Republican State Convention Call for Iowa Delegates
The Republican State Central Committee calls a delegate convention in Des Moines on Wednesday July 1 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Superintendent of Public Instruction Judge Supreme Court Railroad Commissioner and to handle other business. Delegates allocated by county plus voters for W B Martin 1902 secretary form the basis of representation with district totals listed. R N Spence chairman and W Phillips secretary sign the notice.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Supreme Court
W. B. Martin
Towe
Johnson
Muscatine
Clinton
Jackson
Scott
Republican State Central Committee
R. N. Spence
W. Phillips
Side chosen in Iowa second district debate grows unclear
An editorial from Lions City Journal discusses the Iowa second district race, noting Judge Martin Wade's influence and the factional tensions at the state Democratic convention in Des Moines. It argues the district may lean Republican despite Democratic maneuvers and party tensions.
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Lions City Journal
Wade
Johnson County
Des Mones
Daily Republican
Sioux City Journal
Nes Moines
University Board Regents Handles Large Session Work
The state university board of regents conducted a heavy agenda last week with many items completed or referred to committees. Governor Cummins left for Dubuque riots, causing a few matters to be postponed to the September meeting, while the rest was transacted or delegated.
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Board of Regents
the State University
A. B. Cummins
Dubuque
Cuts bruises and burns heal quickly with Chamberlain balm
An early 20th century advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm as an antiseptic liniment that heals cuts bruises and burns rapidly without maturation. Sold by all druggists. Junemw.
The Ideal Nurse and Secret King Burials
A historical piece discusses nursing duties during crisis, ethics, decorum, and family dynamics as a nurse cares for patients. It contrasts with a tale of two ancient kings Attila and Alaric, buried secretly with treasure. their tombs remain undiscovered and guesswork persists about their final resting places.
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Attila
Rome
Hungary
Alaric
Corenza
Italy
Moses
Unfinished Churches Across Mexico Attract Ongoing Repairs
The writer notes that in Mexico churches are never finished. Across the country workmen continually add spires or decorations, moving from completed sections to new tasks, creating a constant state of alteration rather than final completion.
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Mexico
Church of Mexico
Churches of Mexico
Whistling Oyster and Musings on Conversation
A London inn gains fame from a musical oyster that whistles from a tiny shell hole. The tale notes the inn’s nickname The Whistling Oyster and that the mystery died with the oyster. A companion sketch mocks the art of conversation with a humorously arcane exchange.
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London
Lsten
Markets Summary from Chicago Board of Trade Report
A brief market wire from Chicago via El H. Prince lists stocks grain and provisions traded on the Chicago Board of Trade. The notice invites readers to call or visit 1144 Washington Street, Iowa City, for current market quotes.
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Prince
Chicago Board of Trade
Chicago
Washington Street
Iowa City
EL H. Prince
No Disturbance Report At Meeting
Eyewitnesses claim there was no disturbance during last night’s meeting. McGowan reportedly struck the chairman in the eye and was expelled, after which the gathering remained calm and orderly.
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McGowan
One Enough Town Topics Quip on Polygamy Objection
A humorous exchange quotes the duo debating polygamy with the line a man can’t serve two masters. The brief Town Topics item captures a sharp remark and a playful back‑and‑forth.
Untitled fragment hints at intimate farewell scene
A terse, damaged excerpt shows a male offering comfort and kissing tears from a distressed woman. The lines imply sorrow and a caregiving moment, with unclear names or setting.
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Martin J Wade
Congress
Capt. Rumple
Judge Wade
Scott County
Granger
Kansas City
Mary Acfoss
Atlantic
Washington Post
Sheen
Atloue
OPER
ST. Low
St. Clos
Ei Iz Rts & Ge
Shetolowine Bos
Mullin &Co
Rabam
Aioe
Sic
Shrader Drug Company
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