Republicans of Story County Delegate Convention Notice
The Republicans of Story County will meet in delegate convention at the Court House in Nevada on Saturday August 5 1893 at 11 AM to nominate county officers and elect fifteen delegates to the State convention in Destin August 16 1893 and fifteen delegates to the Judicial convention of the lth Judicial District. Each township has two delegates plus one for each fifty votes or major fraction for Benjamin Harrison in 1892. Also an order of Republican County Committee J F Reep H C Boardman Secretary Chairman Nevada June 23 1893.
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Story County
Court House
Nevada
Board of Supervisors
Oroner
Destines
Benjamin Harrison
Republican County Committee
J. F. Reep
H -C. Boardman
Tama Candidate for Representative Nominated by Republicans
W. O. Payne faces action by the Republican county convention as a candidate for representative on the Tama ticket.
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Tama
Republican County Convention
W.O. Payne
Fragments Hint at Fishing Message and Grover
Incomplete text references going to smash and fishing with a line about Grover and a successful catch. The exact facts are unclear but imply a casual report or anecdote about fishing activity and a person named Grover.
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Grover
Mrs Potter Palmer Pays Admission To Aid Poor Children
Mrs Potter Palmer contributes her official salary to fund admission for poor children on children's day at the fair.
Weld Candidacy Praised By The Register
The Register alludes to the candidacy of principal L. T. Weld of Nevada praising his talents and character.
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L. T. Weld
Nevada
Governors Election Mentioned by Inter Ocean
The Inter Ocean notes only Iowa Ohio Virginia and Massachusetts elect governors this year while Illinois and Colorado are not on the list.
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Iowa
Ohio
Virginia
Massachusetts
Illinois
Colorado
Tariff- Albany Journal Cites Business Strain Not Tariff
A Democratic paper argues no contributor, including key Democratic leaders, attributes the business downturn to McKinley tariff operations in Albany. The statement frames the tariff as not the cause of current economic stress.
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Democratic Statesman
Albany
N. Y
Evening Journal
Tin-plate trade easing awaited after tariff changes
The London Economist notes that the uncertain McKinley Tariff depresses the Welsh tin-plate trade while expecting eventual benefits for English commerce once changes occur.
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America
London Economist
Debate Rule in African Tribe Amidst Civilization Claims
The text claims a tribe in Africa requires public debaters to stand on one leg and speak only as long as they can stand. The note contrasts this with Western civilization and labels others as savages.
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Africa
Will of the late Drexel admitted for probate
The will leaves books pictures and works of art to Drexel Institute with a sizeable bequest. The estate is estimated at 30 million dollars and provisions provide for the institute. It is believed the sudden death was an oversight and his children will manage the care of the bequest.
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Drexel
Drexel Institute
Anthony
Republicans to pick county candidate for state legislature
Story county caucuses Saturday will decide the Republican nominee for the state legislature this fall. Candidates John H. Williams W O Payne of Nevada J A Smith of Zearing and A L Stuntz of New Albany compete with party support seen as split among Washington and local delegations.
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John H. Williams
W. O. Payne
Nevada
J.8. Smith
Zearing
A. L. Stuntz
New Albany
Williams
Washington
John H
Smith
Ayne
Mr. N
Stuntz
Story County
Death of Gen William Vandever in California
Gen William Vandever died at his Ventura residence from heart disease aged 76. He served Iowa in Congress starting 1858 and 1860, led the Ninth Iowa Volunteers, became brigadier general in 1862 and brevet major general, commanded divisions in the Thirteenth to Sixteenth corps, and later served as Indian affairs inspector under Grant. He moved to California in 1884, represented Iowa's Sixth district in the 50th and 51st Congresses, and held various offices. His funeral occurred Tuesday. Born Baltimore March 31 1917, he migrated to Illinois in 1889 and Dubuque in 1851.
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William Vandever
Ventura
California
Congress
Iowa
Ninth
Iowa Volunteers
Fourteenth
Sixteenth
Grant
Sixth
Gen
Vandever
Baltimore
Maryland
Illinois
Dubuque
Annual mad dog scare prompts calls to muzzle dogs
The piece mocks the yearly panic over hydrophobia and urges rational dog care. It notes many fear deaths from fear rather than disease, defends friendly breeds, and argues against indiscriminate muzzling while proposing the extermination of vicious animals and better treatment of well-behaved dogs.
County Convention May Name Likely Slate for Local Offices
The county convention will largely settle on a slate of incumbents for local offices with a possible contest only over coroner or surveyor. Likely nominees include Miller for treasurer Ashford for sheriff Reed for superintendent Shaw for supervisor and M C Allen may seek surveyor if he accepts. Coroner Dr Chamberlin may wait on delegates August 6th.
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Miller
Ashford
Reed
J. B. Shaw
M. C. Allen
Chamberlin
Agriculture and political chatter from a dry season
Weather is hot and dry with haying nearly done and oats harvest underway. The crop is short and rusty. yield around forty percent, corn looks decent at eighty five percent. Prices near eighteen cents a bushel expected. money tight. Politically upbeat Democrats and Populists, with Republicans despondent, while locals remark on social rumors and community notices from Nevada and Bethany.
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Iowa
God
Grover
Stewart
Erb
W. W
Miss May Hardy
Dakota
Effie Armstrong Taylor
W.W. Spring
C. Barbour
Chaney Mills
Nevada
Squaw Creek
Billy
Bro. Clark
Bethany
Joe
Steve R Pic
Montreal convention unites many churches and nations
The Twelfth International Convention of the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor in Montreal drew about seventeen thousand delegates from the US, Canada, China, India, Ireland and beyond. It endorsed devotion to Christ, loyalty to local churches, and interdenominational fellowship with resolutions praising the city’s welcome and reporting large growth in societies.
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Montreal
America
United States
Canada
China
India
Ireland
Paris
New South Wales
San Diego
South Africa
Spain
Madagascar
Australia
Japan
Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor
F. E. Clark
Jesus Christ
Society of Christian Endeavor
Montreal Pos
City Press
Associated
United Press
Y P S C E convention in Montreal draws vast global delegates
The Montréal Y P S C E gathering closes as one of the best, with 16 000 to 20 000 delegates from around the world. Two meeting spaces, drill hall and large tent, are festooned with colors and flags. Mayors and foreign missionaries attend, stressing soul winning, Christian citizenship, and youth work.
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Montreal
Y. P. S.C. BE. Society
Rufus Miller
Brotherhood
Endeavor Society
President Cleveland and Iowa Democrats Face Patience Test
A garbled report discusses President Cleveland, Iowa Democrats, and delays in appointments. It questions whether political attacks will matter and notes disappointment with the administration and the prospects for democratic growth versus Republican reactions.
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Cleveland
Iowa
Grover
Kansas Legislature Passes Two Finance Bills
Closing days of the session saw two bills approved by the Governor. One bars lenders from forcing repayment in gold. The other grants 18 months to redeem foreclosed property, allowing the owner to stay in possession during that period.
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Kansas
Editorial Ride to Chicago Offers Fun Over Duty
The writer urges William W Payne to skip political duties for a Chicago trip on August 3 1893. It highlights free railroad passes cheap lodging and Midway amusements as tempting contrasts to the risk of political clashes and injury at the next general assembly.
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W. &. Payne
Chicago
William
General Assembly
Unclear political climate ahead as new administration settles in
The passage notes uncertainty and distrust in the wake of a new Democratic administration. It observes quieter business, less planning for improvements, and a wait-and-see attitude until congressional actions on fiscal policy and reforms are addressed in the near term.
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Lcan c
War clouds in Siam and France stir regional tensions
Fragmentary report suggests Siam seeks stance between France and Britain over port concessions while Britain faces pressure to intervene. The piece hints at Russian involvement and a potential wider European conflict, with voices urging Britain to act or stay aloof.
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Siam
France
England
Emigrants from Red Sea Tramp Ship Arrive in New York
New York authorities confront a puzzling crisis as the tramp Steamer Red Sea lands eight to nine hundred sick and pauperized emigrants. Officials debate sending them back to deter future illegal arrivals, while urging relief for the desperate newcomers.
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New York
Red Sea
Republican Platform and Victory Outlook Commentary
A political notice predicting a wise platform at the Republican State Convention. It expects a strong ticket and successful voter turnout in November to support Republican candidates.
Editor Late Young Sets Chicago Trip for August 3
Des Moines editor Late Young plans an editorial party to Chicago August 3 expecting over two hundred papers represented. He believes the excursion will repay criticisms from detractors and notes he is now solid with newspaper people.
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Late Young
Des Moines
Chicago
Late J
Perkins Named U S Senator to Fill Stanford Vacancy
Governor Markham appoints former Governor Geo C Perkins as United States senator to fill the Leland Stanford vacancy. The Republican pick will serve until the California Legislature convenes.
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Markham
California
Geo. C. Perkins
United States
Leland Stanford
Sena
Perkins
Velasco Texas Commercial Club Ad Promotes Health and Growth
Velasco offers health sea air and comfort with easy ship traffic and early ripening fruit. Fresh vegetables all winter and a soil hot-bed promise good investments in the South. Cold snap 25 degrees above zero, warm spell to 92. Commercial Club Velasco Texas invites investment.
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Velasco
Texas
California
South
Commercial Club
Excursion Tickets From Iowa Central Ry To Northwestern Resorts
M W Bushman attorney at law Cambridge Iowa advertises court practice and solicits correspondence. The Iowa Central Railway offers low rate excursion tickets to Clear Lake Spirit Lake Lake Minnetonka Okoboji Lake White Bear Lake Detroit Lake Devil's Lake Moose Lake Spring Park Excelsior Springs Duluth Ashland West Superior St Paul Minneapolis and other northwest summer resorts with ticket details at agents or via Thos P Barry or A E Banks.
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Iowa Central Railway
Clear Lake
Spirit Lake
Lake Minnetonka
Okoboji Lake
White Bear Lake
Detroit Lake
Devil’s Lake
Moose Lake
Spring Park
Excelsior Springs
Duluth
Ashland
West Superior
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Northwest
Denver
Pueblo
Colorado Springs
Manitou
Colorado
Iowa Central Ry
Thos. P. Barry
A. E. Banks
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Union National Bank
Ames
W.M. Greetry
E. R. Chamberlain
Cashier
Atlas National Bank
Third National Bank
Vailey National Bank
Story County Bank
Parley Sheldon
Best Insurance
B. J. Shelden
J. A. Fitchpatrick
Jowa
S of Star Co
Smith & Son
Lows
Read’s Market
Sale Stable
Allen & Morris
the Intelligencer
K. Wilson, Publishers
Aie
Palestine
Gen. Vandever
Pennsylvania
Presbyterians
Congregationalists
Baptists
Disciples of Christ and Christians
Ftill
Nmcreas
W.C.T. U
Pomeroy
Kelly
Joe Ingram
Ingram Bros. Nevada
Western Railways
Helena
Montana
Laramie Plains
Boone Standard
Council Bluffs
Missouri Valley
Boone
Hornstien
Dugan
Quade
Delmonico
Brownlie
Arcade
College Notes
Shaw
Stanton
Board of Trustees
Y. M
Wilson
Michner
Vittum
Grin
McGee
Cedar F
Alls
Michnel
Y. S
Y.M.C. A
Pres. Beardshear
Prof. Wilson
Col. Hoggatt
P. O’brien
W. W. Spring
Madrid
Slater
Steve
Bassett
S. P
Perry Scott
Bedford
Indiana
Lake Geneva
Prof
Patrick
Chase & Sanborns
Java
Chase & Sanborn
Boston
Hamilton & Co
Kp Sant
Burrell
See’y Baer
Portland Maine
Ames Markets
Heengse
Kenneth Whitaker
Main
Ames, Iowa
National Buildin and Savings Association of
Pa Iowa
S. L. Moore
W.H. Crooks
Star of the South
M. W. Bushman
Cambridge
Price
Martin Ss
P Martin
Russell & Erwin
Bingham & Co
Choice Land For Sale
Jim River
North Dakota
James
Jamestown & Northern
Tare
Albert Ionomp
Ween Ipestoue
Chicago & North- Western Ba Y
Chicago & North-Western R’y
M. Hemstreet
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