Congressional Convention in Clinton Iowa Delegates Named
A Republican delegate convention for Iowa's Second District will meet in Clinton on August 20 1902 at 11 am to nominate a congress candidate. The district assigns one delegate per county and one extra for every 200 votes or a fraction over 100 for Governor Cummins in 1901. County delegate counts and the committee chair Joe R Lane are listed.
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Iowa
Clinton
Congress
A. B. Cummins
State Officials Listing Incomplete Roster
The fragment lists political roles and counties including Treasurer G S Gilbertson Winnebago County and Attorney General Black Hawk County Supreme Judge Scott M Ladd with scattered names O Brien County and W Mullan, indicating an incomplete roster of state offices and county ties.
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G. S. Gilbertson
Winnebago County
Scott M. Ladd
O'Brien County
New Political Party Emerges with Bryan Link
A movement forms to organize a new party led by Senator Dubois of Idaho Senator Pettigrew and Professor Garrett Cropper of South Dakota and George Shibley of Washington The plan aims to promote democratic principles with free silver excluded Mr Bryan is expected to join and may inspire but not be the 1904 candidate The piece questions where figures like Weaver Tillman Simpson and Lease stand at this pivotal moment.
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Senator Dubois
Idaho
Pettigrew
Garrett Cropper
South Dakota
George Shibley
Washington
Bryan
J. B. Weaver
Brother Tillman
Jerry Simpson
Mary Ellen Lease
Court ruling over press criticism in Tennessee sparks free press debate
The remark argues a court should not exclude a reporter for criticizing its actions, calling it a violation of the people's right to know. It warns against loze majesty and defends the court as a servant of the people.
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Tennessee
Roosevelt 1904 Nomination Backing Grows in Senate
Senator Foraker of Ohio joins Senator Platt of New York and Senator Quay of Pennsylvania in backing Roosevelt for 1904. New York Pennsylvania and Ohio form the core of a formidable political combo.
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Senator Foraker
Ohio
Senator Platt
New York
Senator Quay
Pennsylvania
Roosevelt
Mosquito Types Found by Michigan Agricultural Scientists
Michigan Agricultural College researchers report two mosquito kinds in the area malarial and harmless both look and sound alike at night.
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Michigan Agricultural College
Revolutions Roil Haiti Venezuela Colombia and Nicaragua
Regions of Haiti Venezuela Colombia and Nicaragua engage in revolutions with volatile clashes. Observers note the conflict heightens regional tension while the spectacle of struggle eclipses traditional contests such as bullfighting in intensity.
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Haiti
Venezuela
Colombia
Nicaragua
Wisconsin Democrats Expect Big Gains This Year
Wisconsin Democrats express confidence they will win big in upcoming elections though results may alter their outlook when returns come in.
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Wisconsin
Archbishop Ireland Urges Calmer Catholic View On Philippines
Archbishop John Ireland of St. Paul rebukes Catholics in America for rash judgments on U S policy in the Philippines. He defends trust in the American government, endorses Taft and the pope, urges respect for official channels, and supports peaceful church state separation while noting possible expulsion of friars if needed for peace. TheRock Island railroad drafts a Morris to St. Louis line via Bloomington to improve access to the Missouri metropolis.
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Ireland
John Ireland
St. Paul
Philippines
America
Taft
United States
Washington
Vatican
Rock Island Railroad
Morris
St. Louis
Bloomington
Missouri
Muscatine Pythians See Record Iowa Membership Growth
Dr. Frank Porterfield grand chancellor of Iowa reports that last year’s Pythian membership in the state broke all records and he expects to exceed 30,000 this year. He says reaching that total would allow Iowa to send the maximum five delegates to the supreme lodge, placing the state on par with Ohio Pennsylvania and Illinois.
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Muscatine Pythians
Frank Porterfield
Iowa
Supreme Lodge
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Texas fever sparks cattlemen suits over railroad car contamination
In the Oquawka area Texas fever is blamed on cattle transported in unclean cars. Local cattlemen plan lawsuits against the Santa Fe railroad to recover damages, citing infection carried by ticks on infected cattle and lingering in cars.
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Oquawka
Santa Fe Railroad
Mayor Ames Resigns. Minneapolis Leader Steps Down
Minneapolis mayor Ames resigns and asks his brother, the police superintendent, to resign as well amid widespread criticism of their conduct in office.
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Ames
Minneapolis
Des Moines Prepares Lively Campaign for Republicans
Des Moines gears up for a vigorous campaign this year with extensive speaking engagements and abundant campaign literature as the state is considered safely Republican by a large margin.
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Des Moines
Giant 50 Foot Diameter California Tree Draws Sightseers
A 50 foot diameter tree found in California is believed to be the largest in existence. Located on government land, it will remain for visitors and sightseers to observe.
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California
Kipling Purchases Home to Escape Curious Visitors
Renaissance author Rudyard Kipling buys a new residence to avoid the crowds and sightseers who previously sought access to his former dwelling. The move aims to preserve privacy while continuing his literary work.
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Rudyard Kipling
Nebraska Seeks Notoriety Linking Tracy Report
Nebraska officials pursue attention with a statement suggesting a connection to Tracy, asserting possible ties within the state. The claim centers on public figures and local associations, stirring media and community interest.
May Yohe Forgives Captain Strong in Personal Rebound
Despite Captain Strong's notorious career, May Yohe declares she will follow him and forgive his past, signaling a public reconciliation and renewed affection.
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Captain Strong
May Yohe
Roosevelt to Speak on Cuban Reciprocity in Illinois Visit
It is expected that when President Roosevelt comes to Illinois this fall he will have something positive to say about Cuban reciprocity.
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Roosevelt
Illinois
Story County Father of Twenty Children Dies
Erick Sheidahl of Story County died recently at an unspecified age. He is noted publicly for fathering twenty children, a claim highlighted in the local obituary notices.
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Story County
Erick Sheidahl
The Iowa Way in Burlington Hawkeye Opinion
The Burlington Hawkeye contrasts the Iowa approach with Mr. Bryan's, arguing that harmony exists within one group in the state.
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Iowa
Iowa Hen Aims to Export 14 Million Eggs This Year
The Keokuk Gate City reports Iowa plans to ship roughly $14 million worth of eggs out of state this year. The piece rebukes a Sioux City Journal remark about the state’s poultry output, arguing money cannot cover all faults.
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Keokuk Gate City
Iowa
Sioux City Journal
The Right to Labor voiced in Marshalltown debate
The Marshalltown Times-Republican argues that law and order must govern, affirming the right of workers to strike while promising clearer boundaries between persuasion and coercion to protect those who labor by choice.
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Marshalltown Times - Republican
Odd waist blouse gains vogue for travel and ease
The feature notes a Liberty satin blouse with a long shoulder seam overlaid by a strap and a Gibson pleat to the girdle. It follows the Duchess model with a vest opening, tan stitched finish, and Corticelli silk details. Sleeves are tucked to the elbow then puff. The design aims for simplicity and easy coat removal.
The Tabernacle as Divine Dwelling and Symbolic Temple
The article portrays the tabernacle as Jehovah’s dwelling and a rich symbol of divine immanence. It details the ark, mercy seat, holy place, court, and furnishings, highlighting law, mercy, prayer, sacrifice, illumination, and baptism as core truths. It notes the people’s cooperative building effort and the awe of the cloud filling the shrine.
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Tabernacle
Jehovah
Israel
St. Paul
Horeb
Sinai
Old Fads Return as Riddles Provoke Newspapers
A playful note cites classic newspaper chestnuts and their witty responses from papers like St. Joseph News Keokuk Gate City Chicago Tribune Topeka Capital Kansas City World Des Moines News Mason City Times-Herald and Waterloo Courier. The gag highlights enduring humor in old phrases and readers’ quick replies.
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St. Joseph
Keokuk Gate City
Chicago Tribune
Topeka
Kansas City World
Des Moines News
Mason City Times-Herald
Waterloo Courier
Tabernacle Plans and Symbolism in Biblical Context
The speaker discusses the tabernacle and its relation to ancient temples Moses saw the plan in the Mount and perhaps in Egypt church buildings must fit the people and place tabernacle in the wilderness temple in Jerusalem log meeting houses for the woods and cathedrals for cities each acceptable to God Hebrews is described as the Holy Ghost’s commentary on the tabernacle and its services.
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Moody
Tabernacle
Moses
Mount
Egypt
Jeruslem
Cholly’s Idea and Panama Hat Saavy
A Cincinnati Commercial Tribune humorous note jokes about using a Panama hat as a money soak device. The speaker mentions having fifteen dollars and plans to soak the bonnet to clean soot and smoke. The quip plays on the hat as a lighthearted multi purpose item.
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Cholly
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Nomination Dialog Between Alphonse and Gaston in Iowa City
In Second District Iowa City Republicans a playful exchange centers on nominations for Congress. Alphonse urges Gaston to accept, while Gaston deflects saying the people demand his services.
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Alphonse
Iowa City
Gaston
Worried Mother Notes Charlie's Poker Pain
Washington Star reports Mrs Torkins fears for her son Charlie who fears his poker hands will cause deformity. The girl recalls avoiding golf and ping pong to protect him while he admits the poker hands he is getting are extremely painful.
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Washington Star
Charlie
At the Station a Quick Exchange
A traveler questions the ticket agent about many inquiries while the agent notes the ninety ninth query of the day, though it is still early.
Iowa Republicans Put Forward Roosevelt Loyalty Platform
The Iowa Republican platform praises national prosperity, endorses Theodore Roosevelt in 1904, backs Cuban reciprocity, lauds Philippine policy, defends tariffs and protection, supports anti-monopoly regulation, and endorses Governor Cummins while condemning Democratic race-based disenfranchisement. The resolutions celebrate McKinley’s death in a somber note, reaffirm party unity and progressive leadership.
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Iowa
United States
William McKinley
Roosevelt
Cuba
A. B. Cummins
Republican Party
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H. J. Mahin
Lee
Muscatine
Daily Journal
Acella
G. Loga Lacoste
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Kecklerville
Chayka'’s
West Muscatine
Sharrar’s
South Muscatine
Morse Washburn’s
Ol Ee Pomreom
Jackson Muscatine
Scott
Joe R. Lane
Cong
Dist. Com
W. B. Martin
Adair County
Auditor of State
B._F. Carroll
Davis County
Rhee
Pau Cc
W. Mullan
Rney
Black Hawk County
C. A. Bishop Polk County
Supreme Court
J. C. Crockett
Hardin County
W. W. Cornwall
Clay County
E. A Dawson
Bremer County
Borders
Nebraska
Tracy
Uts
the Tabernacle
Aaron
the Journal
Towa
Far East
Democratic Party
Cummins
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