Republican State Ticket Heads Ticket for Iowa Election
For Governor Leslie M Shaw of Crawford county. For Lieutenant Governor J C Milliman of Harrison County. For Judge of the Supreme Court Charles M Waterman of Scott county. For Railroad Commissioner Charles L Davidson of Sioux county. For Superintendent of Public Instruction Richard C Barrett of Mitchell county.
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Leslie M. Shaw
Crawford County
J. C. Milliman
Harrison County
Supreme Court
Charles M. Waterman
Scott County
Charles L. Davidson
Sioux County
Richard C. Barrett
Mitchell County
Leslie M. Shaw Set as Next Iowa Governor
The article proclaims Leslie M. Shaw will be the next governor of Iowa. It lauds him as a non office seeker who has never held office and criticizes office seekers, noting Captain J C Milliman’s past and other political comments as cornmeal in the speech.
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Leslie M. Shaw
Iowa
Republican platform adopted without dissent vote
The state platform was adopted in full with no opposing vote and praised for its true republicanism and sound money principles.
Ex Senator Bills Dies By Own Hand In Davenport
Former Davenport lawyer and ex Senator Bills died by self inflicted gunshot wound a few days ago amid reports of heat strain and temporary derangement. Cedar Rapids receives high praise for hosting the state convention with generous hospitality and energetic citizenry.
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Bills
Davenport
Cedar Rapids
Rapids
The Express Stays Neutral In County Office Nominations
The Express says it does not dictate nominations or influence them. It trusts county Republicans to express their wishes and supports party harmony. It notes many good men run and pledges to fight only after the dog days, closer to election day.
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Express
Tur Express
Prospects Rise as Wheat Prices Improve Markets East and West
The era of returning prosperity is described as wheat prices climb benefiting Northwest farmers. Increased employment in eastern mills and factories boosts demand for western food products. Iowa farmers may see better prices for hogs and butter as market tendencies improve, signaling a materially better period ahead than the past four years.
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Northwest
East
West
Iowa
Barker Enters Race for County Auditor Post
Mr. W. H. Barker announces via The Express his candidacy for county auditor pending Republican county convention action. He served two years as deputy to Mr. Richardson and filled the vacancy when Richardson resigned. The board of supervisors affirmed his fitness by entrusting him with duties, and he is described as having excellent habits and strong campaign prospects.
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W. 8. Barker
Barker
Richardson
Board of Supervisors
Montague Announces Candidacy for County Auditor
Mr. Z. W. Montague of Center Junction announces his candidacy for county auditor. He is described as a steadfast Republican with a positive, clean record and a reputation for integrity and ready labor for good government.
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Z. W. Montague
Center Junction
Iowa Democracy Faces Early Campaign Strain Over Free Silver
Fred White defends 16 to 1 free silver amid a split with Uncle Horace Boies. The Iowa Democratic scene shows tension as the party clings to Chicago platform while wheat and silver markets diverge, prompting criticism of White and backlash against Boies.
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Fred White
Horace Boies
White
Chicago
Horace
Republican County Convention to Nominate Officers at Anamosa
The republican county convention is set for Anamosa on September 1 to nominate county officers. It will have 139 delegates, the largest in county history, reflecting last fall’s strong Republican vote. Many candidates seek nominations and ballots may be numerous before a choice is made.
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Anamosa
THE
Express
Iowa Gubernatorial Nominee Leslie M Shaw Biography Overview
Leslie M Shaw of Denison born in Vermont rose to prominence in Iowa through farming, self study, and a law career after Cornell College Mt. Vernon. He built a top Denison practice, gained banking interests, and attracted German and Irish voters with Methodist backing while campaigning across the state.
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Leslie M. Shaw
Denison
Vermont
Iowa
Cornell College
Mt. Vernon
Town College of Law
St. Louis
Methodist Church
J.C. Milliman
Logan
Saratoga County
New York
Charles M. Wagtterman
Davenport
Notable Iowa Political Nominees and Their Careers
The profile highlights C. L. Davidson born 1846 in Knox county Ohio and Frank Waterman born 1847 in Frankfort Kentucky with long Iowa careers. Davidson served in multiple counties, the 19th General Assembly, and led Northwestern Iowa development. Waterman was district judge since 1887 and repeatedly reelected. Richard C. Barrett, born in Waverly, Iowa, has led Mitchell county schools, chaired the Iowa State Teachers Association, and held key educational posts.
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Davison & True
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Reflections on Marriage and Men in Humorous Prose
A satirical collection on gender roles and marriage. It lampoons male firmness and female temper, notes how love and trust rise before marriage, and quips about courtship, honesty, and everyday absurdities in relationships.
Cascade Mills Manager Purchases 3800 Bushels Wheat
Cascade Mills owner Thomas Kingsley bought 3800 bushels of wheat from Nicholas Bisenius in the past week. Bisenius threshed 600 bushels from twenty five acres, including 100 bushels of winter wheat weighing sixty one pounds per bushel, signaling Iowa’s high grade wheat and flour output under Kingsley’s Sky High branding.
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Cascade Mills
Nicholas Bisenius
Bisenius
Iowa
Kingsley
Cascade Courier
Republican Iowa Convention signals renewed support for McKinley era gains
The Iowa Republican convention praises the 1896 platform and McKinley’s presidency as it vows further protection and honest money. It pledges rigid economy, fair taxation, and equal opportunity, and commends Governor Drake, James Wilson, and railway injury indemnity laws.
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William McKinley
United States
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James Wilson
Women: Man’s best friend and mother of all
A Victorian moral portrait celebrating women as mother and wife. It credits women with shaping virtue through gentleness patience and influence, guiding men toward good deeds and mercy, and even bearing the sacred task of bringing salvation.
Unclaimed Letters Advertised in Monticello Post Office
List of unclaimed mail remaining in the Monticello post office as of August 24, 1897 includes the entry First Anna. L. T. Alexander, P. M.
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Monticello
Anna
L. T. Alexander
P. M
Water Works Question Faces Town Officials
The county papers report ongoing dispute over water works contracts with Mr. Benson. Voters supported the system, but council and Benson disagree on bonds and control of pumping station and reservoir. Citizens urged council to settle the issue clearly before proceeding.
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Benson
Dastardly Deed Delays Northwestern Freight
A coupling pin hurled from a high bank struck fireman Lyman Ernst aboard the Northwestern freight near Del mar Maquoketa as it ran about 50 miles an hour. The blow swelled his arm but caused no fracture, and he will miss a couple weeks of work. The culprit is identified.
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Delmar
Maquoketa
Lyman Ernst
Ernst
New Prison Chapel Heads Toward First Use
Finishing touches are being put on the new prison chapel and it is likely to be occupied for the first time on Sunday after next. The seating remains plain but well finished, the pulpit is tasteful, the organ is beautiful, and the overall impression is very inviting.
Candidacy Announcements For Jones County Auditor and Related Posts
Local notices announce candidates for Jones County auditor and related offices. W S Barkin of Anamosa declares candidacy for county auditor subject to Republican county convention. Gio. Gh Parnas Center Junction seeks nomination for auditor and Lowa Kina Monticello voices intent for the position.
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Jones County
Voice of
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Kina
Monticello
Lowa
Tama
Gio
Parnas Center Junction
Linda
W. Montacun
Center Junction
Barkin
Anamosa
Monticello Township Caucus to Select 18 Delegates
The Republicans of Monticello township will hold a caucus at City Hall on Saturday August 28 at 3 p.m. to choose 18 delegates for the county convention in Anamose on September 1 1807.
Castle Grove Republicans To Nominate Township Officers
Castle Grove Township Republicans meet at School House No 3 on Saturday August 28 at 7 oclock p m to nominate township officers and select five delegates to the county convention in Anamosa on Wednesday September 1 1897.
Wayne Township Republicans to caucus for officers and delegates
Wayne township Republicans meet in caucus on Saturday August 28 at 2 o clock am to nominate township officers and choose six delegates to the county convention in Anamosa on Wednesday September 1 1897.
Republicans of Scotch Grove caucus nominate township officers
The Republicans of Scotch Grove township will meet in caucus at Center school house August 28 at 8 o clock p m to nominate township officers and select 7 delegates to the county convention to be held at Anamosa on Wednesday September 7 1807
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Scotch Grove Township
Center School House
Anamosa
Editor Strom Seaton Weds Hellye Stratilek in Oxford Junction
Strom the Wyoming Journal editor Chas A Seaton formerly of the Oxford Mirror and Clarence Sun married last evening to Miss Hellye Stratilek at the bride’s home in Oxford Junction. Only immediate friends attended. Journal extends hearty congratulations.
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Chas. A. Seaton
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Oxford Mirror
Clarence Sun
Hellye Stratilek
Oxford Junction
Beaton
Republicans of Richland Township Caucus at Brick Schoolhouse
Republicans of Richland Township will meet at the brick schoolhouse on Saturday August 28 at o'clock p.m. to select delegates for the county convention in Anamosa on Wednesday September 1 1897.
Ex-Warden Marquis Barr Visits Oska loosa Delegates
Igrom the Anamosa Bureka and ex warden Marquis Barr of Oska loosa, a state convention delegate, dropped in Monday and greeted friends. Barr suffered blood poisoning from a window glass cut that required bone scraping but expects full recovery. Also reported is the death of Mrs Barr’s father Peter Ballinger on June 14 at age 79.
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Anamosa Bureka
Marquis Barr
Oskaloosa
Barr
Republicans caucus in Washington township sought delegate
Republicans of Washington township will meet in caucus at School House No 2 August 28 at 2 oclock p m for selecting one delegate to the county convention to be held at Anamosa Wednesday September 1 1897 A Matthissen Chairman County Central Committee
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Washington Township
School House No
Anamosa
A. Matthiessen
Ch’n Co. Cen
Oxford Mirror Reports O J Felton Sells To George R Moore
The Oxford Mirror notes a Monday morning sale of O J Felton's business to George R Moore after a year of operation. Felton plans to focus on his medical practice and other county interests, while Dr Moore continues the business at the same location with Fred Grubeck remaining a minor worker.
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O. J. Felton
George R. Moore
Mr. Felton
Dr. Moore
Fred Grubeck
Olin Receives New United Brethren Minister
Rev J H Hooker has been appointed pastor of the United Brethren church in Olin following Rev A B Statton resignation He is described as a capable young speaker and will begin work here in the latter part of next month
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J. H. Hooker
U. B
A. B. Statton
Hooker
Abilene Man Sues for Divorce Over Wine Stored in Cellar
An Abilene Kansas man files for divorce alleging his wife consumed about thirty gallons of wine he had stored in the cellar for his own use.
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Abilene, Kansas
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