Pioneer life in Iowa before the war and the 1840s settlers
An evocative reminiscence of Iowa in 1840s Davis County, detailing homesteads built from logs and mud, timber and prairie land, self sufficiency, and thriving family life. It recalls settlers from Ohio and Ireland, rural crafts, fireplace heating, lanterns from turnips, and abundant wildlife. The piece contrasts pioneer hardship with the joy of community gatherings and early schooling, alongside hints of tragedy.
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Iowa Inn
Davis County
Fabius Creek
Moulton Round House
Mississippi River
Keokuk
Ohio
County Down
Ireland
McFatridge and Wales Run for Appanoose Offices
Democratic candidates announced for Appanoose county in June primaries. C M McFatridge seeks State Representative and Roscoe Wales seeks Sheriff, both pledging to run subject to Democratic voters will. Wales also notes noncandidacy for Treasurer.
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Appanoose County
Roscoe Wales
County Candidates Seek Party Nomination in Primaries
For County Attorney candidate Clyde L Erskine announces his bid, subject to the will of the Democrat party. Also a County Auditor candidate seeks the party nomination for the office, with primaries set for June 1, 1936.
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Clyde L. Erskine
Evans files candidacy for Clerk of District Court
Howard D. Evans announces his candidacy for the office of Clerk of District Court subject to the will of the Democratic voters at the Primaries on June 1, 1936.
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Howard D. Evans
District Court
Candidate Announcement for Board Member Seats 1937 38
Sherman West announces candidacy for Board Member 1937 Term subject to Democrat voters will in June primaries. Harry Stamos announces candidacy for Board Member 1938 Term subject to Democrat voters will in June primaries.
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Harry Stamos
Supervisigors
Sherman West
Republican for County Attorney Announces Candidacy
A Republican candidate declares intent to seek the county attorney office. The announcement outlines plans to pursue oversight, legal reforms, and public service to address local governance and safety priorities.
Republican primary announcements from Apopanoose county
A collection of candidate announcements for local offices including Sheriff Clerk of the District Court and members of the Board of Supervisors. Names mentioned include Jack Bailey Ora B Caylor and Harry Stickler, all stating candidacy subject to the June Primaries.
County Recorder Candidate Named in Primary
John R. Smith is a Republican candidate for County Recorder seeking the party’s backing at the June primary election. He focuses on record accuracy, efficient filing, and transparent public access.
County Treasurer Subject to Will of W B Haught
Announcement from County Treasurer announces a treasurer role under the will of W B Haught noting the appointment is subject to probate and legal scrutiny to confirm succession and authority. The notice seeks public acknowledgement of the incumbent’s fiduciary duties and clarifies governance during the transition.
Candidate Announcement for Clerk of the District Court
WM. R. BLAKESLEE declares candidacy for Clerk of the District Court. The June primaries will determine party backing under the Republican voters.
Sheriff Candidate in Appanoose County Race Named
A candidate for the office of Sheriff in Appanoose County announces candidacy under the banner of John W. White. The filing centers on local law enforcement leadership and county security.
Harris Seeks Republican Nomination for Appanoose Treasurer
P. Harris, candidate for the office of Treasurer of Appanoose County, runs in the Republican primary. The notice emphasizes nomination by Republican voters at the June primary, highlighting his candidacy and party backing.
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Appanoose County
Appanoose
Port
Harris
Musing Letters Reveal Rural Political Chatter and Local Grief
A rambling letter from a reader to Elmer paints local politics, road projects, pensions, and plodding daily life. The writer jokes about open doors in a nearby village, road improvements, and daisies lining a fair city approach, while noting elderly pension recipients and party tensions. The piece drifts through elections in Illinois, relief stories, farm jobs, and a satirical jab at political “brain trusters,” finishing with anecdotes from Popeye’s Place about local gossip and humor.
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Demos
Herb
Elmer
Local residents share weekend visits across towns
Central Mr and Mrs Flavy Lawson spent Sunday at Ted Small's home. Bud Henson and family visited Centerville Saturday. Roy Terrell of Lancaster spoke of Lan caster at James Graves' home Sunday. Art Lawson and gons attended Centerville sale Saturday. Uranus Judd and family visited Bloomfield Saturday. Bud Henson hosted Saturday with Duane Martin. Duane remains in very poor health. Elmer Snedigar family east of Bloomfield spent Sunday at Bud Henson's home.
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Flavy Lawson
Ted Small
Bud Henson
Centerville
Roy Terrell
Lancaster
James Graves
Art Lawson
Gons
Uranus Judd
Bloomfield
Duane Martin
Duane
Elmer Snedigar
How Much Ought a Husband or Wife Forgive
A look at two recent marital pardon cases discussed in The American Weekly, a magazine distributed with NEXT SUNDAY'S Chicago Herald and Examiner. The piece analyzes forgiveness, fault, and rebuilding trust in intimate relationships.
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American Weekly
Chicago Herald and Examiner
Moulton Tribune archive note and imprint
The page shows the Moulton Iowa Tribune imprint announcing it as the official county city and school paper with a $1.25 yearly outside the county and $1.50 within, entered at the post office in 1884 under publisher R R Eby.
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the Tribune
Moulton
Iowa
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Pilgrim’s Progress
Ivanhoe
Children of the Abbey
Democrat
C. M. McFatridge
Edward P. Powers
Milani
Will
Jack Bailey
Board of Supervisors
Ora B. Caylor
Harry Stickler
John R. Smith
W B
Haught
WM. R. Blakeslee
John W. White
John Lee
Way
Fair City
Winchell
Illinois
Answer Elmer
Harvey Ingam
Popeye
Ralph
Pat
Mike
AAA
North Carolina
Lem. Potts
R. R. Eby
Flavius
UCC
Detroit
FORD
Casady Motor Co
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