Republican Nominees for City Offices Endorsed
The Citien endorses the Republican slate for Iowa City spring elections. Frank E. Stebbins as mayor praised for paving, sewers, and stable leadership. George W. Swords lauded as loyal, tireless solicitor. J E Switzer praised as capable treasurer. E A Ballard as assessor valued for real estate knowledge. Alderman candidates include Joe Miller, noted for honesty and hard work.
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Citien
Iowa City
Frank E. Stebbins
George W. Swords
Judge Wade
Swords
J. E. Switzer
E. A. Ballara
Ballard
Johnson, County
Joe Miller
City Ward Candidates Vow Steady Civic Leadership
In the Second ward William Lorack is named a capable man with years of service under A. E. Mann and a record of careful business conduct. Frank Celik of Lichty & Thomas is praised as a hard worker and honest representative. David Stouffer, a conservative, honest council member, is noted for broad benefits. William Weber, former city councilor, is described as competent and respected in the Fifth ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lorack
A. E. Mann
Ahahee
Frank Celik
Lichty & Thomas
David Stouffer
William Weber
Proclamation Calls Iowa Good Roads Delegates in Des Moines
Governor Albert B. Cummins issues a call for a Iowa state convention on April 15 in Des Moines to nominate fifty five delegates to the international and national good roads convention in St Louis from April 27 to May 2 1905. Counties cities and organizations are urged to appoint delegates and meet to organize a state delegation.
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Cummins
Des Moines
Nnby
St. Louis
Wil Linn County
Missouri
Hay
America
National Good Roads Association
International and National Convention
Iowa
Albert B. Cummins
Board of Supervisors
Distinguish’d gentlemen from other states to speak at notable event
The notice mentions distinguished gentlemen from other states who will deliver addresses on the subject and aid in making the occasion important and prominent. Also includes sale of mules and Shetland ponies and household hints on cleaning cookware and home decor.
Outdoors for a Baby and Fresh Air Benefits
The article argues babies benefit more from fresh outdoor air than being heavily bundled in carriages. It cautions against overwrapping with bulky pillows and suggests mattresses used on grass or a piazza allow babies to stretch and breathe freely, aiding early life.
Lighting a Child Room Practices
The article urges careful child room lighting for health and convenience. It warns against leaving gas lights on longer than needed and advocates training children to sleep without lights. It cautions against direct lamp glare into eyes and stresses shaded lighting to prevent poor vision in youngsters.
Hygienic Underswear Selection in 19th Century Advice
The article argues underclothing should suit the wearer’s constitution. Moist skin needs air space. hot dry skin needs compact weave. It recommends air cotton garments, medium twist, plain weave, open mesh for heat conduction and moisture absorption.
Cutting a Cheese Into Lakes by Wire Method
A practical method to cut a whole cheese using a fine wire. Twist wires around clothespin handles to form two grips, loop around the cheese, and pull to split it in clean halves. The same technique works for cutting soap bars.
Odd Russian Custom Marks Whit Monday Matrimony Show
In St Petersburg mercantile families observe an ancient rite where youths and maidens meet for an arranged bridal preview. Dressed richly, the girls sit with mothers and grandmothers presenting finery while fathers and elder women supervise. Afterward, private engagements are formed as families discuss prospective matches.
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St. Petersburg
Whitmonday
Liere
Mauimas
Kindergarten Citizenship Theory in Early Education
The Canton Magazine excerpt argues that kindergarten teaches practical citizenship before formal duties, with six year olds testing life theories through self-driven problem solving aided by guiding intervention. It notes mastery lies in balancing mistakes and encouraging progress. It also discusses heredity shaping child development and cites a 108 year old case, Marguerite Cribsowna, who married at 94 and bore three children with marked aging traits.
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Willy Mustb
Imu
Canton’s
Marguerite Cribsowna
Hat from Pharaohs Survives 5000 Years At Oxford
A 5000 year old hat found in an Egyptian tomb remains in the safe custody of Corpus Christi College Oxford. The simple panama style has no nap or fragile trimmings and can be folded or crushed without harm. It is praised for practical use both then and now.
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Corpus Christi College
Oxford
Keeping Track of Shins and Ship Records
A year of Lloyds ledgers tallies ships, captains, and port touch dates for vessels over 100 tons. The system lets underwriters locate any British or foreign ship’s whereabouts at a glance. The item blends brief humor from modern papers with a nod to maritime record keeping.
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Lloyd's
London
There Was a Difference, Sockyon Buskin How did you like my Hamlet
Dialogic quips from a theater sketch and a married life exchange referenced in a Brooklyn Life caption and a Detroit Free Press aside. The lines play with identity and wit as old stage tropes meet modern marital banter.
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Sockyon Buskin
Hamlet
Shakespeare
Brooklyn
Prince Broker Ad Claimed Market Wire Service
F H Prince broker and commission merchant on the Chicago board of trade offers private wire market quotes. Contact through Chicago, telephone 233, or visit 1144 Washington Street Town City for stocks grain and provisions information.
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F- H.prince
Chicago Board of Trade
Chicago
Washington Street
Town City
F. H. Prince
Chicago Live Stock Prices at Union Stock Yards
Chicago stock yards report for March 23 shows hog receipts 17 000 up ten, cattle 28 000 steady, total estimates 18 000 strong. Prices range mixed and butchers 7.20 to 7.75. good to choice heavy 7.70 to 7.35. rough heavy 7.55 to 7.65. light 7.10 to 7.65. Cattle steady. sheep 4.00 to 6.60. Lams 3.75 to 5.50. cows and heifers 1.60 to 4.70. stockers 2.90 to 5.00. Texans 3.50 to 4.60.
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Union Stock Yards
Water Works Franchise Referendum in Iowa City
Iowa City voters will decide on March 30 1903 whether to approve a 20 year franchise for the Town City Water company to extend operate and supply water. Polls open 7 am to 7 pm at ward polling places with YES or NO markings on official ballots. City officials publish instructions and witnesses certify the notice.
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Iowa City
Iowa
Town City Water Company
Iowa City Water Company
Aid City
Towit
Cort House
City Hall
Grissel’s Hall
Alert Hose House
G. W. Schmidt
K. Stebbins
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W. Beale
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Marxager
Tered
Fost
City Ticket
Frank K. Stebbins
Fox
E. Switzer
E. A. Ballard
Joseph Miller
Lorack
Brank Celik
David Stouier
Wm. Weber
Johnson County
Mack Stevens
Town
AEM Teal
Chasehurds Assistant
Jefferson Ot
Dolan
Cassidy
Philadelphia Press
Tarancy
Blackstone
Chicago News
Nick
Charles
Detroit Free Press
Chicago Grain and Provision Market
Hiau
Low'st. Coos
Deslerbare
Butehar
Barney
Mullin &Co
Persack
Prien A. Dar
Preald, Amt
Torn, Aun
Gio
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Mra. B
Frmare Loos and Trust Company
Peter A. Dey
Welch
Lovell Swigher, Tressurer
B. L.pargons
Pavel A. Dey
CB. Welch
E. Bradway
J.T. Turnar
Geo. W. Lewis
Alonzo Brown
J.B. Swarsen
cAest
Cophier Givens Savings and Trust of
A.A. Strub
W.E. Shrader
Alonzo Brow
Geo
Euclid LaxpErs
Jama City
Bouas
Swrrzir
United States Depository In
Directore
Euclid Sanders
Wm. Musser
E. F. Ciapp
Jos. Slezak
Ra. B. Wilson
Ranpon
C. Canson
Jtbasna Co
Sype Bank
Individs Uste
Careoo
J. D. Cochran
Maz Mayer
Milton Moon
C.F. Lovelace
John T. Jones
E.F. Bowman
E P. Whitacre
B.L. Close
DR. A. L. Schmidt
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