Mer riam to run for state auditor from Hopkinton
Frank F Mer riam of Hopkinton currently Delaware county representative will seek the state auditor position next year. Wm D Bynum national committee chair of gold democrats says his party will oppose populism of free silver and depreciated currency. Delaware county Republicans plan delegate conventions for county officers and for delegates to the state convention. August 14 set for county officers convention. Center Junction hosts the Republican delegate convention on August 11 with 139 delegates, the county’s largest. County officer nominations occur later.
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Frank F. Merriam
Hopkinton
Delaware County
Wm. D. Bynum
National Committee of Gold Democrats
Center Junction
Democratic Candidate Rejects White Endorsement
J. H. McConologue, under the 1892 Democratic banner for secretary of state, refuses to back White for governor. He denounces the party's populist rhetoric, calls for free coinage harmful to money value, and criticizes departures from traditional democratic principles.
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J. H. McConologue
White
Democratic Party
Tower to rise 110 feet at Iowa Agricultural College
Trustees of the Iowa Agricultural College at Ames have let a contract for a 110 foot tower to house a bell chime presented by Professor Stanton in memory of his late wife. The bells are described as the best chime in the United States and Mrs. Stanton is recalled as a beloved preceptress influencing many.
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Iowa Agricultural College
Ames
Stanton
United States
Lanton
The Express backs county officers re nomination policy
Tur Express outlines its stance for county races noting no favoritism toward any candidate except when local matters involve incumbents. It supports re nominating current officers serving first or second terms and upholds the practice of three consecutive terms in Jones county. It remains neutral until nominees are set. It invites candidates to publish cards for publicity.
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Tur Express
The
Express
the Express
Republican Party
Jones County
Bernard Murphy Builds Notable Vinton Eagle Legacy
Bernard Murphy after thirty years with the Vinton Eagle has shaped a fine and influential newspaper and added wisdom from his years to the publication.
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Bernard Murphy
The
Vinton Eagle
Sioux City Tribune Profiles Populist Campaign Turmoil
The Sioux City Tribune edited by J. C. Kelley dismisses the populist push led by Popocrat White. It notes Walsh settling White’s fate and Bryan’s pledge to speak in every district, plus Tillman’s influence, complicating state issues and German votes for the Democrats. White’s name weighs heavy on county tickets.
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Sioux City Tribune
J. C. Kelley
Popocrat White
Walsh
White
Bryan
Tillman
South Carolina
Country Boys In the Cabinet Reflect on Rural Roots
A Washington correspondent notes President McKinley’s cabinet advisers were all country boys except James Wilson the secretary of agriculture and possibly Secretary Bliss born in Fall River. The piece argues country birth fosters strength, health, and determination aiding public service.
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Washington
McKinley
James Wilson
Tama Jim
Secretary Bliss
Fall River
The
Republic
America
Backbone of the Democracy in Iowa Leaders Named
Correspondence to the Chicago Record praises Iowa Democratic stalwarts who backed the regular ticket over fusion. It highlights W. W. Witmer, John Kelley, Senator Harper, the Richardsons, S. H. Mallory, Col. Charles A. Clark, J. H. MacConlogue, Judge Cliggett, N. B. Holbrook, and others for long service and influence in state politics and party unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
W. W. Witmer
Des Moines
Leader
John Kelley
Sioux City Tribune
Harper
Senate
Richardsons
Davenport
University Regents
S. H. Mallory
Chariton
Col
Charles A. Clark
Cedar Rapids
Davenport Democrat
Democrat
Four Prisoners Escape from Anamosa Penitentiary
Four inmates on the west side sawed cell bars and slipped through a man hole into a ventilator shaft then into the yard and fled. Guards Blackstone Hathaway and Kirk pursued but could not immediately recapture them. Names and descriptions of Quinn Stewart Leonard Williams are given along with prior escape patterns and ongoing manhunt updates.
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Anamosa Penitentiary
Blackstone, Hathaway
Kirk
Quinn
How They Stand From the Cedar Rapids Republican
A summary of leading Democratic newspapers attitudes toward the national ticket. Burlington Gazette backs the July seventh ticket, Davenport Democrat favors sound money, Clinton Age appears nominally for prosperity, Dubuque Herald complains yet supports, Dubuque Telegraph distances from radical editors, Sioux City Tribune backs the Cliggett ticket, Des Moines Leader questions how to be saved.
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Cedar Rapids Republican
Burlington Gazette
Davenport
Democrat
Clinton Age
Dubuque Herald
Dubuque Telegraph
Senator Harper Renounces Democracy Belongs to Republican Party
From the Carroll Herald Senator Harper of Burlington renounces democracy and will act with the Republican Party. Representative Sullivan of Clayton County also deserts his party joining the Democratic Union. Evidence grows of the populist disintegration of the historic organization. Thoughtful Democrats drift to the Republicans.
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Harper
Burlington
Sullivan
Clayton County
Methodist Camp Meeting at Delhi August 8 to 20
A Methodist camp meeting is scheduled in Delhi from August 8 through August 20. The event will feature religious services, prayers, and community fellowship during the two week period.
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Delhi
New Sir Knight Emerges in Wyoming Postoffice Race
George Evans of Madison town ship enters the postoffice contest amid town and county political endorsements. A Civil War veteran and Republican activist, Evans arrival triggers sensational local reaction as crowds gather to witness the so called battle for the next postmaster on Wyoming streets.
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Wyoming
Knight
George Evans
Madison
Evans
Republican Party
Madison Zephier
George W. Evans
Madison Township
The Worst Cynic and Common Sayings
A collection of wry observations on love and behavior. The speaker lampoons cynicism in men and women with humorous contrasts about temperaments and social expectations. The tone is ironic and playful, reflecting a classic newspaper opinion quip style.
Testing an Atlantic Cable For Leaks
McClure's Magazine explains testing an Atlantic cable core by submerging sections in water for 24 hours to equalize temperature then applying current to detect insulation flaws. A galvanometer reveals leaks as precisely as measuring water flow, enabling targeted repairs.
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McClure
Baskets Made by Hand and Machine Across Regions
Baskets vary by origin and method with China Japan and India noted for fine grasses. Willow baskets remain hand crafted though machines are widely used. wire baskets are produced entirely by machinery.
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China
Japan
India
Monticello School Board Minutes July Meeting
Monticello July meeting of Independent School District No 4 board with eight directors present. Resignation of Rowen C. Stirton discussed and accepted. vacancy to be filled at next meeting. Various bills approved and funds transferred. request for detailed accounting of opera house receipts filed by W A Doran. meeting adjourned.
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Monticeno
Barwell
J. E. Hicks
M. Noyes
J. BH. Bacher
Monricunno
Board of Directors of
Independent School
Monticello Township
Rowen C. Strevon
Stirton
Bacher
Smirit
Bee
Council Proceedings July 8 Discuss WaterMains And Appointments
Council met in adjourned session with members Overing Bohlken Heisey Button Clark and Mayor present. Bills and bids discussed include repairing a pump and installing water mains on Gill Chestnut Sycamore Oklahoma and Fifth streets with total pipe lengths specified. A committee was formed to purchase pipe and material and mayor’s nominee Matt Noyes was confirmed as park commissioner.
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Overing
Bohlken
Heisey
Button
Clark
Joe Peterson
Gill Street
Chestnut Street
Sycamore Street
Oklahoma
Fifth Street
Cisey
Nays
Ayes
Noys
Matt Noyes
W. A. Doron
City council votes on water works bills and committee
Voters approve a motion to build waterworks as bills are presented by the committee. The majority, Overing Hoisey Chirk, vote aye while Button Bohlken oppose. A committee of three Button Bohlken and Cammied is empowered to buy from 800 to 40 feet of base. City Clerk Percina notes adjournment. The Clarence Sun reports Chas A Seaton will manage this week replacing the Mirror’s ex editor Smith in Oxford.
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Hoisey
Chirk
Nayes
Button
Bohlken
Tayo
Cammied
J. ¥. Percina
Clarence Sun
Chas. A. Seaton
the Mirror
Seaton
Smith
Oxford Mirror
The Carlyles and Their Untidy Maid Told with Grim Humor
A remark highlights Carlyle’s stern view of a maid described as untidy and useless yet rich in grace, followed by a long apostrophe. He warns that mismanaging dinner service will lead to no tolerance in heaven or on earth.
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Carlyles
Carlyle
Hawk-Eye
THE
Express
Tue Express
Monticello
Iowa
June Joinings in 1807 Licenses Listed
A June 1807 listing shows license issuances for numerous individuals with ages and initials. Names include J. Brown, I. A. Starks, J. Blayney, and Adiline Chapman among many others, with ages ranging from 14 to 87 and various surnames.
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Pollowing
A. Wago Gate
Christia F. Mardoel
J. Brown
Corn DB. Hoffman
I. A. Starks
Study Snyder
Kaylor
Mima M. Jacobs
Wm. Th. Menning
Eva M. Rogers
A J. Wilcox
Adiline Chapman
T Mimie HW
Larsen
Leroy Lamley
Addie Murray
Win
Brewer
Mabel G. Booth
Joglin
Minily
Myera
Armstrong
Sarah Hodgin
One Fare for the Round Trip to Geloron Photographers
Nickel Plate Road offers a single fare round trip for the Photographers association meeting at Geloron New York on Lake Chautauqua from July 12 to 20. Tickets valid July 11 12 and return July 16 20 with three through express trains daily and full comfort for passengers. For details contact J Y Calahan 111 Adams Street Chicago IL Depot 12th and Clark Streets.
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Nickel Plate Road
Photographers’ Association
Geloron
N. Y
Lake Chautauqua
J. Y
What’s the World Come To In 1900s Slang Satire
A humorous piece from the St. Louis Globe-Democrat lampoons gender role shifts with lines about husbands doing housework wives in town women in bloomers and girls riding bikes amid questions of what the country is coming to. It mocks reversals in fashion and duties.
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St. Louis Globe- Democrat
Tiny thread weaver tents and foolish hammer logic
A fragment contemplates a craftsman overreaching in aim and appetite. The speaker mocks the belief that a single hammer tap could drive a nail or a bite could feed ten men for a century, noting impractical reasoning. The verse turns on exaggeration to critique overconfidence.
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Bright
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Cross
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Chicago
W. G. Leonard
Leonard
Clay County
Madden
Harry Williams
Blackhawk
McBride
Murry Madden
Anamosa
Wanbeck
Carroll, Herald
Postoffice
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the New York Press
Rovatr Bakina Powprer Co
New York
School Board Proceedings
Sloan
Schoenherr
Ladov Casper
Tom Cassidy
Tabor and Brick
Srecetsseee
Pastwood & Chase
Conner & Hogan
Monticello Vile and Balkirk Co
Wwick and Clay
Oda Ea Peers
TOO City
Monticello Tilectric Co
Monticello State Bank
Noyes
Farwell
Teachers’ Fund
Hicks
Bucher
Council Proceedings
Council
Star Clothing House
S. J. Errickson & CO
Tn Spot Obscure
New York Sun
M. W. Herrick
J. W. Coxsee
J. N. Hughes
Amcounty AT Law
W. A. Mirick
Ofice
Congregational Church
Onticello
T. B. Kent
Wianaworae
Main Street
Postotiica
Towa
Pilybioians and Surgeons
Elratetreat
Monticollo
Wm. J. Coughlan
D. D
Hicks & Hilera
W.B. Pearson
J Pentist
Hagtorty
Dotionher
Oxford Junction
Perone
Lovell State Bank
Gronan L. Lovent
Oktlhhs
C. Shinvon
Cushler
Queer * S Eye K
I. UW. Rickleta
J. ¥. Doxsco
Horton Sandhouwse
Nichole Jone
R. Ricker
Monticbello
C. J. Wilson
M.D. C. ML
Fulton, Iowa
Burlington Hawk-Eye
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