Iowa Republicans Call for Des Moines Delegate Convention
Des Moines Iowa will host a Republican delegate convention on July 1 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Superintendent of Public Instruction Judge Supreme Court and Railroad Commissioner. Delegates allocated per county plus 2000 voter increments total 4246 delegates with chair B N Spence and secretary C W Phillips leading the call for party unity.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Wednessay
Judge Supreme Court
W. B. Martin
Adair
Jasper
Adams
Jefferson
Allamakes
Johnson
Appanoose
Jones
aAndubon
Beokuk
Benton
Kossuth
Black Hawk
Lee
Boone
Lina
Bremer
Louisa
Buchanen
Lucas
Buena Visita
Lyon
Butler
Xladison
Calhoun
Alshasita
Carroll
Marion
Cass
Aarshall
Cedar
Cerro Gordo
Mitchell
Cherokee
Monona
Chickasaw
Monros
Clarke
Montgomery
Clay
Muscatine
Claston
O'Brien
Clinton
Osceola
Crawford
Page
Dallas
Palo Alto
Davis
Plymouth
Decatur
Pocahontas
Delaware
Polk
Pottawattami
Dickinson
Poweshiek
Dubuqne
Ringgold
Emmett
Sacbercane
Floyd
Scott
Fayette
Shelby
Franklin
Lions
Fremont
Story
Greene
Tama
Grands
Taylor
Guthrie
Il Mon
Hamilton
van Buren
Hancock
Wapello
Bardin
Warren
Barnson
Washington
Henry
Wayne
Howerd
Webster
Humboldt
Winnebago
Ida
Winneshiek
Towa
Wood
Praise and politics mix in Iowa dispatches and praise for Burnell
Colonel George R Burnell receives high praise from Major Brush for battalion inspection as cadets feel appreciated by a commander devoted to them while political commentary notes Democratic editors clashing with Republican figures Judge E H Thayer of Clinton keeps city loyalty vibrant and river banks overflow Iowa City cited as a wet town amid sparring politicians.
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George R. Burnell
Major Brush
Department of the Mssouri TU. S
Burnett
E H. Thayer
Clinton
State
Clinton Age
In Times of Distress and Shelter Shortfalls
Disasters across the west bring homes lost, hunger, fever, and factory closures. Des Moines endures floods that paralyze streets and communications. Citizens face cold, damp shelter shortages as relief efforts begin to respond to widespread suffering.
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West
Des Moines
Des Moines and Kansas City respond with swift relief aid
The passage notes widespread generosity as disaster unfolds with the water receding bringing malaria risk. Residents open purses hire physicians provide lodging and food for homeless and distressed. People from across the state offer money food and clothing, showing universal sympathy beyond competing interests.
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Des Moines
Topeka
Kansas City
Iowa City Commercial Club Faces Slow Start
A meeting three weeks ago elected or re elected the board to revitalize the Iowa City Commercial Club. Plans included a luncheon and a push to energize activity but little progress has been reported. With commencement week near and visitors arriving, urgency grows for action to shape the club for upcoming work.
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Iowa City
Unos
Rt Tmne
They Are Grateful Des Moines Public Service Corporations
Citizens praise the Des Moines electric light water works and street car companies for their service to the town amid ongoing efforts to support public utilities during a period of urgent need.
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Des Moines
Electric Light, Water Works
Public Utilities Fought Flood To Save City Power
Faced with rising floodwaters the street car company light plant and water works fought to protect essential infrastructure. Workers battled day and night to shield dynamos and prevent disaster, preserving power and water for the city while incurring heavy losses and widespread inconvenience from halted streetcars. Thousands of dollars daily were spent to keep systems operational and the public secure.
Early Closing in Country Stores and Clubs
The Sioux City Journal argues that country stores and country clubs may keep late hours as a family enterprise. It contends that owners work hard, handle trade, and welcome customers, noting owners can balance shop duties with home life.
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Sioux City Journal
Country Club
Tmrions
Johnson County Veterans Association meeting set for June 6 1903
Attention veterans executive committee of the Johnson County Veterans Association will meet at city hall Iowa City Iowa on Saturday June 6 1903 at 1 30 pm to arrange the annual reunion. All comrades able to attend are kindly requested to do so. Cc A Lucas President.
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Johnson County Veterans Association
Iowa City
Iowa
Courades
Cc. A. Lucas
New Life Pills End Dyspepsia and Jaundice Claim
Advert says Dr Exang's New Life Pills treat age regardless of youth and warn against disrespect for elders. Claims cure for dyspepsia jaundice fever and constipation. Sold 25c at W and Shrader J H Whetstone Drug Stores. May
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Dr. Exang
W. &. Shrader
J. H. Whetstone Drug Stores
Dr. King
Shrader
J. H. Whetstone
Jane
June Bride Promoted By Rocky Mountain Tea Ad
An old advertisement features Rocky Mountain Tea claims to cure blues and boost brides after the June sun. It markets 35 cents bottles and cites W. W. Morrison and 420 Davenport as contact points. A second line advertises good clean rags for sale and Dr King's New Life Pills at 25 cents.
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W. W. Morrison
W. W Morrison
For Sale Gasoline Range Inquire At This Office
Advertisement notes a gasoline range in good as new condition for sale and asks interested buyers to inquire at the office for details and purchase.
Library Building Proposal For Iowa City 1903
Notice to contractors seeks sealed bids for a one story and basement brick and stone library in Iowa City. Plans are viewable in Des Moines architects office and at the city library from May 28, 1903, with bids due by noon June 17, 1903. Contracts go to the lowest responsible bidder within appropriation limits.
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Iowa City
Iowa
Des Moines
City Library
Library Board
M. J. Wade
S. K. Stevenson
Sec
Liebbe, Nourse & Rasmussen
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