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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1903
Page
4
The Sioux City area stories note campaigning, alleged graft by a Northern District of Iowa official and editorials criticizing Excoaupt Brown. Reports mention a recall of salaries by clerks and deputies, charges tied to revenue and local offices, with references to Republican candidates and weekly papers.
From Plymouth and surrounding counties comes a clash within the Republican ranks over candidates for the congressional nomination. References to LeMars figures Sammis and Birable indicate shifting support and possible graft concerns shaping the district’s political alignments. The piece warns of reconfiguring loyalties in O'Brien and Sioux counties and hints at rival factions impacting the nominating contest.
The Sioux City Tribune defends its criticism of the current Iowa congressional delegation. It notes opposition from rival weeklys and argues the delegation remains influential, despite changes in the Second district and shifts in leadership. It asserts Senators Allison and Melliver and Representatives La cy Hall Cousins and Hepburn retain popularity and power.
An old article blends medical advice on curing hiccups with long, rambling passages about Whistler, Menpes, and paper collecting in Holland. It describes a breathing method to halt the hiccup and then wanders into art, gossip, and a domestic tale involving Tabitha Groot and Peter, ending with a vow never to read that paper again.
The excerpt recalls Whistler as a perfectionist who printed in his own workshop. The master stressed flawless detail and used specific paper for printing, describing his early development and high standards in printmaking.
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