Naturalization Law Takes Effect September Twenty-Eighth
The new naturalization act sets September twenty eighth as the effective date. It tightens steps for aliens to become citizens, including declarations of intention, English fluency, and witnesses, with fees and hearing notices. it also bans papers near general elections. Veterans of the Civil War are praised for discipline shaping postwar leadership. Local concerns include Winneshiek county voting machines and Panama Canal labor issues amid labor debates on Chinese workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Department of Labor and Commerce
Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization
Winneshiek County
Friends of
Panama Canal
Island of Juan Fernandez Cast Beneath Ocean in Earthquake?
The report describes Juan Fernandez Island’s destruction by earthquake shocks parallel to Valparaiso’s ruin in Chile. It chronicles its romantic history from Alexander Selkirk’s 1704 shipwreck to penal colony status and later uses, noting its enduring allure despite possible submersion and its value as a historical symbol.
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Juan Fernandez
Robinson Crusoe
Valparaiso
Alexander Selkirk
Selkirk
Cannon Renominated by Illinois Republicans for Congress
Speaker Cannon won renomination by his Illinois district Republicans amid broad enthusiasm. He outlined Republican campaign positions and recalled his role with President Roosevelt's circle shaping tariff policy, drawing contrast with Democratic lines and echoing a 1908 presidential boom.
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Speaker Cannon
Congress
Illinois
Cannon
Roosevelt
Shaw
Allison
District Attorney Jerome Eyes New York Governor Run
District Attorney William Traverse Jerome states he will seek the New York governorship if nominated by the Democrats and allowed to run on his own platform. He notes his oath of office would guide him if elected. Jerome’s NYC D A bid challenges party unity and draws national interest. Illinois sends 24 congressmen with Flitt sole retiree after 24 years. voters favor incumbents.
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Iowa
Circuit Court of
Kansas City
South Dakota
William Traverse Jerome
New York
Jerome
New York City
Mlinois
Flitt
Illinois
Two U S Travelers Hint at 1908 Presidential Race
The article notes Bryan gaining prominence only after long abroad and Secretary Hoot fading as a candidate until his South American tour. It suggests these two travelers might oppose each other in the 1908 campaign, highlighting their altered political standing.
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Bryan
Hoot
South America
Uncle Joe Cannon Praised for Tariff Stand at Iowa Speech
From the Des Moines Capital Uncle Joe Cannon delivers a vivid speech taIlking about American prosperity and defending the Dingley Law. He argues no tariff change is needed while contrasting progressive and true Republicans and imagining a grand presidency for Cannon.
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Des Moines
Joe
Joe Cannon
Chicago
Iowa
Cannon
Major Rathbun's Fears in Marion Banner Speech
The Marion Register and Leader echoes fears about the upcoming election results. It notes defiance from pivotal voters and cites the Topeka Capital on signatures, suggesting ominous prospects for Republican success.
Inter-State Fair and local meetings headline Iowa notices
The Inter-State Fair comes to Marion this week and the Northeastern Iowa Press Association meets in Cedar Rapids today. Plans for a $7,500 brick barn at the state college in Ames are ready. Twenty six divorce suits are filed in Marshall county for August term.
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Northeastern
Iowa Press Association
Cedar Rapids
State College
Ames
Marshall County
M. J. Wade
Congress
Dawson
Manchester
Monticello
Maquoketa Association
Jesse Sammond
Independence
Minnesota
Collis
Emory English
Lewis Wallace Company
Des Moines
Jones County Supervisors Set Olin Waterway Plan
The 1906 Jones County Board approved an Olin waterway project to reroute Cat Fish Creek with a concrete steel box conduit at up to 3000 dollars. Olin must provide rights of way and cover damages, pay one third costs, and allow county bridge removals after construction.
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Olin
Anamosa
Dales Ford
Richland Township
Matthiessen
Iowa
Board of Supervisors
Jones County
Cat Fish Creek
Aaid Board
A. J. Hanssen
A. Matthiessen
McDonald
W. J. Mills
ER. M. Peet
Scroggie
George McQuillen Et al
Washington Township
McQuillen
Washington
McDonald, Matthiessen and
Clay
Clinton Bridge & Iron Works
Rk. A. Scroggie
Janssen Brog
The Persian Constitution in the Burlington Hawkeye
The piece questions whether the shah of Persia will grant a constitution and why. It suggests the shah may seek liberty optics to appear progressive, while aiming to maintain power and revenue control through a constitutional system. It notes concerns about the masses understanding or using such a constitution and hints at imperial pragmatism behind reform.
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Persia
Shah
Tie
Iowa Democrats Work Through Months to Hit Ticket
The narrative traces how August begins the push for selecting a ticket, September spurs campaign work, October signals a tough pro position, and November confirms the looming challenges and fears for the party.
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Burlington
Richardson Declares Candidacy for County Superintendent
Thos G Richardson announces his candidacy for county superintendent of schools and notes this is contingent on the action of the Republican county convention. Wyoming, June 4, 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Thos
G. Richardson
Local Candidate Files for Jones County Supervisor Seat
J Brownell announces candidacy for Jones county supervisor subject to Republican county convention in Wyoming Iowa on May 28. He signs the notice as a campaign filing from May 2.
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Jones County
J. Brownell
Wyoming
Iowa
Pearson NominatIon Date Set by Republican Convention
Anamosa June 21 1906 date fixed for county treasurer candidate W K Pearson subject to action of the Republican convention.
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Republican Se Convention
W. K. Pearson
Anamosa
Candidate for County Recorder Seeks Republican Convention
A candidate announces for county recorder, subject to the Republican county convention. The note is dated May 21, 1906, with accompanying initials.
Matthiessen Seeks Jones County Sheriff Nomination
A. Matthiessen announces candidacy for sheriff of Jones County pending action by the Republican county convention.
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Tanner
Grand Army
Minneapolis
Uncle Joe Cannon
Topeka
Neighborhood News
Marion
Army of the Philippines
Arthur McArthur
Davenport
Hopkinton
Young
Ryan
Wilbur Chapman
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
Methodist Church of
Mason City
Iowa National Guard
Towa
N. J
Waterloo
Oneida
C. C. Dudley
Jackson County
Maquoketa
Johnson County
Axtell
Williams
Terre Haute
Indiana
Supervisors’ Proceedings
W. J. Mille
The
Burlington Hawkeye
Fairbanks
Milwaukee
Ialaey
Republican County Convention
Mirick & Inglis
Benond
Monticello Bank Buildue
J. W. Doxler
Fred Puleston
Creice
Ilers & Bolton
Calis
M. BE
W. FE. van Buren
REED
Burrichter’s Drygoods Store
Lown
Herrick & Bauder
Monticelo
Monticelo State Bank
A. M. Maurice
Lavell Block
Dental Department
Lake University
H.M. Remley
Tamia Rimley
Remley
Aptorneys
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Street
Ncpop
Monticello State Bank
Sarrry
Savings Department
Home Banks
Lowell State Bank
Board OF Directors
Geo. L. Lovell
J. W
JorEen, Nicholas
R. D. Athton
Hl. Sandhouse, W Holst
A. L. Fair
W. A. Miriok
Hall
Tm. Aohodda
Anka
J. S. Hall
J. A. Voorhees
San Francisco
Eagle Drug Store
A. Kempe, Prop
H.C. Bohlken’s
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