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Major Lacey
General Weaver
Congress
Gate City
Walker Blaine Dies in Washington at Age 29
Walker Blaine son of Secretary Blaine died in Washington January 15 after contracting La Grippe with acute pneumonia. His death leaves vacant the position of solicitor of the State Department which he had filled with credit and ability.
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Walker Blaine
Blaine
Washington
State Department
Reception Honors Governor Boies and Family
Governor and Mrs. Larrabee hosted a brilliant January 14 reception honoring Governor Boies and his daughter. The event drew a large crowd and marked a fitting social close to a successful administration.
Governor Larrabee’s Opinion Sparks Senate Snub Debate
A Times Republican interview preceded a caucus seen as snubbing Governor Larrabee. The tone questions the governor’s expression of his view while defending his right to opinions.
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Larrabee
Ohio Senate Faces Brice Residency Question
Calvin S. Brice was elected senator from Ohio last week amid claims he resides in New York, which could render his election unconstitutional. The senate must decide the residency issue while observers criticize office selling to the highest bidder.
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Calvin
Brice
Ohio
New York
Senate
Broadening Representation for State and Local Interests President Urges Unity
A speaker urges shifting focus from clamor over electing men to represent classes to recognizing the value of national and local service. He says the best congressman serves country, while legislators advance state town and district interests.
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Congress of the
United States
What is an independent in Iowa politics
In a commentary on Iowa legislative experience the writer asks what defines an independent and suggests independents may be Democrats in disguise. The piece notes Republicans helped elect self described independents and hopes the current session teaches a lesson about party alignment.
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Iowa
Anglo-African convention selects officers in Chicago
W A Pledge of Georgia was chosen president and J T Pelham of Missouri secretary at a Chicago meeting. A resolution asked Congress to appropriate 3100 000 000 for emigration of white citizens from South Carolina Alabama and other Southern states. Letters from prominent figures were read including Judge Tourgee advising secrecy to avoid murder and outrage.
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Chicago
W. A. Pledge
Georgia
J. T. Pelham
Missouri
Congress
South Carolina
Alabama
Orchard lad and apple returned under tree
A farmer spots a tiny boy under his orchard tree with an apple. The boy explains he planned to place the fallen fruit back on the branch. The scene captures a child’s earnestness and a rural moment.
Emigration Proposal Sparks Racial Debate Among Southern Politicians
Senator Butler and allies urge aiding black citizens to emigrate while Anglo African convention calls on Congress to assist white emigration. The piece notes the majority status of negroes in the South and questions northern sentiment as insiders urge whites to relocate.
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Senator Butler
Notice of administration for Sarah Cook estate
On December 31 1889 the Story County District Court appointed Jaura A Crane Administratrix of the Sarah Cook estate. All debts must be paid and claims presented to the court for allowance. Dated December 1882.
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District Court
Story County
Iowa
Sarah Cook
Jaura A. Crane
Eighth Day Proceedings of Story County Board of Supervisors
The record covers January 14 1800 and January 15 1890 meetings. It notes districting of counties for supervision, tax cancelation on Fred Corlins, appointments of deputies Minnie Mills and John Kirk, bridge fund allocations, and salary orders for county officials. The report includes approvals of county officers bonds, official papers for the year, bids for pile bridges, and a full county treasurer semi annual financial statement.
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Nape
Ersland
Stewart
I. Reid
Osmund Holland
J. A. Mills
Erst
Liddle
New Alkans
Nevada
Lincoln
Richland
J. R. Stewart
LaFa
Howard
Franklin
Warren
Milford
R. W. Liddle
Collins
Union
Palestine
Indian Creek
Grant
Washington
Anson Ersland
Ana
Fred Corlins
Camb i
Ole O. Roe
J. M. Ingram
Co. A. Wood
Minnie A. Mills
John T. Kirk
I. L. Smith
Jonas Duen
J. M. Brown
Soldiers Relief Commission
A. Ersland
Des Moines
County Farm and Infirmary
C.G. McCarthy
Chas. W. Mead Jr
Wm. Mead
State of Iown
Story County
Iowa
Perc
C. A. Wood
J.C. Wilcox
Ames Intelligencer
Ae County
Oial
Paul F. Jones
Davis Hanks
P. F. Jones
Board of Supervisors
A. P. King County
Marie M. Carrell
Henry Wilson Jr
M. W. Gossard
J. Q. Burgess
County Farm
Tees
Anfen Ersland
Bo Attest
A. P. King
Seema
Amt
Binter
Brubaker
Nowning
Nordskog Bros
Btory City Coal Co
Qt Pet Gane
McCammon
Wwe
H L Carrell
F A Norris
Larson & C
Moise
L Oliver
H Wood
H Woodruff
Élio Do
Sheehey
Loughran
Library Fund
Hemeieten
I Geo G Tilden
Carter & H
Blank Books
Ee Ore Son
A & Son
Alderman & Son
Egbert. Rman
Hansell
Mdse
la Printing Co
Matt
P&sonn
Ole O Roe
Ballou
G Ashford
Wonsey
Macs Ferpeurer
Gandrup
Reed
Hoover
Piet
John
Johnson
Toamt
Joan
BO Yalland
Relerk
Feyne Son
McCarthy
J E Duncan
Henry Wilson, Jr
St Board OF Health Fund
Bowen
Shedd
Ovell
W Ozman
Dan McCarthy
Dmge
Boynton
Briggs
Nimal Fund
Anfi Sorstaud
Om Olle
RK Stewart
Wu Owen Oreen
Gev
Erickson
N Chitty
Whitvenger
Frank W Hill
Soldier's Relief Fund
Miles Pearson
Trugtesy
J. A. Mitta
Uncle Sam Medicines Sold By All Druggists
Uncle Sam's Condition Powder and Uncle Sam's Nerve and Bone Liniment are advertised as two great medicines sold by all druggists for general ailments and daily use.
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Dr. Winchell
Uncle Sam
Positive remedy claim for consumption offered by T A SLocum
A letter to the editor touts a cure for consumption claiming thousands have been permanently cured. The author offers two free bottles to readers who send express and post office addresses to 181 Pearl St New York for verification and trial.
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T. A. Slocum
M. C
Pearl St
New York
Clinton girl burned popping corn warns girls
A young girl in Clinton suffered serious burns while popping corn. The incident is presented as a cautionary tale urging girls to rely on young men to handle the popping.
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Clinton
Spavin Linament Claim Sold by Ames Druggist
gs English Spavin Linament removes all hard soft or calloused lumps and blemishes from horses. Blood Spavin Curbs Splints Sweeney Ring bone Stifles Sprains all Swollen Throats Coughs etc. Save 50 by use of one bottle. Warranted the most wonderful Blemish Cure ever known. Sold by L M Bosworth Druggist Ames.
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L. M. Bosworth
Ames
Calais Dover Channel Bridge Plans Proposed for 30 Miles
Early plans outline a bridge across the English Channel from Calais to Dover, potentially thirty miles long. A prior tunnel proposal faced public resistance in England due to fears France could invade during war.
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English Channel
Calais
Dover
Channel
England
France
Syrup of Figs Promotes Healthy Liver and Digestive System
Pleasant California liquid fruit remedy praised for easy use and benefits to Liver Kidney Stomach and Bowels. Westerman Co sells 50 cent and 1.00 bottles.
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California
Westerman & Co
Accusation of Abandonment Turns Friendships Sour
A sharp remark accuses someone of claiming friends desert them while they themselves abandon others. The speaker contends the pattern mirrors past behavior and loyalty is questioned in a tense exchange.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad Offers Reward and Testimonials
One hundred dollar reward offered for an incurable catarrh case. F J Cheney and Co of Toledo Ohio advertise Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucus system remedy. Endorsing signatures from local merchants and a Toledo National Bank cashier affirm business integrity and product effectiveness. Price is 75 cents per bottle.
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Tax Intelligencer
Chamberlain
Westerman & Arnold
Hall
F. J. Coenny & Co
Props
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney
West & Truax
O. Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
E. H. van Hoesen
Toledo National Bank
O. Hall
A Pup’s Quiet Inborn Traits Match Its Dog Lineage
A short observation notes how a seemingly mild pup consistently proves its canine nature, despite expectations that it might turn out differently for its breed.
The Best Salve for Cuts and Sores Guaranteed
A nineteenth century advertisement promotes a salve claimed to cure cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions or piles. It promises satisfaction or money refunded and is priced at 25 cents per box available from all druggists.
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Anna M. Kelley
Cambridge
H. F. Broward
Government of Assessors
Coccas
Clyde
Claims List
Hanson
T Dawley
H Addison
Murray
Cunningham
State Litho Company
Geo
Kinney
C Murphy
Cory
Jacob Horner
Bo Geo Stitzell
Med
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Gee ‘i
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A. Erstanpd
Cham
Ayer
A. Carley
Brooklyn
R. &. Drake
M. D
Beliot
Kans
C. O. Lepper
Fort Wayne, Ind
Avei
W. D. Salt
Bippus
Ind
Abraham Hare
Bellville
Boston
Philadelphia Press
Europe
Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co
Lowell
Mass
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C.a.snow &Co
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Patent Office
Washington, BD. C
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Ohie
William Kline
Harrisboro
W. J. Bi‘nacre
Benger
BE. C. Allen &O
Augusta
Maine
Howe
Jaques
Woolford
Eilbert
Prudence
Wickers
Timmins
Simmonds
Thomas Roppes
Bakerfield
Bucklen
All
Dr. King
Max O’rell
Santa Claus
K. Fairbank & CO
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Great Southern Weekly
Joe Chandler Harris
Anete Remus
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Deaken
Wilie
WM. Hansell
Atlas Engine Works
Indianapolis, Ind
Areerica
J. M. Peeples & CO
J. P. Watson
Postoffice
Ambs, Iow A
John H. Queal & Co
Isolicit
Read’s Meat Market
Pam St
Ansas City and
Peoria
ST. Louis
Marshalltown
Mason City
Keithsburg
Morning Sun
Oskaloosa
Spirit Lake
Coloradaea
Pacific
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