Des Moines Notes on Building Disputes and New Governor Elect
Des Moines reports detail a crowded storehouse and a clash over offices guiding a plan to merge state agricultural and horticultural societies with veterinary quarters. Governor elect Leslie M. Shaw arrives, with candidates for minor posts named and social events noted as he begins appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines—University
Des Moines
Remley
State Agricultural Society
Remtey
Executive Council
General Assembly
Horticultural Societies
State Executive Council
Shaw
Leslie M. Shaw
Savery
W. A. Fleming
Iowa
Fulton
Gen. Wright
State Agricultural College At
Ames
James Wilson
Wilson
Department of Agriculture
James Wilson, Jr
Washington
Remarkable Webster City Will Case Details Family Disinheritance
Papers reveal a man worth 15000 disinheriting his entire family in favor of Michael Simonson's neighbor's daughter whom he adopted as Staley’s heir. Allegations claim undue influence and intoxication influenced the May will. Michael Simonson named in suit as executor. beneficiary near legal age. Staley owned 300 acres between Jewell Junction and Randall and about 3000 dollars in bank.
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Webster City
Michael Simonson
Dusy
Staley
George Staley
Jewell Junction
Randall
See Wants a Divorce After Forty Nine Years of Wedlock
Sarah Poyner petitions the district court in Waterloo for a divorce from James Poyner after 49 years of marriage. She 66 and he 78, wed October 1848, with a land gift later sold for 3400 and a substantial fortune built. He has abandoned her and dissipated property. she seeks 500 temporary and 10000 permanent alimony plus a property disposition injunction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Poyner
District Court
Waterloo
James Poyner
NEW RAILROAD PROJECT REVIVED AT SIOUX CITY
Interest returns to the Sioux City Chicago and Baltimore lime railway tied to the Shelbyville Missouri survey area. The line revives the earlier Sioux City Baltimore concept, bonds previously voted by Sioux City voters were forfeit due to company failures amid 1890s distress. New investors now provide capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
Chicago
Baltimore
Young Robbers Sentenced in Cherokee Court
The Cherokee jury found Charles Whitcomb guilty of robbery and sentenced him to ten years in the penitentiary. Frank Bondurant and C P Hurley, both 21, received one year each for assault and robbery while intoxicated against a fellow worker at the insane asylum.
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Cherokee
Charles Whitcomb
Frank Bondurant
C. P. Hurley
Insane Asylum
local business leaders plan Ames association for sugar beet district
Businessmen in Ames organize an association to benefit the town centered in sugar beet country. Though not fully organized yet, members aim to form ideas that could bring a factory to Ames and boost local industry.
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Ames
Woman's Board of Missions Holds Twenty-First Convention
The twenty first annual state convention of the Woman's Board of Missions of the Interior met in Cedar Falls. Officers elected for the coming year include Mrs A L Frisbie Des Moines president, Mrs L F Parker Grinnell secretary, and Mrs C E Rew Grinnell treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Missions
Woman’s Board of Missions of the Interior
Cedar Talls
A. L. Frisbie
Des Moines
L. F. Parker
Grinnell
C. E. Rew
Novak Murder Trial Opens In Iowa Village
Frank Novak stands trial for the Walford murder of Edward Murray with jurors chosen. Prosecution outlines two counts and circumstantial evidence while defense argues lack of motive and insufficient evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinton
Frank Novak
Edward Murray
Walford
Burnham
Iowa
Dany
Tobin
Ney
Murray
Martin Loder
Novak
Michael Hurses
Charles Zaboketsky
A. J. Murray
William Murray
Shea
Jacob Haggy
Hugh Humphrey
Florence
J. G. Novak
Red Perrin
Klondike
Dawson City
Republicans claim ongoing prosperity under McKinley
The Chicago Times Herald rebuts Bryan's critique of early McKinley months and argues prosperity follows the Dingley tariff. It credits restored confidence, a strong money standard, and protection for industry for renewed business activity, noting reports from Lind Street and Dun and market data as evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Ohio
Bryan
McKinley
Cleveland
Dingley
Atlanta Constitution
Times-Herald
Congress
Times-I Herald
Atlanta
Lindstreet and Dun
Chicago Times- Herald
Where They Stand In 1898 Democrats Endorse Bryanism
The Chicago Inter Ocean reports that the 1898 elections show the Democratic Party fully committed to Bryanism with gold democracy erased. It argues any Democrat opposing Bryanism should join the Republicans, while McKinley’s presidency and a Republican Congress assure continued prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Republican Party
McKinley
White House
Pennsylvania Avenue
Chicago
Inter Ocean
Debt Policy and Bond Withdrawals Under McKinley Administration
The article notes a Republican shift to paying national debt, contrasting with Cleveland’s era when debt rose by 265 million. It states 30 million in six percent bonds retirements on January 1 and 14 million next year, with banks planning replacements. It also mentions a potential tighter bond market and Ohio voting shifts toward Republicans after Bryan’s visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Warrison
Cleveland
United States
Toledo Blade
Government and Kansas Pacific sale clash analyzed
St. Louis Globe-Democrat argues the government and committee face a tense Kansas Pacific sale. It claims Democratic papers push defeat for partisan gain while the administration retains leverage to protect public interests and ensure proper bidding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Pacific
Union Pacific
New York
Republican Party
McKenna
Pacific Railroad
St. Louis
Bryan Criticized As Political Mountebank In Ohio Visit
The Cleveland Leader blasts W J Bryan as a paid political actor in Ohio, saying his repudiation by voters last year is ignored. It accuses him of betraying masses, touting foreign control of finances, and aiding John R McLean rather than the Democratic ticket.
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Ohio
Bryan
Williams County
Racine Journal
Spouter
W. J. Bryan
East
United States
John l. teLean
Ryan
Pole
McLean
John R. McLean
Cleveland
Debated currency issues frame early 1900s political debate
The excerpt compiles editorials from St. Louis Globe-Democrat Cincinnati Commercial Tribune Toledo Blade and others. It contrasts gold standard advocacy with free coinage proposals, notes expected Democratic gains in Iowa, and praises improving labor and business while urging voters to support the prevailing economic course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Republican Party
Iowa State Register
Tree Agents Exposed by Iowa Horticultural Groups
City and state horticultural bodies warn buyers against fraudulent nursery agents claiming affiliation. George T. Van Tlouten notes the State Society has no nursery or agents and urges buyers to verify agency certificates with nurseries. Purchase orders should be sent directly to the nursery to avoid imposters and assure stock originality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town Horticultural Society
George T. van Tlouten
State Horticultural Society
Iowa
Towa
Mall
Industrious Boys at State Industrial School Summary
At the state industrial school in Mi dora 610 boys study trades and useful vocations. Farm activity includes 100 head cattle 60 young stock 160 hogs and gardens with apples onions corn oats beets and more. Boys work half day and attend school half day. clothes boots and crafts are produced by the students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midora
Miles
Aeres Navy
Tlave
Millions Of Fish Transferred To Iowa Lakes And Rivers
State Fish Commissioner Delevan moves hundreds of thousands of bass crappies and pickerel from sloughs along the Mississippi to interior lakes and streams. About 200 000 go to northern lakes 125 000 to Storm Jake area 150 000 to the Cedar River near Cedar Rapids. Fish in good condition likely to survive and ready for spring fishing after spawning. Mailways deliver fish free to promote resort fishing. Shipping 125 000 fish costs about 15 dollars. over 1 000 000 more expected from Sabula this fall. Maj Bertha Cox arrives in Des Moines to lead Salvation Army Town division bringing strong leadership and new growth.
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Mahaska
Keokuk
Jasper
Scott
Jefferson
van Buren
Lee
Adair
Boone
Dallas
Greene
Guthrie
Marion
Polk
Story
Webster
Remley
McCarthy
Delevan
Mississippi
Jake
Waterloo
Decoreh
Cedar River
Cedar Rapids
Sabuln
Bertha Cox
London
Ingland
Des Moines
Salvation Army
Miss Cox
Actna Life Ins Co v Lyon County case details in Dubuque court
Judge Shiras overruled a demurrer and ordered defendants to answer by December term in the Actna Life Insurance Company et al v Lyon County case. The action seeks to recover 120000 dollars in bonds with related bank and insurer actions dating to 1890. Judgments totaling 46000 dollars against stockholders of the defunct Town Savings Bank at Sioux City have been entered. money will be paid to the receiver in 60 days with a dividend to depositors, offering hope after the bank's 1896 failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capitol
Executive Council
Herriott
Lyon County
Town Savings Bank
Sioux City
Ghost joke brings $1000 judgment in Fort Dodge court
In Fort Dodge a district court verdict against Thomas Reedy awards $1000 to Ralph Reynolds for a 1893 prank. Reynolds, aged 28, was frightened into insanity after believing mangled remains of a man struck by a train lay in wait, a supposed ghost chasing him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Fort Dodge
Thomas‘ Reedy
Ralph Reynolds
Reynolds
Tramps Suspected in 15-Year-Old's Death Near Ottumwa
Coroner's inquest linked the boy's death to a broken neck found near Ottumwa. Authorities believe he was killed for his money by tramps. The youth was identified as Johnnie Jacobs, a Missouri native, though officials cannot determine his hometown beyond that.
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Ottumwa
Johnnie Jacobs
Missouri
Iowa Announces 1897 Thanksgiving Proclamation
Governor Drake proclaims Thursday November 26 1897 as a day of thanksgiving and praise. He urges worship in all churches and family prayers, gratitude for prosperity and mercy, and generous aid to the needy. Des Moines issues the seal of Iowa and notes the date and state year.
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Drake
I. Franciss M. Drake
Iowa
United States
Commonwealth
Towa
Des Moines
Town
Ir. M. Drane
IL. Dobson
Desperadoes Rob Mining Town Nabs Payment Day Loot
Three colored desperados armed with nosholwun and two revolvers held up Mirquisville four miles north of Des Moines. They robbed 60 miners who had just been paid, fired many shots with no injuries, and eluded capture with no trace found.
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Nosholwun
Mirquisville
Des Moines
Notable figures suffer health scare and river collision
Phelps a banker and early advocate of the trans Mississippi exposition, and a Missouri River steamer Castalia owner from Sioux City faced losses after a collision with sunken piling near the river front. Castalia went down with cargo and stock valued at about 12 000 dollars, crew escaped.
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Phelps
Indianapolis
Atlantic
Castalia
Charles Mix County
Sioux City
Recapture of Noted Swindler Amid Local News
Sheri Carter of Primghar recaptured Mrs Helle Streeter, a famed swindler, from Sunderland merchants after a $3000 ruse. In Sioux Falls Streeter had obtained $2000. Judge Joel Batley, Delaware County’s first settler, died near Manchester aged 83 after 60 years in town.
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Delle Streetler
Sheri Carter
Primghar
Helle Streeter
Sunderland
Sioux Falls
Joel Batley
Delaware County
Manchester
Tie
Towa Pensioners Revealed in Annual Commission Report
The commissioner's annual report shows 97 676 pensioners living in Towa state at the date of the report and that they drew 5 431 083 from the government last year.
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Towa
Commissioner of Pensions
Various Iowa locals report dozens of deaths and civic incidents
The itemized notes include Wack and Cotton failing with 12000 in liabilities and 6000 in assets, W. J. Truran’s estate at 80000 after his father’s death in Ishpeming Michigan, William M. Crouch’s disappearance from Marshalltown, Alfred Wredway’s death in Dubuque, J. M. Walters killed by a bull near Webster City, D. G. Bartow allegedly assaulted in Oskaloosa, Maggie Bell injured near a runaway in Ollie, John Petterson killed by a bull in Swea Township, William Summerville’s death from heart disease in Odebolt, D. G. Cromwell’s death in Scranton, the United Fanciers Poultry association’s first annual exhibition in Malvern, Woodbury County canvass showing W. C. Davenport elected sheriff, William Meardon’s death in Oasis, W. B. Tredway suspended at Sioux City yards, George Blue’s pneumonia death in Cherokee, campaigns to repeal anti debt liability for married men, George Dyas’s death near Bellevue, arrests of Hurley and McGready for Doxsie murder, and a Thanksgiving dinner for the poor by the Volunteers of America in Des Moines.
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Wack && Cotton
Creston
Ishpeming
Mich
W. J. Truran
Sioux City
Hely
Willian M. Crouch
Marshalltown
Alfred Wredway
Tredway Hardware Company
Dubuque
J. M. Walters
Webster City
D. G. Bartow
Oskaloosa
Maggie Bell
Ollie
John ¥. Petterson
Swea Township
Jossuth County
William J. Summerville
Odeboldt
D. G. Cromwell
Scranton
United Fanciers’ Poultry Association
Malvern
Woodbury County
W.C. Davenport
William Meardon
Johnson County
N. A. Keneiss
Oasis
W. B. Tredway
George Blue
General Assembly
George Dyas
Jackson County
Bellevue
Joe Hurley
Jack McGready
Independence
Doxsie
Volunteers of America
Ballington Booth
Salvation Army
Des Moines
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Taylor
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Warren
Wayne
NEW Railroad
William Relfcke
van Horne
Jacob Schoeleman
Benton County
Keystone
Charles Wahl
Urbana
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A. B. Gorester
Grant Henkie
Garrison
Carl Schuve
Mount Auburn
John Allman
Polk Township
Harry Miller
Frank A. Novak
Alice Murray
Frank Guinan
Dr. Rum
R. Dunn
Holbrook
Thomas Jennings
C. H. Merrifield
Iowa City
Alaska
Co. B. Chenoweth
C. C. Perrin
Denver
Dawson
Mrs. Crissinger
John Bryson
Ficlbrook
Morris Fe
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Jetrst
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