Republicans back Col Henderson in Hardin similar to Cousins support
The Hardin county Republicans rally behind Col Henderson, mirroring Marshall county backing for Robert G. Cousins. Joseph Morgan of the Dubuque Times is recommended by Senator Allison for Dubuque postmaster, a man who once served as Allison’s private secretary.
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Hardin County
Col. Henderson
Marshall County
Robert G. Cousins
Joseph Morgan
Dubuque
Great Flood Strikes Shawneetown Amid Calamity
The flood that devastated Shawneetown Illinois last Saturday night claimed nearly fifty lives and drew wide civic sympathy despite ongoing war news. The Dubuque Herald had tied a mayoral candidate’s victory to his pie eating with a knife, but after his defeat shifts blame to J.8 Murphy of the Dubuque Telegraph as the ticket hoodoo.
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Dubuque
Shawneetown
Illinois
Dubuque Herald
J. 8. Murphy
The
Dubuque Telegraph
Third Day Bill Rejected as Indefinitely Postponed
In Dubuque last Monday the nonpartisan ticket won most seats. Two tickets competed with Republicans and dissatisfied Democrats plus a straight Democratic ticket. Five aldermen were elected on the citizens ticket while Democrats captured two. Charles Wales led the alderman-at-large race, carrying every ward and guiding the citizens’ majority.
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Dubuque
Citizen
Citizen’s
Charles Wales
Citizens
Young Iowa Congressman Bob Cousins Praised for Cuba Speech
The St. Louis Globe Democrat lauds Bob Cousins of Iowa for a congress speech on Cuba. The paper says his words were few yet powerful, his soul in them, and predicts great things from the young lawmaker.
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St. Louis Globe Democrat
Cuba
Congress
Bob Cousins
Iowa
Cousins
Patriotism and prudence in national policy
The piece condemns reckless haste in war decision making and praises President McKinley for patient, measured leadership. It argues some congressmen would rush into conflict and lauds the president’s calm stance amid taunts and threats from hostile voices.
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Congress
McKinley
Yellow Journals
Des Moines Urged to Fund State Fair or Lose Event
The State Agricultural society asks Des Moines to contribute 5 000 dollars within ten days or forfeit the right to host the state fair this fall. It argues the city should cover any deficit if the fair remains self sustaining, warning that Omaha’s Trans Miss Exposition could benefit from a failed fair.
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State Agricultural Society
Des Moines
Omaha
Democrats Denounce Des Moines Leader in Caucus
Democratic lawmakers condemn the Des Moines Leader as too independent and urge Democrats to withdraw support. They warn that the same faction backing a free silver paper will withhold substantial patronage and that papers cannot be dictated by ambitious politicians.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Retroactive Amendment to Collateral Inheritance Tax Law
The legislature altered the collateral inheritance tax to require ten days notice to heirs for appraisals and added a retroactive clause. This could trigger numerous suits as heirs challenge retroactivity affecting estates already taxed. Reports say the senate may not have concurred with house amendments, possibly making passage irregular.
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Thornell
Senate
Bulletin on 1897 Beet Research Issued by Iowa Study
People interested in sugar beet production may obtain bulletin thirty seven from the Iowa Agricultural College experiment station. It summarizes investigations of 1897 and can be requested by sending a card to F. Curtiss, director, Ames.
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Iowa Agricultural College
F. Curtiss
Ames
Town
LA Porte City
James Clark
Werasten
Jaws
Gomfort
Clark
Frep Watts
A. A. Hummer
Cascade Patriot Shoots Neighbors Chickens Over Black Spanish
A Cascade resident opened fire on a neighbor’s flock, targeting chickens described as black Spanish. The incident appears motivated by poultry breed concerns, with no further details on injuries. Authorities are investigating the motive and tally of birds affected.
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Cascade
Liquor Transport Rules Tightened by American Express
The American Express Company orders its agents not to ship liquor into Iowa where prohibited by law. Ongoing prosecutions have troubled the company, so future shipments will follow state law strictly.
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American Express Company
Iowa
No War This Week Delays Cuban Exodus and Cabinet Moves
The Washington Post reports McKinley delays his war message to allow Americans to leave Cuba by April 10. Lee warns of possible armed intervention unless Cuba gains independence, while Madrid rumor mill and Cuban unrest test patience. The cabinet debates, and Spain’s stance remains unchanged.
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Washington, D.C
Washington Post
McKinley
Lee
Cuba
Havana
Judge Thayer Praises McKinley In War Crisis
The Clinton Age editor concludes the president acted prudently through the looming war scare. He inflames patriotism, contrasts calm leadership with restless crowds, and argues the nation must stand by the president regardless of politics.
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Thayer
Clinton Age
McKinley
Hottest Dyersville election as anti-Gehrig faction wins
Miss Bobleter of Monticello and Miss Keating of Onslow visited the city on Tuesday. Miss Mabel Moore passed a teachers exam at Anamosa and earned creditable markings. W.J. Dawson of Monticello noted his ill mother is recovering. The Dyersville vote showcased strong mayoral support. no opposition for other offices. Marshal Freitgen and helpers captured ten tramps near the depot who caused a disturbance and minor theft, leading to their temporary removal. The scene escalated to a mock war dance as authorities confronted the group with cautionary force.
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Bobleter
Monticello
Keating
Onslow
Mabel Moore
Anamosa
W.J. Dawson
la Grippe
Dyersville
Smith
Marshal Freitgen
Frank May
H. A. Ginter
Calaboose
Local men authorized to organize a government military company
J. E. Whipple E. 8. Elliott and George D. McElroy of Vinton have been authorized by Gov. Shaw to organize a military company.
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J. E. Whipple
E. 8. Elliott
George D. McElroy
Vinton
Gov. Shaw
Boy Declares Christian Science Keeps Him Healthy
A neighbor questions a boy about Christian Science after he boasts he is never sick. The boy claims the faith lets him eat doughnuts and play in snow all day without illness, insisting it is the best thing that ever happened.
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Johnnie
Christian Science
Note Due Speed Tied to Name Position
A brief remark notes that the urgency of a note’s due date hinges on whether the recipient’s name appears at the top or bottom of the document. The statement implies a simple procedural rule affecting payment timelines.
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Tipton
Supreme Court
Scott County
County Boards of Supervisors
Hull
Federal House Military Committee
Shaw
Gear
N. N. M. Hubbard
Cedar Rapids
Spain
Witheld
Jones County School News
Jones County
Lizzie Neelans
Defiance Hill
Leon Dubois
Dubois
Oxford Township
R. C. Stirton
J. S. Hall
Mari.e. Carper
Amberites
Mary Fonarde
No. 5
Fairview
State Normal
A. A. Cole
Olin Board of Directors
E. R. Moore
Anamosa Board
Oxford Junction School
D. R. Perkins
Josie Rubin
Valley School
Wyoming Township
A. A. Vaughn
Wyoming School Board
Wyoming
Josie Kehoe
Akron
Nettie French
Castle Grove
Tyrus Peck
Laurel Hill
Clara Dunn
Palo Alto County
Wayne
Jones County Teachers’ Association
Strawberry Hill
Geo. W. Evans
Oak Grove
Madison Township
Lovell Township
J. A. Crawford
Cass Center
Cass Township
H. M. Connery
C. J. Heas
Wiley Smith
Spencer Guiles
Wayne Center
Spencer
Martha Vernimont
No. 7
Lovell
Mary Kedley
Teresa Lamey
Julia Lamey
Potter School
Etta Barnes
Monmouth
Howard Dawson
Center Junction
Pine Grove
Curtis Bros. & Co
Clinton
Elizabeth Schoenherr
Langworthy
Agnes Watt
G. D. Clouse
No. 1
Cass
Edith Harrisson
White Oak
T. W. Shapley
Anumoga
Shapley
Hale Village
Hale Township
Hale
Edna Young
Maple Grove
Linn County
Edna
John Smith
John
Wyoming High School
Nora Spellman
Fairview Township
Fairview Village
Kathryn Hanson
Anna Hanson
Gladys Shoop
Renn Aler
Martelle
G. W. Carper
Gertrude Outland
United States
Towa
Cascade Courier News
Royal
Royal Baking Powder CO
New York
D Tarper
Awaraea
Childrens
Star Clothing House
Rarnges
Linzer
Wairren
Range Co
Benjamine Walton
First Street
Bateman & Millholen
Minnesota
Yuul Jewhkon Nursery CO
Lake City
Mion
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