Cass County Republicans to hold convention March 7 1895
The Cass county Republicans meet at the Atlantic courthouse on Saturday March 7 1895 at 1 p m to elect delegates to the State convention in Des Moines and the National convention in St Louis. Temporary chairman Charles Cole and temporary secretary W A Follett to preside. Delegates allocated by township voting strength and Drake vote totals.
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Ublicans
Cass County
Court House
Atlantic
Laws
Des Moines
Iowa
St. Louis
Charles Cole
Cumberland
W. A. Follett
F. M. Drake
Atlanticed
Atlantic 4Th
KR. M. Murgay
W. A. Follerr
Ninth District Republican Convention Call Des Moines 1856
A call to Republican electors of Iowa Ninth District to meet in Des Moines on March 1856 to elect two delegates and two alternates to the national convention in St Louis. Delegates apportioned by county votes. lists counties and votes. delegates may also serve at the state convention. I. N. Trevior and J. H. Vinson sign as district Republican officials.
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Ninth Congressional District
Lowa
Republican National Committee
State Central Committee
Congressional Committee
Iowa
Des Moines
St. Louis
Missouri
F. M. Drake
Ninth
Adair County
Audubon
Cass County
Guthrie
Harrison Coun
Mills County
Montgomery County
Pottawattomie
Shelby County
Cass County Republican Announcements for County Offices
A series of candidate announcements for Cass County offices including Clerk of the District Court County Auditor Recorder and related endorsements. Each declares candidacy subject to the Republican convention and appeals for Republican support from listed individuals W H McConville Henry W Foxton James Green Br H Shifflett C W Andrew Frank Aylesworth Frank Q Jackson.
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District Court
Cass County
W.H
Henry W Foxton
Bar Auditor
James Green
BR. H. Shifflett
Lthereby
C. W. Andrew
Frank Aylesworth
Scott's Emulsion Promoted For Consumptive Tendencies
Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites promises to arrest consumptive tendencies and soothe throat and lung irritation. It claims to build up the body, fortify the system, and aid protection against further inroads of the disease through outdoor exercise, pure air, and pure water.
County Bonds Refunding Sparks Savings for Cass County
The Board of Supervisors yesterday reissued bonds at six percent, refunding five percent bonds and warrants to save nearly half a percent on old debt and 11 cents on warrants. About $22,000 in bonds sold at a 4 3/4 percent rate with a $250 premium, Des Moines buyer D. B. Lyons, with three bidders in the field and Smith of Harlan helping secure the premium. Most debt stems from Cass County Bank failure litigation. officials note the move reduces interest costs and avoids six percent warrants.
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Board of Supervisors
D. B. Lyons
Des Moines
Smith
Rewards for party workers urged by Tue Anita Republican
The Tue Anita Republican argues that rewards should go to honest, faithful workers who share political burdens. When two candidates for the same office are equally competent, the proven worker deserves recognition as a right for earned service and steadfast principles.
Faculty suspend large group of medical students over disorder
State University faculty disciplined many medical students for riotous conduct in lecture halls. The speaker argues only gentlemen should be physicians and that disciplined students should be barred from entering the profession.
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State University
Gardner asks why a beer tax law isn’t enacted
The speaker questions government revenue needs and suggests a $1 beer tax. He asks why Democratic lawmakers don’t file such a bill to test Republican opposition, arguing that current statements prove little about the GOP stance without a concrete proposal.
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Bro. Gardner
Reversal of policy urged to restore prosperity
The text argues that better times depend on reversing the policy that caused hardship. It claims confidence and business revival rise as Republicans regain power in all branches, and that times should and probably will improve as that happens.
Byers Named Candidate for Congress by Harlan Republican
The Harlan Republican formally announces H. W. Byers as a candidate for Congress in the district. It notes Byers is competent but young, suggesting he may wait until Curtis of the county has represented the district before pressing forward.
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H.W. Byers
Harlan Republican
Byers
Curtis
Bill Nye Dies A Humorist Mourned By Readers
Epcan Wilson Nye, known as Bill Nye, has passed away on Saturday. He will be missed by American readers as a real humorist, a scarce commodity in his field.
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Epcan Wilson Nye
Bill Nye
Fractured Party Debate Echoes in Circulation Talk
A fragmented remark discusses financing a Democratic shortfall before a St. Louis convention. It notes per capita circulation at about 822.47 and argues the party must keep its share in active circulation, while remarking that they are not holding H.
Allison sentiment grows in Indiana and Virginia
Sentiment surrounding Allison appears to be increasing in Indiana and Virginia, suggesting rising interest or concern. The observation notes growing momentum and implies potential public or political manifestation in these states.
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Allison
Indiana
Virginia
Allison and Reciprocity in the 19th Century Debate
The piece credits Mr. Allison as a key proponent of reciprocity, tracing origins to Blaine and noting its role in the 1800 tariff and expanding trade. It discusses political advantage for Allison, then shifts to a Cass county measure limiting malt liquor sales by pharmacists, backed by the State Pharmaceutical association, amid universal opposition.
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Mr. Allison
Blaine
Allison
Senate
Davis
Cass
State Pharmaceutical Association
Iowa Cigarette Bill Faces House Delay Says Keosauqua Republican
The Keosauqua Republican argues Senator Phelps anti cigarette bill has passed the Iowa senate but waits ten days in the house. It says cigarette sales harm youth and should be prohibited, urging the law to pass. The piece notes most Van Buren county tobacco dealers would welcome enactment.
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Phelp
Iowa
van Buren County
Republican editors in Midwest favor Allison for president
The Chicago Tribune reports Iowa editors back Allison, Kansas favors McKinley with Allison second, and Nebraska divides among McKinley Allison and Manderson. Allison gains steadily, poised for a strong following at St Louis.
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Chicago Tribune
Iowa
Kansas
Nebraska
Allison
McKinley
Manderson
St Louis
Weyler Uses Proclamations as Cuba War Tactic
In Cuba General Weyler bombards insurgents with paper proclamations and threats while Maceo crossed the Havana province line with his forces. Gomez and Maceo show no fear as Weyler relies on telegram dispatches. Separately, seven appropriation bills before Congress indicate over ten million dollars less than the last Democratic session, signaling economy and faster progress.
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Weyler
Maceo
Havana
Gomez
Congress
Coronor Jury Links Centerville Tragedy to Cigarettes Whisky Jealousy
The coroners jury that probed the Centerville death toll of three, including Mrs. Martin and her daughter, and Jesse Jones who killed himself, concluded the tragedy was caused by cigarettes whisky and jealousy. Separately, the U S Treasury announces Cramps won the contract to build revenue cutter No. 8 for Pacific service. the vessel will be 160 feet long and among the best built cutters in the service.
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Centerville
United States Treasury Department
Cramps
Great Shipbuilders
Pacific Coast
Comet date eyed as Iowa politics shift tone
The paper notes a fast moving comet expected March 14 and quips it won’t scare Iowa Republicans as Allison's boom continues. It mentions the regular army recruiting to max strength offering many young men permanent posts, while Horace Boies’ presidential bid wanes amid a warming spell and a looming frost.
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Iowa
Petitioning the Legislature Burdens Lawmakers With Petitions
The author argues petitions flood both legislative chambers with bills and distract from essential business. Citizens push signatures for new measures, prompting members to file needless bills. Call to limit petitions to major topics so committees can focus on important work before adjournment.
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House
Senate
Transfer of Funds From Road Tax to County Fund
The senate committee on judiciary endorses Senator Phelps's bill to transfer county road funds into the general county fund. Objections about diverting tax receipts and benefiting cities were addressed by limits and a narrow scope. If enacted on July 4, it could relieve counties and curb bond needs, with passage now likely in the senate.
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Judiciary Committee
Senate
Phelps
General County Fund
County Boards of Supervisors
Normal School Idea Placed Before Atlantic Citizens
A house committee favors establishing five normal schools statewide with locations along rail lines. The piece argues Atlantic could benefit if one is built here, noting local guarantees for grounds and buildings and state funding for ongoing support. It urges progressive citizens to pursue a local normal school.
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House
Atlantic
Senate Decorum Questioned After Recent Spats
Recent actions in the United States Senate threaten its reputation for dignity as minor incidents and exchanges among members suggest a slide toward lower branch conduct, illustrating concerns over decorum and procedure.
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United States
Senate
Sillman
Congress
Republicans Fight Over Senate Vote in Kentucky
Two or three Republican members of the Kentucky legislature balk at joining the majority in electing a U S senator. The discord hampers harmony, which would be welcome for the party at this time.
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Kentucky
United States
Wool import statistics spark debate on free trade promises
The Cedar Rapids Republican critiques free trade claims by Democrats, citing 1894 wool imports valued at millions and rising volumes from 1804 to 1805. It questions Democratic presidential nominee viability and includes a aside about Maher taking a punch.
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United States
Cedar Rapids
Ducks Debts and Democrats in Washington Debacle
The Atlanta Constitution sums up the situation at Washington as ducks debts and democrats. All dead except the debts. Maler is referenced with suspicion about his eyesight amid brutal exhibitions.
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Maler
The
Atlanta Constitution
Washington
Township Republicans Hold Meetings Across County
The Grove township caucus convenes at Garfield schoolhouse February 29 at 1 pm to elect delegates to the county convention in Atlantic March 7. Center schoolhouse Pymosa township hosts a primary at 2 pm to choose six delegates for Atlantic. Bear Grove Center schoolhouse meets February 29 at 2 pm for county delegates. Franklin township caucus in Wiota February 29 at 2 pm to elect delegates for Atlantic March 7. Cass township G A R hall Lewis votes February 29 at 3 pm to select ten delegates for Atlantic March 7.
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Grove Township
Garfield Schoolhouse
Atlantic
C. M. Fett, Jr
Center School House
Pymosa Township
Court House
Joan Gentle
Bear Grove Township
Ina Milion
Franklin Township
Wiota
Oxi Coowks
Cass Townshi
G. A.R. Hall
Lewis
W. B. Davis
It May Do As Much For You Mr Fred Miller
Irving Ill man Fred Miller reports long standing kidney trouble with back pain and bladder issues. After trying many so called cures, he started using Electric Bitters about a year ago and found relief at once. The remedy is advertised as effective for kidney and liver troubles and often provides quick relief. Large bottle only 50 cents at any drug store.
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Fred Miller
Irving, Ill
Simmons Liver Regulator Ad Endorsed for Spring Health
The advertisement extols Simmons Liver Regulator as the best spring medicine to purify blood and cleanse the system. It includes a testimonial from Hysell of Middleport, praising its corrective and purifying effects and stating preference for this remedy over others.
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Hysell
Middleport
Thirty-Eighth Street Stop Sparks Conductor Talk
A confrontation aboard a city tram ends with the conductor admitting the car can stop at Thirty-eighth Street if needed. A countrywoman complains she was carried past her stop and threatens to report the incident to the company while the conductor tries to deescalate and guides her to exit.
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Thirty-ninth Street
Thirty Eighth Street
Thirty
Thirty-eighth Street
erLon
Chicago
English vs sports language in college athletics debate
A New York Times critique mocks the idea of “better English” being harmed by sports slang, arguing there is no superior form of English and that great writers adapt language from any source. It cites Shakespeare’s use of sports terms and warns against rigid grammars limiting living tongues. A separate note describes La Fourmi life insurance in French towns offering $1000 to heirs for deaths before age 88, with payments tapering to $510 at 51 to support young families.
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Saya
New York Times
Shakespeare
la Fourmi
The
Apt
Elkins Not Seeking Presidential Nomination
Cleveland Feb 24 Senator Elking of West Virginia says he is not a candidate for the presidential nomination. He states he is content with his senatorial seat and that rumors of presidential ambitions were the result of ill advised friends and are unauthorized.
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Elkins
Cleveland
Elking
West Virginia
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