Representatives Oppose Iowa Senatorial Apportionment
Des Moines April 12. Several house members sign a remonstrance against the senatorial apportionment bill arguing it is unjust and unconstitutional under section 34. Signed by Cowles, Gilchrist, Carter, Sweeley, Langan, Wilson, Cheney, Coicle, Kendall. They note northwest populations have grown yet no changes were made and hint at possible future constitutional challenges.
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Kossuth
Gilchrist
Pocahontas
Carter
Sioux
Sweeley
Woodbury
Langan
Crawford
Wilson
Buena Vista
Cheney
Clay
Coicle
Carroll
Clinton
Kendall
Monroe
Northwest
Gardner Cowles
St Louis Exposition Bill Narrowly Passes in 125000 Form
Des Moines April 12 The St Louis appropriation faced a close clash between the senate and house over 150000 versus 125000. After a two hour conference the house receded and adopted the senate figure 125000. Conference members named were Maytag Smith Brooks Wilson for the senate and Temple Clarke Carter Cummings for the house.
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Senate
Des Moines
St. Louis
Maytag
Smith
Brooks
Wilson
Temple
Clarke
Carter
Cummings
Des Moines Daily News breaks circulation record
The Des Moines Daily News surpassed one million monthly circulation with March issues totaling 1 117 638 and daily issues reaching 36 052, adding a large Sunday edition in January. Subscriptions run 1 50 per year, 1 for eight months, 80 cents for six months, 50 cents for three months and 25 cents per month.
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Des Moines Daily News
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Moil
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Omaha
Congress
Smith English bill passes in closing hours
Des Moines April 12 during the closing hours of the legislature the Smith English bill was passed. It requires railroads to report extensive Iowa business data to the executive council and adds section 6 of the original senate railroad taxation measure for publicity and roll call access.
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Des Moines
Executive Council
Iowa
House
Senate
Cummins
Legislature in Iowa passes and stalls key bills
Des Moines reports the Senate concurs with house amendments on railroad consolidation, education appropriations, capitol improvements, and reapportionment. The House passes a mix of tax, court, and budget measures while adjourning sine die. a speaker tribute and humorous exchanges cap the session.
Hubbard Bill Signed by Governor Cummins in Iowa
Des Moines April 14 Governor Cummins signed the Hubbard railway merger bill. The measure removes prior limits allowing Iowa lines to extend and consolidate with railways in any state. Amended at Hubbard’s insistence it now bans parallel or competing line mergers, a point Cummins calls a distinct advance.
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Des Moines
Hubbard Railway
Iowa
Hill-Harriman
Hubbard
General Assembly
Reprieve Came Too Late in Fletcher Execution
Henry Fletcher, a Black man, was hanged at sunrise for the murder of 16-year-old Louis Roth. A 15 day respite request from Governor A. M. Dockery arrived too late, and the sheriff reported the execution proceeded, with a telegram confirming the stay after the drop occurred.
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St. Louis
Henry Flutcher
Louis Roth
Dockery
Jefferson City
Joseph F. Dickman
Henry Fletcher
A. M. Dockery
Kenry Fletcher
Munitions of War Shipped From San Francisco Port
Twenty five cases of munitions of war were shipped to Colombian rebels aboard the City of Sydney from San Francisco last Tuesday. The port collector sought guidance from Washington and was told to prevent any breach of neutrality laws. Further shipments are anticipated and may hinder outbound steamers. London police oversee 8,200 miles of roads and streets.
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San Francisco
Sydney
Colombia
Washington
Metropolitan Police of
London
Irish dialect tale of Terry’s drum trouble and bandmaster chase
In broad Dublin styled chatter Mr Mulcahey complains about son Terry who plays drums in the Smntieth regiment band. The bandmaster bans German tunes, marks the others as Wearin the Grane, and Terry impresses with wild playing while Prince Henry visits. Now the boy bears a brick in his hand and harsh words in his mouth as he hunts the bandmaster.
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Terry
Smntieth Regiment
Gurman Dunes
Palmer Man Credits Dodd's Kidney Pills For Back Cure
Palmer Oregon resident W. J. Uppendahl describes long lasting back pain and a sudden improvement after using four boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He reports his back is now strong and able to work again and adds his wife also endorses the pills.
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Oregon
W. J. Uppendahl
Dodd
Try One Package Defiance Starch Offer
If Defiance Starch does not please you return it to your dealer. If it does you get one third more for the same money. It will give you satisfaction and will not stick to the iron. Haste to get rich keeps many a man poor.
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Advertisement Summary
An early 20th century print fragment advertises Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething pain, gum swelling, and wind colic in children. It claims soothing effects and relief for crying infants.
Man questions justice outcomes and satisfaction
Quote reflects skepticism about justice systems with a focus on the idea that people often dislike the results even when they win. The remark suggests a tension between legal outcomes and personal approval, hinting at broader social attitudes toward judicial processes.
Housekeepers urged to use Russ Bleaching Blue
A short advisory promotes Russ Bleaching Blue as the preferred cleaner for households. It claims the product helps housekeepers achieve efficient results at grocers selling it for 10 cents, while urging a straight career path as a practical success strategy.
Matt J Johnsons 6088 Promises Rheumatism Cure
An advertisement claims Matt J. Johnsons 6088 has cured thousands of rheumatism and will cure you, urging readers to try it and purchase from all druggists.
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Matt J. Johnson
When a girl's education is complete her diploma is a marriage license
A saying emphasizes the link between female education and marriage prospects. It reflects social norms values of the era, linking scholarly achievement to eventual matrimony.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Claim
An 1880s promotional notice asserts deafness results from inflamed Eustachian tubes and offers a $100 reward for any case cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The ad, filed by F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo, promotes the cure and related products sold by druggists.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
The Course of True Love Helped by Cash
A short notice notes that a couple’s marriage plans were aided by financial support. The source emphasizes monetary assistance facilitating the union.
Wisconsin Paper Promotes Western Canada Lands
A Eau Claire Leader letter urges readers to seek Canadian lands noting many U S agents in several states and provinces. It highlights free homesteads or cheap sale prices in Saskatchewan and Saskatoon district, mentions migrations and patriotic excuses, and cites crop yields and immigration rhetoric to attract settlers.
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Dominion of Canada
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Eral
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Joshua
Nus
Saskatoon
Extension of Time Delays Settlers Rail Tickets Northward
Severe March storms slow travel as Iowa road authority extends ticket validity to Minnesota and the Dakotas. One way fares for settlers now usable on dates 15 22 and 29 next. Contact Geo. Batty G T A Marshalltown Iowa for details. It is natural for a man to get hot when others roast him. The course of true love needs money to keep it running.
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Minnesota
Dakotas
Batty
Marshalltown
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