Des Moines GOP State Convention Adopts August Nomination Plan
A Republican state convention will meet in Des Moines on August 2 to nominate candidates for Secretary of State Auditor State Treasurer Supreme Court Judge Clerk Supreme Court Reporter. Delegates: one per county plus one per 200 votes or fraction over 100 for Sherman in 1881. Railroads to provide reduced rates for delegates. notice to follow.
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TranguaniKas
Bertinican
Gomo ™ Verre
Des Moines
Taditt
Lee
Hepublican Party of Towa
Towa
Auditor of State
Treaster of State
Supreme Court
Baren Re Sherman
Wa. Cunisty, Chatman
England
Manitoba
Wild Northwest
Kh. T. Moyer
Rome Township
A.D
Jt. l. Moyer
Svelion 26
Township BA
K. O. Peters
John Cole
Rome
Snidt
Needham
Ox Decline and Political Critique Amid Currents of Reform
The piece notes the shrinking role of oxen in agriculture and warns of faster-burdened transport replacing draft animals. It lauds the Davenport Gazette for fair campaigning on prohibition, critiques the Muscatine Journal, and questions Iowa delegates alleged to win by trickery while urging transparency and accountability in politics.
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Dubuque
the Gazette
Iowa
Jevel
Muscatine Journal
Second District Congressmen and Cedar County Debate
The Muscatine Journal and Davenport Gazette discuss Cedar county’s stance on the Congressional nomination. They argue no hostility to Major Farwell existed and defend his continued suitability after two years of service.
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Muscatine
Cedar County
Tarwell
Major Farwell
Congress
Lipton Advertiser
Davenport Gazette
Tipton Advertiser
District support favors Major Farwell for Congress
The Tipton Advertiser and Cedar county readers voice strong Republican backing for Major Farwell. They argue a single term is sufficient and praise Farwell as industrious, conscientious and faithful in the House, with little opposition outside Muscatine.
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Tipton
Farwell
Muscatine
Major Barwell
Jones County Stock Law Decision Prompts Public Vote
A Cass, June 29 1882 letter argues against statewide herd restraint in Jones County Iowa. The writer cites Mercer County Pa precedent proposing a mixed policy allowing one cow per owner with penalties for excess livestock and non enforcement. He urges voters to reject full restraint and supports fence maintenance to protect roads and property.
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Board of Supervisors
Jones County
Mercer County
Supreme Court of Iowa
A. J. Byerny
Accidental Presidents And The Vice Presidential Dilemma
A letter to The Express argues that accidental presidents betray their party platform and pursue independent policies after oath. It discusses vice presidential selection, power after death, and the constrained influence of the people who elected the ticket. The piece questions the fairness of succession and cabinet reshuffles under such circumstances.
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Pramuesuna
the Express
Senate
United States
Nore
House of Representatives
Lam
Dismissal of Case Prompts Public Declaration by J Q Wine
J Q Wine denounces the dismissal of his Maquoketa case for alleged suborning in a lengthy statement. He accuses Judge Hayes and local officials of tampering with witness orders, notes 92 witness names, and claims perjury and malice behind the move. Wine asserts his intent to vindicate himself and attacks Democratic officials.
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Davenport Gazette
Davenport
Eorror
Tie Ganterra
Sunday Democrat
Maquoketa
Hawthorne le Claire
Hayes
W. A. Foster
Hemr
L. Johnson
Butors
Foster
Button
Botton
Bottom
States
Finke
Shiyden
Atherton
Tee
Tawthorn
Phen
Stanley
Mr. Foster
SS John
Maequoketa
Lyman Ellis
Jackson County
Liam
Hawthorne
Tom
Sam
Hayden
Artherton
Johnson
Ellis
State of
Iowa
Democrat
J.Q. Wine
Ambition and the Presidency Through Party Strife
The writer argues for careful party balance and fresh, high‑character nominees for President and Vice President to avoid factional harm. He notes numerous past presidents, the mortality rate in office, and warns against insider interest mania affecting future leadership and vice presidential selection.
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Vicw
W.I. Wann
Surprise Wedding Anniversary Honor in Sand Spring
Sanph Spurne and Asa Bowen celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary in Sand Spring on a Wednesday night. About forty neighbors attended with tin ware and plenty of food, while 5. Mo Yoran delivered a fitting speech. Hosts expressed thanks and opened their home to guests who enjoyed a square meal, music, ice cream, lemonade, and strawberries. The spread left little food but lots of tin ware and good wishes for the future.
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Sanph Spurne
Asa Bowen
Mo Yoran
Picnics Brighten Fourth of July in Monticello Area
A quiet Fourth saw Banks and many businesses closed as crowds enjoyed outdoor festivities. Monticello hosted picnics at Clark's grove and Corbett's Hill with abundant refreshments, while Castle Grove and Sand Spring Catholics raised funds. A large Monticello turnout from Anamosa spurred praise despite some drunkenness and service gaps.
National Birthday Celebrations Bring Towns Together
People from Monticello and Anamosa enjoyed public entertainments on the Nation's natal day. Mrs. W. H. Walworth hosted a lawn party for Mrs. Langworthy with happiness and ice cream. A large youth crowd danced in Garrett Eiler's new barn, followed by fireworks before nightfall.
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Anamosa
Ant
Monticello
W. HH. Walworth
8. C. Langworthy
Garret Eiler
City Council Minutes and Notices From July 5 1882
Regular session notes show members Servoss Holston Kahn and Mayor present. June reports: weighmaster 9.50. street work 60. poll tax 17.50 with 42.50 balance for services. Claims paid to D Page G W Dulin M Austin and others. Rubber coats approved for Fire Company. Notice announces dissolution King and McCarthy house movers and intro of single operator. Local ads promote Shiloh products and sheet music by S Brainard Sons.
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Roos
Servoss
Holston
Kahn
D. Page
G.W. Dulin
W. Molston
M. Austin
Fire Company
Nation
F. J. Tryon
ILN
Austrx
Recorder
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Bronticello
Ananosa
Shaw
Council ‘Proceedings
Jas Davipso
Dr.2
King & McCarthy
W. CO. Kix, Citas, McCarthry
Tony
Shiloh
J. M. Thompson
Clins
Warren
Clomart
S. Brainard
Cleveland
Chicago
Frank
E. M. Thompson
G. Schneider & C
A. S. Cumminge
Crocery
John Lorentzen
East Street
THE
Godfrey
John O. Duer
G. Schneider & Co
J. F. Adams
Grocer
J.c.glasser
Rigby
Addrees A
Geo. F. Heald
Dubuque, Delaware
Buchanan, Jackson and
Jones Counties
Remley & Brcanbrack
Cash Hardware House
H. G. Leichhardt & CO
Strawberry Pt
Eureka
Wringer
Boston
Ree
IL. G. Lutemarir & Co
Strawberry Point
H. G. Luremarvr & Co
Monticello, Iowa
W. 5S. Davison
Jor A. Plenen
Dunnam
H. G. Lrncituaror
B.D. Parxy
BO Swany
Fairy Land
Opera House
Monticello Bank
R.P. Saar
Cedar Street
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Sterling
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F. Grassmeyer
Mneuux Factory
Honert
Ty Yertee
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