Des Moines grafters target Drake heirs and graft schemes
A coast of the text recounts an old claimant estate swindle in Des Moines where a woman and an insinuating man exploited belief in Sir Francis Drake’s heirs to extort money from lawyers merchants and others. The piece notes arrests doubts over genuine unclaimed estates and warns against long statutes of limitations. It also mentions advertising shifts by Hagenbeck Wallace circus and a Georgia governor's death penalty commutation. It ends with Eagle lodge plans and liquor issues in local lodges.
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England
Iowa
Journal of Information
Bryan Critic Says Relations with President Were Cordial
The text notes Mr. Bryan claiming cordial relations with the president and no reason to complain of slights, praising the leader’s fortune for the country. It criticizes his past judgment, comparing his secretary term to his Spanish-American War service and noting no notable credit.
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Bryan
Indiana grand jury indicts over 100 politicians in corruption case
Report says a large Indianapolis group including Tom Taggart the Indiana Democratic national committeeman and city officials face election corruption and conspiracy charges. The piece notes prior indictments and convictions in Terre Haute as context.
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Indiana
Indianapolis
Tom Taggart
Terre. Haute
Waterloo Seeks Democratic Governor Like Marek Backers Urge
Waterloo aims to recruit another Democratic governor akin to Wilbur Marek as boosters press the city to support the effort.
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Waterloo
Wilbur Marek
Prouty and the drift of Iowa politics and naval power
The Des Moines News critiques Prouty as a governorial candidate who would avoid double allegiance and questions his free trade stance. It notes a new oath may be needed by Republicans. The piece also contrasts the Arizona dreadnought with submarines and torpedo threats, suggesting naval armor may be futile against hidden threats.
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Prouty
Iowa
Des Moines
Weather notes on rain and crop prospects in Iowa
Farmers lament persistent rain hindering field work though total amounts are not excessive. Cold spells slow corn growth while 1892's spring proved the crop could recover. Iowa's dairy strength helps offset corn crop shrinkage with gains in grass.
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Jwe
Iowa
Supreme Court Strikes Oklahoma Grandfather Clause
The United States Supreme Court last Monday annulled the Oklahoma constitution grandfather clause aimed at disfranchising black voters. The decision was unanimous and authored by a judge who served as a Confederate soldier, reflecting the ruling’s strong stance against such discriminatory provisions.
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Oklahoma
Supreme Court of the United States
Quiet Postmasters Weigh Bryan Endorsements Amid Resignation
Postmaster editors who favor Mr. Bryan and praise President Wilson for jobs remain unusually silent about the resignation. The piece hints at political maneuvering behind the scenes as party supporters assess the impact on patronage and policy.
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Bryan
Sand
Wilson
Fate Tends to Bite Back Bryan’s Political Gamble
The New York Tribune argues that James Bryan’s presidential bid failed due to ill suited timing and lack of training for the secretaryship of state. It urges that future holders of the role be diplomats rather than political handouts, warning against treating high office as party compensation.
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New York Tribune
Bryan
Calhoun
Clay
Webster
Seward
Blaine
Illinois Iowa tax clash highlighted in state budget notes
The Des Moines Register and Leader reports the Illinois and Iowa legislatures adjourned with Illinois appropriating about 44 million dollars for state purposes, far exceeding Iowa taxes. Illinois per capita taxes are eight dollars versus two in Iowa, and Illinois university funding eclipses all Iowa state recourses, yet Illinois faces no tax issue.
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Des Moines Register
Winois
Iowa
Illinois
Illinois University
University
Agricultural College
Teachers’ College
Judge on American reform and personal accountability
The judge laments Americans focusing on reforming others while neglecting self accountability. He notes corporations and mercenary groups as exceptions and suggests society must first mind its own business before guiding others. He warns of a semi heaven where self-reflection is absent.
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America
Cascade Pioneer Rumor Denied After Cyclone Death Toll Rumor
A Cascade resident called a friend in Cascade to verify survival after a wild rumor spread that a cyclone had eliminated Cascade and killed or wounded 800 people during the night. The Dubuquer confirmed the friend was alive and well, refuting the disaster claim.
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Cascade
Cascade Pioneer
Dubuquer
Iowa farms valued above all New England and Western states
The Webster City Freeman-Tribune extols Iowa farms as worth more than those in Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut New Jersey Delaware Maryland West Virginia South Carolina Florida Alabama Arizona Utah Nevada New Mexico Montana and Wyoming combined asserting the state’s agricultural assets as its greatest resource.
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Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Iowa
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
New Jersey
Delaware
Maryland
West Virginia
South Carolina
Florida
Alabama
Arizona
Utah
Nevada
New Mexico
Montana
Wyoming
Look Out, Girls to Look Out, Everybody in Cars
A lighthearted observation from a St. Louis Globe-Democrat column notes changing social norms as a country youth moves from buying a buggy to purchasing an automobile. The editor cheekily shifts the warning from suitors to all onlookers as technology and mobility expand.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Delaware votes to incorporate as town in 36 to 10 decision
Delaware county approves incorporation with a 36 to 10 vote. The article notes civic changes, population figures, local events, and notable marriages and appointments across towns including Manchester Delaware county and Cedar Rapids area, alongside a report on hog cholera impacting Maquoketa region and local honors in golf and banking associations.
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Delaware
DeWitt
Monticello June 1885 Notices and Local Happenings
The Express records Monticello events in June 1885 including a horse drinking fountain at First and Cedar, marriages of A C Comstock to Maggie Cox and Flora Hall to I D Terwilliger, and Lucy Osborn to Charles W McMaster. Births, deaths, school graduates, Fourth of July plans, and local business changes appear with dates and places across Anamosa Center Junction Springville and nearby.
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First
Cedar Streets
A. C. Comstock
Monticello
Mise Maggie Cox
Cascade
William Magee
Albion
Wisconsin
Dubuque
D. E. Pond
Flora P. Hall
I, D. Terwilliger
D. M. Hall
Lucy Osborn
Charles W. McMaster
N. Reed
Monticello High School
Adena Little
Maude Ellis
Emma Pond
Talitha Miller
Jessie Preston
Louise Stambaugh
Ida Weir
Mary A. Holt
Edward (. Holt
Holt
Anamosa
Jonathan B. Holt
Mr. Holt
Ireland
Daya
Margaret Winner
Center Junction
Mary J. Paul
Monticello Leads County Taxable Property Values
The Express shows Monticello remaining top in county property values across categories including total property 2,479,426 dollars notes, with figures for money and credits 1,072,238 dollars and bank stocks 406,016 dollars. Anamoana trails in several categories as Monticello’s comparison target.
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Monticello
Pido Haces
Amamoba
Csc Crepe
Anonymous prank ends with no disturbance in Olin
Anamosa Journal reports a May 20 telephone call to Sheriff Mills about a visit to Olin was a practical joke. No one went to Olin, no Greeks or improprieties occurred, and no officials were dispatched. Real estate transfers in the region include numerous parcels in Wyoming Olin Morley and Monticello towns with values from 400 to 30,000 dollars.
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Anamosa Journal
Mills
Olin
Senate Committee
Washington
Anamosa
Linn County
Lauretta A. Rummel
John
Brownell
Town of
Wyoming
Florence D. Cronkhite
Edward EB
Mabel Seeger
Smith
W.H. Ornin
Will HK
Sealis & Bro
R. Easterly
Edleman
John O
Fairview Township
Henry C. Bohlken
Frank M. Podhaski
Montivello
J. W. Meeke
Ithold V. Bickeratall
Wurzbacher
Morley
Alfred PB
Richland Township
Frank J. Sokol
M. M
J. M. Franka
Onslow
Julia L. Bert
Cyrus
Seward and Lincoln A Nation’s Trust Preserved
The Chicago Herald recalls Secretary of State William H. Seward choosing loyalty over quitting, staying with President Abraham Lincoln as cabinet decisions shaped the nation. Seward’s persistence is praised as aligning with duty to the country and history.
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Chicago Herald
William H. Seward
United States
Abraham Lincoln
Seward
Daniel Webster
Thomas Jaiterson
Death of Frank Bailey a former Anamosa resident
Frank Bailey, longtime Anamosa area resident, died last Monday at his Rochester New York home. Remaining family includes his two sons and two daughters from a former marriage. Funeral planned in Amber with Captain O’Brien officiating at the Presbyterian church. He was about 70 and survived by two brothers John of Anamosa and Philip of Amber. The cause is not stated though illness over years likely hastened his decline.
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Anamosa Hurken
Frank Bailey
Rochester
New York
Amber
O’brien
Presbyterian Church
Bailey
Wyoming
Wisconsin
John
Anamosa
Philip
No More Raffling of Automobiles
Mechanicsville Pioneer Press reports Iowa county fairs cannot raffle cars or other articles as inducements for lottery style ticket prizes. Attorney General guidance branding such schemes as illegal under state law. fairs ignoring warning risk loss of state aid for premium lists and possible indictments or heavy fines for directors and officials.
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Mechanicsville Pioneer-Press
Iowa
Citizen motto quoted as guiding national service
Fremont Tribune quotes a local speaker urging all citizens to adopt the motto I am thinking only of my country and remain true to it. The remark emphasizes patriotic duty and unity across communities.
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Fremont
Sioux Falls Daily Opinion Slams Mr Bryan Manifesto
In Sioux Falls the Argus Leader complains that the daily manifesto of Mr Bryan is becoming tiresome, critiquing its frequency and tone for readers.
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Sioux Falls
Argus-Leader
Mr. Bryan
The Easy Chair Alarm From Public Health Service
The United States Public Health Service warns that excessive sitting from chairs and motor travel harms health. It urges walking and more activity to prevent heart and kidney disease, indigestion, and general decline among busy men in modern life.
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Kansas City Star
United States Public Health Service
Health Service
Ateamer
Epidemic linked to strawberries alarms several Connecticut towns
Waterbury reports show thousands in Waterbury Naugatuck Beacon Falls Seymour Torrington and Thomaston suffer a rash or rheumatism blamed on green harvested strawberries ripened after arrival. Doctors warn high acid content in fruit may trigger illness with severe itching back and limb pains and temporary insanity in some cases.
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Waterbury
Connecticut
Naugatuck
Beacon Falls
Seymour
Torrington
Thomaston
Frank ‘Azule
Hey
Rev Milligan to speak at Farley Cascade Masonic picnic
The Farley and Cascade Masonic lodges have secured Rev H F I Milligan of Dubuque to deliver the address at their July 5 picnic. The Farley band, fourteen pieces, will provide music. An invitation is extended to all to attend.
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Cascade Pioneer
Farley
Cascade Masonic Lodges
H. FI. Milligan
Dubuque
Tey
Germany Holds Neutral Stance on Shipping Sails
The article notes Germany remains strictly neutral in shipping matters and could sink ships of any flag, whether Norwegian or American, highlighting a warning of danger to neutral and belligerent vessels alike.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Germany
The Eclipse Corner Builds for Value and Sunshine
Local notice advises farmers to plan new buildings with affordable materials and sunlit options. It highlights roof windows for hog houses, durable gates, roofing and roof paint, and remaining plan books to aid construction. The piece encourages placing orders now before rains and price increases.
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Ames
Fred Poppe
Iowa
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Oxford Junction
Misa Anna Lightcap
Arend R. Schmidt
Aitchison
Francis A. Heald
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Cedar Rapids
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United States Navy
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Life Saving Device Company
Chicago
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Muscatine
Iowa State Bankers Association
Davenport
Harry Blackburn
W. A. Dexter
Toledo
J. F. Wahlenberger
Holstein
Iowa Bankers’ Association
A.C. Smith
Clinton
American Bankers’ Association For
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J. M. Dinwiddie
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H. M. Carpenter
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I. D. Terwilliger
Warvel
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F. J. Dvorak
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Edwin Rice
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