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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1902

Page

5

Republican ticket for state and district offices

State ticket lists W B Martin for Secretary of State B F Carroll Gilbert Gilbertson Charles W Mullan and judges Scott M Ladd Charles A Bishop John Crockett W W Cornwallar for Supreme Court posts plus K A Dawson as Railroad Commissioner Congressional ticket includes Robert G Cousins and W J Mells for Auditor C W B Derr for Recorder Ervin E Reed as County Attorney and Robert A Scrogggie and Wm A Cunningham for Supervisors.

Supreme Court Scott M. Ladd Charles A. Bishop

Democrats Face Ticket Woes at Oxford Junction Convention

At the Oxford Junction gathering a full ticket was named yet several nominees declined to run. Auditor candidate Mr. Armstrong of Martelle withdrew over religious grounds, while Clerk candidate A B Calkins of Monticello signaled retirement. The party struggles to find willing campaign donors and hopefuls as Judge Birdsall presses forward for Congress despite Republican rivalries.

Oxford Junction Armstrong Martelle A. B. Calkins Monticello

Republican Nominees for Jones County Ahead of Election

The Harmonious Convention nominates a county Republican ticket led by Clerk of Court candidate Jasper H. Ramsey and Auditor candidate W J Mills. Robert A. Scroggio stands as Supervisor nominee. Mills hails from Ontario, Canada, moved to Jones County in 1865, and has managed stores and traveled in business. Scroggie, son of Andrew Scroggie, has served as county supervisor for three years and lives in Clay township.

W. J. Mills Jones County Ontario Canada Justice of the Cause of the North Detroit United States Wyoming Mills Magsillon Thale Ile Robert Inglis Tie Robert A. Scroggio Ma. Scroggie Wayneecounty Ohio Clay Township Andrew Scroggie

Lovell Township GOP Nominating Meeting Set for Oct 11

Republicans of Lovell Township will meet at the home of J H Bacher on Saturday afternoon October 11 at 3 oclock to nominate township officers. J H Baciter, Com.

Lovell Township J. H. Bacher J. H. Baciter

Interest rates lift as banks seek six percent securities

Rates climb with banks reluctant to offer five per cent loans as one per cent rise appears. Gill edged securities are floated on a six per cent basis, signaling tighter credit conditions.

Gill

Ex Secretary Alger Reemerges as Michigan Senator

Former war secretary under McKinley faced cabinet discord yet reenters politics as the newly appointed United States senator from Michigan. Alger's energy and ability propelled him back into influence after his cabinet departure.

Alger McKinley War Department Michigan

Yoran criticizes Hendersons congress bid from Eugene City

Hon S M Yoran a long time Oregon political figure writes from Eugene City that Col Hendersons refusal to run for congress drew unfavorable local criticism. He disputes Hendersons reasons and says Conklins senate exit was a mistake. Yoran notes Pacific coast support for Iowa platform declarations and argues Republicans will keep tariff and protectionist principles with changes suited to evolving commerce.

S. M. Yoran Oregon Eugene City Col D. B. Henderson Congress Henderson Conklin Senate Yoran Pacific Coast Iowa Futher

White House talks fizzled in coal strike dispute

The conference at the White House between coal barons and striking miners' representatives yielded no practical results. Mitchell urged arbitration by a Roosevelt appointed board, but capitalists refused. Public sympathy is shifting toward miners, while legality and union organization are framed as the workers' recourse.

White House Roosevelt Mitchell

Railways of America Outpace Europe in Management and Speed

The Chicago Tribune lauds American railroad efficiency and luxury, citing superior equipment, faster trains, and better service. It highlights the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway's six million dollars in improvements, four million in gross earnings, and rising dividends while noting high passenger satisfaction and expanding freight capacity across western trunk lines.

The Chicago Tribune United States England Europe Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Krueger St. Paul Road St. Paul Chicago

Local notes from Kittanna to Monticello visitors and business moves

W J Good of Kittanna visits his Monticello uncle and cousins this week. Mrs Uriah Wheeless underwent successful breast tumor surgery at Finley hospital Dubuque last Saturday and expects to return home soon. R M Merriam buys the Dickey store stock in Manchester and runs the business, formerly in Ryan lumber and now real estate dealings. F B Tibbitts and friends enjoy coon hunting, achieving a fine gray fox Tuesday night.

W. J. Good Kittanna Pennsylvania Monticello W.J Uriah Wheeless Finley Hospital Dububque Manchester R. M. Merriam Iate Dickey Merriam Ryan F. B. Tibbitts

Big pumpkin pie praised by Anamosa readers

In the Anamosa Eureka Asa Alspaugh receives thanks for a large pumpkin left at a home. The writer extols pumpkin pie as the finest pastry and notes they have been feasting on a big slice from the oven for a week with plenty to share with neighbors.

Asa Alspaugh

Senator Hanna’s Stand Put Becomes Ohio Campaign Cry

Ohio voters hear Senator Hanna pledge a stand put as the focal point of his campaign. Supporters describe it as a firm stance on key issues, while opponents call for clearer policy specifics. The phrase dominates rally chatter across major cities.

Senator Hanna Ohio

Derr of Olin Seeks County Recorder Post

Mr. C. W. Derr of Olin, the candidate for county recorder, has held that office for one term. When first nominated, he faced opposition and presented his qualifications and plans for the office.

C. W. 3B. Derr Olin County Recorder

Cunningham Nominee for Supervisor Vacancy

Mr Wm A Cunningham, the second candidate for supervisor, was nominated to fill the vacancy caused by the death of FLT Brainard and is a resident of Annanosa. He has been engaged in the

Wm. A. Cunningham Flt Brainard Annanosa

Local officials chosen for county offices

The text outlines candidates for county posts including Ramsey for deputy probate, Derr for county treasurer, and Ervin Reed for county attorney. It notes Ramsey’s long service and expertise, Derr’s Iowa history and local ties, Reed’s legal career and military service, and describes Reed’s rise from Beloved farmer roots to a prominent Monticello business figure.

Ramsey Profile of Anamosa Native From Amber

J. C. Ramsey of Anamosa, a former Amber resident, is described as a young man of pleasing address and great adaptability. He has spent his entire life in Jones county and was born at Amber.

Ile Randolph County Indiana Anamosa J. C. Ramsey Amber Jones County

Political Shift of City Leader to Republican Ties

Mr. Conninghan, long a city council member and trustee of the Mystic Workers, has shifted from the Democratic party to the Republicans. He did not agree with free silver and, as a McKinley admirer, now aligns with the GOP and feels at home in the new affiliation.

Conninghan National Lodge of the Order of Mystic Workers Democratic Party McKinley

Fall and Winter Clothing Line at Golden Eagle House

The Golden Eagle Clothing House announces a fall and winter clothing line with a 25 percent reduction on boys and children's school suits during the first week of school. Visit the shop one door east of the post office, run by D. I. Gopstone.

Golden Eagle Clothing House Boya D. I. Gopstone

Scott's Emulsion advertised as life and health booster

Scott's Emulsion is promoted as essential for vitality and recovery from wasting diseases. It claims to benefit men women and children by supplying flesh strength growth and nourishment. The ad invites free samples and lists Scott and Bowne chemists New York with prices 0 1 and 1.00 at druggists.

Scott Ifor Scott & Bowne Pearl Street New York

Freight Schedules Mentioned For Multiple Cities

The notice lists freight times and routes among Chicago Omaha Bronx City St. Paul Minneapolis Davenport Anamosa Marion Kansas City Calmar Oxford and Brett with daily trains except Sunday. Several times such as 2 16 pm 6 45 pm 4 25 am are shown alongside prices like 380 and 200.

Chicago Piet Omaha Bronx City Anetartioganis Gs St. Paul Minneapolis Davenport Anamosa Marion Kinsis City and Wear Calmar Verey Ey Iirte Brett Re Oxford Win

Real Estate Agents A Word To You

A promotional notice invites readers to request a circular about a land boom and earning potential. It lists 1. 1% Mirny Asst Gen Pass Agt and a Dubugne Iowa address for the Brochure.

Mirny Agt Whinois Central Railroad Dubugne

Also Mentioned on This Page

Secretary of State W. B. Martin Auditor of State B. F. Carroll Gilberts Gilbertson Charles W. Mullan John Crockett W. W. Cornwall K. A. Dawson Congressional Robert G. Cousins Jasper H. Ramsey W. J. Mells C. W. B. Derr Ervin E. Reed Robt, A. Scroggie Judge Birdsall Colonel Henderson Buies Republican Party Fones County Ife J. A. Hartman Marvelous Raiilroad Management Hopkinton Mr. C. W. B. Derr W. A. Cunningham Ramsey Mr. Derr Columbiana County Charlie Derr Boies Mr. Ervin E. Reed Ervin FE. Reed Reed 49Th Town Delaware County Robt. A. Scroggie Star Clothing House Fifth Ave Wabash Ave ST. P. Timm Tamle J. E. Bateman W. First St
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