Political ticket slate with state officers and candidates
The ticket lists WM McKinley as President from Ohio and Theodore Roosevelt as Vice President from New York. Also named are W B Martin for Secretary of State from Adair County G S Gilbertson for State Treasurer from Winnebago County W Mullan for Attorney General from Blackhawk County Fr F Merriam War Auditor from Delaware County Emlin McLain for Supreme Court Judge from Johnson County and D J Palmer for Railroad Commissioner from Washington County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WM. McKinley
Ohio
Theodore Roosevelt
New York
G. S. Gilbertson
Winnebago County
W. Mullan
Blackhawk County
Fr. F. Merriam
Delaware County
Supreme Court
Emlin M’clain
Johnson County
Congressional District Assignments Listed for Iowa
The first nine districts list representatives Ern Hedge of Burlington J N W Rumple of Marengo David B Henderson of Dubuque Gilbert N Haugen of Northwood Robert G Cousins of Tipton John F Lacey of Oska loosa John A T Hull of Des Moines Wm P Hepburn of Clarinda and lawmaker Lot Thomas of Storm Lake named for Eleventh District.
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Thomas Hedge
Burlington
J. N. W. Rumple
Marengo
David B. Henderson
Dubuque
Gilbert N. Haugen
Northwood
Robert G. Cousins
Tipton
John F. Lacey
Oskaloosa
John A. T. Hull
Des Moines
Wm. P. Hepburn
Clarinda
Walter IL Smith
Council Bluffs
Lot Thomas
Storm Lake
Electors-at-Large Named for Congressional District Race
Electors at large include John N Baldwin of Pottawattamie County Cle Roe for Congress Second District and J N W Rumple of Iowa County as part of the slate.
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John N. Baldwin
Pottawattamie County
Cle Roe
Johnson County
Congress
J. N. W. Rumple
Iowa County
County Ticket Names for Local Elections
Aucitor A C Noble of Goshen Township stands for county attorney. Clerk Charles Richman of Muscatine seeks the office. Recorder C H Reesink runs. Attorney E P Ingham of Wilton seeks the post. Supervisor D D Webster of Fruitland appears on the ticket.
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Aucitor
A. C. Noble
Goshen Township
Charles Richman
Muscatine
C. H. Reesink
E. P. Ingham
Wilton
D. D. Webster
Fruitland
Local Officials Named in Election Slates
For Justices H. S. Howe and F. W. Eversmeyer for Constables John Richley and Wm. Schoenig for Clerk J. E. Coe for Assessor David Vanatta and for Trustee Wm. Van Zyl listed in the official slate.
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H. S. Howe
F. W. Eversmeyer
John Richley
Wm. Schoenig
J. E. Coe
David Vanatta
Wm .van Zyl
Social Democrats Secure Lloyd for Ottumwa Address
The Ottumwa Social Democratic Party Club No. 9 brings Charles A. Lloyd of Muscatine to Taylor hall for a Saturday evening talk on October 27. Lloyd seeks the elector at large seat on the Social Democratic ticket and is regarded as a speaker of notable ability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
Social Democrats
Charles A. Lloyd
Muscatine
Taylor Hall
Lloyd
Social Democratic
Social Democratic Party Club No. 9
Iowa Ballots Set to Reach 20x22 Inches for Fall Election
The November ballots will measure no smaller than 20 by 22 inches and may be larger depending on county tickets certified by the State auditor. Seven state and national tickets will appear: Republican, Democratic, Social Labor, Social Democratic, People's, Prohibitionists, and United Christian, making it the largest ballot printed in Iowa.
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Social Labor
Social
Democratic
People’s
Prohibitionists
United Christian
Iowa
Wages in Harvey Illinois Rise Sharply in August
The Harvey Tribune Citizen reports August wage totals in Harvey Illinois show 1896 at 21 900 versus this year at 98 100, a gain of 76 200. The piece cites McKinley’s remark favoring opening mills to American workers over silver from abroad.
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Harvey (Ill
Roosevelt Speech Flags Political Split Over Army Bill
Governor Roosevelt spoke in Evansville Indiana condemning the Kansas City platform and noting that the army expansion bill was Senate introduced by Missouri's Mr Cockrell, a Bryan supporter, and passed by half the Democrats in Congress. The remark labeled the issue as prior to the platform raising national flag dishonor concerns.
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Roosevelt
Evansville
Ind
Senate
Cockrell
Missouri
Bryan
Congress
Kansas City
Kentucky Senator backs McKinley amid Goebel law fears
United States Senator Lindsay of Kentucky declares support for McKinley. He argues a fair election will defeat Bryan in Kentucky but warns Bryan supporters plan to steal the result via the Goebel law. He says the opposition seeks to overturn the people's will while claiming to favor consent of the governed.
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United States
Lindsay
Kentucky
McKinley
Bryan
German-Americans Back McKinley in Baltimore Address
The Baltimore American lists 600 German-Americans supporting McKinley. In a public address the speakers argue that Bryan's election would cause fear distrust and uncertainty harming business comparable to enacting free silver legislation.
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Baltimore
McKinley
Bryan
Roosevelt Rebukes Republicans Over Dollar Rule
Theodore Roosevelt told Cleveland audiences the Republican party has tied the man and the dollar since March 4, 1897 and forced the man to decide whether the dollar goes in front or behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevelt
Cleveland
Republican Party
Bryan Promises to Abolish Trusts if Elected
The speaker argues Bryan’s pledge implies he would seize legislative and judicial powers, labeling such a move imperial and anti democratic. The claim frames the promise as a step toward autocratic rule.
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Bryan
New York
McKinley Predicted to Win by Major Dailies
The Washington Post and New York Herald, both Democratic-leaning papers, concur in predicting McKinley’s election victory. Each paper treats the race as settled in his favor, signaling broad party alignment and public confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Washington Post
New York Herald
McKinley
Foraker predicts McKinley gains in Ohio race
Senator Foraker estimates Ohio will double its 1896 plurality for McKinley to about 110000 votes, widening his lead over Bryan.
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Foraker
Ohio
McKinley
Bryan
World declares Croker has made Democratic success impossible
The New York World asserts that Ross Croker has rendered Democratic success in New York unattainable, framing his actions as decisive against the party’s prospects in the state.
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The
New York World
Ross Croker
New York
Press Opinions and Political Remarks Across Local Pages
The Courier notes opinions on Hanna’s appearance and jokes about horns while Clear Lake and surrounding items feature discussion of President McKinley’s reelection prospects. Harrison comments on prosperity aiding Republicans with a rare job market contrast and a Vindicator note on saloons and prosperity hints at local forecasts.
Registration Days Set This Week For Voters
Thursday Friday and Saturday are registration days. Every voter must register. Boards will be in session from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on each day. Register Thursday if possible.
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Boards
Housing Demand Drives Rush to Find Rentals
The text notes many new houses built and continual arrivals from outside seeking rentals. Some newcomers store furniture and rent rooms while cope with scarce housing. Authorities foresee tripling house construction next year.
Hanna’s Joke Turns on Imperialism and a Failing Fool
A joke from Mark Hanna features two sheriffs with lunatics on a train. One man reveals his fate as Columbus asylum bound, while the other admits his trouble is imperialism driving him mad. The punchline: the second man is deemed only a fool for blaming imperialism.
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Mark Hana
Republican
Hanna
Ohio
Columbus
Crazy Man No
Advertising Principles for Farm Publications
The piece urges choosing articles that endure and appeal to readers, acting as advertisements in themselves. It stresses that compelling content builds demand and compounds advertising value, and notes that confidence and nerve are needed to buy ad space.
Bryan's New Jersey Tour Draws Big Crowds and Buzz
Bryan's first New Jersey swing drew massive crowds and vivid scenes from Washington Park to Jersey City. He delivered fifteen speeches in one day, with Princeton students packing the Junction and a barouche tour through Jersey City accompanied by a marching club. Police struggled to protect him as enthusiastic throngs filled streets and halls late into the night.
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Jersey City
N. J
Bryan
New Jersey
Washington Park
Philadelphia
Riverside
Burlington
Trenton
Princeton Junction
New Brunswick
Elizabeth
Marion
Princeton College
Jersey
St. Joseph's Hall
the Tabernacle
St. Peter's Hall
St. Michaels’ Hall
California's population tops 1.485 million in 1900
The census shows California reaches 1,485,053 residents in 1900, up from 1,208,130 in 1890. Other items note lynching in Georgia over a hunter’s shot, Weyler’s boast, Langley on Zeppelins, and various sensational short items across the nation with names and places.
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California
Republican Meetings Planned Across Iowa Campaign Dates
Campaign gatherings listed by place and date with speakers. Muscatine Oct 26 Lane and Curtis. Nov 1 A B Cummins. West Liberty Oct 25 J N Baldwin and J N W Rumple. Lake Township Lucas Grove Oct 26 Giesler and Kemble. Atalissa Oct 25 Jas M Bronto. Lake Township Lucas School House Oct 26 J L Giesler and John Kemble. Seventy Six Township Oct 25 A S Lawrence and J W Waterman. Wilton Oct 27 J N W Rumple and W L Roach. Moscow Oct 29 Jacob Hanck. Montpelier Oct 30 W L Roach.
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Lake Township
Lucas
J. L. Giesler
John Kemble
Seventy-Six Township
A. S. Lawrence
J. W. Waterman
Ward Meetings Placed Across Local Halls
Three ward clubs convene weekly at K P dance hall with first ward on Monday. Second ward gathers Friday, third ward on Thursday, and fourth ward on Monday at Stewart's Hall.
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K. P
Stewart's Hall
Georgia Showers and the Hidden Dangers of Dyspepsia
The piece describes sudden Georgia showers as brief, dramatic storms that end with calm sun, then warns of chronic indigestion and dyspepsia. It recommends Hostetter's Stomach Bitters to strengthen the stomach, improve sleep, and restore health, claiming nothing else is as good.
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Georgia
Hostetter
Penn and Chicago Saturday clash in key gridiron meeting
Twenty four players along with Coaches Stagg and Kennedy and trainer Conibear traveled from Chicago to Philadelphia for a big game. The Maroons seek to restore their reputation as knights of the gridiron while Pennsylvania has been practicing Chicago formations and aims to counter all Chicago plays by Saturday.
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Penn
Chicago
Stagg
Kennedy
Conibear
Quaker City
Maroons
Knights of
Editorial urging young voters to support the Republican ticket
A. F. Demorest advises young men to study U S history since the Republican party's founding. He argues prosperity rests with Republicans and urges voting against Bryan over imperialism militarism gold standard and trusts to secure prosperity and defense. He promises a silver dollar and brighter prospects with McKinley.
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A. F. Demorest
Republican Party
Bryan
McKinley
Roosevelt in Upstate New York Fires Up Crowds
Closing Rosevelt campaign speeches in Auburn and Syracuse drew large crowds amid lively interruptions. Roosevelt asserted canal administration in New York is honest and efficient, while responding firmly to questions about Metcalf and state projects.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Auburn
Roosevelt
Metcalf
ID. M. Osborne
Bryan
Clash At Valley Field Mills Leaves Injured In Quebec
Montreal dispatch says a clash at the Valley Field Cotton mills involved strikers and Light infantry. Fifteen strikers were injured, two soldiers and one striker possibly fatally. About 100 militia were deployed to maintain order amid a year long strike.
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Montreal
Valley Field
Exposition Express Leaves Buffalo At 8 P M
The Exposition Express departs Buffalo at 8:00 P M aboard the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Passengers enjoy lux sleeping cars and a swift evening journey.
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Buffalo
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Exposition Express
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the Muscatine Journal
John Mahin and Sons
Muscatine Town
Journal
Journal Printing Co
Jodce Om
Mpany
W. B. Martin
Adair County
D. J. Palmer
Washington County
Congressional
Clear Lake
Harrison
Benjamin Harrison
Esterville Vindicator
Antis
Weyler
Langley
Jack the
Mary Murray
EB. F. Pavis
H. Didisheim & Bros
American Steel and Wire Company
Worcester
Mass
Gustav
Sweden
Norway
Rosslyn Ferrell
Marysville
George Eastman
First National Bank
Platteville
Wis
Wilhelmina
Duke Henry of
Meckleberg-Schwerin
Roberts
South Africa
Lane and Curtis
A. B. Cummins
West Liberty
J. N. Baldwin
Moscow
Jacob Hanck
Montpelier
W. L. Roach
Muscatine Ward
Bradfield Regulator CO
Atlanta
East Second ST
F. A. Neidig
People
Lee
Electric Light & Power Company
East Second Street
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