Democratic State Ticket Headed by Boles and Bestow
The slate lists Horace Boles of Blackhawk for Governor L. L. Bestow of Lucas for Lieutenant Governor L. G. Kinne of Tama for Supreme Judge Peter A. Dey of Johnson for Railroad Commissioner and J. B. Knoepfl er of Allamakee for Superintendent of Public Instruction as the party nominees.
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Horace Boles
Blackhawk
L. Bestow
Lucas
L. G. Kinne
Tama
Peter A. Dey
Johnson
Young Men at Democratic State Convention
Election coverage notes young men prominent at the Democratic State Convention held last week and comments on current political trends and engagement.
Dissatisfaction With Bossism in the Republican Party
The speaker voices long standing discontent with what he calls bossism within the Republican Party. He cites control by a few leaders influencing policy and candidate selection as a concern to reform.
Democrats Hold Grand Ottumwa State Convention
The Ottumwa state convention drew record crowds for the Democratic party, described as the greatest gathering in state history and surpassing any prior party event.
Iowa Democrats Renominate Governor Candidate With Applause
The renominating effort for the governor candidate by Iowa Democrats went smoothly with strong enthusiasm and loud applause, signaling solid backing for the incumbent or chosen nominee.
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Iowa
Future of republicanism must adjust to changed American life
John J. Ingalls, a former United States Senate Republican leader, warned that republicanism of the future must readjust to the altered conditions of American life or it will perish.
Nebraskans critique party power in Omaha Bee editor note
E Rosewater, editor of the Omaha Bee, claims confederated monopolies have controlled Republican party machinery for over fifteen years. The remark underscores long term influence within Nebraska politics.
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Republican Party
E. Rosewater
Omaha Bee
Platform length critique reflects political strategy
The speaker argues platforms should be concise, asserting that a lengthy platform loses readers and weakens impact. They claim future platforms should present clear declarations for and against in half the words to improve readership and comprehension.
Republicanism re adjusted to democratic majority in Congress
Mr. Ingalls argues that the Republicanism of the future must re adjust to the changed condition of American life. He notes a democratic majority of 150 in the next congress and predicts a likely Democratic president next year. The Republican party should recognize majority rule, a stance it resents.
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Ingalls
Ottumwa Hosts State Convention Delegates in Welcoming Spirit
At the state convention Ottumwa managed large delegate and visitor crowds with careful arrangements. The town offered comfortable lodgings and meals, and the Ottumwa hall nearly matched the required size. Decorations and cooperative efforts by Republicans and Democrats made the event pleasant to remember.
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Ottumwa
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Democratic state central committee strengthened by continuity
The Iowa democratic state central committee remains cohesive with one change from last year. Charles D. Fullen of Fairfield is re elected chairman, bringing extensive knowledge, energy, and a proven record to lead the party for a larger harvest this year.
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Iowa
Democratic State Central Committee
Charles D. Fullen
Fairfield
Fullen
State Central Committee
Davenport
Stubbs Praises Burton for Supreme Judge Nomination
In Ottumwa the state convention heard Hon. D. P. Stubbs place Hon. E. L. Burton in nomination for supreme judge. Stubbs spoke from the floor among delegates, clearly presenting Burton’s radical ability and fitness for the bench, though Burton was not nominated.
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Ottumwa
D. P. Stubbs
E. L. Burton
Stubbs
Supreme Bench
Burton
Iowa judge candidate prospects in Ottumwa race
The piece notes Judge Kinne's broad Iowa connections and favorable standing with the Iowa democracy due to his bench record. It says Ottumwa candidates for the supreme bench are good men, while Republicans lack comparable candidates at their convention this week.
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Judge Kinne
Iowa
Kinne
Ottumwa
Supreme Bench
Nomination of Judge L G Kinne Praised by Des Moines News
The Des Moines News lauds Judge L G Kinne as a broad liberal legal mind and capable judge. It calls the Ottumwa convention nomination a triumph of the better element of the democratic party and predicts a large cross party vote.
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L. G. Kinne
Des Moines News
Judge Kinne
Ottumwa
Kinne
Tariff Raises Prices on Linens Says Walker & Co Chicago
A 1891 letter from J H Walker & Co Chicago to Congressman Seerley states tariffs increased linen and dress goods by 10 to 25 percent. The Burlington Gazette notes the firm’s claim of price increases and disputes political press narratives.
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Congressman Seerley
J. H. Walker & Co
Chicago
Chricago
John J. Seerley
Burlington
Iowa
J. UH. Walker & Co
Burlington Gazette
Tax Facts Highlight Haunting Tax Burden
Washington Post editor Frank Hatton presents a stark tax picture. He notes the next two years require over 500 million dollars annually, far exceeding annual output of major commodities and nearly swallowing bank capitalization, while adding city county and state taxes. He argues U S taxes surpass those of Austria Germany and Britain.
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The
Washington Post
Frank Hatton
Austria
Germany
Great Britain
Handsome unanimous endorsement for Fullen and Lee
Chairman C. D. Fullen and Secretary Thos. B. Lee won unanimous re elections from the Democratic State Central Committee at Ottumwa. The text praises Fullen as a diligent organizer and notes the demanding, thankless nature of party leadership and the renewed vigor of Iowa democracy.
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C. D. Fullen
Thos. B. Lee
Democratic State Central Committee
Ottumwa
Fullen
Iowa
Not For A Third Term Nomination Debate In Canvass
In active canvass for a third term nomination Treasurer Loehr encounters opposition from a Republican critic who opposes aiding any man seeking a third term. The dissenter stated he would spend twenty five dollars to defeat Loehr if he secures the nomination, signaling strong local resistance to the principle.
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Loehr
Pennsylvania plan links treasury to rotten banks and theft
The piece accuses Philadelphia treasurer of funneling nearly a million and a half in state and city funds to two failing banks. It blames Republican leaders like Delamater and Quay, saying taxpayers face a loss over a million while honest officials retire. It critiques the Pennsylvania plan as perilous and tied to a corrupt system.
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Philadelphia
Delameter
Pennsylvania
Bill” Kemble
Iowa City Press
Quay
Carnegie
Cluny Castle
Scotland
State Convention II Electrifies Ottumwa Democrats
The Iowa Democratic convention in Ottumwa drew packed hotels and strong youth participation. Enthusiasm and unity marked the event with Gov Boies renominated and L G Kinne named supreme court nominee by acclamation. Farmers Bestow nominated for lieutenant governor as party supporters hail a confident victory plan.
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Democratic Party
Iowa
Ottumwa
Boies
L. Bestow
Lucas County
Iowa convention praises nominees for state offices
The party delegates in Iowa praised all nominees including Peter A. Dey for railroad commissioner and Prof. J B Knoepffer for superintendent of public instruction. Knoepffer is from Allamakee county and rated highly. The convention was described as great and effective. The rest now remains for the people.
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Iowa
Peter A. Dey
J.B. Knoepffer
Allamakee County
Democratic state convention banquet honors party press in Ottumwa
A Democratic state convention banquet in Ottumwa hosted by R H Moore honored party press members. Senator Dodge presided as toastmaster while Gov Boies and Gov Ifill sent letters praising press duty, fairness, and fearless, vigilant journalism shaping party success.
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Ottum Wa
R. H. Moore
The
Democrat
Senator Dodge
Burlington
Gov. Ifill
New York
Boies
Democratic Press of
Iowa
Democratic Party
Straddling Prohibition Split Rocks Iowa Republicans
A Iowa Republican stance on prohibition splits the party, with regions favoring prohibition or free whisky and leaders like Edgar A. Mack torn between extremes. The piece mocks the party’s stance as hypocritical and claims the rank and file will reject such deceit as public opinion shifts.
Prohibition Clash Gains Fire in Iowa Republican Ranks
A letter from Mrs. McMurray relays that George B. Gould, an anti prohibitionist, exposed Chairman Mack's influence in urging aid for prohibition. Gould criticizes the party machine and warns that continued pro prohibition tactics threaten the Republican Party in Iowa including losses in Scott County and statewide, with a 2 000 majority wiped out and a 2 800 gain by opponents.
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Republican Party
Iowa
State Central Committee
Edgar A. Mack
Mack
A. HE. McMurray
State Temperance Alliance
Mrs. McMurray
George B. Grould
Republican Committee
Scott County
Gould
Ile
McMurray
Davenport
National Party
Congress
Lowa
Republican State Central Committee
Prohibitionists
McKinley tariff debate and woolen mill fortunes
An editorial notes the McKinley tariff promised broad prosperity for American industries especially wool, citing a longstanding Fairfield Illinois mill. A circular letter to mill workers questions the impact of the tariff regime under Cleveland and the new law.
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Fairfield
Lil
Cleveland
Four-Day Week Proclaimed by Fairfield Woolen Mills
The Fairfield Woolen Mills in Illinois announce a four day work week as a response to a downturn in demand. Management warns of one third of profits and employment being foregone while urging patience and frugality until business revives. The note cites national protection and McKinley era politics in a critical closing remark.
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Fairfield Woolen Mills
Fairfield
Ill
Louisville
A. H. Baker
Faimt
Excursion Fare Offers From C B Q To Multiple Cities
The Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railway announces special excursion rates to Denver Pueblo Trinidad Colorado Springs and Blut Park with round trip discounts and limited sale dates. Tickets to Toronto at one fare plus two dollar membership and to Chicago Baptist Convention at reduced return rates are also offered with sale windows through July and August 1891.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Colorado
Denver
Pueblo
Trinidad
Colorado Springs
National Education Association
Toronto
LSOL
Blut! Park
Chicago
P. Ek. Heri
Little Giants Pills Promise Satisfaction
An ad notes Little Giants pills that “do the work successfully” and guarantees satisfaction with every bottle. Sold by R. H. Huttord.
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R. H. Huttord
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Democratic
J. B. Knoepfler
Allamakee
Frank H. Evans
the State Convention
Harris & Cuddy
Harris & Cuddy’s
National Bank
Yorkinlesis
U. S. Gov't Report
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