Republican County Convention At Atlantic Iowa March 7 1896
The Cass county Republicans meet at the Atlantic court house to choose delegates for the state convention in Des Moines March 11 1896 and for the national convention in St Louis in June. Representation is one delegate per precinct plus more for Drake votes. Central committee mandates primaries February 29. R. M. Muray, Chairman. W. A. Foutrot, Secretary.
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Cass County
Court House
Atlantic
Iowa
Des Moines
St. Louis
F. M. Drake
Tecorrad Vtassi Vaste Ees
Central Committee
R. M. Mugray
W. A. Foutrrt
Cass County Republicans Nominate Clerk Auditor and Recorder Candidates
A set of election notices shows multiple Cass county residents declaring candidacies for Clerk of the District Court Auditor and Recorder. Names include W H McConvitt Henry Wootton James Green R A Sairecert Andrew Frank Ayre Jeane Q Jackson and Jeanne Jackson with appeals for Republican convention support. The declarations emphasize party backing and qualification for the roles.
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District Court
Cass County
W. H. McConvitt
Glerk
Henry Wootton
James Green
Cass Junty
R. A. Sairecert
Bor Recorder
Andrew
Jeane Q. Jackson
Congressmen for Delegates to Iowa Convention
Speakers argue all Iowa congressmen should be delegates to the national convention to support Mr. Allison. They oppose excluding capable noncongressional Republicans and insist selection be merit based, noting Allison’s strength lies with the people, not just lawmakers.
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Iowa
Allison
Congress
Towa
Ex Mayors Role in City Finances and Election Outlook
Ex Mayor Whitney helped reduce city expenses and funded park improvements at his own cost but resigned after a council resolution curtailed further work. The piece urges selecting businesslike, tax-conserving council members and notes county attorney race buzz, including H. M. Boorman’s renomination bid. Mason Curtis of Atlantic is campaigning for Congress, praised for loyalty and service.
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Whitney
Atlantic
Grant Fountain
E. J. Dickerson
Isaac and
H. J. Cavenaugh
Kelley
Seven Newspaper Law Reforms and Public Notice Liability
The piece argues for updated laws to curb injustices to newspapers and tighten liability for false information. It critiques bills aimed at public notices and libel, urging a balanced law protecting both press and public while condemning malicious tips and private petitions.
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Lowa
Pennsylvania
New York
Democrats Reject Bond Financing in Face of Syndicate Pressure
The article laments the administration's stance on giving a syndicate millions to issue bonds, noting Republicans call it wasteful and misguided. It asserts Democrats finally yielded only after public pressure, contrasting with alleged stubbornness and lack of business sense in governance.
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Cleveland
Carlisle
Washington
Senate Committees On Public Lands
Cuban Rebels Defy Spanish Lines in Fierce Engagements
Spaniards draw lines in Cuba that insurgents frequently ignore as Cuban fighters press hard. The clash shows Cubans will fight tenaciously and push forward decisively when attacked, whether advancing or retreating.
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Cuba
Rejoicing Over Phelps Anti Cigarette Bill Passage
The state celebrates the senate approval of the Phelps anti cigarette bill while mothers urge House passage. Ladies visit The Capital office to thank staff for backing the measure, noting a son of 18 felled by cigarette use.
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Senate
Western congressmen wary of coast fortification spending
The Globe Democrat cites Western lawmakers opposing hundreds of millions for coast defenses and argues wartime torpedo boats would be manned as needed. It also notes mixed views on legalized primary elections and highlights Major Curtis as a strong GOP candidate in Iowa's ninth district per the Atlantic Telegraph.
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Congress
Curtis Declares Candidacy for Congress in Atlantic
Mason H. G. Curtis, a noted strong man of western Iowa, is formally announced as a candidate for congress. His home is Atlantic and he has a long record of yeoman service for the Republican party, described as creditable and honorable.
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Mason Curtis
Atlantic
Casey
Congress
Curtis
Iowa
Mason H. G. Curtis
Republican Party
Harlan American
Locomotive Endorsees Major Curtis for Senate Seat
The Locomotive praises Major Curtis as an able loyal Republican and strong representative. Senator Tillman claims sole farming tie in the U.S. Senate, while critics doubt farmers’ ownership of him and question such agricultural fealty.
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Tillman
United States Senate
Senate
Washington
Blanchard
Agricultural Department
Committee On
House
Pacific Railroad Committee
Prohibition debate and political notes from Atlantic region
Comment on liquor law stagnation and possible no resubmission. Mason H. Curtis of Atlantic seeks Republican congressional nomination, praised by Harlan American. Opinion leans to recognizing Cuban independence first, with potential annexation discussed later.
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Iria
United States
Cuba
Spain
Republican Party maturity and Griswold American anniversary
The republican party is now forty years old with experience to nominate and elect a competent candidate. The Griswold American marks sixteen years of steady publication under Dave Scott. A Times-Republican note claims Cosa is nearer to the U S than Armenia and condemns violence against women and children. Public loan bids totaled 684 208 850, far surpassing requirements, proving the U S can handle its bonds.
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Republican Party
Griswold American
Dave Scott
Griswold
Cosa
United States
Armenia
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Harrison Withdraws From Presidential Race Shifts Backers
The withdrawal of Harrison from the presidential race will shift support toward other candidates. While several contenders may gain some of Harrison's followers, the author believes Allison will receive a sizable portion of them.
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Harrison
Allison
Bill to shield newspapers from libelous papers introduced
Dr Davis of this county introduces a house bill to protect newspapers from damage caused by misrepresentation and libelous matter, making it a misdemeanor with strict penalties. The item reflects a broader political jab about Harrison not seeking the presidency or marriage while noting other party battles and current events.
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Dr. Davis
Call to rescue the people by funding and bonding reform
A citizen urges the administration to learn a lesson and pass legislation that would stop bond issues, stabilize the economy, and reestablish business in the country by ensuring financial support without further debt.
People demonstrate ability to sustain credit boosts confidence
The public display of willingness and capacity to uphold the nation’s credit strengthens business prospects and restores confidence in the economy.
Wyoming Sheep Industry Flourishing in Casper Area
In Casper Wyoming Joseph Desert reports that snow in the range area averages six inches and all sheep are in prime condition with minimal range losses. About 250000 sheep are wintered locally, yearling ewes sold for 3.85 per head after shearing, and mixed sheep fetched 2.26. Wool is expected at 7 to 8 cents per pound this spring, with limited money at the commission level as growers favor sale over consignments. Local sheep companies posted dividends last season and individual mortgages were reduced 40 percent. Four hundred thousand sheep are to be sheared around Casper, signaling stronger future prospects.
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Casper, Wy
Joseph Desert
Here
Rawlings
Pena
Casper
Heavy Judgment at Lincoln Damages Case Verdict
Kendall Smith sued Sanitary District No 1 for 377 500 and a jury returned a 61000 verdict for the plaintiff after about three hours of deliberation. Other briefs note a Spanish victory report from Pinar del Rio, a death of Parley Stearns in Canton Illinois, local option bills in Columbus, and various national items.
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Lincoln
Walloo, Neb
Kendall & Smith
Sanitary District No. 1
City of
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Lavory
Grover Cleveland
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Dakota
Wyoming
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Arpmore
I. T
Chicasaw
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William M. Guy
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Denison & Northern Railway
Dougherty
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M. A. Dillon
Union Veterans’ Union
Medal of Honor Legion
Maprio
Segara
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Pinar del Rio
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Canton
Ilis
Parley
Stearns
Columbus
Harris
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Boston
Mexico
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London
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Joseph A. Bannigan
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Rome
Baratieri
Erythrea
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Wambert
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Germani Excavators
Antonius Pius
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