Republicans, conventions, and pensions across Iowa Partisan moves
The piece surveys Republican delegates in Iowa districts with names Tobin Sargent and alternates Brainbrack McMillen, notes Illinois gubernatorial considerations and national party lines, discusses pension law changes raising widow support to 250 dollars, and previews county race dynamics in Jones County with candidates Cook Derr Herrick Rhinehart Cole.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. J. Tobin
Vinton
E. M. Sargent
Grundy Center
T.r.,brcanbrack
Anamosa
Mr. McMillen
Marshalltown
Miles Cook
Recorder
C. W. B. Derr
Olin
Herrick
B. E. Rhinehart
A. A. Cole
Jones County
Republicans Disavow Col Clark Candidacy in Linn County
The Cedar Rapids Republican distances itself from Col Clark as a candidate in Linn County saying the Clark movement is not political and the county Republicans have no role in it. It notes that convention dynamics may still decide Clark’s fate and suggests he could align with Dewey if not chosen by a party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Col. Clark
Linn County
Dewey
Cousins Renominated by Acclamation for Fifth Term
Hon Robert G Cousins faces no contest as Cedar Rapids convention delegates from seven counties unanimously back his renomination for a fifth term in Congress The longtime speaker earned a strong reputation for dignified service and patronage handling with only occasional criticism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert. G. Cousins
Congress
Cedar Rapids
Cousins
Fusion of Democracy and Populism in Sioux Falls Platform
The article argues this year will feature little difference between democracy and populism principles as Bryan seeks the populist nomination for Congress. It suggests populists aim to control Democratic nominations and hints Towne as Bryan's running mate signaling a fused ticket. The piece notes this fusion could satisfy discontented voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Congress
Sioux Falls
Towne
Congress to gain power over trusts via constitutional amendment
The House judiciary committee supports a proposed constitutional amendment granting Congress authority to regulate trusts and remove exclusive corporate control from reluctant states. Democratic members fear losing ground this term. Cedar Rapids Republicans see Dr. J. H. Smith’s GOP convention selection as dampening Col. Clark’s bid for the supreme bench, echoed by Linn County Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Judiciary Committee
House
Congress
Cedar Rapids Growth Cited Over Des Moines Caution
A local note from Iowa Capital urges Cedar Rapids to pace growth and avoid matching Des Moines expansion. Officials advise measured development to manage resources and maintain city character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Capital
Des Moines
Model speech by Hon. R. G. Cousins at state convention
Thursday's Republican state convention praised the brief bright address by Hon. R. G. Cousins. The speech defended the restored Republican government and prosperity, denounced free trade and free silver, and urged duty in governing the Philippines Porto Rico and Hawaii while praising Lincoln era loyalty and national achievements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. G. Cousins
Congress
United States
Cousins
Maine
Bob” Cousins
Lawton
Logan
Lincoln
Philippines
Porto Rico
Hawaii
Reunion Of Iowa Hornets West Brigade Veterans In Davenport
A reunion of Iowa Hornets West Brigade veterans from the 2nd 7th 8th 12th and 14th infantry regiments will be held in Davenport on June 12 with regimental gatherings the following day. Railways offer greatly reduced fares for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa ‘Hornets
West’’ Brigade
Davenport
Light May term with 23 new district court cases
The May term docket is thin with 23 new cases since March plus 39 probate 8 criminal and 44 civil cases continued. New cases include Gee vs Hogdon. Jefferies vs Belknap garnishee. Peters vs Hancock. Stivers vs Starry. and others. Census work begins June 1 with a long list of household questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Gee
John Hogdon
Ida Jefferies
F. M. Belknap
Plff
Edward Jefferies
John
Home Ins. Co
United States
Cousins Delivers Standout Speech at Republican Convention
The Convention Address from the Iowa Capitol praises Hon. Robert G. Cousins as temporary chairman. The orator surpasses his prior efforts crafting a high minded speech free of invective with philosophy, patriotism, and compelling sentiment. His delivery is faultless and his speech a formidable campaign document.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert G. Cousins
Cousins
Bob Cousins
Gun accident sprains Greenfield resident head near ceiling
Dispatch from Lisbon dated May 14 reports Mrs. George Melton of Greenfield was injured when a loaded gun, left behind a chair, discharged as she moved it. The hammer caught on the window sill and the bullet grazed her head before piercing the ceiling, an event she found terrifying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Melton
Greenfield
Brakeman Quarantined for Smallpox After Oxford Junction Exposure
Emery, a brakeman for the C M St P Ry Co, is quarantined in Savanna with smallpox. He was in Oxford Junction last week where he consulted a physician who allegedly misdescribed his illness as teat. Several people in Oxford Junction and Delmar were exposed to the disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emery
Savanna
Oxford Junction
Delmar
Church notices outline early building plan and several services
Congregational society reports over 9000 pledged for the new church building and authorizes a five member building committee with a treasurer. Various sermons and revival meetings are scheduled at Cass Center Deer Creek Castle Grove Moore’s and M E church with Evangelist Brown praise and hopeful signs of grace.
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Congregational Society
Creswell
Congregational Church
Cass Center
Deer Creek
M. E. Church
Evangelist Brown
Toledo congregations fund new church building push
The people of Toledo in Tama county raised funds for a new church with the Congregationalists contributing $8,000 last fall and the Methodists recently subscribing $17,000 for the same purpose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Tama County
Memorial Day Service at Scotch Grove
Memorial Day will be observed at Scotch Grove with an address by Rev. Van Buren of Center Junction. Advertisement notes cold remedy Weeks Break-Up-a-Cold Tablets priced at 25 cents with no cure offered.
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Congregational Church
Warner
Ministerial Association
G. A. R. Post
Scotch Grove
van Buren
Center Junction
O. H. Soetjesole Agt
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Iewa State Register
Wm. T. Shaw
Sarah L. Lane
F. H. Thomas
Jennie Starks
Mary White
J. J. Richards
W. B. Seely
Mabel May Hastings
D. J. Hogan
W. A. Hogan
J. H. Boots
Agnes F. Boots
M. Brown
Oxford Junction Bank
James C. Stivers
Wilbur Starry
Frank Mathews
A. Bauer
Philip Mohn
Deering Harvesting Co
Kuhlhage Hardware Co
Martha A. Goodman
John Ll. Goodman
C. S. Bidwell
Admr
Gerd Schmidt
W. B. Skinner
Lisbon
State Association
Mason City
Waverly
Moore
Castle Grove
Presbyterian Church
U. B
M. W. Herrick
Montivello, Jones Co
Iowa
Dubuque
Delaware
Linn and
Jones
J. W. Doxsee
Monticello
Monticello Bank
W. A. Mirick
Congregational
T. B. Kent
Main Street
Post Office
Wm.j. Couchlan
D.D.S. Entist
Hicks & Eilers
Monticallo
Lows
Babcock, Actioneer
Willery
J.H. Lathrop
Actioneer
Willery Sales
A. Matthiessen
Star Clothing House
J.B. Zimmerman & Co., Prop’rs
the People’s Clothiers
Chase’s Furniture Store
Matthiessen
J. E. Bateman
W. First St
Monticello, I
A. E. Morgan
Chestnut and
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Oregon
Chea
W. Brown
Aualtt
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