State ticket candidates for Iowa counties
Francis M Drake for governor of Appanoose County and Matt Parrott for lieutenant governor of Black Hawk County headline a slate with Sostah Givens as supreme judge of Polk County, Geo R Perkins railroad commissioner of Fremont, Henry Sabin superintendent of public instruction of Muscatine, and M J Davis Lewis Jub Card T W Brown H B Newcomb as state officials with W F Graham as school superintendent and Abe Biggs as coroner. Levi Mountain and others sit on board seats.
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Matt Parrott
Black Hawk County
Geo. R. Perkins
Fremont County
Henry Sabin
Muscatine County
Jub Card
T. WV. Brown
H. B. Newcomb
W. F. Graham
Abe Biggs
Levi Mountain
Republican Platform Urges Protection and Prosperity in Iowa
The Iowa Republican platform reaffirms federal protectionist principles, criticizes Democratic policies of 1892, favors bimetallism, asserts need for tariff to protect home industry, supports immigration controls, pensions for veterans, and notes Iowa’s delegation to the Fifty-fourth Congress with praise for the senior senator’s service.
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Republican Party of
Iowa
National Party
Democratic Party
Democratic House of Representatives
Republican Party
Senate
Suzor
United States
America
Minneapolis
Republic
Potato buyers consider low market starting eight cents per bushel
Iris notes buyers eye eight cent per bushel start in this locality, but warns against overbearing the market. The potato crop is not as large as some claim, and a holder who stores potatoes briefly can earn good interest.
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Iris
Dem press in Iowa politics touched by liquor issue
The piece rails at alleged Dem hypocrisy over liquor policy in Iowa campaigns. It questions a Democratic candidate’s positions on open saloons, resubmission, the mulct law, and the home against the saloon, urging clarity on where Hunt and the Democrats stand before voters.
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Dr. Davis
Iowa
Republican Party
Democrat
Hunt
Mr. Hunt
Davis
Drake’s position on Drake and Allison praised by paper
The Dubuque Times endorses General Drake, praising his people centered leadership and liberal yet decisive style. It argues his veto restraint aligns with the people’s will and that a governor should honor legislative prerogatives, noting Judge Babb’s questions as unworthy.
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General Drake
Allison
Judge Babb
Boies
Drake
Babb
Dubuque
County Bridge Fund and County Supervisors Support
The editorial defends the county bridge program, crediting the board of supervisors for setting priorities and oversight. It praises Mr. Hunter as a capable builder under contract terms, while stressing that the board shaped decisions on spending and project scope. It appends appreciation for Mr. Biggs and Mr. Mountain, noting voters will keep them in office for honest governance.
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Occasen
Democrat
Hunter
Board of Supervisors
Biggs
Mr. Mountain
Stop Thief Iowa Democrats Attack Drake On Liquor Question
A Iowa campaign piece argues Democrats cry stop thief to mislead voters. The author contends Democrats lack policy support and face defeat, accusing them of false accusations. They criticize Democratic papers for denouncing Gen. Drake and for failing to align with the Republican platform, contrasting with Babb.
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Iowa
Democratic
Gen. Drake
Babb
Sympathy for Cuban Struggle Sparks United States Interest
Citizens in the United States express sympathy for the Cuban insurgents as a potential step by Washington to recognize them would said to bring general satisfaction and reflect the American spirit. The text argues Spain cannot quell the freedom movement despite sending home government aid, indicating deep-rooted dissatisfaction.
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Spain
United States
Washington
Democrats complain over Shelby County Auditor ruling
Democrats in Shelby County condemn Judge Thornell's decision on the contested county auditor race. The ruling rests on established legal precedence from several states and is expected to stand. Democrats aim to capitalize politically to retain deserting members, while Shelby County edges toward Republican dominance.
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Shelby County
Thornell
Shelby
Harrison County Republicans Rally Behind Milliman Bid
In Harrison county the Republican push for J C Milliman as representative faces factional strain. The piece urges unity to keep the party intact and prevent division that could cost the county its seat. Outside Republicans watch, hoping Milliman, their capable leader, returns to the next assembly.
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Harrison County
J. C. Milliman
J. C. Dowell
Milliman
Wedding Practice in South Carolina Cites Legal Stand
A wedding described as until death as do part is noted as not recognized by South Carolina law for divorces. The text asserts divorces are not allowed in the state and that a divorce obtained elsewhere by a citizen is not recognized. The piece frames this as a civilizational advancement and cites South Carolina’s stance on divorce law.
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South Carolina
Democratic Administration Raises Local Debt Concerns Cass County
The piece argues that under the current national administration the national debt rose by over 160 million, translating to about 50 thousand for Cass County per population basis. It claims low enthusiasm in democratic ranks due to these fiscal burdens.
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Cass County
Republicans Rouse Court House Crowd for Drake Saunders
A Monday night Republican meeting at the county courthouse drew a full house as Gen. Drake and Hon. C. G. Saunders spoke on state issues. Drake defended pensions for Union soldiers and a balanced tariff while Saunders attacked the Wilson bill and McKinley reciprocity repeal. The audience cheered. many attendees traveled from nearby towns, several left due to crowd size, and organizers aimed to boost Republican majorities in Cass County.
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Court House
Gen. Drake
Hon. C. G. Saunders
Iowa
General Drake
Shelby
Park Hotel
Atlantic Band
Park
Murray
John W. Scott
G. Saunders
Council Bluffs
Drake
Democratic Party
Cass County
Largest Citron Brought to Town Weighs 5014 Pounds
Holdorf of Noble township near Wax delivered a Minnesota citron weighing 5014 pounds to the office. It resembles a huge watermelon and could fool melon hookers. it is described as the largest citron ever brought to town.
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Holdorf
Noble Township
Wax
Minnesota
Grove Township Creates Four Road Districts For Supervisors
At the trustees meeting the township was divided into four road districts requiring one road supervisor elected per district for a one year term by order of trustees.
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Te Grove
Mount Lebanon Shakers Aid Charity With Digestive Cordial
The Mount Lebanon Shakers gave away 1000 bottles of Digestive Cordial, an advertising move that nonetheless produced widespread good. Users praised its effectiveness for stomach derangements, while druggists report small booklets claiming it stimulates appetite aids digestion and builds strength. A child friendly laxative named Laxor is also advertised.
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Mount Lebanon
South Carolina Convention Rejects Office Bar for Mixed Heritage
The South Carolina constitutional convention adopted an article banning white marriage to a person with any negro blood but refused an amendment to bar whites cohabiting with a person having one eighth or more negro blood from holding office. It would also name offspring as if the father were legitimate.
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Tuk
South Carolina
Inter Ocean
Campaign vigilance urged for Cass County Republicans
Republicans of Cass county are urged to keep watch as the campaign opens and enemies attack Republican candidates. Ensure no ticket candidate falters and counter any special effort for any candidate with extra work. Take pride in delivering a creditable local showing.
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Cass County
Harrison's stance unclear on Allison for president
The text discusses Grn. Harrison's possible stance on Senator Allison's presidential bid. It argues that if Harrison is not a candidate, Allison becomes the natural choice for admirers of the ex president, given both arewestern men with similar views. It concludes that Allison's chances for president appear bright.
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Grn
Harrison
Senator Allison
Allison
Governor Culberson Wins Fight Against Prize Fighting
Gov Culberson defeats Corbett and Fitzsimmons in Texas. Prize fighting wanes. civilization loses nothing if it ends.
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Gov. Culberson
Texas
Corbett and
Fitzsimmons
Republican crop helps though Democratic prices bite
Fred Saemisch of Noble said the neighborhood fared well with a good Republican crop, but he noted that Democratic prices remain tough to contend with.
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Fred Saemisch
Noble
Times
German and Danish Voters Shift to Republicans
The article notes that Germans and Danes are natural protectionists who favor sound money. Many of them, previously Democrats, are expected to support the Republicans on election day.
Political Hopes Dim In This Year’s Enthusiasm
The piece notes weak Democratic fervor this year and questions the perennial spring of human hope, suggesting it may be dry and reticent rather than vocal.
Council Bluffs Nonpareil Gains Omaha Department
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil adds an Omaha department and earns praise as a strong paper in the Missouri valley. The expansion signals growing influence and better coverage for regional news.
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Council Bluffs
Omaha
Missouri Valley
Ninth District Republicans Meet in Council Bluffs
A Ninth District Republican League gathering in Council Bluffs drew representatives from all counties. President Conaway and State Chairman McMillen spoke as officers elected included H W Byers president T C Dawson secretary O R Patrick treasurer and a slate of vice presidents from Audubon Cass Adair Shelby Mills Harrison Montgomery Guthrie Pottawattamie Avoca Red Oak Woodbine Stuart Council Bluffs. The aim is to organize county leagues with each vice president serving as county president.
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Council Bluffs
Republican League
Conaway
State League
McMillen
H.W Byers
Harlan
T. C. Dawson
O. R. Patrick
Glenwood
Audubon County
J. A. Nash
Cass County
L. F. Mullins
Atlantic
Adair County
W. B. Williams
Greenfield
Shelby County
C. R. Benedict
Shelby
Mills County
M. H. Byers
Harrison County
M. A. Reed
Woodbine
Montgomery County
E. Cook
Red Oak
Guthrie County
W. BG
Tariff Facts For Speakers and Students Issued by League
The American Protective Tariff League has issued Defender Document No. 9 a 160 page volume titled Tariff Facts For Speakers and Students. It outlines the impact of threatened free trade and the present low tariff law. The org offers order by number only and mail delivery for ten cents to any address. Send to Wilbur L. Wakeman General Secretary 135 West 23d Street New York.
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American Protective Tariff League
Wilbur
Wakeman
West 23d Street
New York
Royal Baking Powder Shines in World's Fair Tests
The World's Fair tests showed no baking powder so pure or so strong in leavening power as Royal. The Royal brand demonstrated superior rising capability and purity compared with competing brands, highlighting its reputation for quality baking results.
Local notes from Hot Springs on visitors and residents
In Hot Springs South Dakota October 1 a letter describes the influx of visitors, excursions by rail, and the presence of cavalry bands from Fort Mead. It notes a death of Miss Mary Fuson, aged 32, with her family ties to Atlantic, Iowa. Local residents H. E. Bacon, John Sidey, Jim Wilson, Mrs. Briggs, J. S. Cromwell, C. A. Clark, and M. Caughey are named as part of the community.
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Hot Springs
8. D
Iowa
Illinois
Missouri Valley
Mary Fuson
Atlantic
Cass County
H. E. Bacon
John Sidey
Egb
Apprehension of cold fade with Dr Humphreys 77
A historic advertisement touts Dr Humphreys Specific 77 as a preventive and cure for colds and grip. It warns autumn and winter bring dread of illness, claims 77 wards off pneumonia diphtheria consumption and other symptoms. The copy notes the medicine is sold by druggists from Canada to Cape Horn.
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Canada
Cape Horn
Dr. D. C. Franklin Honored by Des Moines Conference
At the Des Moines Conference session five representatives were chosen as delegates to the General Conference in Cleveland Ohio next May. The delegation includes Dr. Emery Miller Dr. H. W. Rees Dr. J. W. Hamilton Dr. D. C. Franklin and Dr. W. T. Smith. Franklin, presiding elder of the Atlantic District, is praised for profound thought and high moral character. The district pastors and members commend the appointment as a high honor and well deserved.
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D. C. Franklin
Cleveland
Ohio
Emery Miller
H. W. Rees
J. W. Hamilton
W.T. Smith
United States
Franklin
Atlantic
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the Weekly Telegraph
Ayres & Hollowell
Francis M. Drake
Overnor
Appanoose County
Sostah Given
Polk County
M. J. Davis
Lewis
Republican State Platform
County Bridge Fund
U.S
Dakota
Scott
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