Political aims and agency consolidations in Iowa politics
Editor Murphy of the Vinton Eagle challenges the State Register in a public quarrel. Mention of McKinley’s cabinet with bearded members, Walter S. Hayes’s gubernatorial aspiration on the Democratic ticket, and early fall campaign activity in Marshall County. Iowa pension vouchers will be paid from a St. Louis agency after September 1, with Des Moines and Topeka agencies merged into the St. Louis office.
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Murphy
The
Vinton Eagle
State Register
Walter S. Hayes
Marshall County
the Times-Republican
Iowa
St. Louis
Des Moines
Topeka
Farmers Flock to Auction as Creamery Returns Rise
Cattle and dairy sales peak across Jones county auctions signaling strong milk earnings from creameries. The Iowa Agricultural College names Charles Curtiss as director of the experiment station while Prof James Wilson takes indefinite leave to join McKinley’s cabinet. The Electoral College confirms McKinley and Hobart victory with 281 to 176 in common tally.
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Jones County
Iowa Agricultural College
James Wilson
McKinley
Chas. F. Curtiss
Curtiss
Supreme Court rules malci law inapplicable to river cities
The supreme court holds that the malci law has no application to cities organized under a special charter affecting Cedar Rapids Dubuque Keokuk and most river cities. Without legislative relief these cities cannot collect the mulet tax from saloon keepers nor relieve saloons from prohibition penalties.
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Supreme Court
Cedar Rapids
Dubuque
Keokuk
Barbers Seek Legislative License and Diploma System
The piece notes barbers demanding state protection through licensing and professional diplomas. They call for exams and diplomas for all barbers, aiming to join established professions, and mockfully hope they all become D. B's, dumb barbers.
Million Dollar Ball Spreads Wealth Through Trade
Mr and Mrs Bradley Martin hosted a lavish half million dollar ball last night depicted as a bold showcase on two hemispheres. The event drew debate over luxury and economic impact, arguing the expense aided commerce more than keeping funds idle in a vault.
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Bradley Martin
Murder verdict in Iowa ends with death sentence
Christian Wekerlebe was found guilty of first degree murder in Clinton and sentenced to death by the jury. The case involved Mina Kiel who was found dead in a field near her father’s home. A tramp detective testified to a confession by Wekerlebe, strengthening the prosecution’s case.
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Iowa
Christian Wekerlebe
Clinton
Eckerlebe
Mina Kiel
Two Cent Passenger Fares Debate Faces Times in Iowa
Traveling trade groups press for rail fare cuts to two cents a mile but Iowa officials argue railroads cannot sustain losses. Iowa rail commissioners report 2.57 cents per mile in operating costs last year, urging restraint. The piece also recounts Rev. G E Scott’s stay at the asylum with his family in Independence and ongoing uncertainty over his recovery and expenses.
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Iowa
Tur Express
Iowa Railway Commissioners
State Agricultural Society
Iowa Railways
Trasport
Geo. E. Scott
Waterloo
Scott
Monticello
Daisy Dorlan
G. KE. Scott
Daily Mail
Blackhawk County
Life Insurance Costs Skeletal Expenditures Highlighted
A Des Moines life insurance company shows 1896 income of 89865 with 21470 paid to policy holders and 50994 spent on expenses, illustrating high costs. The piece faults widespread expense extravagance and advocates affordable, limited means coverage and cheaper assessment insurance as an alternative.
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Iowa
Des Moines Life Insurance Company
Linn County jury verdicts in marital damages total 10500
The Linn county petit jury at Marion awarded Wiggin 5500 against Huston for alienation of his wife affections and Leander Lefeuvre 5000 for jilting Fannie Stepanic.
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Petit Jury
Linn County
Marion
Wiggin
Huston
Leander Lefebvre
Fannie Stepanic
Simple home remedies and decorating tips from a bygone era
The column offers household guidance on corn treatments using stale bread and vinegar, and cautions on picture placement and avoiding clutter with many oils. It extols simple fireplaces with brick chimneys over gas or fake mantels, praising honest wear from frequent fires.
Lexow Tackles Trusts To Defend Individual Liberty
The article praises Senator Lexow of New York for targeting trusts with a sharp approach. It argues that corporations are essential yet must not stifle individual activity or liberty. It cites Lexow’s pledge to curb influences undermining citizen equality before the law.
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Senator Lexow
New York
Lexow
McKin ley Inauguration Set Three Weeks From Today
The article notes that McKinley will be inaugurated as president in three weeks. It highlights the forthcoming ceremony and expectations surrounding the new administration.
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McKinley
Solons Busy on Code and Revenue Bills in Des Moines
Julien Richards details a busy Iowa legislature week with progress on county and township organization domestic relations and educational boards. The piece notes amendments to divorce and trial procedures and discusses taxation plans for mercantile stock and building associations, plus rail travel and public health data reforms.
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Julien Richards
Des Moines
Assembly
Senate
Educational Board of Examiners
House
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Supreme Court
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Towa
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Jo Arporney
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Lowa
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M. D. Paysicians and Surgeons
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