Twenty fifth Annual State Convention of the Republican Party
Announcement for the Twenty fifth Annual State Convention of the Republican Party of Iowa to be held in Des Moines on June 27 1977. Nominations for Governor Lieutenant Governor Superintendent of Public Instruction and Supreme Judge. Calls for unity in support of rights liberty and justice and a strong carefully administered state government. By order of the Republican State Central Committee Henry Letcounox Chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Pes Moines
Legal Blue
United States of America
Confederation of States
Republican Party
Republican State Central Committee
Henry C. Letcaunox
Board of Supervisors Delays Several Important Matters
Proceedings note that today's board session defers mention of numerous other issues of considerable importance.
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Board of Supervisors
Editors Seek Publication Hint From President Hayes Letter
The remark suggests editors anxious to print Hayes letters should avoid overhype. It echoes Zach Chandler's maxim Never hunt for ducks with a brass band, warning against ostentatious display in pursuit of a scoop.
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President Hayes
Gen. Garfield
Zach Chandler
Demand for Southern candidate speaker grows louder
The surge in calls for a Southern candidate for speaker intensifies as Mr. Randall’s zeal for Spanish American trade fuels suspicion he opposes Southern improvements. The letter he sent is viewed as an unfortunate move that weakens his stance.
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Tre
Randall
Uncle Jimmy Blue Jeans in Indiana Eye on Presidential Run
The piece hints at Indiana Governor Uncle Jimmy Blue Jeans pursuing a presidential nomination. It suggests his recent log rolling display aims to educate the nation and questions if he has shed his blue jean breeches, implying he cannot win without them.
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Jimmy Blue Jeans
Indiana
Jimmy
Predictions and politics questioned by Mr William Allen
The text notes that William Allen, while well connected to the future, is not uniquely insightful about Ohio politics. It recalls his past forecast of a 50,000 Democratic majority this fall and contrasts it with his earlier optimism before the 1875 greenback downturn.
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Hayes
Ohio
William Allen
Mr. Allen
Allen
Greenback
Westervelt in solitary confinement amid Ross case turmoil
The piece questions Westervelt's detention as a friend of Douglas and Mosher, noting his long isolation and family hardship. It argues there is no legal basis for keeping him jailed without confession, warns against torture, and mentions a Pennsylvania Legislature committee examining prison inmates, with a suggestion they may interview Westervelt.
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Ross
Westervelt
Douglas and Mosher
Pennsylvania
Mississippi on Trial for Murder Law and Moral Energy
The article argues that Mississippi must judge its criminals and be judged by how it enforces the law. It warns that a weak jury sense and lax punishment turn an assassin’s act into the community’s crime, implying swift justice is needed to avoid global condemnation.
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de Kalb
Mississippi
Kemper County
Educational meeting in Iowa previews June sessions
A Des Moines gathering of educators and county superintendents sets the week of June 25 for the State Normal Institute and County Superintendent Convention. Programs include lectures on arithmetic reading grammar and didactics, plus discussions on supervision legislation and examination procedures.
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Des Molnes
Des Moines
Hughes
A. E. Bucklin
Charles City
H. Db. Todd
Sigourney
Hl Clemmer
Davenport
E Baker
Oskaloosa
J K Sweeney
Waterloo
Lucy Curtis
Wheatland
W Spear
Gilman
Mary McCowen
Fellows
Iowa City
A W Stuart
Ottumwa
G Gilson
Pairfield
F Arey
Cedar Falls
J W Stewart
Sheil Rock
M Foster
Dexter
L T Weld
Cresco
J W Johnson
N Fellows
J F Thompson
Elkader
Prin. H Boltwood
Princeton
Ill
County Normal Institutes
R M Ewart
Delaware County
Butler County
T S Snell
Ida County
M M Jerman
Washington County
LS McCoy
Hardin County
George
Blackhawk County
Clemmer
Scotton
T J Brant
Fremont County
W Johnson
Mahaskabury County
E FE Frink
Cedar County
A Gifford
Marshall County
J M Porter
W BR Akers
Association OF Principals and City
Ohio understates service share amid national appointments
A historical note argues Ohio has far fewer federal posts than states like New York and Pennsylvania. It lists Ohio and rival state counts across State Department, Navy, Army, and Quartermaster roles, and cites congressional representation as a basis for “spoils” division.
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Ohio
State Department
New York
Pennsylvania
New-York
Quartermaster’s
Army
Navy
Congress
Impeachment of South Carolina Judge Wright Sparks Debate
The South Carolina Legislature impeached Associate Justice Wright of the State Supreme Court, amid claims of deep prejudice against blacks and concerns about his fitness. Observers note he lacks substantial legal knowledge, has few written opinions, and has been seen intoxicated in public, with impeachment and suspension voted on drunkenness.
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South Carolina
Wright
State Supreme Court
Hayes
Hampton
Iowa County Board of Supervisors Jun 1877 Proceedings
The minutes cover six days from June 4 to June 9 1877 with the Iowa County Board of Supervisors meeting at Nevada Iowa. They approve yesterday's minutes, allocate funds from Poor Farm Bridge and County funds, authorize liquor permits for C J Lander, review treasury vouchers, and order various road repairs and improvements, including a grant for a bridge, sidewalk work, and courthouse maintenance. The board visits the Poor Farm, remits a tax penalty on specific properties, and adjourns sine die.
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B.S. Barber
Nevada Township
Foiles Road
C. J. Lander
Nevada
Iowa
Tex
Seal
JR McDonald
A JR McDoneld
Holland
J W Breezley
Bobo
Carter, Hussey & C
J C Mitchell
J Bradley
Chandler
Scott Pauper
Cofund
McCain
Seston Cesspeanis Cincelh I Gall
Ind
Creek Bay
Hambleton Mds
LaFayette
Chancey Craig
W Tyler Constable
D Thompson
New Albany
Tindall
Palestine
Sherwood
Riehland
J F Gillespie
Sherman
Balliol
John Kirkendall
Ealennnen
Bent Drehaphengerm
Washington
Semanas Warces
Mills
Treasuer
Hague
John R Hays
Alderman Hardware
P W Hopkins
Hoygant i
Jac Evanson
el Uca Oaper
Nellis
State
Cook
Smith
Fees
Dutton
Koch
Ogden
Compton
Conner
John Sawyer
M Kelley
H Dye
FUNIE
China
Aero Ie
County Instituto
Sane
API Poe
Sheriff of
Story Co
Tempo Cororation
Elliot
Lincoln Township
Richland Township
Sherman Township
Shearer
Rock Creek
Indian Creek Township
Aramount
Indian Creek
Iowa Center
Cambridge Road
Skunk River
Story City
LaFayette Township
Superior Evartson
Palestine Township
Peter Christian
Poor Farm Fund
R. Hansen
Howard Township
J. Duen
Cambridge
Court House
J. A. Fitchpatrick
Wm. Lockridge
Lockridge
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Ades
State Normal Institute
Prin CE E Smith
Bellevue
Prin
Pais
Seerley
Welgwood
Atlantic
Proceedings
Board of Supervisors of
Story County
Evanson
County Fund
Teachers Fund
Permanen
TE Fund
Unt
Court House Fund
LW King
dJany
Bridge Fund
Insane Fund
Ment
All'd
Wilcos
Mallen
SU Dye Do
Dougherty Ass
N. Albany
II Stevens
Milford
Viland
Croney
Jacob Ross
Dolland
Howard
Hoadiey “ Cole
AH Bock “ Franklin
James Earl “ Richland
Mullen
LA Ringheim
Balliett County
Paxton Asseesor
Joan Evanson
Joan R. Hays
State Fund
Potter’s Hardware
East Locust Street
Capital City Hotel
J. K. Barlow
Ames
Ise
East Des Moines
Armers
Warran
Ted
S. H. Shelly & CO
M. Chaney
Queens
Wm. D. Lucas
Ames, Story Co
Sells Exchange
U. S
Europe
R. Chamberlain
Bonebrake & Hulett
Jared C. Parker
Story
Boone
Chas. B. Orser
Butler
Ames, Iowa
Kitch
Undertaker
Charles B. Orser
MO. J. Bousquet & CO
Tilden & McLain
Apothecaries
Bigelow
Tildens
All Good
H. Bowers
Rome, N.Y
Black
Union Graded School
HALY
Isaac Black
WNO. J. Bousquet & CO
Onondaga and
Douglass Streets
Family Fa
Slingerland
Ki. van Dusen
New City Drags
Theveugfity Fittodt
Florence
Roy
Manil
Prevance Machine Co
Maca
Hemip Co
Atau
Awe
Ee & CO
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