Iowa News Notes Capture of a Boone boy and local accidents
CAS Corres, a Boone youth, is arrested for theft of red goods. Red Oak residents push to move the Bed Oak freight house across tracks to cut accident risk. Olpran Gallup dies after his son’s murder verdict. his wife cared for him. Turner Coal Co incorporation announced. State suffrage convention set for Oct in Annex with S B Anthony expected. YMCA state gathering in Marshalltown October 10 to 14 with 300 delegates expected. Train collision near Hendrick kills G W McReynolds. Jones county anti horse thief case ends with $1,000 damages. Osceola accident buries Joseph Mutchmore. Dubuque floater identified as Fred Moritz from the Mary Morton. Charles Norris dies after neck fracture.
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Cas Corres
Boone
Red
Ife
Red Oak
Bed Oak
Olpran Gallup
Frank Gallup
Shenandoah
Frank
Turqney Coal Company
Warren County
Woman's Suffrage Association
Annex
Sugan B. Anthony
Jolly J. Suareen
State Agricultural Society
Association For the Lost
Aamed Leaver
Epworth
Dabeque County
Chicago, St. Paul and Kausas City
Fren Mestz
Dubuque
Mary Morton
Muntz
Young Men’s Christian Association
Marshalltown
G. W. McReynolds
Martinsburg
McReynolds
Tus
Jones County
Johnson
Jones County Anti-Horse Thief Association
Osceola
Joseph Mutchmore
Trorthy
Mutshmore
How
Dubuane
Fred Moritz
Marz Morton
St. Louis
Morton
Dubus
Congressional debate over immigration and land bills in 1889 session
Senate discusses Chinese exclusion proposals and homestead entry reforms while the House advances pension measures for Sheridan’s widow and authorizes railway land forfeitures. The week sees defense and naval affairs bills, yellow fever relief funding, and a conference on the sundry civil appropriation bill, with adjournments and procedural moves shaping the long Washington agenda.
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Senate
Wasurerox
Stewart
Nevada
Vermont
House
Camp Sheridan Millitary Reservation
Nebraska
Amon
Crantings & Pension
P. H. Sheridan
Perry
Committee On Public Lands
Northern Pacific Railroad
Committee On Appropriations
Visit of Buffalo Bill Cody Party to Washington
The president hosted Colonel Cody and his band of seventy Indians and cowboys on a Washington visit on the 26th. Major Burke proposed knives for a meeting on Indian affairs while Vilas and Upshaw welcomed the group at the interior department. The delegation toured the Smithsonian and other sites, with enthusiastic remarks about the capital.
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White Horse
Colonel Cody
Buffalo Bill
John M. Burke
Nate Salisbury
Secret Service
Red Shirt
Rocky Bear
Cody
Burke
Interior Department
Vilas
Tndian
Upshaw
Washington
Smithsonian
Rel Wine
Uil-la- Wash-Tay
Charges Against Commissioner Cole In Seed Purchases
Washington special The agricultural committee faces charges from the Association of American Seedsmen accusing Commissioner Coleman of incompetence in seed selection and procurement. They claim he buys seeds from a man named Cleveland, alleged relative of the president, at high prices and poor quality, casting doubt on the fairness of the deals.
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Washington
Agricultural Committee
Coleman
Association of American Seedsmen
Vasy
Cleveland
Justice Matthews II In Poor Health For October Term
Justice Matthews of the United States Supreme Court remains in frail health and likely cannot take his seat when the October term opens. Reports say inflamed stomach membranes prevent feeding and keep him confined to bed.
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Justice Matthews II
Justice Matthews
United States
Alli Preme Court
Electric Flashes and Political Snippets Across States
Senate tariff committee denies altering its report as rumors swirl. Dr. W D Gentry mobilizes nurses to aid yellow fever victims in Jacksonville. Rumors of a Dakota adjutant general appointment prove unfounded. Northwest legislation seems unlikely this session, with October possible closure. New York Socialist Labor Party nominates candidates and plans a mass meeting. Washington weather favors crops, frost threat eases for corn, winter wheat seeding good. Bandit robbery near Pike's Peak reported. a New York man robbed of over 3500. Spokane Falls dispatch details city fires. a $1000 reward offered for captor. Marquette, Houghton & Ontonagon Railway withdraws land grant claim, clearing titles for settlers amid possible forfeiture bill.
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Senate
Wasnineros
Committee On Public Lands
Jacksonville
Fla
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Towse
Thomas
Mississippi River
la Crosse
Wis
Holman
United States
Weaver
Iowa
Indiana
Oklahoma
Warner
Missouri
Tarif
W. D. Gentry
Kansas City
H. C. Wood
War Department
Department of Dakota
Paddock
Northwest
House
Socialistic Labor Party
New York City
Washington Weather and Crop Bulletin
Mississippi Valley
Tennessee
Maniten
Pike's Peak
Robert M. Drew
New York
Marquette, Houghton & Ontonagan Railway Company
General Land Office
State of agriculture signals wheat yield drop abroad
The department of agriculture notes an estimated 78 percent U.S. wheat yield for the year with European crops varied. Italy and Switzerland near 80 percent, Germany about 91, France facing a 71 million bushel deficit, while Austro-Hungary and Russia show gains. England’s crop is poor, driving foreign demand that may lift U.S. prices. debate grows over France suspending import duties despite crop shortage.
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State OF Agriculture
Washinton Speedl
Department of Agriculture
Italy
Switzerland
Germany
France
Austro-Hungary
Russia
Turkey
England
Great Britain
United States
Telegraph Discrimination in Pacific Railroads Fight
The Interstate Commerce Commission received the first application for proceedings against the Pacific railroads under act requiring telegraph service. Postal Telegraph Co seeks connections from the Atlantic to the Pacific Coast, alleging limited reach between the Missouri River and Pacific coast and interruptions with Canadian Pacific ties. The commission will consider and announce conditions soon.
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Washinton
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pacific Railroads
Ett
Pacific Roads
Thei
Postal Telesmph Company
Jines
Thromehont de
Shites
Bt Sand Mueemonts
Panay
Anes Wind Raansas
Western Union
Diary of Frederick Reveals Political Currents Across Germany
The diary extracts spark national stir as Empress Victoria consents to publication while Bismarck and William II are not consulted. The notes recount Versailles tensions between the emperor and Bismarck, hints of Franco-Belgian schemes, and the Crown Prince Frederick’s measured demeanor amid war.
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Buch ix
Berlin
Frederick
Onieind
Deutsche
Baden
Baron von Rogeenbach
San Reno
Baron Roxgenbach
Victoria
Bismarck
William
Zetany
Versailles
Maneck
Bavar
Tunisia
Ywice
Oluweb
Cloyny
Thiat
France
Leopold
Belgium
Seditn
Napoleon
von Moltke
Sedan
Reidh
Frederick Charles
Seventh
Metz
Germany
Grand Army of the Republic commander issues recruiting note
Missouri based Grand Army of the Republic commander in chief Warner issues circular urging posts to act as recruiting stations and to recruit discharged veterans. He stresses fraternal unity over politics and religion, calling for active cooperation to expand the order and keep comradeship strong. The letter notes department encampments to be scheduled. Adjutant General signed. The Treasury Deficit follows as a separate item noting a cashier found $44 short and dismissed.
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Camoiarles
Warner
Missouri
Natioxan
Berys
Kansas City
Grand Army
Grand Army of the Republic
Gunreludes
Conrade
Union Army
Dabors
Davids
Evesne FP
Wetes
Treasury
Ernestine Becker
Honest Truth in Politics A Call for Full Disclosure
A political essay argues that honesty in testimony applies to public leaders and campaigns. It condemns partial truths used to sway voters, urges clear, complete facts about taxation, tariffs, and economic policy, and warns that voters will seek full truth before casting ballots. It analyzes Maine election results and Republican gains, noting shifts in support and the impact on November outcomes.
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Jasue
Uth
Mechanica
Withholdigny
Crater
Cine Ciem
Rome
Politean
Vetel
Arner
Epstor
Wendy
Isler
Ind Arthur
Blaine
le Renublionn
Congress
Imodites
Polla
Expuriance
Weytage
Trusts and Chinese Question in Campaign Letters
Two presidential candidates argue over trusts and Chinese exclusion. Cleveland condemns trusts as offspring of restricted markets and tariff biases, promising reform. Harrison claims workers suffer while profits rise, urging fair methods to curb abuses. The piece critiques both on race and immigration stances, noting public sentiment and political posturing.
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Cleveland
Harrison
Wateworker
Unital
Alers
Geuarrison
Varnely
Tent Conelistont
Dieseland
United States
Uae
Restarin Co
Sats
Gen. Harrigan
New York
Fragments of 19th Century Political Dissent and Local Anecdotes
A garbled mosaic of political jabs about Republicans and free trade, plus odd local vignettes. The text wavers between party commentary, a Scottish visitor’s tale, and an anecdote about a tramp printer and a Kentucky town’s reform of workers.
Bathing Plea Near South Beach Attracts Stranger
A curious scene near South Beach unfolds as an affable Judy asks a passing man to bathe her baby in the sea. The man, moved by the appeal, carries the infant toward the water amid reassurances and friendly chatter, stepping into the waves to fulfill the request.
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South Beache
Judy
Jean
Mirth and Mischief With a Railway Baby Tale
A rambling comic tale mocks young men who inherit a baby at a station. It riffs on brave youths, mothers disappearing, and the social spectacle of a man holding an infant. The piece humorously warns men to beware odd responsibilities and the risk of mishaps and accusations if a baby is involved.
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Navy Yard
Fragmentary Antique Ode About Athens Sculpture
A garbled OCR style fragment references ancient Athens and sculpture. It mentions an Acropolis temple, a sculptor shaping a white heart, and a refined figure refined by a chisel. The text alludes to classical imagery and a distant muse, with unclear names and specifics.
Latterties Southbound Mystery Through Hazy Coastal Lines
An archaic travel snapshot describes migratory winged creatures moving southward toward Blarala with instinct guiding their eastward bends. The scene mentions summer to August travel cycles, the wind blown blossoms, and distant islands like Ship Island Cat Island and Deer Island seen through haze while oyster schooners and pleasure craft dot the waters.
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Ship Island
Cat Island
Deer Island
Adding Machine Idea Promises Quick Calculations
Matar Col. 8. EL Austin, once from our town, has spent years developing a novel adding machine. Now in New Haven, Conn, he watches its manufacture and sells it rapidly to trades. The device uses keys for digits 1 through 9 and a dial shows totals. It promises faster, more accurate arithmetic with less mental strain and could save many bookkeeper hours.
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EL Austin
Ife
New Haven
Conn
Keach
Sheridan Era Focus on Infantry and Artillery Value
John Austin Stevens recalls meeting Gen. Sheridan who questioned artillery's usefulness after studying battlefields in Europe and the Shenandoah Valley. He notes Sheridan sought artillery insight against trained infantry while Gen. Gibbs claimed Sheridan never missed a cannon capture, as reported by the New York World.
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John Austin Stevens
Sheridan
Europe
Dee Bulard
Stevens
Gibbs
Shenandoah Valley
Early
Sherdan
Right You Are Neglected Graves and Nine Poor People
Fragmentary OCR notes describe neglected graves and nine poor people facing stayvoy MO Licuuune. No clear context or full facts detected. text is incomplete and ambiguity remains.
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Ftowa
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New
Committee On Merchant Marine and Fisheries
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Ardor
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