Trewin Candidacy Praised by Iowa District Supporters
The piece lauds Hon. J. H. Trewin as a strong candidate for congressional nomination in the Republican primaries. It notes his Cedar Rapids law practice, prior Iowa Senate service, leadership roles, and loyalty to convictions. The item also references local reaction from Jones County and a note about ex Senator James H. Kewin and former Congressman Cousins.
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J. H. Trewin
Trewin
Cedar Rapids
Lansing
Allamakee
State Senate
Senate
National Congress
Cummins
Allison
Delaware County
Jones County
Anamosa Hareka
The
Express
James H.kewin
Cedar Rapida
Iowa
General Assembly
Democratic party hints at convention hosting no favor
The Iowa Democratic State Central Committee rejected Des Moines as host for a state convention citing lack of a daily paper at the capital. The piece notes party dynamics with Cedar Rapids Gazette and Sioux City Tribune praised as workers, and mentions B F Carroll born 1860 in Davis County, a Missouri Normal School grad and state auditor candidate. It also references Mr Good of Cedar Rapids, Cummins backing in Linn County, and C W Miller’s alleged role in Porter’s defeat.
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Democratic State Central Committee
Des Moines
Democracy
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Sioux City Tribune
B. F. Carroll
Davis County
State Normal School of
Missouri
Methodist Episcopal Church
Progressives lack statewide rival to Murphy in lieutenant governorship
The progressives have not found a statewide figure to challenge Bernard Murphy for lieutenant governor. The group widely believes Murphy is the man who hit Billy Patterson.
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Bernard Murphy
Murphy
Billy Patterson
Dubuque committee shifts on Senator Allison campaign
The text notes Bob Cousins will not seek re nomination for Congress yet may campaign for Senator Allison who he treats like a son. The Dubuque executive committee for Allison’s campaign is largely Cumminsist in background but now appears reoriented.
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Bob Cousins
Congress
Allison
Dubuque
Democrats Split as Committee Sways for Alternative Candidate
The Dubuque Telegraph Herald reports that a majority of the Democratic state central committee, while feigning loyalty to Mr. Bryan, secretly hopes for another candidate in the upcoming selection.
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Dubuque
Governor Cummins Ailing After Public Appearance
The note recalls Mr. Vater's nomination strategy and praises Lafe Young as a Taft ally in Iowa. It mentions Governor Cummins joining a procession led by Young and expresses hope for the governor's speedy recovery from illness.
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Lafe Young
Taft
Iowa
Young
Eight months to go as politics heat up before February primary
With eight months until the election the political climate turns heated while voters and candidates brace for February primary battles and shifting strategies.
Statewide Allison Clubs Form As Friends Stay Busy
Across the state Allison clubs are forming widely while his friends keep active with many ongoing activities and plans.
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Allison
Prouty Again Faces Shadows of an Eclipse
A note quoting that man Prouty sits in the shadow of an eclipse once more, implying recurring scrutiny or overshadowing attention without detailing events or dates.
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Prouty
No Success Through Trickery in Cedar Rapids Article
The Cedar Rapids Republican lauds Mr. Cousins for honesty and directness. It praises his congressional record, noting he has avoided political tricks, deceit, and time serving tactics. The piece emphasizes his sincerity, belief in voters, and distinction from professional politicians.
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Fifth
Iowa
Cousins
Congress
Cedar Rapids
Chances Are With Taft in 1908 Nomination Race
Washington dispatch notes President Roosevelt’s message shifts focus to Taft as the best chosen successor. It argues Hughes wanes, Cannon or Knox gain footing, and New York votes may decide the contest. Roosevelt aims to carry Taft’s banner, while Congress slows to its own pace.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Senate
W. H. Taft
Washington
House
Hughes
New York
Iowa
Gov
Taft
Roosevelt
Cannon
Tafft
Knox
Gov. Hughes
New York State
House of Representatives
Congressional Committee
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Maryland
Fairbanks
Indiana
Illinois
New England
Kentucky
Virgina
Shaw
Virginia
Missouri
California
Far West
Minnesota
South
North
Frank J. Stillman
Jones County Supervisors Fix Assessors Pay and Tax Rules
January session notes the board approves Dr. McCain mortgage cancellation and adopts 1908 assessor pay limits by township. It outlines detailed tax values for animals, vehicles, household goods, and farming implements, plus procedural duties for assessors and oath requirements.
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Hale
McCain
Joseph Ingram
Jones County
Iowa
Cana
Castle Grove
Olay
Tdairview i
Greenfield
Jackson
Lovell
Madison
Monticello
Wyoming City
Weat Cascade
Oxford Township
Richland
Rome
Scotch Grove
Washington
Wayne BU
Wyoming Township
Anamosa
Center Junction
Martelle
Onslow
Olin
Oxford Junction
Hon. Board of Supervisors
Garst and the Treasury Deficit
The Manchester Press argues against Warren Garst for governor citing Iowa's empty treasury. It criticizes his role as senate appropriations chair and highlights a half million dollar deficit despite tax increases, questioning his readiness for businesslike administration.
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Garst
Treasury
The
Manchester Press
Warren Garst
Cumming
Senate
Allison
Senate Committee On Appropriations
Garat
Iowa
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
Quips on money and morals suggest a bachelor’s view of friendship and usefulness. A man’s standing shapes his ethics, as friends turn on debt. A woman may praise proportional status, noting what ought to be.
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New York Preas
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Dubuque Telegraph-Herald
Porter
Miller
Mr. Vater
Supervisors’ Proceedings
T. J. Finn
J. K. Hale
Lin
Monticello State Bank
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Geo. L. Lovell
R. C. Stirton
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Colorado
Palmer L. Richardson
Loveland
Estes Park
REO
F. O. B. Lansing
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