Republican Electors Delegate Convention Des Moines August 1
Delegates from Iowa will meet in Des Moines on Wednesday August 1 at 11 am to nominate candidates for state offices and electors. The convention will allocate representation by county and votes for governor Leslie M. Shaw in November. The circular lists county delegate totals and names the Republican State Central Committee chair H O Weaver and secretary W Phillips.
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Republican State Central Com
McKinley favored in several states. Bryan seeks midterm gain
The article analyzes 1896 electoral results and predicts current year shifts. It notes Kansas Kentucky and Maryland likely for Bryan, tallying a ten vote gain, needing thirty eight to win, and questions New York New Jersey Indiana and North Dakota changing sides. It emphasizes New York’s historical plurality and doubts about other key states.
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New Jersey
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Kinley
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Press opinions show party lines in early convention disputes
Dubuque Times notes Senator Quay withdraws a plan to base state representation on Republican vote, arguing the south would gain unfairly. Sac Sun mocks Democratic trust policy on Porto Rico sugar, while Fairfield Ledger cites Uncle Hod Boies voting Democratic “because he is a Democrat” and questions his past independence.
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Sac Sun
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Arkansas
Fairfield Ledger
Hod Boies
Shel by supervisors spark costly saloon drive riotous
Shel by county board of supervisors declares a saloon consent sufficient after deducting 231 names alleged to have moved since the last election. The move lets saloon proponents keep enough names on the statement of consent, provoking controversy.
Grain-O praised as substitute for coffee in letter
A.C. Jackson of Goshen New York writes Genesee Pure Food Co. LeRoy praising Grain-O as a coffee substitute. He notes he tried it at home and finds Grain-O as good as the best java and mochas they have used, sending respectful regards.
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A.C. Jackson
Negro Teachers Advance at Georgia State Conference
Augusta Georgia June 26 the Georgia State Teachers Association convention is in session Topics include Negro Education in Georgia and What is Being Done A large number of negro teachers attend and discuss actual conditions in education and plans for remedying evils found
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Augusta
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Georgia State Teachers Association
Georgia
Stop that cough right away with Lightning Cough Cure
An ad promotes Lightning Cough Cure as a quick remedy for coughs. The brief copy highlights rapid relief and urges immediate use. The offer appears in a compact marketing fragment likely from a vintage ad page.
Climate and Crop Service Weekly Crop Bulletin
The week’s weather was generally favorable for crops with uneven rainfall and some wind squalls and hail. Corn progress is strong and nearing completion by July 1, while oats wheat and barley benefit from cool nights. barley harvest begins soon and clover cutting varies by region. apple conditions show decline in central and southern sections.
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Horticultural Society
Grandview News Notes and Local Arrivals
Mr Bridges sold Arch McGrew a new binder. Will Kelley shipped a load of hogs last week. Dr Higeley visited Columbus Junction Friday. Mrs A Thomas of Wapello visited here Friday. Aug Judish of Davenport visits Peter Haas. A heavy rain last week benefited crops. Bishop Sanford preached at United Evangelical Church Sunday evening. Fred Huffman of Wisconsin visiting his parents at James Eavens. Dowell Hypnotic Entertainment Co of Muscatine will perform June 26 and 27. Harry Gertz of Muscatine visited J J Stingle and left with Miss Vinnie Stingle. Clarence King Ed McGrew Willis Thompson arrived from Muscatine after a week’s work. School board engaged teachers for next year Miss Williamson and Miss Johnson.
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United Evangelical Church
Fred Huffman
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Dowell Hypnotic Entertainment Co
Muscatine
Harry Gertz
J. J. Stingle
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Ed. McGrew
Willis Thompson
Miss Williamson
Island
Miss Johnson
Columbus City
Allen's Foot Ease Promises Quick Comfort for Shoes
Ladies can wear smaller shoes after using Allen's Foot-Ease powder that loosens tight shoes and relieves coins bunions and blisters. It claims instant relief for swollen feet and sore spots, cures sweating and hot aching feet, with free trial by mail from Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen S. Olmsted
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Spectacle Parade Promotes Forepaugh Shows with Consolidation
A morning procession of immense scale will precede the two Great Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers shows. The parade is free and promises spectacular splendor with elephants, a royal cavalcade, a menagerie, ornate chariots, and exotic participants. Low excursion rates will enable wide attendance of America’s greatest shows consolidated.
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Sells Brothers
Cleopatra
America
Hood's Sarsaparilla Appetite Remedy Ad
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a stomach tonic that restores appetite for people who struggle to eat. It claims the tonic offers quick relief, makes food nourishing, and improves overall digestion with each dose.
Colorado Fencing Contest Opens in Denver
The Fencers League of Colorado begins its first annual medal competition in Denver today. Four medals will be awarded: best and second best in fencing and best and second best with sabers.
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Denver
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Fencers League of Colorado
Lorillard Bankruptcy Hearing Resumes in New York
The Jacob Lorillard bankruptcy case heard before referee Prentiss was resumed. Claims totaling several hundred thousand dollars were recently allowed amid objections. An effort is underway to bring the case before Judge Brown of the United States Circuit Court for appointment of a referee.
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Jacob Lorillard
Prentiss
Brown
United States Circuit Court
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