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18 Oct 1887
Page 1
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Newspaper
Le Mars Sentinel
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1887
Page
1
A seven column folio is published and mailed to every subscriber on Tuesday and Friday nights, ensuring timely delivery of all sections to readers.
The official city and county paper of LeMars and Plymouth County publishes all official business alongside local news. Offices are in the Sentaven Building on Seventh Street between Main and Court. Editor and proprietor G. H. Ragsdale.
Notice sets October 22 1887 at 2 PM for the Republican County Convention to nominate candidates for Representative County Treasurer County Auditor Sheriff County Superintendent County Corner and County Surveyor. Representation by township and ward of Le Mars city listed.
The Republican State Register reports Adolphus I. Meservey nominated for Senator in the Cherokee District after 692 ballots. He previously edited the Blessenger at Fort Dodge and built a strong campaign profile, with Omaha and St. Paul prohibitions cited as signs of brewing shifts in liquor policy. The Sioux City Journal argues prohibition lessons apply locally, while St. Paul Press explains liquor laws push politics into municipal fights.
A Woodbury county political letter attacks Mr. Hedges candidacy for treasurer as a party scheme aimed at splitting Sioux City unity. It notes Hedges as a leading local businessman and alleges supporters promise cash to sway Republicans, warns against political business entanglement, and criticizes city printing contracts linked to Hedges backing.
The community mourns Frank J Chapin of Sloan who died at his home at 9 am after a brief illness. Chapin, recently nominated for county treasurer, had strong county connections. His funeral arrangements were not settled as his mother and sister travel from New York to Sloan.
In New York on Oct 18 special, Dorman B. Eaton, former US civil service commissioner, says independents would back Senator Allison for the Republican nomination, uniting the party in New York and the independent vote. Eaton cites Allison’s civil service reform stance and conservative record, and notes Blaine’s supporters would back the nominee. Also reports various local items and events.
Notice to Contractors invites bids by October 10 at the Recorder's office LeMars and Townsend's lumber Remsen for a schoolhouse on section 15 Fredonia Twp Piano with plans Viewable at listed prices. Alfred Kober secretary. Bid opening October 15 1887 4 PM for sidewalk construction in LeMars First addition. Des Moines land notice September 24 1887 for final proof Francis A West for NW quarter of section 26 2 00 47 W. Plymouth County witnesses listed. Resolution 145 orders temporary sidewalks built within 30 days along Broadway Cedar Plymouth Fulton streets. Sealed bids requested for LeMars town schoolhouse district No 7 Wre dontu township to be built November 87 18x26 foot, stone foundation, framing and roofing details provided.
A local dealer touts Widelity Insurance Co of New York for plate glass breakage with full value indemnity and urges patrons to inspect their price lists. The message asserts commitment to stay in business and invites inquiries, discouraging prejudice against the firm.
A.C. Morgan declares from June 1 store will sell only for spot cash, abolishing credit to cut prices by about 15 percent. He notes no bad debts for cash buyers and claims lower service costs with a cashier unnecessary. Customers urged to visit 6th Street to see the new policy in effect.
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