Controversy Over Iowa City Newspaper Circulation Figures
The 1905 dispute centers on The Republican and competing papers Citizen and Press. Allegations claim inflated circulation data, misuse of post office weights, and lists of subscribers outside Johnson County to mislead advertisers. Officials note declines from 1903 to 1905 and question the Republican's advertising superiority claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizen
Press
Dally Lowan
Johnson Einty Democrat
Iowa Methodist
Alemecos
Clariyn
Te Repulican
Board of Supervisors
Fridtay
Sohoses Babaniyetik
Republican
EHS
Republican Aid Press
Gme
Maamiber
North Liberty
Vietsy
Kalona
Frank Pierce
Kalova
Taok
West Branch
Kaloua
Setasoribeta
Riverside
West Liberty
Wellman
Cedar Rapids
Downey
Barnet
Lisbon
Curtis
Secom
Iat -Riveside
Weet Liberty
Geetiman
Dowser
Eslona
Kelova
West Bratch
West Lid- Ete
Wellman Idve
Downey Eant
Parnell
Efebt
Sone
Fone
Davenport
Des Moints
Iowa City
Johnson County
Neally
Gifizen
Daily Republican
Daily Press
County Board Closes Six Day Session at Court House
Last Monday evening the county board of supervisors adjourned a six days session at the court house after transacting routine business and disbursing a large amount of bills. A B Frisbie was reelected bridge foreman and Herman Holscher chosen teamster for 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Court House
County Board of Supervisors
A. B. Frisbie
Binndas
Herman Holscher
Captain M. S. Catlin Chosen Coach at Iowa University
Captain M. S. Catlin, famed Chicago University athlete and Olympic discus winner, arrives in Iowa to discuss and accept the Spring athletics coaching post. He aims to leverage his track prowess to boost Iowa’s performance after last year’s state meet win, promising strong hurdles and distance events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. S. Catlin
Chicago University
Chamspionship
Eckersas
University
Chalmers
Caltin
Iowa
Catlin
Swift
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Mad Dogscare In North End After Rabid Bite
A rabid looking dog bit Mrs. Poggenpohl on Worth Dodge Street. Policeman Rowe killed the dog and five other canines bitten by it. Elmer Poggenpohl was also attacked and hurt. Attendants reported no hydrophobia danger. The North End neighborhood was terrorized on a calm Monday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Poggenpohl
Worth Dodge Street
Rowe
Elmer Poggenpohl
Ottee
North End
Iowa City Deaths Surpass Births in Eighteen Months
City Clerk Dondore reports to the Iowa Association of Health Officers in Des Moines on births and deaths for the eighteen months ending January. The period shows 278 deaths and 184 births, with many births unreported. Hospitals in Iowa City aid the ill yet cannot prevent fatalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dondore
Iowa Association of Health Officers
Des Moines
Conet Street Sewer Assessments Listed by Clerk
The city shows on file in the clerk’s office the assessments for sewer construction on Hast Court street. Property owners may pay in seven equal yearly installments or in full. Notes list W D Cannon 23.79 Frank Stiner 43.92 Jane and Rama Westcott 44.49 Mrs Amy Lictig 58.65 G W Elisonts 16.59 Jane M Jones 39.38 Battie V Welton 27.80 N Dames estate 159.99.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hast Court Street
W. D. Cannon
Frank Stiner
Jane and Rama Westcott
Amy Lictig
G. W. Elisonts
Hamilton Luncheon Hosts Contest Officials in Chicago
Yesterday noon the Hamilton Clan in Chicago held a luncheon for the contestant and heads of public speaking departments from universities in the hat contest to be staged that night. Attendees included F. J. Chasingham and Prof. H. E B. Gordon of the University of Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton Clan
Chicago
F. J. Chasingham
H. E B. Gordon
University of
Lowa
First National Re elects Directors for Coming Year
The First National Bank held its regular meeting of stockholders yesterday and re elected all directors from last year with no changes. The board will meet next Saturday to elect officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank
Reverend Carroll to M a r e n g o D i r e c t i o n P a s t o r
Rev W E Carroll visits city with friends and relatives and heads to Marengo to assume the pastorate of St Patrick s church. He has been on the faculty of Sir Ambrose college and is celebrated for his service and ability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Carroll
Father Carroll
St Patrick's Church
Marengo
Carroll
Sir Ambrose College
Hughes Offers Records and Phonographs This Month
Hughes promotes Edison phonographs, standard sewing machines, and 600 new records. Advertises monthly payments and emphasizes Christmas as a gift opportunity with a selection of music and equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Edison
Cast of Aid Society Play Debuts At G B S Hall
The Stovanske Lepa Society presents the play Deborah in Bohemian at the G B S hall on January 18. Admission is 35 cents for adults and 15 cents for children with a dance to follow. Local talent includes Varinec Jos Kanak and Abraham Jos Novy among a long cast list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slovanska Lepa Society
Dance
Stovanske Lepa Society
Wil
G. B.S. Hell
Cedar Rapids
Varinec
Jos Kanak
Josef
Frank Shimen
Usitel
Albert Touber- Fatar
Vincent Tarecek
Ranhoile
Jos. Konvaliuks
Sioke
Frank Fajthimel
Krejce
Prenk Censky
Kramar
Loa Koiron
Tekar
Anton Nerad
Per Jakun
John Kanak
Abraham
Jos
Novy
Ruben
Anton Soncek
the Kid
F. Kanak
Debora
Misa
Ella Prister
Nana
Lillie Jeslenek
Nats
Clara Prizter
Kuzsna
Mise Anca Soncek
Devcn
Ella Konvelinks
Fidovka
Dirs
James Shook
Nospodaka
Konvalinka
Jews
Villag and
Peppell
Boyce Home in a Blaze
Last Monday night the Burlington street residence of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Boyce caught fire from the chimney and spread to attic stored bedding. The fire caused roof and water damage. most furniture was saved. The house, owned by Mrs. Marta Colline, is insured and the Boyces are staying with Mrs. Boyce’s mother on South Clinton Street. The fire department was in the middle of a quarterly meeting when summoned and no other business was reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Boyce
Burlington Street
Marta Colline
Department of Especial
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Stebruary
Zane
Uneeda Biscuit
National Biscuit Company
Mabel, Solnar
Citizens Country
Irene Parizek
Athletic Board
Hig
Aiscus
Qatlifi
Phi Beta Theta
University of Chicago
MAD Dogscare
Dua
Oie Standard
Conet Street
Hamilton
Ld Bemliton Club
Ourine
Keith & McChesney
the Reliable Jewelers
Clinton St
St. Patrick’s Church
AID Society
Boyce
West Burlington
Demageée
Toe Rene
Aniv
W. L. Douglas
Carlisle
Thomas Eti Bell
Pillsbury’s Best
Sueppel
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