Senatorial Clash Over Allison and Dolliver Reelection
Senator Dolliver and Judge Prouty clash over Senator Allison role and age. The Register and Leader backs Cummins while opposing Allison. The Chickasaw County Republican convention dispute and subsequent retractions are noted along with editorials from the New Hampton Courier and local political commentary.
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Chickasaw County
Cummins
Perkins
Cie
Register and Leader
Moses Waste
New Hampton Courier
Courier
Iowa
The
Edito
Weaver
Grangers
Tmns
Chickasaw
Dolliver
Ames
U. S
Lane backs Allison over Cummins in Iowa senator race
The Webster City Freeman Tribune notes Mr Lane’s shift in support from Cummins to Allison. It argues Lane remains loyal to Mississippi River counties and highlights freight rate advantages for eastern Iowa as a key factor.
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Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Lane
Allison
Cummins
United States
Mississippi River
Iowa
Missionaries Sought for Council Bluffs Preachers
Attorney-general Byers has rattled ministers who have winked at gambling and open Sunday saloons while a push to send missionaries to Council Bluffs targets reform of local religious leaders and practices.
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Council Bluffs
Byers
Grinnell Herald chides its own tone in Taft era notes
The Grinnell Herald criticizes its own paper for mudslinging and discord in its Des Moines speeches. It notes Judge Prouty and Hull era tensions, mentions Lafe Young as Chicago convention delegate, and urges Iowa Republicans to unite for a harmonious Taft support.
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Grinnell Herald
Judge Prouty
Des Moines
Reform
Hull
Herald
Lafe Young
Chicago
Lowa
Iowa
Taft
Public Archives of Iowa Report Highlights State Government
The Public Archives of Iowa by Benjamin F. Shambaugh, issued by the Iowa historical department, covers the legal status of every state office and institution. It draws on session laws and legislative records to aid lawyers legislators and officials, serving as an index to state government and a time saver for researchers.
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Public Archives of
Iowa
Benjamin F. Shambaugh
Historical Department of
Ericson
Shambaugh
Public
Bradshaw and Quade Named for Taft Flying Squad
The Register and Leader endorses Chas S Bradshaw Des Moines and C R Quade Ames as suitable Republican delegates from Iowa 7th district to Chicago Roosevelts true type men will back a ahead policy at the national convention Bradshaw Quade would form a strong team for the delegation Gov Larrabee may react to Cummins letter coverage by the standout press
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Register
Chas. S. Bradshaw
Taft
Bradshaw
Des Moines
C. R. Quade
Ames
Iowa
Chicago
Roosevelt
Quade
Robbins Roam Mahaska County in January Mystery
The Oskaloosa Herald notes robbins seen around Mahaska County in January. The sightings are linked to Major Lacey, suggesting a local curiosity or chase.
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Oskaloosa Herald
Mahaska County
Major Lacey
Joint Debate Proposal Between Dolliver and Judge Prouty
A reader proposes a public platform uniting Senator Dolliver and Judge Prouty for a joint debate. The idea envisions a civic discussion contrasting legislative aims and judicial perspectives to inform voters.
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Senator Dolliver
Judge Prouty
Ice crop ripens with age like other things
A concise note observes that the ice crop, much like various other commodities, tends to improve as time passes, suggesting potential quality gains through aging.
A Vicious Currency Bill Criticized by Editors
The St Paul Pioneer Press argues against Senator Aldrich’s currency bill on the Senate Finance Committee, calling it vicious. The piece warns of pressure to admit state and municipal bonds and railroad bonds, boosting bond values and extending bond use for currency.
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Aldrich
Senate Finance Committee
Treasury
Congress
St. Paul Pioneer Press
History and contents of the Iowa Journal of History and Politics
The January issue highlights several studies including Pelser on the Democratic party in Iowa Territory, Clark on liquor legislation 1846 to 1861, Parish on an early fugitive slave case, and Rich on the Color Bearer of the 12th Iowa Infantry. It notes new features such as an index of historical articles and citations for Iowa governors.
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Iowa Journal of History and Politics
The
State Historical Society
F. Miller
Lyon
Missouri
Illinois
Iowa
Intelligencer
Register and Leader
Burlington
Ice man forecasts good harvest for crop season
A terse note hints that the ice man expects favorable conditions for the upcoming crop cycle, suggesting optimism about supply and market demand amid changing weather.
Governor Larrabee Omits Taft in Hopeful List
The Nevada Representative notes Governor Larrabee’s letter naming Roosevelt LaFollette Cummins Folk Johnson and others as great men. Taft is absent from the list, raising questions about sincerity and belief in the governor’s statements.
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Larrabee
Roosevelt
LaFollette
Cummins
Folk
Johnson
Taft
Judge Prouty
Nevada
Governor Larrabee Praises Governor Cummins in Favorable Letter
The Osceola Herald reports that Governor Larrabee sent an admiring letter to Governor Cummins. While his praise is extravagant in parts he avoids insulting opponents and refrains from broad attacks on dissenters.
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Prouty
Larrabee
Hough
Gov. Cummins
Oskaloosa
Joe Scott Visits Father in Kelloggs Ave Returns to Parker
Mr. Joe Scott of Parker formerly from this vicinity has spent the past week visiting his father Mr. Andy Scott on Kelloggs Avenue and looking up old friends.
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Joe Scott
Parker
8.D
Andy Scott
Kelloggs Ave
1909 Law Interpretation Ahead for All Towns
The 1909 election produced no vote on the issue and will effect biennial elections thereafter. The opinion will be mailed to every town in the state as many have requested interpretations of the law, with those towns having voted in this year receiving them.
Will Make No Mistake Prank N Fowler for Ames Official
Cambridge Leader endorses Prank N Fowler as a qualified candidate. He is a longtime Ames citizen with broad backing from trusted locals in Story County. The editorial urges voters to elect him for the office.
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Prank N. Fowler
Ames
Story County
Cambridge
Republican County Committee Meeting Called in Nevada
Republican County chairman L. M. Bosworth convenes the central committee at the Court House in Nevada next Tuesday afternoon February 4 at 2 o'clock. All members urged to attend.
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Republican County Committee
L. M. Bosworth
Republican Countyentral Committee
Nevada
Court House
Osteopaths to Organize District Association in Des Moines
Osteopaths of the Seventh district plan to form a district association in Des Moines on February 14 at the Still Osteopathy College. The group will include practitioners from the counties within the Seventh congressional district to improve work among members.
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Des Moines
Still Osteopathy College
Seventh Congressional District
Two Headed Articles Appear Without Credit
A county seat newspaper reports two articles from our last issue were reprinted nearly word for word as specials with no credit. The Colo Observer condemns the practice as dishonest and improper.
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Colo
Lame Shoulder Cured by Pain Balm Claim
Mrs. F. H. McElwee of Boistown New Brunswick reports left shoulder pain yielding quickly after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The testimonial states prompt relief after trying the product. Sold by Loughran & Bauer.
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Chamberlain
F. H. McElwee
Boistown
New Brunswick
Loughran & Bauer
Bakery Changes Hands in Watertown Sale
A. H. Sluman of Watertown has purchased the bakery and confectionery store of John E. H. Judge. Possession was given yesterday. Sluman is an experienced baker who ran a large Watertown establishment and will continue the wholesale ice cream business in connection.
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A. H. Sluman
Watertown
Ls. D
John EH. Judge
Sluman
Fresh Clean Bills Needed to Guard Public Health
A Marshalltown Times-Republican note laments filthy currency circulating in the country. A $1 bill was found to harbor 73,000 microbes under a microscope in New York, and coins were also dirty though less so. It cites reform efforts and asks what Iowa is doing for workers needing homes and farms for the future.
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New York
Norwegian Forest Society
Iowa
Marshalltown
Republican
The Future Lumber Supply
Norway plans to expand timber production and export options amid government measures to stabilize the wood sector. Officials aim to boost domestic supply while exploring markets abroad and supporting forestry communities through policy and funding.
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The
Government of Norway
Bucket Captain to Headline Armory Benefit Sale
The notice announces a February 7 Armory benefit event led by Captain Bucket. Tickets or seats are on sale at Bosworths drug store on Tuesday morning.
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Capt. Bucket
Armory Rade
Bosworths Drug Store
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