Twenty-first Anpuwai State Republican Convention Nomination
The Twenty first Anpuwai State Convention of the Republican party of Iowa will meet in Des Moines on June 27 1877 to nominate a candidate for governor one for lieutenant governor one for superintendent of public instruction and one for supreme judge The call invites all to join in the convention and campaign affirming Republican principles from emancipation to constitutional amendments and equal rights for all citizens with loyalty to the nation and majority rule under strong schooling and public virtue led by Chairman fiesry C Letoures
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Republican Party of
Iowa
Des Moines
Weanemiay
Jane
Dine
Republican Party
United States of America
Confederation of States
Republican State Central Committee
Fiesry C. Letoures
Ames
Story County
J. K. Barlow
East Des Moines
Reading Room Open to Visitors in Rail Way Office
The notice invites friends to visit the Chicago and Northwestern Rail way office at 415 Broadway New York City to read the paper on file. It states visitors are welcome anytime and cordial about calling in.
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L. F. Booth
Chicago and Northwestern Railway
Broadway
New York City
New York
Delegates Favor Gear at State Convention Rally
A majority of delegates chosen to attend the State Convention show support for Gear. The sentiment appears strong among grassroots members as ballots finalize.
Farragut masthead incident praised for safety not gallantry
The Mobile Register opines Farragut rose to the maintop through cowardice. It argues the masthead was safer than the deck as Confederate fire aimed at the hull, and if the ship sank the masthead would stay above water. The paper finds no remarkable gallantry in the mast-head event.
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Mobile Register
Farragut
California political men dwindled to drunks in history
A San Francisco editor sketches former California leaders noting eighteen figures, eight became confirmed alcoholics. Among them is John McDougal a United States Senator. They were brilliant contemporaries of Broderick who died in a duel and Baker the senator who fell on the battlefield early in the war.
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San Francisco
California
John McDougal
United States
Broderick
Baker
Voorhees to Run for Senate in Indianapolis Reception
The passage notes D W Voorhees will be the Democratic candidate against Morton next year. It calls Voorhees an accomplished demagogue and predicts a noisy campaign, arguing Morton's re election would be desirable.
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D. W. Voorhees
Hendrick
Indianapolis
United States Senate
Morton
Mr. Voorhees
Gubernatorial Nomination Prospects In Iowa Convention
In Des Moines the state convention nears with Sherman rising as a strong challenger to John H Gear. Newbold appears likely to emerge if the fight turns contentious, while Gear maintains lead with minor shifts from Sherman and Newbold supporters. The policy issue may influence the nomination though its impact is uncertain.
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Des Moines
Sherman
John H. Gear
Newbold
Gear
Newbeld
Republican party integrity amid administration prospects
The Springfield Republican argues against premature claims of the Republican party’s end over President Mayes’s administration. It asserts a single misstep cannot dissolve the party and cites historical resilience of parties and leaders to refute doom-laden forecasts.
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Republican Party
Springfield Republican
Republican
Mayes
Hayes
Ublican Party
Jury weighs Electoral Con mission rulings and president support
The report notes Joupax Black preparing a scalping review of Electoral Con missions and their rulings favoring the President. A judge reportedly wrestles with dead issues while memories of a past drubbing to the Pilgrim Fathers linger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joupax Black
Ine
Pilgrim Fathers
Ex Governor KemioaaG Slams Louisiana Affairs
Former Louisiana governor KemioaaG voices dissatisfaction with state leadership. He predicts worsening conditions under the new administration and says the Republican party has no prospects, claiming he feels a thousand percent better since leaving the governor’s chair.
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Kemioaag
Louisiana
Republican Party
Friction Evident Between Warregson and Toombs
The text frames Mr. Warregson as severe toward Toombs and cites a peculiar paragraph praising an ethereal being and a rat's ascent. It notes Mr. Watterson praising reconciliation and brotherly love despite the tension.
Senator Ben litus of Georgia predicts brighter South future
A Georgia speech by Senator Ben litus argues the South will grow nobler and stronger if the Union is preserved. He envisions a time when Southern leaders control national government for the benefit of all, from Pacific to Atlantic shores.
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Ben. Litus
Georgia
South
Union
Pacific
Atlantic
Lakes
Gulf
Split in Southern Democrats Seen by Ex-Gov Powers
Ex governor Powers of Mississippi tells Cleveland Leader that Bourbon leaders fear President's policy will divide whites and split conservatives from extremists. He says many conservatives see through their denouncements and seek to avoid arousing prejudice against the President while hoping for better protection of life and property in the South.
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Powers
Mississippi
Cleveland Leader
Telegraphing a Full Newspaper Across Distances
The London Times once explored telegraphing a paper to multiple cities but faded the plan. Now rumors claim a San Francisco firm has patented a method to telegraph an entire stereotope plate to reproduce a newspaper remotely, potentially surpassing the telephone. Further details awaited.
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London Times
Great Britain
Liverpool
Manchester
Edinburgh
Glasgow
London
San Francisco
Tuk Republicans Set Delegates At Des Moines Conven tion
Polk County Republicans held their county and delegate convention in Des Moines on Wednesday. Nominations: R. C. Webb for Senator J. B. Tiffy and C. S. Wilson for Representatives N. R. Kantz for Treasurer Geo. Lendram for Sheriff G. W. Bristow for Auditor J. H. Koons for Superintendent J. W. Griffith for Coroner The body reaffirmed party principle and endorsed Hayes and governors Chamberlain and Packard urging senators to oppose Southern election irregularities.
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Tuk Republicans
Polk County
Covention
Des Moines
R. C. Webb
J. B. Tiffy
Rutherford B. Hayes
United States
Daniel H. Chamberlain
Stephn B. Packard
Congress
Iowa
Svat Carolina
Louisiana
Cedar Rapids Driving Park Association Meeting Ends Amid Success
The first annual meeting of the Cedar Rapids Driving Park Association last week closed as one of the state's most successful events. A large entries list featured fine horses and strong records. Premiums cost about £1,000 were fully paid, and members who aided the enterprise are said to face no financial loss.
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Tur
Cedar Rapids Driving Park Association
Skix
Asewiation
New Hotel Cars Ready for C N W Railway Route
The new hotel cars for the C N W railway between Chicago and Connell are finished and ready for service. An inaugural run from Chicago to Milwaukee on Saturday featured a distinguished Chicago delegation. The cars are described as elegant beyond description and are expected to be paired with regular trains.
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Chicago
Connell
New enlarged nine column paper praised by Greenfield Times
The Amye Sprent, edited by John Watts, has expanded its pages to nine columns. The Greenfield Times commends its editor and proprietor as a thorough newspaper man and notes the publication reflects credit on its town.
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Greenfield Times
John ‘Watts
Manchester
Boone County Republicans back Arnold for Lieutenant Governor
The News thinkable Boone county republicans will support Mr Arnold for Lieutenant Governor. The Oacoom Sentinel endorses the suggestion of Franklin Campbell for Lieutenant Governor.
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Boone County
Mr. Arnold
Oacoom Sentinel
Franklin Campbell
Home from the Hamboos in the Black Hills Mining Town
Fort Dodge Times recounts Weston nephew of C D Norman describing Hills city as orderly and barren of crime. He notes mixed population from Iowa Maine East South and West, few paying diggings, scarce capital and high living costs. Claims of rich gold from pan or sluice prove false with pans yielding only cents.
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Heehee
Hills
Union
Lowa
Maine
Iowa
California
Nevada
Black Hills
Weston
A Sheidahl Sensation Episode in July Celebration Prep
In Sheidahl near July Fourth planners appoint Esquire Miller chief marshal with Dr Schooler assisting as uneasy streets erupt after a visiting tramp causes disturbance. The sharp clash ends with the doctor subduing the man and detaining him in a box car overnight before release.
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Ep. Ixtrelligencer
Sheidahl
McCracken
Dr. Schooler
Jeln Morrisey
Creswell Churn Power Showcases Durable Balance of Speed and Cost
The Creswell churn power is praised as durable and versatile, attaching to any dash churn to replace dog power and save $15 to $20. Multiple Iowa customers and certificates from 1877 attest its ease, speed, and lifetime durability, with prices listed and orders directed to Creswell in Ames and West Hotel.
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If. A. McMillian
E. Rouseau
J. P. Wels
J. Wagner
E Griffith
Washington
Iowa
J. Hancock
Brighton
Calhoun
Talerand
Wm. Tovery
Mt. Pleasant
J.P. Moore
Middleburg
E. B. Jowell
Frank Pierce
Lows
Ames
Creswell
Kexnietta Joxus
Cuvewnsn
West Iotel
Homie Heir Visits Town With Shirts and Polishes
Agent for Keep’s patent dress shirt arrives for a few days and invites women to inspect his partly made shirts at a high price per half dozen. He also advertises Chang Chang starch polish, magic glue and other useful items for shirts and more. Prepare for his call and seize the opportunity.
Webster County Republicans Nominate Sherman and Chase for State Posts
In a county convention the Webster County Republicans endorsed Sherman for Governor and Chase for Supreme Judge, signaling their ticket for the forthcoming statewide election.
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Webster County
Sherman
Chase
Train collision near Columbus Junction injures crew and riders
East bound mail train on the Atchison line collided with a westbound car near Columbus Junction Iowa. Engineer Thomas Rhodes and Fireman John Moore sustained severe injuries while several passengers suffered minor harm. A nearby derailment created by last night's flooding worsened the scene. In Burlington a fire at Wu Bell Co's wholesale dry goods house caused extensive damage estimated at $225,000 with $150,000 insured.
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Columbus Junction
Atchison
Burlington
Bell & Co
Main Street
Tre
Chamberlain
Jas. A. Guest
Irony from Mrs. Foster Hits Iowa Politician Gear
Cerroll Werald notes Mrs. J Ellen Foster declined to name Hon John J Gear in a biting speech. The editorial suggests her stance derails his political prospects in Iowa.
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John J. Gear
J. Ellen Foster
Mr Gear
Iowa
J. Ellen
Cerroll Werald
Dr C Millane Liver Piles Cure Ad
Celebrated Fok Aca Bee vend Doe PoblIOC advertises Dr C Millane liver remedy for hepatitis liver complaints dyspepsia and sick headache.
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Fok. Aca
C. Milane
Symptoms of a Diseased Liver Disease and remedies
Symptoms describe right side liver pain under ribs, sometimes left side and shoulder area, with indigestion, loss of appetite, weakness, memory loss, dry cough, fatigue, cold feet, and low spirits. Mentions many cases where liver was extensively deranged after death. Promotes Dr. McLane's Liver Pits with quinine, claims cures for ague and fever and biliary derangements, notes no sugar coating and red wax seal.
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Jain
C. McLane
Bradbury Pianos Endorsements Highlight Rich Tone and Reliability
A promotional letter extols Bradbury Pianos for sympathetic singing tones and human voice adaptation. Endorsements from notable figures and institutions praise tone quality, finish, and reliability, with offers for illustrated price lists, second hand pianos, rentals, tuning, repairs, and church organ supplies.
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Bradbury
U S Grant
Washington
O E Babcock
W H Belknap
S P Chase
K D Porter
Columbus Delano
M G Creswell
O H Tiffany
Robert Bennar
New York
Grand Central
St Nicholas Hotel
O O Howard
James
John McClintock
James Cummins
Conn
W Mor Punshon
Lond
T S Arthur
Philadelphia
John Chambers
Atty-Gen Williams
J M Walden
Chicago
R M Hatfeld
Cinn
L B Bughbie
J M Reid
C M Sims
Balt Md
WB Ridgaway
Phillip Phillips
Alfred Cookman
J E Cookman
WG Fischer
Puil Pa
Metabe
A K Kyneit
Daniel Carry
Wii DePuy
Thomas Guard
Baltimore
Daniel Wise
e-Ramfest Church
Brooklyn
Bishop Merrill
St Paul
W Wiley
Inskip
Luke Hitchecock
EO Haven
Alvord
US Army
T de Witt Talmoger
Smith
Ames
Erames
Bishop Simpson
J K Vincent
Has McCauley
Carlisle
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Gubernatorial
van Zandt
Fort Dodge Times
C. D. Norman
Marven Garay
Macaig Gray
L. Craine
Late Telegraph News
da. C. McLane
Fleming Bros
Pittscurch
Ayer
Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co
Practical and Analytical Chemists
Lowell, Mass
Sale Hater
Turis
A. A. Hayes
Massachusetts
Buckingham
R. P. Hall & CO
Nashua
N.H
Driggists
Ic Beticiotty
Bradbury Piano
Freeborn Garretson Smith
Sup’rior
Wreatam B. Beaparny
East 14Th Street
N. Y
Raymond and
Willoughby Sts
St. Anthony's
Count Rae
J.C. Ayer & CO
Potter’s Hardware
Lowi
East Locust Street
Capital City Hotel
Armers
Terest
Chas. B. Orser
Butler
Ames, Iowa
Kitch
Farwi
Warran
Ted
S. H. Shelly & CO
Undertaker
Charles Br.orser
M. Chaney
Queens
JO. J. Bousquet & CO
Bigelow
Tildens
All Good
H. Bowers
Rome
N.Y
Weed Sewing Machine Co
Wabash Ave
W. Slingerland
Wwe
Black
Union Graded School
Thams Haly
Isaac Bly Ames
Wm. C. Lucas
Ames, Story Co
Sells Exchange
U. S
Europe
R. Chamberlain
Jared C. Parker
Story
Boone
Ronebrake & Hmulett
C. Lamb & Sons
Clifton
C. D. Noran
Clinton
Tilden & McLain
Apothecaries Goods
MO. J, Bousquet & CO
Onondaga and
Douglass Streets
New City Drags
Florence
Stead
Manfivy
Florence Machine Co
Waelde
Et &E
Steve
Warrental
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