Republican Delegate Convention in Muscatine County Announced
Muscatine county Republicans plan a delegate convention on Saturday June 6 1906 at 130 pm to choose 21 delegates for the state convention in August 1906 21 delegates for the second district congressional convention and 21 delegates for the Muscatine and Louisa district senatorial convention. Representation is one delegate per township ward and per twenty votes or fraction over ten cast for Theodore Roosevelt. County committee men will call caucuses to select delegates and county committee members for the upcoming term. Co W Kemble County Chairman Pro Tem.
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Muscatine County
Muscatine and Louisa
Theodore Roosevelt
Bloomington Township
Cedar Township
Fruitland Township
Fulton
bin Goshen
Pike Township
eSeleek - Seventy-Six
Rweetland Township
Wapsinonee Township
Wilton Township
Muscatine
WATW
Co. W. Kemble
Republican delegate convention called for Des Moines 1906
The Iowa Republican convention is convened in Des Moines on August 1 1906 at 10 30 am to nominate candidates for governor lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general supreme court judges clerk of supreme court superintendent of public instruction reporter of supreme court railroad commissioner and other business. Delegates are allotted by county and by votes for Theodore Roosevelt in 1904. George R Fastabroe is listed as a delegate from Des Moines.
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Iowa
Republicans of
Des Moines
Supreme Court
Supreme Court. For Superintendent of Public Instruction
Theodore Roosevelt
Four men released after Minnesota pardons for train robbery
The Minnesota board of pardons freed four men after seven years of a twenty year sentence for a Great Northern train robbery at Carlyle on November 10, 1898. They had solid alibis but tool evidence and a failed appeal misled juries until new proof tied the real suspects to the crime.
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Minnesota Board of Pardons
Great Northern
Carlyle
Line Thayer
Charles F. Hoffman
Homer S. Miner
James T. Hall
Moorhead
Supreme Court
St. Joseph
Minnesota
Praise for Dawson Echoes at Arlington Memorial
Albert F. Dawson Iowa congressman earns praise in national capital as he addresses the Army and Navy Union Memorial service at Arlington Cemetery. The Washington Star notes his call to unite army and navy and honor defenders of the flag with a patriotism lesson. He recalls Spanish American War valor and closes with a McKinley tribute.
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Albert F. Dawson
National Capital
Army and Navy Union
Arlington Cemetery
Washington Star
Dawson
A. F. Dawson
Iowa
Hemisphere
Davy Jones’ Locker
Mr. Dawson
President McKinley
Los Angeles Uses San Francisco Earthquake for Ads
The Los Angeles Express prints a seven column picture claiming Los Angeles slept during the April earthquake and offers free copies to send to friends in the east. The city seeks eastern sympathy and tourism trade while California markets its recovery.
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San Francisco
California
Los Angeles
Los Angeles Express
Express Business
Frisco
Pratt Denies Saying He Won’t Retire Until Ready
Senator Pratt of New York denies he said he would not retire from public life until he was good and ready. Observers note his strong grip on New York politics suggests he is in shape to keep his word if he chooses to run again.
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Pratt
New York
Fred C. Jones
E. St
N. W
Washington, D. C
Ice Crop Shortage Reflected in Cautious Winter Plans
The remark notes a milder ice crop last winter and contrasts it with a proverb about a town where residents face limits on luxuries, choosing between diamonds or ice water, highlighting scarcity despite wealth.
Meat trust exposure shows new developments this week
The ongoing meat trust exposure gathers momentum as investigators reveal new leads and potential connections between major processors and distributors. Regulators scrutinize pricing, sourcing practices, and possible antitrust implications across key markets.
Inspection Method Demands Real Audit of Packing Houses
The statement condemns the quality of packing house products as mirroring the morals of managers and urges the adoption of an inspection method that truly examines operations. It argues for thorough oversight to ensure legitimate practices and reliable outputs.
New York Professor Says He Can Cure Delirium Tremens by Sight
A New York professor claims he can cure delirium tremens by simply looking at the patient. The remark suggests a reversal of the usual belief that looks may prompt drinking rather than cure it.
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New York
Police judge bans clergy from streets after midnight
A New York police judge rules clergymen must stay off the streets after midnight claiming they should be at home. The question arises why this order would not apply uniformly to all men.
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New York
Iowa editor urges GOP to follow Presbyterians at Des Moines
One Iowa editor suggests Republicans in the state may imitate the Presbyterians who recently convened in Des Moines. The piece frames a political move as a prudent growth strategy for the party.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Cummins Noted as Losing GOP Nomination Prospects
The Clarinda Herald says Mr. Cummins will not be the Republican nominee and is beaten now. The Council Bluffs Nonpareil observes the governor may soon have more time for official duties.
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Cummins
The
Clarinda
Council
Race remark on leadership in horse contests
The Mason City Globe-Gazette notes that leading at the quarter pole does not guarantee victory, highlighting that races can change momentum and outcomes beyond the early pace.
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Mason City Globe-Gazette
Cummins Support Highlighted by Mason City Paper Allegiance
The Mason City Times-Herald, a pro Cummins paper, argues the Cummins men may have lacked the price or political leverage to secure influence. The comment frames the race as a contest shaped by resources and backing.
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Cummins
Mason City Times-Herald
Eldora Herald on Cummins Nomination Dismissal
The Eldora Herald reports that juggling figures will not nominate Mr Cummins. It will require real delegates in the state convention to nominate.
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Cummins
The
Eldora Herald
Emmetsburg Report On Reform Agitation Versus Practice
The Emmetsburg Reporter observes that reforms generate more positive sentiment while being debated than after they are implemented. It notes enthusiasm wanes as policy moves from airing ideas to actual execution.
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Emmetsburg
Cummins Faces Rocky Road Ahead in County Battles
The Castana Times notes Cummins must win tough county contests moving forward. It warns that gains will come only through hard fighting, signaling difficult campaigns ahead.
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Cummins
Castana Times
Organ in Des Moines Scolds Council Bluffs Nonpareil
The Cummins organ at Des Moines starts to scold, with the Nonpareil noting it may anger news into resuming publication. The quip hints at tension between the two papers and a playful jab at editorial stances.
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Cummins
Des Moines
Council Bluffs
Nevada Representative predicts path to defeat governor’s renomination
The Nevada Representative notes counties align in a way that allows a close observer to see where votes are coming from to defeat the governor’s renomination.
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Nevada
Governor's Record Questioned by Iowa Republicans
The Oskaloosa Herald argues that recalling the governor's political record deepens doubt over his suitability for the Iowa Republican endorsement.
Kretschmer Incident Sparks GOP Rifts in Cedar Rapids
The Cedar Rapids Republican questions the handling of the Kretschmer incident, suggesting Republicans are faulted for inaction while progressives pursued action. The piece contrasts reactions within the party and implies internal conflict.
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Kretschmer
Cedar Rapids
Kretschmer Withdraws From Iowa State Treasurer Contest
The Webster City Freeman Tribune notes the Republican Party of Iowa is fortunate that Fred Kretschmer has withdrawn from the race for state treasurer. It contrasts with the idea of him holding the office and mocks the idea of his candidacy.
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Republican Party of
Iowa
Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Fred Kretschmer
Keokuk Gate City Spotlights Iowa GOP Critics
The Keokuk Gate City quotes a Cummins pipe dreamers remark mocking first district Republicans for predicting chaos and reckless party behavior in Iowa.
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Cummins
Iowa
Keokuk
Boone Republican Questions Senator Allison over Kretschmer affair
The Boone Republican defends Senator Allison as blameless in the Kretschmer perfidy but urges him to act to clear up issues in his home county or risk GOP blame in Iowa.
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Allison
Boone
Iowa
Waterigo Courier Praises Cummins Amid Kretschmer Debate
In a strong show of support for Governor Cummins the Waterigo Courier denounces the Kretschmer affair. It argues that for each Cummins vote lost by the deal the governor should gain ten and predicts the third district will condemn the agreement. Only Bremer county would withhold its votes.
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Waterigo Courier
Gazette Sees Delegation Choice Danger in Nominating Conventions
The Cedar Rapids Gazette argues that allowing candidates to choose their own delegates shows the risk in nominating conventions. It suggests ironclad instructions as a remedy to prevent county support for any one candidate from inviting party wrath.
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Cedar Rapids
Charles City Intelligencer Notes Unprecedented Political Moment
The Charles City Intelligencer reports that there has not been a time since the governor entered politics that a moment with such significance has occurred. The piece emphasizes the unusual convergence of events and the potential impact on state governance.
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Charles City Intelligencer
Cummins Criticized For Anti Monopoly Campaign
The Intelligencer mocks Cummins for lacking transportation to state conventions and for posing as an anti railroad figure, calling his anti monopoly drive mere bash and noting insiders agree.
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Cummins
Cummins Campaign Uses All Powers, Atlantic Telegraph Says
The Atlantic Telegraph claims Cummins operates workers in every county and uses every power available to win county votes, asserting his broad political reach and machinery.
Herriott Seen as Tool in Political Feud
The Marshalltown Times-Republican frames Mr. Herriott as a manipulated figure to defeat the governor, while the Burlington Hawkeye notes potential willingness. It suggests Cummins supporters overwhelmed him in his county and forecasts efforts to seek revenge.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Herriott
Burlington
Campaign speech questions GOP unity and Cummins support
The Eagle Grove Eagle argues Cummins supporters cannot back Perkins if nominated and that many Republicans would withhold full support for any GOP nominee. The piece predicts a fractured Republican vote while Democrats may trim their nomination to a smaller base.
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Cummins
Eagle Grove Eagle
Perkins
Press views on irregularities in heated political campaign
The Sioux Davids Republican Press notes expected irregularities on both sides but says neither candidate personally approves such methods. It argues that in a heated campaign the candidates cannot be held responsible for all unfair acts by their partisans.
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Sioux Davids
Republican Press
Jackson County Republicans Endorse Roosevelt Aides And Cummins
The Jackson county Republican convention pledges support for Theodore Roosevelt’s policies and square deal principles. It commends Governor A B Cummins and endorses W C Hayward for secretary of state. The platform lauds Wm B Allison and Jonathan P Dolliver and favors continued rail rate legislation supported by Roosevelt.
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Dawson
Preston Times
Jackson County
Theodore Roosevelt
Washington
Iowa
Wm. B. Allison
Jonathan P. Dolliver
Congress
A. F. Dawson
A. B. Cummins
W. C. Hayward
Scott County
Republican Party
Roosevelt
Red Book Magazine June features diverse fiction and portraits
The June Red Book Magazine presents Rowland Thomas tale The King's Handy Man and William Hamilton Osborne story The Asphyxiation of the Gas Combine. It includes Fetters of Brass and O'Tander's Peace Conference, plus works by Nesbit, Kingsley Wallace, Fawcett and others. Twenty-eight stage portraits and Parisian costume plates open the issue, with Acton Davies’ Some Dramas of the Day and overall high artwork quality.
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Red Book Magazine
Rowland Thomas
Leo Westmeath Crane
Wilbur D. Nesbit
Acton Davies
Red Book
Aimee De Marsay Lost On L Ecume Revealed In Return
Armand and Raoul discuss past battles and loyalties amid rumors of Aimee de Marsay, last seen on L Ecume with Raoul, presumed lost after voyage to Paris and a convent education. Raoul faints as their talk reaches the ship’s ill fate and the Governor’s role.
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Armand
Quebec
Mon Ami
Bon Dieu
Ambroise Pelletier
Blondet
Raoul
Paris
Chateau
Aimee de Marsay
Aimee de Mareau
Peste
L’'Ecume
L’ecume
Rascal Roguin
Aimee
Armand Forcibly Reunites With Fainting Master
Armand Boucard arrives at a house seeking his old friend's heir after news of death shocks the pair. The household initially dismisses him as drunken robbers, but he insists the young master is alive and ill inside and demands entry to aid him, threatening to force entry.
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Armand
Fidette
Armand Boucard
Priceless collection of Ferepaugh Sells Circus opens June
The Enlarged Menageries of the Ferepaugh-Sells Circus Without Equal arrive June 2 featuring twelve acres of arena space for twelve thousand spectators. The display includes aerial rigs, two stages, three rings, a half mile track, and a vast menagerie exhibit praised as a natural history library of wild animals.
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Ferepaugh-Sells Circus
Adam Ferepaugh and
Sells Brothers
Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription touted for nervous disorders
An 19th century promotional piece extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for feminine health. It claims benefits for weak or overworked women, nervous exhaustion, and various female ailments, asserting safety and confidential medical correspondence from Dr. Pierce at the Invalids' Hotel and Surgical Institute in Buffalo New York.
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Pierce
Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute
Buffalo, N. Y
Masonic Lodges Announce Regular Monthly Meetings
Masonic Iowa Lodge No 2 A F and A M meets first Tuesday evening each month with W M A W Scott and Secretary S L Johnson. Washington Chapter No 4 R A M holds stated convocation second Friday monthly led by W H McCoy and EB B P S L Johnson. Webb Council Royal and Select Masters convenes third Thursday monthly at Stein's Music Hall with G D Lezotte and L Johnson as Recorder. De Molay Commandery No 1 holds regular conclave third Wednesday each month led by G D Lezotte and W H Graff as Recorder.
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Masonic
Iowa
A. F
A. M
A. W. Scott
W. M. S. L. Johnson
Washington
W. H. McCoy
M. EB
L. Johnson
Webb Council of Royal and Select Masters
Stein
Music Hall
G. D. Lezotte
T. J. M. L. Johnson
Er. DE Molay Commandery No. 1
B. C. W. HI. Graff
Pearl City Lodge
Fisch Hall
East Second Street
Sam Phillips
Louise Malsenbach
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Muscatine Aurin
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James Morris
Elma Scott
Second Street
J. W. Robinson
Howe
Er. H. Dolsen
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E. P. Day
Iowa Legion OF Honor
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Vv. Chenoweth
Mrs. & Co. Hopkinson
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Royal Neighbors OF America
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Maggie Klindolph
Muscatine Court
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Mirim Pfeiffer
Cora Parger
M. W
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S. M. Hughes
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