Christmas Celebration Across Lands and Traditions
The article reflects on Christmas as a universal holy day uniting Christians, noting the 25th of December as the common date and tracing its evolution from heathen Yule practices to Christian liturgy. It discusses social and religious observances, Puritan bans, and the modern emphasis on domestic love, charity, and the spirit of Santa Claus.
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Christ
Palestine
England
Macaulay
Santa Claus
Forbidden Union Of Governor's Daughter Reveals Love vs Family
The daughter of Governor Drake secretly wed a young man against her father's wishes. She faced parental opposition yet sought a postnuptial blessing, arguing she deserved both blessing and happiness with her chosen partner.
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Drake
Roswell G Horr Dies A Former Michigan Congressman
The death of Roswell G Horr removes a prominent Republican from public life. Horr won distinction as a Michigan congressman and as a famed stump speaker. The New York Tribune once praised his clear plain prose and hired him to write tariff articles that educated many readers.
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Roswell G. Horr
Horr
Michigan
The
New York Tribune
Editor Willey Convicted Assault Case Sparks Local Congratulations
The Independence Bulletin Journal applauds Editor Willey for the conviction of the two assailants who attacked him last fall, marking a decisive outcome for the local press and community safety.
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Willey
Independence Bulletin- Journal
Johnsons View On Marriage And Life Insurance In Monticello
The piece cites Samuel Johnson on marriage and chance, notes Monticello residents carry over half a million dollars in life insurance, and argues men should insure to protect wives if they die. It references fraternal societies and prefered old line companies for long term premium plans.
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Samuel Johnson
Boswell
Johnson
Monticello
Books and boots share winter weather tale and trends
Dealers report strong demand for books as Christmas gifts signaling valuing education. A visitor notes fur coats have made farmers less hardy, comparing past rugged winters to modern reliance on heavy outfits, while a doctor cautions airtight coats may cause perspiration and colds if worn constantly.
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Doni
Olney urged moderation in Cuban resolutions
The speaker argues Olney favored caution in Cuban resolutions, saying recognition of a preexisting insurgent government would justify no war with Spain. He warns sympathy for liberty should not lead to rash decisions risking thousands of American lives.
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Olney
Spain
Congressman Cousins and the Foreign Relations Committee
Congressman Cousins received a fortunate role on the committee on foreign relations. The last session did important work and the present short session will demand discretion and the highest type of statesmanship amid looming complications.
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Cousins
Committee On Foreign Relations
Court closes December term with mixed rulings in Jones County
The December term ends as Judges Thompson and Remley scene a sequence of rulings on equity cases mortgage claims and attachment notices. Intervenors contend written notice of levy is required. court rules against them upholding L Schoonover. Multiple nuisance larceny and civil cases proceed with various fines sentences dismissals and judgments.
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District Court
Thompson
Remley
Schoonover-Osborne
Ella Osborne
L. Schoonover
G. W
G. L. Lovell
Osborne
David Osborne
Supreme Court
F. J. Mileham
D. S. Bailey
Geo, Chase
Sarah Chase
Etta D. Ackerman
Jennie E. Moreland
National Bank
Wyoming
Joseph Orr
Henry Shelir
John Jacobs
Thos
L. Foley
Jones County
Joseph Urban
Frial
Q. W. Hvanse
Auch
Emil Zumbrunnenva
J.W. Lang
Lena Rohn
W. A. Hogan
H. M. Carpenter
J. W. Coxsee
M. W. Hertick
F. B. Dickey van Patrick Church
H. G. Vernimont
Isaac Hogan
Hattie Wry
James
Milwaukee Harvester Company
Livermore & Rogers
Thomas Heaney
C. H. Shipman
United States Express Co
Justice of the Peace
C. M.carter
C. M. Brown
Reform the Revenue Laws in Iowa Capital
Senator A B Funk of Spirit Lake spoke in Des Moines about revenue reform and extra session plans. He argued taxes won t rise, but private property must be fully taxed to fund state needs, noting local taxes remain the main burden while the state levy is small.
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A. B. Funk
Spirit Lake
Funk
Ways and Means
The Man Who Takes Too Many Papers
A man leaves a drug store with blue and yellow almanacs bearing ruptured zodiac images. The spoof advert parodies testimonials for a fictitious Dr Whoopemuplizajane product, claiming cure for many ailments and touting twelve bottle consumption.
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West
Smith
Jonesville
Judge Woolson Reputation For Severe Sentences Noted
In the southern district of the U S court Judge Woolson is famed for harsh sentences yet grants clemency pleas in many cases. His firm stance is said to deter crime. G R Struble of Toledo seeks U S attorney post for the Northern district of Iowa. J W Patterson of Marion exits race for U S Marshal and runs for internal revenue collector.
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Woolson
U. S
G. R. Struble
Toledo
Iowa
J. W. Patterson
Marion
St. John
Internal Revenue
State Teachers Association set for Des Moines meeting
The Iowa State Teachers Association will meet in Des Moines from December 2 to 31. Programs cover kindergarten to university with papers discussions and lectures. Notables include Baker Washington Helen Lloyd and C B Gilbert. Reduced rail fare applies. certificates required for multi line travel. Rooms via F L Douglass Ottumwa and programs from A W Stuart chairman.
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Iowa State Teachers’ Association
Des Moines
General Association
Educational Council
Baker T. Washington
South
Foster's Opera House
Misa Helen Lloyd
Chicago Kindergarten College
Supt. C. B. Gilbert
St. Paul
Des Motines
F. L. Douglass
A. W. Stuart
Ottumwa
Towa
Gossip and jests on women and society headlines
A collage of witty quips from newspapers about women and society ranging from village gossip to fashion and manners. It features remarks on age teeth nerves coffee and home life with a humorous note on a bicycle stunt and a mock exchange about a women only island newsroom gag.
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Prim
New York Weekly
Springfield
Ill
Register
Detroit Free Press
New York Press
Riverside Drive
New York Herald
South Sea
Cleveland Leader
Reflections on Love and Social Etiquette in Print
A humorous sketch contrasts behind the scenes thoughts of women and men on marriage, secrets, and presents. It notes that a wife might reveal her soul in a diary, a man keeps truths about his mustache, and gifts like a parlor clock surprise more than Sunday buttons.
The Pioneer's Reputation Abroad
A Pioneer's statement warns informers against testifying before the Jones county grand jury about Cascade saloon-keepers. The Cascade Pioneer brands informers as betrayers and promises harsh consequences after their supposed dirty work. The Vinton Eagle comments on radical saloon advocacy.
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The
Vinton Eagle
Jones County
Grand Jury
Cascade
Cascade Pioneer
Midland Monthly to Feature Hanna Sketch and John Brown
The January Midland Monthly will publish character sketches of Mark Hanna and the author of Ben Bolt. Ex Lieut Gov B F Gue plans to discuss the Springdale chapter of John Brown’s life. Brigham has achieved success with the Midland Monthly, which carries a breezy western flavor and should reach every Iowa home.
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The
Midland Monthly
Mark Hanna
Ben Bolt
B. F. Gue
Springdale
John Brown
Brigham
Iowa
Clinton Herald Debuts Improved Progressive Form
The Clinton Herald announces a new look and forward looking readership approach reflecting its city. The changes aim to modernize layout and enhance coverage for residents and local business.
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Clinton Herald
Nine Kaffir Wars and Zulu Prowess in 19th Century South Africa
Bryce cites the nine Kaffir wars from 1779 onward, noting Zulu fortitude under Tshaka and Cotownayo, Bechuanas and Matabele conquests by 1893, and native submission by other tribes. He critiques colonial policy for premature gentleness while acknowledging inevitable conquest and fierce frontier warfare. A Cedar Rapids item refutes a Wyoming diphtheria epidemic claim as false reporting.
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Bartle Frere
Tshaka
Cotownayo
Zambezi
la Bengula
Matabele
British South Africa Company
Gungunhana
Transvaal
South Africa
Mashonaland
James Bryce
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