Taos County Republican Ticket and Election Note
A Nevada report notes Taos County voters will go to the polls one week from next Tuesday. A New Yorker named G Hearmayn delivered a Democratic speech to a sizable audience in Nevada Friday night. Prices for potatoes have dropped to fifty cents a bushel thirty miles north. Chicago Columbus Day celebrations are described as the largest in scale yet. Sample ballots under the new law have appeared, and the public reaction to the mammoth election sheet is noted. The sun eclipse last Thursday was largely hidden by clouds in most places.
Humble News Gatherer Earns Streetlevel Help
A community editor appeals for small acts of support to boost local papers and foster town growth. Citizens are urged to share items of interest with reporters when possible.
Campaigns Lose Noise as Civility Spreads in Iowa
Judge Cook of the C and N W Ry and a northern Iowa Democrat says this campaign is the most sensible in memory. He notes no party gains votes this year with brass bands and roaring parades. Men are not fighting in the streets and he abhors hair tearing over politics.
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Republicans Attack McDonald and Iowa Convention Plans
The piece notes Mike McDonald’s past alleged ballot tampering and his split with Grover Cleveland, then details a Cedar Rapids Republican League of Iowa convention on November 2 1892 with delegate rules, speeches, and marching club prizes, plus polemics from Gov Boies and press critics.
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Des Moines
Boies
Grover
Mike
Chicago
Democratic Party
Political and social snippets from Iowa and beyond
A mix of political chatter and local notes from Iowa including Charley Mitchell insult claims, Tur Boone packing house closure over hog prices, Equal Suffrage Association stance on Victoria Woodhull, a blind street vendor in Alexandria Indiana, and weather and water worries. The piece references Calvin Brice, electoral votes, past and potential outcomes, local business sales and a death in the Harrison family, plus notes on copper and iron ore finds near Fort Dodge and a boastful line about John Brown fort in Chicago.
Algona Man Nominated Against J. P. Dolliver in 10th District
Jimmy Ryan of Algona is nominated to run for Congress in the 10th district against the renowned J. P. Dolliver. The Times notes Ryan faces a stiff battle in the November eighth election amid heavy Republican support and strong Democratic hopes.
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Tammany Nominates Full Ticket Against Cleveland Faction
The New York Press reports Tammany Hall has named a complete slate for city offices. No placation is offered to Cleveland supporters as Sachem Croker and allies refuse concessions. Tammany plans to fight its own battles to save its offices, signaling a bad omen for Cleveland.
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Free Trade
Times backs Brown with rope raising reader fatigue
The Times plans extended support for Brown, signaling ongoing backing that could expose him to increased scrutiny and risk of self-implication as the situation unfolds.
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Enthusiastic Meeting Address Acknowledged
K W Brown thanks for full and correct report of the October 15 meeting at the Shearer school house in Ames Iowa. The letter notes the well attended gathering and expresses appreciation for the coverage.
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Iowa
Shearer School
K. W. Brown
Tom Reed to Speak in Des Moines Next Wednesday
Tom Reep the late Czar Reid of the house of representatives will address Des Moines audiences next Wednesday evening. Described as an ideal statesman with unlimited intellect and strong backbone, the event offers a chance for locals to hear a renowned figure on American soil.
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House of Representatives
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Republicans to Rally at Cedar Rapids Meeting
The league of republican clubs convention will meet in Cedar Rapids next Wednesday. Young Iowa Republicans show strong enthusiasm and plan a large demonstration, promising a lively and definite event.
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Cedar Rapids
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Iowa
The Stovepipe Problem Wrecks A Househeld Evening
The passage mockingly laments the annual stovepipe tangle that troubles the family man. It notes the stubborn bucking of pipes last year’s fit and the housewife’s “magic touch” failing this time, blaming profanity on this household trial.
Proposed new passenger train on main line discussed
The Boone Democrat reports officials weigh a new Chicago & North Western passenger train between Sterling Illinois and Carroll Indiana. If added the route would connect Ames Des Moines Marshalltown and Cedar Rapids with Boone and Carroll benefiting Boone Webster City and northern travel while potentially changing the Boone and Clinton service to freight. The paper also notes J F Martin of Nevada seeks a district judgeship amid a party contest with N B Hyatt of Hamilton County.
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Hamilton County
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Mrs Harrison Dies After Long Illness At White House
Mrs. Harrison, wife of President Benjamin Harrison, died Tuesday at 1 45 a m after a prolonged serious illness. The death at the White House ends a long public life alongside the president during his term.
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United States
McKinley Tariff Raises U S Agricultural Exports
The American Economist compiles McKinley tariff impact figures showing 1891 exports rising on bacon and lard by 19 million dollars, beef products by 12 million, live cattle by 16 million, cereals by 150 million with wheat 115 million and flour 28 million, cotton 20 million, seed 2.5 million, fruit and nuts 1.5 million, oil cake and meal 2 million, totaling a 275 million increase in all agricultural exports amid strong home market gains. Free trade is warned as bringing foreign competition and low wages, undermining home labor and production.
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Free Trade Party
Zebra ticket in South Dakota faces scrutiny
The fusion ticket in South Dakota is dubbed the zebra ticket as critics question its mixed coalition and potential impact on state politics. Supporters argue it presents a balanced platform combining diverse viewpoints for the upcoming election.
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South Dakota
Mosquito Goes Dormant as Winter Ends
A lighthearted note on winter rest for mosquitoes and a tongue in cheek forecast that houseflies may be next to hibernate as cold weather settles in.
New York Press Bets on Republican State Victory
The New York Press asserts New York will clearly side with Republicans this year. It claims the Empire State will be added to the GOP column without quibble or cavil and predicts a decisive outcome.
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Empire State
Wardrobe Shifts Signal Summer’s Quiet Recharge
A summer girl hides galluses in a dark closet corner while flowers prepare to bloom. Outing shirts are put away and fur trimmed wraps, once worn by all, are now called into service again.
Slander and social ostracism urged against male and female offenders
The piece condemns a woman who slanders other women as an assailant of female virtue and calls a man who libels a lady an enemy to his mother. It cites a clipping from the Champion of Progress attacking Mrs Gougar and her remarks about Mrs Harrison during a campaign.
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The Times Office Offers Job Printing Services
The Times office serves as the place to get your job printing done with available services and quick turnaround for customers seeking printed materials.
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