New Fish Commissioner Sparks Controversy in Anamosa
Anamosa residents oppose A W Aldrich's appointment as state fish commissioner replacing B F Shaw. Critics cite alleged untrustworthy conduct, while supporters note Shaw’s strong record and expect the governor to reconsider. Democratic county convention selects delegates to Burlington and votes for presidential preference: Samuel J Tilden wins with two dissenters.
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Tilden
Anamosa
The
Hupresa
A. W. Aldrich
B.F. Shaw
Aldrich
Allison
Sherman
B. F. Shaw
Shaw
Slocum
Owa
Burlington
Sanuel J. Tilden
Jones County
Asa Smith
Dubuque
Smith
Alamosa
Jon McKean
Judge McKean
Congregational Church
Blakeslee
Baptist Church
Merrill
Band of Hope
E. M. Harvey
van Horn
Busy Farmers and Local Moves Across Onslow Area
Onslow Iowa April 22 1884 farmers push crops despite poor weather. Mrs T H Lightfoot improves under Dr Mirick Monticello. T J Dallam sick but steadier. Quarterly ME meeting held 12th–13th with presiding elder and Rev Coates. Van Ness Anamosa visiting. Kate Hubbard Monmouth in town. Miss Franc Sears headed toward Prairieburg. Angle family moving near Anamosa. Feehan family to open a boarding house there. H J Banghart traveled east by train. Mrs Cynthia McDaniel considers millinery stock from Maquoketa’s Mrs Rice. Anon.
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Onslow
the Express
T. H. Lightfoot
Mirick
Monticello
T. J. Dallam
M.E
Coates
Wyomington
van Ness
Anamosa
L. Johnston
Kate Hubbard
Monmouth
Franc Sears
Prairieburg
Burg
Geo. Angle
John Feehan
H.J. Banghart
Cynthia McDaniel
Prairieburg Band of Hope News and Local Updates
The Band of Hope in Prairieburg holds regular meetings with newly elected officers Will Coquillette president Myrtle Ward vice president Mrs J W Long superintendent Lizzie Klein secretary treasurer. Notes on local people include Geo W Shaffer editor Webster City Advertiser now in Tipton, B K Van Valkenburg moving to Nebraska, and Mr Hahn leaving town. Also remarks on Lizzie Whittimore essay extracts and local history of Monticello township. Gracie McQuann dies from spinal disease. Dr Phillips active in medical council duties. spring health drives noted. postmaster Burnside mentions pony and prancing grays.
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Prairiesure
Hupress
Band of Hope
Will Coquillette
Myrtle Ward
J. W. Long
Lizzie Klein
Frank McQann
Gracie
Dr. Phillips
Medical Council
G. W. Burnside
P. M
W. H
Cascade Clatter brings masquerade at skating rink
In Cascade April 24 1884 readers hear of mild city business amid spring sickness. Notable is a first masquerade at the skating rink with costumes and lively crowd including Mrs Coxsee and others. local notices cover residents, guests, and moves around Monticello, Wyon or nearby towns with brief community notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Express
C. A. Livermore
Cascade
Chas. Coxsee
Woll
Chas. Coxsoe
Chas Walsh
Summer
Chas Baldwin
Orphans Mentioned Along With Local Ball Scene
Sir Knight and Chas McCanon with Frank Halloran as Topsy stood out on the floor while others faded from notice. R J McVay left for Chicago to purchase spring stock as Mrs Bell of Monticello visits her parents Mr and Mrs Fairburn. Two orphans.
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the Express
Mary Linderman
Rice
Aggie Beatty
Alph Miller
Miss Beatty
Craig
Chas. Little
Tins Express
Tony
Sir Knight
Chas McCanon
Frank Halloran
R. J. McVay
Chicago
Mrs. Bell
Monticello
Mrs. Fairburn
Mrs Elizabeth Davidson Moore Dies at 324 West Monroe
The Chicago Journal notes the death of Elizabeth Davidson Moore at the family home from paralysis. She was a long time member of First Congregational Church and wife of 8 M Moore. She leaves a widowed husband, two daughters, one at home and the other abroad with a missionary, and many mourners in the town of James Davidson.
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Elizabeth Davidson Moore
M. Moore
West Monroe Street
First Congregational
Lfe
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Errick Dé Doxtseh
Editors and Proprietors
Strawberry Hill
Russell
Prairieburg News
Bowen’s Prairie News
Joseph Velon
W. TL. Chamberlain
Wyoming Journal
Wun. Moore
Dakota
S. L. Gardner
Jones
H. B. Fawcett
Sam Campbell
O.R. Ricker
Yousse & Abel
Capt. Carpenter
H. G. Leichardt
W. F. Bingham
Lawn Jewelers’ Association
J. G. Bates
Oxford
John Doutrick
Wills & Deatrick
Dr. Calkins
R. Somerby
Wyoming
Shipman
Jack Lamimon
Washington Territory
E. Wales
Lorimier House
I. R. Wood
Minnesota
Langstroth
Clara Walea
Monterey
Mexico
Jack Lammon
E. Keeler
J. W. Coxsee
Lime Springs
Howard County
Sunberg
Jno
V. Farwell & Co
Dan Cartano
Dan
Geo. Schaeffer
Schaeffer & King
A. E. Chesterfield
Spirit Lake
John FE. Mellett
Mt. Vernon
John
Manchester
Iowa
Wm. Johnson
Turon
Dr.King
Hood
Col, Hood & Co
Lowell
Mans
Yousse
M. W. Squiers
Aniva
Monrok G Wuirr
Ayers
Oxyzen Dispensary
Second Avenue
Cedar Rapids
Own
Richland Township
Joan Misro
EK. M. Thompson
H. Tinks
Buckien
J. N. Hately
E. M. Thompson
H. Tiurks
8. M. Moore
A. Voelcker
F. St. 8
Royal Agricultural Society
England
Blackwell
Bull Durham
Golden Belt
North Carolina
Durham
Wm. Shodde
Wills
NEW Firm
the Gilpin & Cassrdy
Sammls & White
A. ©. Barnhill
Paul Buol
F. Grassmeyer
Cooks
Garland Ranges
Garland
Fairbanks
A. C. Barnhill
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