Republicans in Second district show united front for nominating race
In Iowa's Second district the Republican campaign is harmonious with several strong men already announcing and more potential contenders. Candidates from Muscatine Jackson and Clinton counties have declared, while Scott Johnson and Iowa counties may present favorite sons. The party is united, ready to back the eventual nominee with full strength regardless of the outcome.
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Iowa
Muscatine
Jackson
Clinton
Scott
Johnson
Scott County
Look for a cyclone in Democratic free trade drift
The piece argues Democratic leaders cycle back to free trade as a paramount issue after discarding free silver imperialism and other causes. It notes Bryan clings to free silver while the party reverts to free trade, likening it to prodigal behavior and a recurring, foggy pattern the public may tire of.
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Philippines
Bryan
Democratic Party
Protection Pledge Drives Democrats Toward a Cyclone
The text argues that the Democrats are unalterably in favor of protection and warns that a free trade campaign this year would split the party. It claims remaining manufacturers merchants and bankers favor protection, oppose tariff reductions, and fear a cyclone within Democratic ranks this year.
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Democratic Party
Party Fealty and the Iowa Republican Platform
The Republican paper defends its platform and warns against dissent that could harm the party. It recalls Bryan’s 1896 and 1900 campaigns, argues protection benefits labor and producers, and asserts unity under the tariff plank while allowing occasional extraneous issues. It urges Republicans in Iowa to support the platform as a whole and back party leaders.
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Bryan
Iowa
Queensland census shows population shifts and racial figures
Queensland reports total population 533,266 with 1,227 scattered abroad. Six thousand six hundred seventy blacks including 1,533 half castes are settled, while 20,000 prefer roaming traditional life. Japanese rise to 2,969. Chinese decline by 739 and Kanakas to 9,327 amid white Australia policy debates.
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Queensland
South Africa
Quensland
Australia
Entomology division favors hydrocyanic acid gas for pests
The Republican notes receipt of circular No. 48 from the agriculture department’s division of entomology recommending hydrocyanic acid gas to exterminate household pests such as flies roaches bedbugs and similar insects Some time earlier the department demonstrated the gas’s utility in ridding nursery stock of noxious insects and now pursues house applications based on those successes
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Republican
Department of Agriculture
Division of Entomology
Gas Experiments Warn Against Lone Operators
Reports emphasize that the new gas experiments, while successful, carry risk for laypeople. The department cautions fumes can be fatal and urges utmost care and speed, recommending not to work alone and to ensure quick airing after use. Prefer safer old methods like sulphur fumigation when possible.
Eds of Second district urged to form annual non political editorial association
The Republican advocates forming an editorial association among Second district editors. He argues annual conventions would benefit the profession, noting fellow editors live in harmony and rarely quarrel. He suggests a non political group and asks for input from gentlemen.
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The
Republican
Editorial Glances On Croakers And Political Winds
A reflective collection notes brave men and flawed leaders, praising some Republicans while criticizing others. It mentions Judge Wade's possible Dem nomination, millers' stance on Henderson, and a Springfield of political chatter amid train robberies and newspaper quips.
Press Comment on General Jake Smith Subscribing
Sioux City Journal notes that clipping bureaus show general opinion mostly supportive of General Jake Smith despite jokes about his nickname and a criticized policy he did not follow. Louisville Courier-Journal recalls Baldwin in arctic dress, implying a near miss for Nansen’s hat and a humorous polar image.
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Sioux City Journal
Jake Smith
Louisville
Senator Burton May Need Larger Explanatory Department
Kansas City Star notes that if Senator Burton maintains his pace, he will soon require an expanded explanatory department to handle growing questions and clarifications. The remark underscores ongoing scrutiny of his statements and policy positions.
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Kansas City Star
Burton
Young Republican Frank Ellis Considered for Congress
The Iowa City Republican notes Clinton county has a young Republican named Frank Ellis who may be nominated for congress. The Advertiser of that place claims he has rich relatives who would fund his campaign, though locals doubt the need for outside funds or brain power.
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Iowa City
Clinton County
Frank Ellis
Congress
Ilis
Volcano notes spark new industries in US list
The Buffalo Express notes two volcanic sites in California and the Philippines as potential drivers for new industries. The piece frames the development as a forward looking national effort, highlighting the strategic value of natural events to economic planning and regional growth.
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Buffalo Express
United States
California
Philippines
John Mitchell Emerges as Standout American Leader
Detroit Free Press lauds John Mitchell as the ablest sanest and most honorable leader to appear in the United States, highlighting his notable qualities and leadership.
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Detroit
Metropolitan Action Sparks Activity Across City and Capital
President Burt of Union Pacific signals new activity while Omaha daily and Lincoln Star begin operations. The metropolis and capital city anticipate events as plans unfold across transportation and media spheres.
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McCook Tribune
Burt
Union Pacific
Omaha
D.be
Thompson
Lincoln Star
Prophetic warning on tidal waves and political fear
A Philadelphia Record item mocks an African prophet who warned seaside gay pleasure seekers of a coming deluge. It argues fear is stirred by forecasts rather than the event itself, comparing it to nationwide political tidal waves every November.
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Philadelphia
Opinion on literature, labor, and banks in Washington Post
The Washington Post opines that most dabblers in literature should do manual labor, and criticizes banks as largely useless or insane. The piece argues for a focus on practical work and questions the value of printed banks in general.
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Washington Post
Sequel of Far-Flung Items From The Boston Paper
Personal notes recount Canada contributing 7800 men and Australia and New Zealand 22000 for service in South Africa. An Indianapolis trainer trains seals to play ping pong and will challenge society champions. Fix-Captain Dreyfus slowly recovers from Isle du Diable treatment with threatened blindness. General Curtis Guild Jr. named as lieutenant governor candidate by Massachusetts Republicans, having served as inspector general of the Seventh Army Corps and having a khaki portrait reprinted. The Boston
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Marshal Crum
Topeka
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Hast Montpelier
Arthur Lawley
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Ilahdad
Ramzan
Jaunpoor
George Carroll Curtis
Boston
West Indies
Venice
Indianapolis
Dreyfus
Isle du Diable
Curtis Guild, Jr
Massachusetts Republicans
Fitzhugh Lee
Seventh Army Corp. A. & V
Fainting Less Common Among Women Today
A historical note discusses why fainting is less common now due to outdoor activity and aerobic fitness. It explains fainting as anemia of the brain from vascular dilation, outlines first aid steps, and advises avoiding hot rooms, stimulants, and alcohol. It emphasizes stronger circulation in modern women and that fainting is rarely fatal when heart disease is absent.
Rivalry among Redwood ladies for Parson Wentworth ends in marriage
Parson Alpheus Wentworth, newly arrived in Redwood, becomes the target of three eligible parish ladies. They vie with gifts, dinners, and sewing schemes as he endures loneliness from a failed past and longs for mission life. Miss Celia Swickley defies illness and pride, helping the fever-stricken and risking exposure, a turning point that blurs the rivalries and culminates in an unlikely union.
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Authors’ Syndicate
Redwood
Parson Wentworth
Sophronia Nesbitt
Celia Smickler
Julia Bowles
Alfaretta
Alpheus Wentworth
Alpheus
Sophronia
Celia Swickley
Peter Nesbit
Bowles
Parson
Aleoheus
Judge Bowles
Maple Side
Miss Celia
Eloise
Paul
Phil
Alferetta
Providence
Celia
Miss Julia
Tye
Grand Lodge Annual Meeting at Salt Lake City
Iowa Central offers round trip tickets to Salt Lake for the E L E S Grand Lodge meeting August 12 to 14. Special fare under one fare with stopovers allowed west of Denver and Cheyenne. Tickets on sale August 7 to 10, return limit September 30. Inquiries to local Iowa Central agents.
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Iowa Central
Salt Lake
Denver
Cheyenne
The Genius of Quincy and the Notion of Luck
An editorial voice scoffs at luck and praises virtue and effort yet notes striking finds. A gas and oil test well in Ohio yielded gold and coal, while Col. Jim Guffey of Philadelphia allegedly discovered coal wood and soapstone while zinc prospecting in Arkansas. The piece labels such discoveries as genius or luck depending on perspective.
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Quincy
Ohio
Col
Jim Guffey
Philadelphia
Arkansas
New York Sun
DeWitts Little Early Risers Liver Tonic Endorsed
An advertisement claims DeWitts Little Early Risers purify the system and act as a liver tonic. W Scott of Milton Pennsylvania cites long use and reliance on the remedy with praise for its small size and vegetarian formula.
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W. Scott
Highland Ave
Milton
F. Nadler & Co
H. A. Emers
Theo
Danguard
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