Iowa GOP convention scenes and 1893-94 era reflections
The piece reflects a lively Iowa Republican convention with hopes for a 50,000 majority, mentions Story county delegates led by W. P. Payne, and notes Sam Clark as congressman nominee. It praises Iowa's congressional delegation Dolliver, Cousins, and Hull, discusses a state educational map promoted by the state fair, and recalls the hard year 1893-94 with labor strife and disasters.
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Sam Clark
Iowa
Congress
Union
Dolliver
Cousins
Hull
The
State Fair Association
Des Moines Prohibition Convention Attacks Martin Law
A Des Moines prohibition state convention last week condemned the Martin liquor law. It cites Cedar Rapids as an example where fifty saloons were closed for illegal sale, sealed tighter than wax. The piece argues county officers should impose a six hundred dollar tax on properties where liquor is illegally sold, claiming it will deter bootlegging and bring county revenue.
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Des Moines
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
General Assembly
Board of Supervisors
Anamosa Penitentiary
Anamosa
Derby day at the state fair features new races
Par ley Sheldon fosters a novel Derby day with running races including a three quarter mile dash, a half mile dash, and a one and one eighth mile Iowa Derby for three year olds. Iowa City banker Cole urged Iowa bankers to support farmers as mortgage debt shifts risk and investment in real estate.
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Parley Sheldon
Iowa
Iowa City
Cole
Corning
New York City
Chicago
First Message from Washington to Baltimore Controversy
A reader letter discusses the early wireless telegram from Washington to Baltimore. It notes The Times names the sender but omits the author and judge of character. The Story City Herald quotes What hath God wrought and misattributes inspiration to the sender's mother. It argues Balaam authored the verse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baltimore
Times
City Herald
Balaam
The Strike Is Wrong In Principle And Theory
The Times states the strike harms nationwide interests beyond rail workers. It argues rail actions hurt passengers and freight, cut supplies, and lower farmers’ income, citing Pullman’s wealth while common people pay the price, insisting the strike is fundamentally flawed.
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Pullman
Half Rates to the Seashore for Educational Meeting
The North-Western Line offers excursion tickets at nearly one fare round trip on July 7 and 8 to Asbury Park New Jersey for the National Educational Association annual meeting July 10 to 13. Teachers and the public may travel to the Atlantic coast at a favorable rate. Tickets and details from Chicago and North Western Railway agents.
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National Educational Association
Asbury Park
N. J
North-Western
Atlantic Coast
Chicago & North Western R’y
Half Rates to Cleveland for Endeavor Convention Attendees
The North Western Line offers excursion tickets to Cleveland Ohio at one fare round trip due to the United Societies of Christian Endeavor convention. Tickets on sale July 9 and 10, valid for return until July 31. Inquiries available from Chicago and North Western Railway agents.
Low Rates to Toronto for Round Trip Excursion
The Baptist Young People's Union of America North Western line offers excursion tickets to Toronto Ontario at one fare for a round trip. Tickets go on sale July 17 and 18 and are good for return passage until August 7, 1894. Apply to Chicago and North Western agents for full details.
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Convention of the Baptist Young People’s Union of America
Toronto
Ont
Chicago & North-Westatern Ba Y
North-Western Line
Denver
Pueblo
Colorado Springs
Chicago & North-Western R’y. At
Low Rates to Colorado Excursion Tickets Offered
The North-Western Line announces sale of excursion tickets to Denver Pueblo and Colorado Springs for July 21 and 22 with return valid until August 25. Tickets and full details available from North-Western Railway offices.
Northwestern Saengerfest travel sale to La Crosse
Reduced excursion tickets to La Crosse Wis for the Bi Annual Saengerfest July 12 to 15 offered by the Chicago and North Western Railway. Also a testimonial on Chamberlain's Pain Balm from Siman Gotp BauM of San Luis Rey CA and notice of several residence lots for sale by S L Mabee via Westerman and Arnold.
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Saengerbund
la Crosse
Wis
Chicago & North-Western R’y
Chamberlain
Siman Gotp Baum
San Luis Rey
Westerman & Arnold
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the Times
Tne
Tur Watchman
Story County
Tae
Webster City
Asbury, Park
National Editorial Association
W. P. Payne
G. W. Dyer
Hindman
Dyer
Clive Hima Cealt
Crosby Roller Mills
Topska
Kansas
Maxwell & Son
Ames
Hamilton & CO
Hiamilton & CO
L. M. Bosworth
Republican Party
Chas. Hamilton
D. M. Grove
Nevada
Grove
Anfinersland
Jim Weaver
Kelly
Round House
Union Township
Recorder
F. D. Thompson
Frank Thompson
John Johnson
John
Palestine Township
Story City Herald
West Bend Journal
Cleveland
Colorado
S. L. Mabee
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