Bickford enters race for Iowa representative seat
D. Bickford of this city will file nomination papers today to run as a Democrat for representative. He is praised as bright, clean, well known across the county, a former city council member, and urged by supporters to accept the nomination after previously declining. Walter Wellman cites Gryan as possible Democratic nominee for president, noting party entanglements and the two thirds rule in conventions.
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D. Bickford
Bicks
Walter Wellman
Chicago Record-Herald
Gryan
Denver
Call for Change in Congress and Democratic Renewal
The letter questions J. P. Conner's lifelong seat and urges voters to choose a new representative. It argues for a representative who resists corporate dictation, favors a vigorous new Democrat, and notes opinions of Henry Watterson on Bryan and Johnson. It mentions Bryan's Denver convention prospects and Kay Gelley's decision to be a good Democrat this year.
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J. P. Conner
Congress
Représentativa
Henry Watterson
Mr Bryan
Denver
Johnson
Minnesota
Sir Bryan
Watteraon Kay Gnelly
Afro-American League predicts Ohio voting tilt in Taft era
The Afro-American League of Ohio chair declares that if Secretary Taft is nominated, 55 percent of Ohio’s colored voters and a majority nationwide would back the Democratic nominee. He adds Ohio remains a fair fighting ground this year.
United States to Spend Heavily on Navy and Governorship Bid
The United States will outlay 71 million dollars for naval and war needs, surpassing England Germany and combined France Germany Japan as old world treasuries strain to keep pace. Fred White agrees to run for governor, promising to be a stronger candidate than in prior campaigns and urging farmer support for his bid.
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United States
Ite
England
Germany
France
Japan
Fred White
Farmera
Roosevelt influence fades with Congress, echoes Cleveland era
The Republican House and Senate have not enacted any Roosevelt recommendations this year. The president appears to lack influence with senators and representatives, similar to Grover Cleveland during his first term.
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Republican House
Senate
Roosevelt
Grover Cleveland
Platform Should Be Short Clear and Direct for Voters
The platform stresses concise declarations for busy voters. It argues that American voters want direct, boiled down statements rather than lengthy speeches or elaborate platforms. It emphasizes clarity, brevity, and accessibility in political messaging.
English papers condemn Goteb methods in wrestling
Leading English newspapers criticize Frank Goteb for rough wrestling methods and declare the Des Moines plan is being vigorously tested by his opponents. The piece notes that Goteb is seen as far from a gentlemanly practitioner and highlights the growing scrutiny on his style and tactics.
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England
Frank Goteb
Des Moines
Ita
Bryan Solves The Problem Federal Deposit Guarantee
Walter Wellman in the Record-Herald argues Bryan’s call for federal guarantees of bank deposits strengthens his presidential bid. The piece notes panic and banking collapse shape public thought, Bryan’s stance gains broad support, and other leaders remain silent. It credits Bryan with clear, practical action in a national crisis.
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Walter Wellman
The
Record-Herald
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Clibs
Mr. Bryan
New York
Taft
Hughes
Cannon
Aldrich
Philippines
Wim. J. Bryan
Menton Candidate for Congress in Democratic Primaries
John Menton, editor of the Boone Democrat, is endorsed by friends as a potential congressman. The Democratic primaries on June 2 will decide the nomination with Menton expected to receive strong support from Palo Alto Democrats. If elected, he would represent constituents credibly in the lower house.
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John 4
Menton
Boone Democrat
Hia
Palo Atte
Estherville man claims eight of fourteen Tenth district counties
Mr Woods of Estherville asserts eight of the fourteen counties in the Tenth district favor him. He names Palo Alto and Kos south among those likely to yield a majority. Sr Conner has not released estimates but is plausibly hopeful yet. His desertion of the Allison forces may cost him broad support among stand patters.
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Mr. Woods
Estherville
Palo Alto
Kossouth
Sr. Conner
Meeting of En netsburg Commercial Club Friday Night
A notice of a Friday meeting of the En netsburg Commercial Club at 7 40 p m in Court Haonee hall to discuss city matters roads drainage street cleaning and lake improvement. Farmers and property owners are urged to attend with reports from the Interurban railway officials and club officers.
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Entetsburg
Strest
Emmatsbarg
Thie ' Che
Pleaas
Alex Peddia
Commercial Club
P.O. Refeell
Weather and Crop Bulletin for Week Ending April 20
The week brought unusually favorable farm conditions with above normal temperatures across the state and adequate moisture for crops. Freezing weather occurred on the 16th but dry air and winds prevented frost damage. rainfall was below normal, light in eastern areas, heavier in the upper Des Moines valley. Corn seeding neared completion, grain and clover in excellent condition, fruit prospects the best yet, stock in northern counties in poor shape due to scarce winter feed, and spring pig numbers expected average.
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Iggs
Staite
Noutheastern
Nothweatsrao
Sith
Appanacea County
Southorn
Des Moines River
Candidate announces run for county supervisor in fifth district
Michael Fleming of Rathven Iowa announces his candidacy for county supervisor in the fifth district. The declaration is made at his home April 1 1909 and notes it's subject to the Democratic primaries to be held June 2.
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Wang Friends
Death of B E Kelly Affects Community Leader in Emteraburg
The noted Emteraburg lawyer and former mayor B E Kelly died Sunday after a weeklong asthma illness. Born January 15, 1860 in New York City, he built a long career from early schooling to law, served as county superintendent, mayor, and county attorney, helped form the Emteraburg Telephone Company, and educated many. He leaves a wife, two sons, a daughter, and aging parents, with widespread mourning in the district. Funeral services are Thursday at St Thomas Church, with interment at St John's Cemetery. Subscribe for the Democrat.
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BB Kelip
Eris
Angier
St. Thomas Hutch
St. John’s Cemetyry
Celia
California
Henrietta
Juanie
Tacoma
Washington
John A
Washington, D. C
Laych
Aberdeen
New York City
Mias
Jennis Kirby
Tipton
Iowa
Vincent
Bernard
Jennie
Kelly
Arly
Great Oak Township
Our City
Dhogen
Emteraburg
Immeteburg Telephone Company
Con
Died at Cylinder Albion Clark Dies in Wisconsin Home
Albion Clark born September 18 1821 in Ester New York died April 14 108 at daughter Mrs W Garner's home. He married Elizabeth Chase January 1 1845 and had six children four survive with his wife. The family moved from New York to Ft Madison Iowa in 1855 to LaCrosse Wisconsin two years later and lived thirty five years. They later moved to Oregon and back to Trempealeau Wisconsin then with Mr and Mrs Garner. Funeral at home by Rev A B Cuthbert, interment in LaCrosse accompanied by Mr and Mrs Garner.
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Albion Clark
Ester
Oteepe County
New York
W. Garner
Mr. Clark
Elizabeth Chase
Onion
B. Cuthbert
LaCrosse
Garner
Jack Griffin Shot and Wounded Near Farley
Jack Griffin, a well known tourist printer, was shot and severely wounded while crawling into a farmer’s stack near Farley. He is now at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque. Griffin, about 65, has spent 25 years on the road and is known to local newspaper boys who often give him meals or lodging. The incident is noted with little surprise by local staff.
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Jack Griffin
Farley
Mercy Hospital
Dubuque
Jack
Emmeraburg
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