Fragmented Notes and Local Inquiries From Early Iowa Paper
A garbled column surveys political questions and social topics. It cites figures on population, suffrage, and public works, mentions John Spence an 1812 veteran, and notes a new Iowa Capitol with its dimensions and costs. It also reports fires cowboys in Long Pines and a Clinton Missouri tragedy, plus civil cases dismissed by state officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Spence
Ogden
Boone County
District Health Ofice
Washington
Ugen
Noa
Ofiers Ech
Iowa Horticultural Society
C. T. Watrons
LL. C. Laymond
Counsel Bluffs
J. Ll. Budd
Ames
Srryhin Town Cit
Scvonil
Tonnn
Dixon
Oskaloosa
Snel Foster
Muscatine
John Wragg
Waukee
P. Speer
Cedar Falls
Lawrence
Arex Peddie
Clinton
Missouri
George
Dimith
Ab Lewis
Elizabeth Smith
Rachel
Uirteen
Ellen
Theodore
Ubree
Smith
Lowa
Senate Chamber
Mouse of Representatives
Oskalotsa Herald
Isaac Brandt
Marshall District Court
Executive Council
Rare Iowa estate case determined by presumed divorce
The Marion Register reports a Kansas case, Mary Ellie v Mary A Ellis, over Myron Ellis’s 315,000 estate. The court ruled for the defendant, citing a long separation and presumed divorce, allowing a second marriage. The piece also rails at temperance enforcement and railroad funding debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Regiver
Ludge Hedges
Mary Ellie
Mary A. Ellis
Myron
Ellis
Mary Ellis
Canada
Iowa
Meader
Viola
Mary A. Nicholls
Mips
Debate on Prohibition in Kansas Letter Dissented by Opponents
A Keokuk letter from Rev. Grassie discusses prohibition in Kansas, defending its enforcement and warning against repealing the dry laws. Gov. St. John responds by denying widespread illegal saloons, while praising prohibition and noting public support. The exchange accuses McGlelland of misrepresenting Kansas law and highlights Topeka’s liquor history and soda-water regulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John
Topeka
Theresay
McGlelland
Jaye
McClelland
St John
Kansas
Keokuk
Graasie
Gov. St. John
TorEexa
Thomas G. Grassie
Keokwk
Towa
Sin
Dr. McGlelland
Cedar Rapids
Olathe
Jobusin County
Leavenworth
Atchison
Dr. McClelland
Taos
Dramshops
Jonn J. St. Jom
Prohibition Debate In Iowa Press Stirs Reader Response
The letter argues two sides to prohibition, praising temperance advocates and questioning Gov. St Johns actions in Kansas. It notes large rewards for violators and asks how success or failure should be judged, urging public knowledge for Iowa readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Kansas
McClelland
Gov. St. John
Prosperity Shines in 1881 Farmers Insurance Report
The Cedar Rapids based Farmers Insurance Company reports a banner year 1881 with asset gains of 539,995.80 and policy increases of 4,541 over 1880. Surplus to policyholders rises 28,018.48 and to stockholders 328,638,483, along with higher insured funds and premium receipts as the company emphasizes strong growth and fiscal health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Insurance Company of
Cedar Rapids
Old Shiprates at Greene's Opera House Saturday Evening
Greene's Opera House presents Old Shiprates as the next attraction on Saturday evening January 28. The production is described as a finest spectacular on stage with thrilling scenes and beautiful representations. The Captain Marling Weathergage of Frank Mordaunt is a sturdy whaler type, while Harriet Lens, the heroine, falls in love. Miss Renard delivers a near perfect performance. The Bradford Star calls the scenes amusing and affecting as the exchange closes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene's Opera House
Marling
Frank Mordaunt
New Bedford
Harriet Lens
Miss Renard
Bradford
The Assassin Trial Nearing Its End
Judge Porter opened a closing assembly for the prosecution and delivered a masterly, rational attack on the defense. He portrayed Guiteau as sane, morally responsible, and fully accountable for the murder, dismissing insanity as a theory. The jury likely to be given the case later this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter
Chuo
Seoville
Guiteau
Severe Cold Grips Eastern New York and New England
Reports from Eastern New York and nearby states show record cold with temperatures ranging from 33 below to 94 below in remote spots and rivers frozen solid. Schools in some areas closed as arctic conditions persist across New England and New York.
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New York
Norview
N. Y
Saranac Laks
Plattsburg
Keesville
Port Henry
Ticondaroga
Whitehall
Clery Walls
Lake George
Saratoga
Loughkeepsie
Mercure
Hudson
Peeks- Killmarth
Newport
Boston
New England
Insurance Company Fire notary sworn statement 1883
Sworn statement of Farmers Insurance Wareras Cedar Rapids Iowa filed with State Auditor W. V. Lucas certifying authorized to transact Fire Insurance in the state. It lists capital 100000 and details for 1881 and 1882 financials, with a signature and state seal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Insurance Wareras
Danpany
Cedar Rupids
Taveu
Tnsurance Company
W. V. Locas
Janary
Bee
Ageregnt Dimauiro Lassola Él Sai Company
Det
Dist
Agerepale
Vv. Lucas
Auditor of State
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First Presbyterian
Burkhsberg
Strat
Beterman
Ev Das
John Hood
W. Bennett
Bluggold
Siiweal
Nibley
Ondaud
Philadelphia
Wilson
Gear
Kasson
Scoville
King
Grant
Garfield
James Roaker
Gouk Thur
F. Wilson
Sherman
State Register
Northand
Tox
Sippi
Europe
Tres
John Or
Saapenetea
Commonwealth
Pheir
Bey
Coumery Roads
Casey
Gale
W.L. Weller
Fisa and
Poubtry
C. D. Harris
Hagle Street
Pouwltry
Aly of Tong
Cédar Rapids
A. D. Legi
Atociaron
Jane ‘Uay
F. Drake
Cleveland
Vesey St
William
Morrison, Plummer & CO
Chiento
TU. S. Hliss
Willam's
Frazier's
Tve Glty Satfoons Bante
Gedar Rapids
Loin
Ter
V’elovk
A.M. Wdfaelocky
BEVEL
Cashier Gediur Stupids
Bec
Culver
Rell
Abely
Abejad
Culverwell Medigal CO
Row
Ding Sk
N.Y
YI. Y I Esstul Praca
B., U. B. & N. Railway
Elast
Iasrm
Pasn
WayFat Eo Freight
Milwauker Division
Elve SM
Diy
Ureight
Paghnd
Paasenger
Preight
Leay Breight
Letre Freight Ma
Go Aviv
Fansaeusces Dreight
Towa Cily
Cedar Raphis
Cedar Raphia
Burlington
Albert Leis
Rosa
Stave Pullman
Denm Durlagton
Albers Lea
Minneapolis
Dilly
BLP
AES
G.T& P
Hammoth Stock
Gillette & Reed's
Ing and Gent's Furnish
Ing
Iowa Ave
Lawast
Solomon & Busch
Harper’s Magazine Illustrated
Alwasy
Charles Francia Anant, JR
Hasper
England
Great Britain
Harper's Periodicals
Larper
Tarfer's
Tarper
BazAl
Spatns
Harper's Srene ‘People
Franklin Squard Library
Inttad
Harper's Magazine. Com
Singh
Harper's Magazine
Vasa
Bos
GIOEN
Ghanco
Cillette & Reed
Com
Cedar Rapide
Harper & Brothers
Androsy
Farmers’ Insurance Go
AD WA
Burlington, Cedar Rapids & Northern Railway Company
Dorwart, Secratary
Jnewvegn
Fosdick
Hatscefeld
Peniel H
Javaving
Petit Trom
HSU
Gudar Rapids
Matt
Lester
Wy Riek
Yrel Pigate
Sepe Hal Law Moredon ‘Furbi
Rochester, N.Y
Booretspers
Aporrets
Sepp Tesahera
Brent Morcantile
Harper's Bazar Tlovsitratsl
Itz
Kro
Auméric Tits
Harper's Mag AZ Barper
Young Earl
Harper
Harper & BF
Umes
Haring
Suis Advertive
Marper
THE
NEW York Mercury
U.S
Trisant
Daily Journal
Henes
Tom
Wilde
Navy York Mar Ry
New Fork
United States
William Cauldwell
Victor
Susw Youri Mamcory
Park Row
New York City
Jinn
Natier
Vander- Dil
Linn
Saul Siose
Cuma
Henry E. Vanderbilt
Leowang
Areney
Awe
Cindley
Carpenters
Commercial
Benton Streets
North Commercial Street
G. A. Ohler
Town Avenue
Simon Adelsheim
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