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Iowa Citizen

Location

Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1903

Page

4

Howa's Post Offices Population and Office Totals

The report lists Howa's total presidential post offices at 265, up 15 from last year, with 9 first class, 5 second class, 211 third class, 1,462 fourth class offices, and 1,030 money orders. Iowa ranks fourth in presidential offices nationally, while population places Iowa eleventh among states. Per capita office distribution shows New York 20k, Pennsylvania 19k, Illinois 16.6k, and Howa 8k. Tutula Samoa leads with $490 per year in pay.

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Power to Fix Rates in Water Franchise Vote

A city vote on Monday will decide if the water company gains a ten year right to occupy streets for water supply and fire protection. The ordinance shows rates but councils may later adjust them. law protects this prerogative, while the franchise requires voter approval to lay pipes in city streets.

Water Company

Electric Plants Franchise Vote Details and City’s Powers

A newspaper summary outlines questions in Monday's water vote on granting electric plant franchises. It notes nonexclusive terms up to 25 years, council control over rates, and extensions tied to franchise grants. Municipal ownership possible after ten to fifteen years if funds permit, otherwise litigation risk with Ottumwa and Cedar Rapids cited.

Iowa Ottumwa Cedar Rapids

Misleading Charges Over Water Franchise and Mains

A reader letters section denounces editor David for misrepresenting the Water company as it discusses franchise value, special election payments, and main layings. The piece accuses David of bias and cites city council actions reducing a proposed $70 fee to $12, arguing readers deserve clarity.

The Republican Water Company David Raglans

Ferry Seeds Promise Higher Yields and Warnings on Fraud

The ad pleads for Ferry's Seeds as reliable for better harvests while warning against unscrupulous rivals. It promotes a free Seed Annual from D M Ferry Co of Detroit and urges readers to request it. Also included is a testimonial about Electric Bitters helping a bedridden veteran, with local druggists offering the remedy as best for liver and kidney troubles.

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