Iowa Pioneering Governor Grimes and the Early Republican Era
A historical tribute recalls Governor James W. Grimes of Iowa and his role as a founder of the state’s Republican movement. It notes his 1859 Senate seat, leadership on naval matters, opposition to slavery’s expansion, and influence in Kansas and rail policy, ending with praise for his lasting impact on Iowa and the nation.
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Chase
Morning Star
Sup
Unied
Senate
Iowa
Mount Pleasant
James Hall
Sumner
United States Senate
Kansas
Congress
Grimes
Pierce
Buchanan
Ralph P. Lowe
General Assembly
Republican Caucus
United States
Massachusetts
Vermont
Mr. Grimes
Missouri
Isaac Hill
New Hampshire
Jackson
van Buren
John Grimes Walker
District of Columbia
Rock Island
Navy Yard
Philadelphia
League Island
Treasury
Pacific Railroad
Hale
Brazil
Johnson
Germany
America
James W. Grimes
Republican Party
Lincoln
Fessenden
Trumbull
Boone Story Drainage District Proceedings Set New Commissioners
Proceedings of joint Boone and Story county boards dated 1907 show the boards adjourned to Nevada Iowa and appointed commissioners to assess benefits in the Boone Story Drainage District No 1. The resolution set aside the prior 1907 May action and named George Rea, Robert Liddles, and John M Wells as the new district commissioners. Edw McCall of Nevada Iowa was retained as attorney for the boards in Story County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beard
Boone Oryocolnties
Lows
Boone-Story
Howe
Michaelson
Joint Boards of Supervisors
Boone and
Story Counties
Joint Board of Supervisors
C. M. Morse
Genres Rea
George Rea
Boone County
Robert Liddles
Story County
John M. Wells
General Assembly
Holcomb
Keigley
Silliman
Johnson
Edw
McCall
Nevada
Iowa
Keigiey
Vo. Oo
Kidney and Backache Remedy Publicized in Ad
An advertisement promotes DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills as a cure for backache and weak kidneys with bladder inflammation. A week’s treatment costs 25 cents and is sold by C. A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
C. A. Gamble
College talk by Ames student James Kelley
James Kelley, a member of the class of 07 now studying at Ames college, spoke at the high school Monday morning about college life and its aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Kelley
Ames
Colo
The Lion and the Mouse Betrothal Scene
In a lush setting Shirley resists then yields to Jefferson's fervent marriage proposal. He declares his love and asks her to wed him, promising devotion and awaiting her decision. She confesses her love, and their kiss seals the betrothal amid nature's serenade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeff
Shirley
Jefferson
Iis
Foul Play Suspected in Death of Henry Smith
Henry Smith formerly of Slater now living on a Lakota North Dakota farm was found dead under a binder in his wheat field. The cause is unknown but foul play is suspected by his family and local investigators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Smith
Slater
Lakota
North Dakota
Pineules promised relief for backache and rheumatism
Advertisement claims Pineules provide relief in the first dose for backache lumbago and rheumatism with a 30 day treatment for $1.00 and a money back guarantee. Sold by C. A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Gamble
No Soap Like Pucks Soap Ad Claims Original Mechanics
An advertisement extols Pucks as the best all purpose soap for homes and mechanics. It highlights grease ink and berry stain removal and promotes the original product as superior to imitations sold by grocers.
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Stetson
Edwin C. Burt
Buster Brown
Blue Ribbon
Bauge & Alm
South Side Main St
F. M. Darner
Queensware
L. F. Romans
Peter Schuttler
Peter Schiattler Co
Meahkers
Diet Ritvouteres
Marshalltown
Packard
M. A. Packard CO
Brockton, Mass
G. E. Burton & CO
Ames, Iowa
Board Proceedings
Ates
The
Ray
Boone and Y Conniles
Idolat
Qetaker Ss
Ney
H. D. Howe
J. W. Keigtey
Board of Supervisors
B. R. Silliman
J. O. Michaelson
B. Johnson
FP. G. Hunahugeh
F. Cc. Dunahugh
the Lion and the Mouse
Union National Bank
W. M. Greevey
KE. W. Stanton
Henry Wilson
T. A. Copps
Ase
T. Cashier
Ond Ward
U. S
Nelson & Nible
Bower & McCartney
Meat Market
E. F. Posegate
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