Republicans Hold Harmony Filled County Convention
The republican party met at the opera house in Cass County to select delegates for state and judicial conventions and name a congressional committeeman. Temporary chairmanship passed to Dr. C. L. Campbell due to illness. five-member committees chosen to handle delegates and resolutions. Chairman Mullins announced he would not seek re election and urged party unity as proceedings moved to stage for county committee actions.
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Republican Pty Convention
Opera House
Cass County
Mulins
C. 8. Brown
Newton
C. L. Campbell
Ross Bell
J. P. Harris
J. B. Rockafellow
Des Moines
Council Bluffs
B. A. Wood
Mr. Sherer
Union Township
W. C. Bryant
W. J. Matthews
B. BE. Harris
G. J. Pellett
F. D. Joy
Morris
Wood
John . W. Scott
John W. Scott
Chas
Huff
W. HH
Dinamore
W.C. Bryant
Merk Fulton
Clovis
Mullins
Ita
Party
Break in New York Keeps Clark From Two-Thirds Lead
At the Democratic convention in Baltimore on June 29 the roll calls show no candidate secure a two-thirds majority after twelve ballots. Clark leads with 556, Wilson 354, Underwood 129, Harmon 24, Marshall 30, Kern 1, Bryan 1, with 244 not voting. New York’s 90 votes shifted to Clark on the tenth ballot, but the effort remains short of the required majority as Wilson gains and bargaining rumors fill the hall amid heat and rumors of deals.
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Underwood
Harmon
Marshall
Kern
Bryan
New York
Champ Clark
New Jersey
Ollie James
Gaynor
Murphy
Apeaker
James
Yoo Fioor
Massachusetts
Convention Hall
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Pit
Taggart
Indiana
Salzer
Nebraska
Corkle
West Virginia
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Democratic Convention Deadlock in Baltimore Leads to Ballot Struggles
Reports from Baltimore describe a deadlocked Democratic convention with Chagk Sun leading but not secure enough to nominate. Clark seeks Harmon and Marshall gains to reach 725 votes while Bryan presses for opposition to ny nomination reliant on New York support. Ballots show diverse tallies as delegates remain pledged and tensions rise.
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Merchants' Greys to meet Grant at the ball park tomorrow
The Merchants' Greys host Grant at the local ball park tomorrow afternoon. Grant brings a strong team and a special train from the A. N. & 8S with many rooters. A good game is anticipated and fans are urged to attend.
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Grant
Fannie
Sport
Many Friends Attend Conventions in City for News Telegraph
The News-Telegraph notes pleasant calls from many friends at various conventions in the city. While space limits mentioning all, the paper expresses happiness at their visits and hopes they return soon.
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News-Telegraph
Carties
Vote Turnout Shapes East Side and High School Bond Proposals
The Atlantic school election reports a heavy turnout with 162 votes by 2:30 PM, 31 by women. Proposals include issuing 40000 for a High School addition and 20000 for a West Side building. Polls open until 6 PM. supporters, many East Side residents and mothers, push both bonds, hoping for clear majorities.
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East Side
Heat Wave Grips The City As Thermometers Hit 98
Today has been the hottest of the season with several thermometers showing 98 degrees in the shade. Government reports were not available. The highest official reading here reached 97 degrees. A rain tonight or tomorrow would be welcome.
Uniqua Theatre Omission Noted For Last Night And Tonight
An oversight omitted the Uniqua Theatre program for last night and tonight in the paper. The editors call readers to note the excellent features and refer them to today’s page for the missing schedule.
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Uniqua Theatre
Democrats Hear Willard Lead County Convention in Odd Fellows Hall
A large Democratic convention at Odd Fellows Hall named Hara Willard chairman and J F McGovern as county chairman. Delegates to state and judicial conventions were chosen, with nominees for sheriff, recorder, auditor, superintendent, coroner, treasurer, representative, and district supervisors. Speeches by McGovern and ward candidates followed, and the session adjourned around 2:30 PM.
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John W. Blake
County Central Committee
Hara Willard
Willard
Taft
Teddy
Ananias
H. C. Gillett
J. F. McGovern
Franklin Township
John Blake
John Roush
Mr. McGovern
Cedar Rapids
J. W. Black
F. E. Downey
E. E. Richards
A. Lastine
Frank White
J. W. B. Gilliam
Henry Frank
B. R. Platts
Council Bluffs
B. M. Willard Cyrus Boiler
Peter Ecksman
Emp Euken
Fred Sherer
J. J. Hogan
Wm. Holste
Harry Carey
R. B. Marker
G. W. B. Fletcher
Lewis
W. F. Berry
D. F. Kelly
D. W. Smart
Jennie Ward
C.G. Clark
M. H. Funk
D. J. Bode
J. B. Roush
E. WB
Mullins Re-elected Chairman by Central Committee
Captain L F Mullins was unanimously re-elected chairman of the republican central committee at a meeting after the county convention. Despite his protest he was urged to serve and will continue as county chairman, with Bert L Butler and Ed L Newton previously nominated.
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L. F. Mulling
Republican Central Committee
Opera House
Bert L. Butler
Ed L. Newton
Mullins
Mulling
Huge New Son A Ten Pound Baby Born Near City
A ten pound baby boy was born Thursday to Chris Brown and his wife on the Hunt farm southwest of the city. Lizzie Schuler was released from the hospital after appendicitis surgery. Russ W Hodgking and wife plan a July vacation to Okoboji and Spirit Lake with cafe reopening around the Fourth. M L Emaheiser remains in the hospital recovering from an accident. D T Alger suffered facial injuries after attempting to stop a frightened horse near the Park Hotel. he is recovering with Dr Clarke attending.
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Hunt Farm
Russ W. Hodgking
Merchant’s Cafe
Okoboji
Spirit Lake
M. L. Emaheiser
Avoca
Valley Junction
D.T. Alger
D. T. Alger
Park Hotel
Mr. Alger
Dr. Clarke
Contest Called Off At Firemen's Hall Tournament Beeids
The committee in charge called off the contest at Firemen's Hall amid confusion. Many contestants drew, but the event was halted and a Tournament Queen will not be crowned this time. The News-Telegraph notes the change, with details differing in reports.
Weather Forecast Fragment Shows Low Tied to Temp Change
Fragmentary weather note mentions temperature shifts and vague conditions. No clear locations or times, but indicates a lesson on forecasting humidity and wind. Readers are left with an unclear forecast and a suggestion to monitor later updates.
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