Republican Convention Nominating Details Announced
The Iowa Republican Committee sets August 21 1872 as the convention date at 10 AM to nominate two presidential electors, one per nine districts, and nine state officers. A delegate and county table lists seats by county. arrangements for reduced railroad fares are promised and county chairs urged to forward new local committee names.
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Register of the State Land Office
C. Carpenter
Adair
Jefferson
Adams
Johnson
Allamakee
Troucs
Appanoose
Keokuk
Audubon
Kossuth
Lyon
Ste Eater
Buena Vista
Madison
Butler
Mahakat
Veyad
Calhoun
Marion
Paston
Cccas
Marshall
CASS
O 'Mills
Mitchell
Cerro Gordo
Monoma
Cherokee
Monroe
Chickasaw, Cospes OG Montgomery
Clark
Sioux
Franklin
Fremont
Tama
Greene
Taylor
Grundy
Union
Wayne
Wees & Henry
Webster
Wowarty
Winnedara
Ibs
Gnc
Humboldt
Winneshick
Tda
Twoodbury
Towa
Scontes
Tackson
Wright
Aageniee
Jasper
Republican Party
GEO
Tichenor
The
Iowa Falls Sentinel
Grant
Greeley
H. Greeley
Globe
Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections
Pomeroy
Kansas
Ross
Congress
Washington
Chicago Times
Baltimore
Democratic Party
Times
Tones
New York World
St. Louis Republican
Missouri
Warren
Grinnell
Henry Warren
J. B. Grinnell
Iowa
Judge Stalle
Greefey
Fourth of July Celebration Debate in Nation
A column defends traditional Independence Day festivities praising fireworks and parades while citing John Adams. It argues against proposals to end or curb the holiday customs, stressing long-standing civic endorsement and national pride amid nostalgic tone. The piece contrasts simple joy with grand displays.
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Portland
Fogg
Universal Young America
Union
Mastor
John Adams
Resrand
Diogenes
Mother England
Bro
Jonathan
Old England
Republic
Fourth of July reflections and political reform sentiment
A historical column reflects on national celebrations, patriotism, and the slow progress toward equal rights. It notes the era's education and moral advances, discusses elections and party dynamics, and surveys commentary on Greeley, Grant, and Democratic splits.
Greeley Support Sparks Divided Reactions in 1868 Liberal Move
A fragmented report notes Greeley’s Liberal Republican exposure in various locales. Gen. Geo W. Jones condemns Greeley at Baltimore, while Springfield hosts anti reformers. Toledo Liberal Republicans organize compactly, and critics in The Nation mock Greeley’s reform claims.
How the States Will Go Clipped From June 26 Znes
A compiled note from the New York press on June 26 presents an observer’s educated forecast of state outcomes. It outlines political dynamics, party strength, and potential electoral shifts across several states, reflecting contemporary climate and regional angles.
Correspondence reply disputes a quoted passage in a letter
The writer rebuts a prior Express letter by Mr. Marvin claiming a quotation was misused. He argues the assertion cited in the Tribune editorial was a synopsis not exact language, notes typography differences, and contends quotation marks were misapplied. The exchange centers on attribution and textual framing.
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Eepreas
The
Express
Von
A. H. Marvin
Mr. M
Greeley Crisis Echoes Through Editorial Debate
The writer argues Horace Greeley’s secessionist stance fueled civil war and questions if his prewar views were right or wrong. The piece cites Greeley’s editorials from 1862-1863 and contrasts them with Buchanan era debates, then surveys university commencement notes and local commentary on the era’s politics.
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Greeley
Mr. M
Union
Hourace Greeley
James Buchanan
Congress
Horace Greeley
Cotton States
Gulf States
Mr. Greeley
Lee
Tribune
United States
Monticello Council Minutes July 1 1872
Council met with all members present except Preeter. Minutes approved. Bills from Monticello Press Association and C Langworthy referred to Finance. Chamberlin bills also referred. Weigh Master report shows drafts and fares. $4000 approved for services. Street closure order approved. street opening referred to Street Committee. Adjourned. Mayor Geo W Loveld. Recorder M M Herrick.
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Preeter
Monticello Press Association
C. Langworthy
Chamberlin
D. F. Magee
J.R. Chamberlin
First Street
Geo. W. Loveld
Altest
M. M. Herrick
Sheriff's Sale in Monticello Jones County Iowa
By virtue of a Special Execution from the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Jones County Iowa a judgment in favor of G M Schoennherr against Anton Chandik for 978 03 and costs 11385 will be executed on July 6 1872 at 11 am in front of the Monticello Anamosa Court House grounds sale to the highest cash bidder. O B Crane Sheriff. C M Fatine Att y for Pff.
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Monticello
Jones County
Iowa
Anamosa
O. B. Crane
Said County
C. M. Fatine
Right of Way Notice for Davenport & St. Paul Railroad
Davenport and St Paul Railroad Company seeks a one hundred foot wide right of way through Lots 102 108 107 108 and 109 in Warvels Second Addition Monticello Jones Iowa. Damages must be appraised by July 6 1872 or August 6 1872 with pr esentation to the appraisers. Louisville? (attorneys Monroe & Moulton).
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Andrew Mundy
Renal
Warvel
Monticello
Jones County
Iowa
Davenport & St. Paul Railroad Company
GEO
H. French
Pree
Monroe & Moulton, Attamers
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Monticello Press Association, Publishers
U.S. Grant
Tllinois
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Massachusetts
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Republican Party of
Tae State
Somenopy
Cotton
Dubuque
Aurora
Minois
Geo. W. Jones
Ferudd
W. F. Storey
Horace White
Lang Johna-Wentworth
Lyman Trumbull
Springfield
Sumter
I. G
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Louisville Courier-Journal
the Nation
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Cool
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A. S
Tas
Omaha Herald
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Theepublican
Hérald
Herald
Council Bluffs
Vinacke
Council
Bonniwells
Excelsior Manufacturing Company
ST. Louis, MO
Andyall
J. A. Debbins
General Jobber
South Cedar St
Monticello, Iowa
Mi. M. Moulton
Monticello, Jones Co
M. E. Church
Brad Streets
Hausaur
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Varvel
Hiullreng
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