Bishop F W Bishop elected lieutenant colonel of 54th Iowa Guards
Major F. W. Bishop of Muscatine won the 54th regiment Iowa National Guard lieutenant colonel post by 133 votes over Major Lambert of Newton. The decision followed a two-candidate race after Dunlap withdrew in Bishop’s favor. Officials noted Bishop’s examination and commission forthcoming, with congratulations from Major Lambert and Newton officers.
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54Th Regiment
F. W. Bishop
Iowa National Guard
Bishop
Muscatine
Lambert
Newton
Kennedy
Dalzell
Bishop Lambert
Davenport
Washington
Centerville
Oskaloosa
CUE
Burlington
Sowrogny
Ccccian
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Jemccue Bo
Pairfield
Couawer Caccecs
WBRL
J. Lsmeenk
Captain of Company C candidate gains loyal support
Major Bishop's record highlights a long military career with service in the 2nd Illinois National Guard and 2nd United States Infantry. He served as captain of Company C, 2nd Iowa National Guard, and rose through ranks to major, with notable wartime duties in the Spanish American War and Dakota campaigns. He emphasizes this being his first election with no opposition.
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Bishop
Muscatine
Spain
2Nd
Illinois National Guard
United States Infantry
Dakota
Iowa National Guard
Iowa Volunteer Infantry
54Th Regt
Grand Christmas Ball at Hare's Hall Dec 25 1902
The Champion Hose Co hosts a Christmas ball at Hare's Hall on December 25 1902. A good time is promised and the public is urged to support the group and attend.
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Hare's Hall
Champion Hose Co
Rudolph Schmidt Acquires Fine New Piano for Home
Rudolph Schmidt has delighted his pleasant home with a beautiful fine new piano, adding a refined touch to daily life and entertaining guests with musical evenings.
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Rudolph Schmidt
Mascagni Cancels American Tour In Illness
The famed composer Mascagni plans to return to Italy after illness and financial troubles end the Mascagni opera company's American tour. Managers report no official statement and anticipate further cancellations as Mascagni remains ill in Chicago.
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Mascagni
Muscatine
Kemble
Davenport
Burlington
Europe
America
Sig. Mascagni
Count Rozwadowski
Chicago
Goldzier
Mascagni Opera Company
Italy
New York
Auditorium Annex
J. E. G. Ryan
Joseph E. G. Ryan
Wabash
Keokuk
Richard Heard
Some City Politics and Policy Nagging Debate
An observer notes opposition criticism of the city administration as nagging and hints at unfounded insinuations. He argues funds are not overdrawn, explains bank overdrafts, and defends the council’s committee of the whole as standard practice. He contends last meeting’s actions are fully reflected in the proceedings.
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Muscatine
Congress
Breckon Nominated by Chicago Socialist Party for Mayor
Charles L Breckon a former Muscatine man and printer led a socialist mayoral bid in Chicago after long- standing union support He spoke on a platform that blames capitalism for wage worker poverty and vows to push working class interests through ward committees and central coordination Breckon welcomed the convention outcome and pledged thorough ward coverage for the campaign
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Chicago
Muscatine
Charles L. Breckon
Congress
Atlanta
Socialist Party
Chicago Tribune
Charles L. Brecken
Socialists Aim for Big City Victory in Ward 33 Bid
During the campaign organizers express belief in a fair chance to elect aldermen in four wards led by Ward 33. They note last year’s citywide socialist vote near 6,000 and project this year’s total could reach 35,000.
Salvation Army Seeks More Sup plies for Christmas Dinner
The Salvation Army asks for more suitable donations to furnish Christmas dinner for the city’s poor. Contributions are welcomed at 116 Walnut Street and should arrive before Wednesday evening to allow packing for distribution Thursday morning.
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Salvation Army
Walnut Street
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Major Bishop
Company C
Major Lambert
Major Dunlap
Dunlap
Guard Service
Mme. Mascagni
Court Rozwadowski
Atlantic
Aion Company
Co. L. Breckon
Salee
China
Dillaway Crockery Store
L.cohn
Allatan S. & L. Cohn Saving
Floris Tigieeses
Nelson & Roseleaf
John
West Second St
B. E. Lilly's Dry Goods Store
Hine Bros
East Second Street
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