Democratic County Convention Elects Eight Delegates
The Democratic county convention met at the Courthouse at 1:30 PM to nominate eight delegates for State Judicial and Congressional conventions. John P Manatrey was named permanent chair with J W Dole as secretary. Delegates from townships and wards were listed, including selections for state, judicial, and congressional conventions, along with township and ward committeemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P Manatrey
J. S. Kelly
Manatrey
J. W. Dole
Dole
J.S. Kelly
W. B. Louden
Farrall
Central committee elects county chairman after adjournment
At the adjournment of the convention the central committee held a meeting and elected J. S. Kelly county chairman. Cedar J M Blough Fairfield route Liberty W E Cowen Libertyville Des Moines J A Stewart Fairfield H S Starks First ward J W Dole Second ward J F Ready Third ward A L Belles Fourth ward G D McGaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty
E Cowen
Libertyville
Des Moines
J A Stewart
Fairfield
H S Starks
J W Dole
J F Ready
A L Belles
Fouth
G D McGaw
Central Committee
J. S. Kelly
Gook with Gas and the Growth of Towns
The passage argues that towns become cities when energetic leaders actively promote the locale. They travel, advertise, and invite visitors, showcasing attractions and extending hospitality to foster appreciation and growth.
Perkins Party Claims Victory In Iowa Political Bench War
Des Moines reports the Perkins faction vows to control state committees and unseat delegates to nominate a full Perkins slate backed by the railroad machine. Progressives prepare to defend and may field a ticket reflecting majority sentiment if the machine persists. Ray Baker returns from a week in the west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Perkins
Nomination of Liberty Township Ticket By Democrats
At the Thursday primary meeting the Liberty township Democrats nominated the ticket for the upcoming election. Assessor J. W. Peebler. Trustees W. V. Linder S. L. Swartz James Davenport. Clerk Frank Fell. Justice Mahlon Johnson William Buchanan. Constables George Schwartz J. O. Boyle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Township
J. W. Peebler
W. V. Linder
S. L. Swartz
James Davenport
Frank Fell
Mahlon Johnson
William Buchanan
City Council Proceedings and Local Infrastructure Actions
The council met in the council room with Mayor Fulton present. The water works engineer position was filled by George Gibson after C B Greeson resigned. The alley in Gage addition was vacated and Barnes addition alley opened. City paving brick for street crossings and several new sidewalks were ordered.
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City Council
Fulton
C. B. Creeson
Water and Light Committee
A.S. Jordan
George Gibson
C. B. Greeson
Gage’s
Barnes
Fairfield Feels Strong For Interurban Rail Line
Several hundred business leaders and farmers in Fairfield voted unanimously in favor of an interurban project. J A Boozer of Waterloo outlined benefits including north south connections and electricity at half current rates. An engineer from New York cited strong investor interest in water powered lines. A committee was formed to gather signatures for a special election and oversee canvassing.
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Fairfield
I. . Smith
C. W Wade
Waterloo
Ind
Mr. Boozer
J. W Andrews
New York
Boozer
Andrews
Lowton
New Laws Missouri Traction and Power Company
Kaicfield
Enue
Tie
Birisitetiono
Max
Keosauqua
Poole
Sipali
Stimons
C. M Junkin
L. O. Giins
Polk DuBois
Sanford Zeigner
Great Livestock Show At Iowa State Fair Outlook
Des Moines reports the Iowa State Fair livestock exhibits overtake all prior years with horse and cattle entries far exceeding expectations. Secretary J C Simpson notes breeders aim to showcase at the world's greatest annual livestock show drawing audiences over one hundred thousand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
J.C. Simpson
Mrs T B Short Called Home By Mother's Illness
Mrs T B Short was summoned to Waynesville by the serious illness of her mother. A later message reports the mother died Sunday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. B. Short
Waynesville
Knots
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Joe W. Myers
Albert Diers
Charles Messer
Otto Fritz
Joe Drish
Penn Township
Abingdon
Rookville
Ed Toller
Batavia
Farefield Township
Se. Starks
Christ Hartman
Prairie Township
Henry Keltner
Will Conder
George Watkins
Cedar Township
Chorge Walker
W.ick. Cowan
WY. Linder
H. L. Rodtbaugh
Des Moines Township
D. E. Steele
J. A. Stewart
G. B. Peebler
A. Peebler
W H Coop
William B Kyle
John Healy
John Fritz
James Canterberry
William D Bowermaster
W. W. Farr
A. L. Bellas
Jt. Blouden
W Coffin
R MeGaw
G D MeGaw
H Mb Angstead
MJ Johnson
F P. Mowery
John Crawford
J E. Steele
M. D. K. Weimer
W. C.spaldeing
John Healey
J. V P. Manatrey
Henry Bureker
L. D. Jones
A. Bk. Labagh
George Parker
M.j.johnson
R. Kb. McGrew
Rh. F. Rateliff
M. B. Sparks
J. F. Keady
J. W. Myres
A. W. Johnson
W. EF. Cowen
William Louden
G. D. Mellaw
Walnut
Adam Kasowsky
Brighton
Penn
Ed Hosler
Yeo
Blackhawk
Cgeorge J Ohnson
Pairfield
Packwood
D. Chandler
F. I. Mowery
Brookville
Laughlin
Charles Conlee
Lockridge
L. E. Zihlman
Round Prairie
R Workman
Route
Cedar
Perkins Party
Ray Baker
Constables
George Schwartz
J. O. Boyle
City Council Proceedings
Hollister
S. Shriner
Fairfield Chautauqua Park
Chautauqua Park
White City
Seaton
G. A R
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Scientists
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Journal
Parsons College
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Fairfield, Iowa
Opera House
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