Biography of Samuel Miller Highlighted by Shambaugh
Prof Benjamin F Shambaugh continues western literature work with a biography of Samuel van Miller associate justice of the Supreme Court 1862 1890 prepared with Charles Noble Gregory and notes Miller s formation of constitutions and key Reconstruction era opinions Miller born Kentucky April 5 1816 became a physician then lawyer and moved to Iowa in 1850 freeing slaves he helped Lincoln appoint him to the federal bench first supreme justice from west of the Mississippi Miller died poor his Washington home later occupied by Senator Dolliver.
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Benjamin F. Shambaugh
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Samuel van Miller
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Charles ‘Ioble Gregory
A. M
University Law Department
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Philadelphia
United States
Samuel Miller
John Marshall
Kentucky
Henry Clay
Anella
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Eokuk
Iowa
Samuel J. Kirkwood
Senator Harlan
John A. Kasee
James F. Wilson
Lincoln
Mississippi
Massachi Avenue
Washington
Senator Dolliver
The Troubles of Riggs in Des Moines Letters
A dissected view of John F. Riggs the state superintendent of public instruction. Editors express dissatisfaction with his defense of the new examination law and the state certificate system. Critics question his consistency and motives while noting his ties to a college road project and urging resignation or retirement.
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John F. Riggs
Riggs
Brother Shockley
Oskaloosa Globe
Huegle
Stanhope Mail
Stanhope
Iowa State College
Declination of Valley Junction Mayor Citing Law
Homer Thompson editor of the Valley Junction Express declines mayoral office citing recent legislation extending a prohibition to all city officers. He states cannot accept compensation or perform city work legally while in office due to changes enacted by the latest assembly.
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Homer Thompson
Valley Junction Express
Expr
Valley Junction
Thom
Thompson
Jast Rai Assembly
Neil
A Rake off of Cripples in Iowa Stock Yards
A writer praises Ira Winiauis and Wallace's Farmer series exposing grafts at stock yards. The articles describe how packers outbid local Iowa firms and reveal the fate of “cripples” used to drive livestock without wages, amassing wealth in metropolitan markets.
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Newton Record
Iowa
Wallace
Farmer
Ira Winiauis
Williams
Lowa
Oklahoma Becomes U.S. Forty-Sixth State in 1907
The report notes Oklahoma as the forty-sixth state with 1.56 million population and 70 430 square miles. It will send five congressmen, elects a blind man and a part Cherokee to the senate, has the longest state constitution, and boasts vast railroad reach. The first governor C N Hankell won by 36 006, Oklahoma City is the largest town, and the star will rise with statehood on July 4 1908.
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Oklahoma
Union
New England
Washington
Senate
C. N. Hankell
Oklahoma City
Speculative Masonry Spars Iowa Shriner Claims
Oskaloosa and Marshalltown papers clash over the youngest Iowa Shriner aged 22 and 23. The piece argues quick advancement harms Masonry’s Blue Lodge core, warns against chasing higher degrees and crowns, and stresses Masonry as moral guide beyond jewelry and uniforms.
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Oskaloosa
Marshalltown
Iowa
Blue Lodge
Blue
Railways Accumulate Currency Unduly in Shortage, Iowa Banker Complaint
The Jefferson complains that several railway companies press patrons for cash and ship actual currency to headquarters rather than using local banks. They pay staff with checks, funneling money away from circulating locally and concentrating it in city centers.
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Iowa
Jefferson
Emigrant Flow Surges as Thousands Sail for Native Shores
More than 5,000 men of alien birth have sailed from New York for their native shores aboard three liners. At least 3,000 more are booked. Hamburg American line passenger agents say foreign departures are three times higher than in November last year.
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New York
Hamburg- American Line
Mail and Times Book Number Elevates Iowa Education
The Mail and Times issues a special Book Number praising Iowa education as eastern book houses recognize the publication as a medium for presenting latest productions. Mr. Pugh and editorial associates pledge to maintain the publication’s high standard.
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Mail and Times
Lowa
Iowa
Pugh
Mail
No, sir we want no civilized Indians says Chelsea Independent
The Chelsea Independent quotes a reader arguing against civilization of Indians. The letter complains about too many civilized people and suggests night watchfulness with a shotgun to protect a chicken house, calling civilization and knowledge dangerous.
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Chelsea Independent
New York Financiers Promise Cash Payments In Sight
The Times-Republican notes many Western observers have grown weary waiting for money from New York financiers and will welcome the assurance that cash is soon forthcoming.
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New York
the Times- Republican
West
Moon Misfortune Told In Centerville Tale
A Centerville tale recounts a man named Moon whose wife presents him with a daughter. The event is likened to a new moon and the man becomes drunk. After sobriety he has 25 cents left, described as the cast quarter in this humorous anecdote.
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Centerville
Moon
Saturday Football Thrills Draw Fortunes Each Week
The Burlington Hawk Eye notes October and November games draw large crowds as thousands attend for an afternoon outing when they are charged admission. These weekends reveal football's strong drawing power and the public’s willingness to pay for entertainment.
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Burlington Hawk-Eye
Oldest Iowa resident claimant and political banter
The item notes Mrs. James Yolland of Mt. Pleasant as a claimant to Iowa’s oldest resident title, dating from 1833. It also relays snippets on Senator Dolliver’s campaign kickoff, humorous quips about eulogies and coins, Taft’s world tour, Teddy Roosevelt, Bryan, and Cummins, and local newspaper business shifts in Story City and State Center as merchants seek readers.
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James Yolland
Mt. Pleasant
Iowa
Union
Dolliver
Allison
Council Bluffs
Jonathan
Gov. Cummins
Municipal Virtue Growing In Local Elections
The Colorado Observer notes last week’s elections show people favor paying taxes to pave streets over licensing saloons. It argues civic virtue is a cheaper, more profitable business path than bearing costs of criminal cases from liquor.
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Colo Observer
Editorials Praise Country Banker Shared by Papers
An Ames Intelligencer editorial and this newspaper published nearly identical praise for the country banker last week. The notices commend Bro. Freem Conaway as a bright man.
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Jack Dalton
Ames Intelligencer
Freem Conaway
Manson Democrat
Mayors Freely Fine Themselves For Spitting
The Fort Dodge mayor fined himself five dollars for spitting on the sidewalk last week. The Grinnell Herald notes the odd self sanction could spark similar acts in Iowa towns with strained treasuries, though no rush to imitate has occurred.
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Fort Dodge
Iowa
Grinnell Herald
Inspiration from Football Kickers fuels Ames resolve
Ames confronts recent clashes with the State College Board of Regents as Freem Con away’s bold stance sparks a combative spirit. The piece links athletic grit to civic pressure, suggesting strong local persistence.
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Ames
Freem
Conaway
State College Board of Regents
Grinnell Herald
Ames Removes Hitching Posts on Main Street
The Ames city government will remove hitching posts along Main Street as a civic improvement applauded by local observers. The move is directed by town authorities and marks a change in village streetscape.
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Ames
Main Street
Colo
Ole Langland's Opportunity sparks Cambridge Leader plan
Zearing News notes The Cambridge Leader should launch a matrimonial paper to capitalize on Ole Langland's opportunity. Several from the area are urged to back the proposal and support the venture.
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Ole Langland
Cambridge Leader
Zearing News
Representative debates Fairbanks for president
Slater News reports the Representative continues discussing Fairbanks as a potential presidential candidate though the idea has faded for some time. The tone suggests cautious political chatter and lingering speculation about leadership.
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Fairbanks
Slater News
Troubador Amusement Company Set for Next Monday Concert
The Troubador Amusement Company will perform next Monday under the auspices of Company C of the 1st National Guard.
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Troubador Amusement Comany
Company C
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