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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1898
Page
4
Congressional Outlook in Ninth Town District Convention
Delegates gather in Council Bluffs with no clear winner as Harrison county shows 18 votes for Byers, Curtis and McPherson stand as pivotal power players, and Cass county pushes for H G Curtis as nominee amid a close, drawn out race with bitter opposition to Hager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ninth Town
Council Bliffa
Harrison County
Mr. Byers
Curtis
Byers
Harrison
Faxty
Mr. Hager
Dunlap Herald
Hager
Cass County
Mr. Curtis
Republican Ninth District convention set for August
The Republican delegates of Iowa Ninth District meet August 15 at noon in Council Bluffs to nominate a candidate for Congress and transact other business. Representation follows state central committee rules with apportioned delegates by county, including Yates, Adair, Audubon, Montgomery, Pottawattamie, and Shelby. Officials listed are H. Wilson, chairman, and Victor Bene, secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Dubuque
Supreme Court
L. M. Shaw
Adair
Adams
Allamakee
Appanoose Audubon Buchanan Buena Vista
Butler
Calhoun
Yeankhis
Greene
Imene
Wachingoa
Lardin
Byers
Harrison Webster
Aleary
Winnebeg
Howard
Winneshiek
Hager
Curtis
McPherson
H. G. Curtis
Cass
H. W. Byers
Smith McPherson
Montgomery
Cass County
Ny Wright
Ninth Congressional District
Council Liuits
Congress
Yates
Audubon
Pottawattamie
Shelby
Jas. H. Wilson
Victor Bene
Republican County Ticket Snapshot
Republican slate lists W. H. McCONVILL for Clerk, R. H. SHIPFLETT for Auditor, FRANK HERBERT for Recorder, C. A. MEREDITH for Attorney, N. W. WAY for First District supervisor, and LEVI MOUNTAIN for Fourth District supervisor, with each candidate tied to their respective township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. McConvill
Atlantic Township
R. H. Shipflett
Pleasant Township
Frank Herbert
Brighton Township
C. A. Meredith
N.W. Way
Benton Township
Levi Mountain
Nobie Township
Dark horse not supported for congressional convention
Casual talk of a dark horse at the Council Bluffs congressional convention is dismissed as unfounded. The piece notes four candidates in the Ninth district who have offered open canvases for voters to learn their qualifications and merits, urging selection from among them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soene
Council Bluffs
Ninth
Congress
End of Spanish War Praises Soldiers in All Roles
The world will acknowledge that our officers and men, soldiers and sailors, carry a mighty taken way with them in action or out of it as the Spanish war concludes.
Judicial Convention Nominates Four Judges by Acclamation
At the judicial convention in Council Bluffs four judges were nominated by acclamation Judge Thornell for the fourth time Judge Switch for the third time Judge Green for the second time and Judge Macy second to none of them. Delegates praised their competence uprightness and earnest service noting the people are safe under their care and lauding the unanimous nominations as high recognition of merit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Bluffs
Thornell
Switch
Green
Macy
Harrison county delegates weigh second choices at trecon convention
The piece notes anxious delegates at the TRE congressional convention will seek second choices as votes narrow. It warns delegates to keep promises signed and witnessed, while forecasting peace’s financial aftershocks and potential unemployment as veterans return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tre
Senator Allison Seen As Likely Peace Commission Pick
The passage argues Senator Allison will probably join the peace commission negotiating the Spain treaty. It claims his inclusion would give strong confidence to both Iowa and the nation that U S interests will be fully guarded and protected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allison
Peace Commission
Spain
Lowa
United States
Uncle Sam Will Feed Bodies Not Appetites for Revenge
The speaker urged Cubans to accept U S aid to sustain life until self sufficiency, insisting Washington will not fund vengeance against oppressors. He warned that without this restraint, ongoing father trouble will persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Major H G Gurtis for Congress in Cass County
Cass county Catholic urges Maj. H G Curtis as the best choice for congress arguing he leads in ability loyalty and experience. The letter asserts Cass has been ignored for twenty years, urging delegates to recognize Cass in the Ninth district race and reward party loyalty with a Cass nominee.
Cass County Republicans Name Preferred Candidate for Legislature
The Cass county Republicans argue for a qualified candidate to represent the agricultural district, detailing past regional leadership and noting Cass has had no state office or institution for twenty years. They urge unity, highlight the candidate as equal to rivals, and insist now is their time to gain recognition. They condemn inter-service jealousy and call for support to honor the recent military victory with national gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cras County
Montgomery County
Smith McPharson
H. 7. Deemer
Harrison County
Adair County
Audubont
Judge Green
Pottawattamie County
Guthrie County
Mills County
Cass
Cass County
Republican Party
All Europe puzzled by US army rise and fate after war
The piece notes Europe’s astonishment at a rapid US army buildup and its expected quick dissolution into civilian life. It suggests soldiers will return to farms and shops, and even hints at future needs if another conflict arises. It rails against nepotism in Paxsipent McKinzey’s family, asserting nephews rose on merit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
United States
Spaniards Celebrate Flag Replacement Glory and Honor
The Spaniards can congratulate themselves that the flag replacing the one they pull down upon the possessions they relinquish is a mighty handsome one and one which has never been trailed in defeat, and the soldiers and sailors of America will see that its honor is preserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
War Ends as Spain Aligns on Peace Protocol
The Spanish government authorizes its Washington minister to align the peace protocol. Both governments will evacuate Cuba Porto Rico and Manila area and occupy by American forces. A commission to draft the treaty will meet in Paris and settle the Philippine issue. The treaty is expected by late September for ratification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Spain
Cuba
Porto Rico
Manila
Paris
Ladrono Islands
Manila Bay
City
Selecting McKinley President in War’s Wake
Commentator praises the choice of William McKinley two years after the Spanish American War. He argues McKinley’s leadership will settle war complications and guide the establishment of new governments in the islands, easing public concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. McKinley
McKinley
Porto Ricans Seek Quick Inclusion in United States
The Porto Ricans express a desire to be counted among Americans at the earliest opportunity and to gain civil government benefits from annexation, aiming to join the United States promptly and establish governance quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Discomfort for Calamity Bowlers Over Money Circulation Rise
The text notes money per capita rose by nearly $3 under the present gold standard and a Republican administration, claiming history shows the Republican party correct in governing while ideas from the pepocrats are proven false by experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Pepocrats
Col Bryan The Case For Paying Soldiers In Gold
The author argues Col Bryan deserves praise for insisting on gold wages for his regiment, stating it is his duty to protect soldiers’ interests. He says if sent to Cuba the payment method could materially affect them and politics must not influence welfare decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoulp
Col
Bryan
Cuba
Suprosa Hobson Kisses Missouri Girl Amid Trials
A terse historical note suggests Suprosa Hobson shared a kiss with a Missouri girl, framed as a matter of personal endurance and timing. The passage hints at social judgment and bravery in facing outcomes, without detailed context or verification of events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suprosa Hobson
Missouri
Spaniards At Manila Face Fierce Night Attack
The Spaniards at Manila met a fierce night attack by our boga and were caught unprepared. They were met with strong resistance and punished, a lesson for future engagements. The troops there are of the same fighting stock as those who fought at Santiago and will be hard to whip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
M. L. Hayward
Manila
Santiago
Yankee becomes badge of true Americanism across the nation
The word Yankee, once scorned by many in the United States, is now embraced as a symbol of genuine American spirit. Even southern friends who derided it in the past now take pride in being called a yankee as the term is understood today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
American valor shown in Manila attack repulsion
The repulse of the Spanish at Manila demonstrates American valor and nerve. It declares that it matters not whether regulars or volunteers, infantry cavalry or battery, the result is the same as the enemy falls in large numbers and our losses are comparatively small.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
General Miles gains confidence with Porto Rico campaign
Taxpayers had initial doubts about Gen Miles but his Porto Rico campaign dispels concerns. He demonstrates ability in every move, reassures the public of his leadership, and strengthens support for the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen
Miles
Porto Rico
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