Democratic convention slated for Cedar Rapids on July 14
The district's Democratic congressional convention is called to meet in Cedar Rapids on Saturday July 14. Bob Stirton prepares a victory speech while politicians and officeholders submitted passes yesterday. Governor Cummins bought mileage books with state funds when he surrendered his passes. Two county Democratic editors quarrel over brand of democracy and influence, with the feud intensifying.
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Cedar Rapids
Bob Stirton
Cummins
Dubuque
St. Mary’s Casino
White
Sixteenth Streets
Winnishiek County
Roosevelt praised for swift aid as Congress enacts his laws
The president’s push for new laws is met with quick congressional action and enforcement. Cedar Rapids post office funding shifts from 200000 to 150000 with a restore of 50000 after conference. Arbitration offer to resolve contested delegations faces Cummins refusal amid party splits.
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Cedar Rapids
Senate
Conference Committee
Cousins
Denison Nominated for Democratic Governor Bid
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald reports John D. Denison named as Democratic candidate for governor. Others like J. B. Sullivan Wade and Gen. J. B. Weaver decline to run, while Denison, a Dubuque lawyer with Clarion roots, is seen as ambitious for a federal appointment if the party wins.
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John D. Denison
Dubuque
Pasteurization Law Sparks Unpopularity in Iowa Creameries
Homestead writer predicts strong opposition to the new rule requiring pasteurization of separated milk at 185 degrees. He notes Bremer county plans to test constitutionality while questioning claims that pasteurization protects cattle and consumers.
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Bremer County
Iowa
Preventing Dual Directorships to Align Conflicting Interests
Mr. Bryan urges banning directors who sit on boards of overlapping firms where interests clash. He notes scandals arise when directors favor connected companies. The idea, already present in state law, should apply to large public firms with many shareholders.
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Marvin
Duer
Austin
Quigley
Anamosa
Maquoketa
Monticello
Cascade
Luther Foster
State Agricultural College
Amea
Abraham Arduser
Martin Thoeni
National Schutenfeat
Philadelphia
Kitty Creek
Rockdale
Dubuque
Critique of Wealth and Media Sensationalism in Political Climate
The writer mocks wealthy politicians and party factions, questioning duty and loyalty as Democratic organizers align with Cummins. He contrasts brave acts with a rich youth's murder in a New York cafe, condemning press preoccupation with riches and sensational crime. He laments crude journalism and looming political strife.
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New York
Daily Papers
Professor Cameron Joins Kansas City High as Science Teacher
Prof. Jon Cameron of Onslow and Cedar Rapids high school will teach science in a Kansas City high school. His celebrated Birds lecture is recalled, as Judge and Mrs. McCain depart for Boston with stops in Chicago to visit sons and attend Hyde Park High School commencement.
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Onslow
Cedar Rapids
Kansas City
Cameron
Judge
McCain
Boston
Chicago
Hyde Park High School
Bertie McCain
Jnke Mohlman
Henry Nordman
Cass
Mohlman
Nordman
Sherriff Hogan
Justice Wood
Three Important Laws in Pure Food and Commerce
The article outlines key provisions of federal acts on pure food and drug safety including labeling, adulteration, and preservatives. It details railroad rate regulation through the Interstate Commerce Commission, inspection protocols for meat, and penalties for violations, with historic notes from July 1876.
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Congress
District of Columbia
United States
Interstate Commerce Commission
Villisca Plans July Carnival To August Fourth
The Burlington Hawkeye reports Villisca will hold a carnival from July 30 to August 4 inclusive. The writer observes carnival excesses have waned since 1906 and hopes Iowans seek more refined amusements.
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Burlington Hawkeye
Villisca
Iowa
Baldy Florine Dies After Long Illness At Beatty Farm
Baldy Florine aged 61 died at his home on the Beatty farm after an extended illness. He leaves five children. The funeral is set for 11 oclock Friday morning at the Lutheran church with Rev Melchert to deliver the English sermon.
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Sarah G. Perrin
Iowa
Clinton
Dubuque
Ryan
Baldy Florine
Beatty Farm
Melchert
Faction Fears Death Timing of Senator Allison
The Vinton Eagle notes the Cumming faction fears Allison’s death before a Cummins‑appointed lieutenant governor can name a successor. Their worry is not about Allison dying but about the timing being unsuitable for Cummins’ ambitions.
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The
Vinton Eagle
Allison
Cummins
Brown farm near Amber Iowa seeks offers as bargain
Two hundred acre farm east of Amber known as the Brown farm features 35 acres of timber and pasture with the rest in cultivation and tame grass. It includes an eight room house barn mill wells corn cribs granary and other structures. Marugg Bros call for price and terms.
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Amber
Town
C. D. Grass
Bowen's Prairie
John Dedecker
Monticello
Marugg Bros
R. Rt
Lowa
Fire place Mottoes and home sayings from history
A collection of mottoes once carved over fireplaces and doors in homes. Includes phrases like Most troubles never happen and The ornament of a house is the guests who frequent it. Also advises speaks ill of none and values home as castle and trusted old books.
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Mark Twain
Connecticut
Pearson Announces Candidacy for County Treasurer
Anamosa resident W. K. Pearson announces his candidacy for county treasurer pending action by the republican county convention. Date listed June 21, 2006.
Richardson Announces Candidacy for County Superintendent
Thos G Richardson declares his candidacy for county superintendent of schools subject to Republican county convention action in Wyoming on June 4 1906. He names himself as a candidate and references party process.
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Yoming
Thos
G, Richardson
Halsey Announces Candidacy for County Recorder
N G Halsey declares as a candidate for county recorder pending action by the Republican county convention. Dated May 21, 1906.
Matthiessen declares candidacy for Jones County sheriff
A. Matthiessen announces candidacy for the office of sheriff of Jones County, subject to the action of the Republican county convention.
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Jones County
Republican County Convention
A. Matthiessen
Announcement of Jones county supervisor race nomination
Announcement dated May 28 from Wyoming Tow a mentions the office of county supervisor in Jones county subject to the action of the Republican county convention. J. B. Brownell is named in connection with the nomination.
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Jones County
Brownell
Wyoming
Towa
Disgraceful Iowa Fight Draws GOP Criticism
The Clinton Herald reports a fight in Iowa being described as a disgrace to the Republican party. The article notes party leaders and observers condemning the incident and calling for discipline within the GOP.
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Clinton Herald
Iowa
Lightning Strikes Washington Township Home Wounding Couple
A week ago Tuesday during a storm a bolt followed a telephone line into Hugo Weber’s house in Washington township Jones county. Weber and his wife were severely shocked. Weber was slow to recover and ill for a time, his wife was temporarily blinded by the electricity.
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Cascade Pioneer
Hugo Weber
Washington Township
Jones County
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