Congressional Districts Represented by Elected Members
First District Thomas Hedge of Burlington leads as representative. Second District J N W Rumple of Marengo serves. Third District David B Henderson of Dubuque represents. Fourth District Gilbert N Haugen of Northwood serves. Fifth District Robert G Cousins of Tipton represents. Sixth District John F Lacey of Oskaloosa serves. Seventh District John A T Hull of Des Moines represents. Eighth District W P Hepburn of Clarinda serves. Ninth District Walters Smith of Council Bluffs represents. Eleventh District Lot Thomas of Storm Lake serves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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
Walters& Smith
Council Bluffs
Lot Thomas
Storm Lake
Electors at Large for Congress Second District Named
Electors at large listed include John N. Baldwin of Pottawattamie County Ole Roe of Johnson County and J N W Rumple of Iowa County for the Second District.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John N. Baldwin
Pottawattamie County
Ole Roe
Johnson County
Congress
J. N. W. Rumple
Iowa County
Local Election Candidates Named in County Ticket
For Auditor A C Noble of Goshen Township and for Clerk Charles Richman of Muscatine. Recorder C H Reesink, Attorney E P Ingham of Wilton, Supervisor D D Webster of Fruitland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Noble
Goshen Township
Charles Richman
Muscatine
C. H. Reesink
E. P. Ingham
Wilton
D. D. Webster
Fruitland
Vollmer's Loyalists Split as Democrats Clash Over Silver Stance
The Davenport Leader and Davenport Democrat dispute Vollmer's position on Bryan's silver policy. The Democrat opposes Bryan's plan while the Democratic ally argues the claim harms regular Democrats and their Silver Republican and Populist partners. Critics say Vollmer appears two faced, risking voter support in Muscatine and Jackson counties.
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Bezons
Vollmer
Davenport
Bryan
Congress
Muscatine
Jackson
Davenport Democrat
Darkey
Woodchucks
Capt. Rumple
Overconfidence Warned by Hanna in Chicago Speech
Senator Hanna, chair of the Republican National Committee, cautioned against overconfidence. He warned that four years of McKinley administration had fostered faith in institutions and urged Republicans to ready themselves for future work rather than rest on past comforts.
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Chicago
Hanna
Republican National Committee
United States
McKinley
Reversible Schurz and Bryan’s 1896 contrasts
The text recalls Carl Schurz’s 1896 warning about Bryan’s election and notes a Chicago speech from September 5 1896 predicting turmoil before a Bryan presidency. It contrasts Schurz’s alarm with later claims that Bryan’s stance echoes the past while Schurz has shifted.
Debs’s Stand and Social Democrats Eyeing Working-Class votes
The Burlington Hawkeye notes the Social Democratic party largely avoids Bryan support besides Republicans. Debs shows character, remains true to his party and program, and aims to mobilize many thousands of workers. Democrats spread a lie that he is in the pay of Republicans, which the paper says was exposed.
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Burlington Hawkeye
Social Democratic Party
Bryan
Debs
Press Opinions on Bryan Silver Issue and Lincoln Comparisons
Keosauqua Republican notes Bryan speaks little on adopting silver as payment while Secretry Gage hints at the stance. Keokuk Gate City mocks Bryan claiming Lincoln’s mantle but sees him as a montebank. Nonpariel chides Bryan for seeking a lifelong presidential bid versus term limits.
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Keosauqua
Keokuk Gate City
Bryan
Lincoln
Ingersoll
Moses
Montebank
The
Republic
Bryan Overworks Capital In Rivalry With Cleveland
A debate over political strategy features Mr. Cleveland using capital to advantage while Mr. Bryan accuses overwork. The exchange touches on government service and duty, with both figures expressing willingness to help and fears about future governance.
Montezuma Line Passenger Schedule Update
Traveler's Guide lists B. B. & N. MTSCATINE DIVISION trains to Montezuma with daily except Sunday passenger at 8 10 a m. and freight at 8 40 a m. Return from Montezuma shows passenger 7 10 p m and freight 6 0 pm.
A New Safety Match Promising Phosphorus Free Use
A long paragraph proclaims a phosphorus free safety match that can be manufactured with existing plant and machinery. It contrasts with traditional matches and notes advances in invention. It also extols Hostetter s Stomach Bitters as a fifty year standout for stomach ailments and warns of imitations. A private revenue stamp is shown on the bottle neck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iast
Nee
Hostetter
Republican Platform Resolutions Endorse McKinley and Policy
The Iowa Republican convention adopts a 1900 platform endorsing four years of policy vindication. It denounces monetary brinkmanship, calls for stable money, self government for new citizens, anti trust measures, and continued Republican leadership under McKinley. It lauds the administration and Congress and urges renomination and re election of McKinley.
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Republican Party of
Iowa
Republican Party
McKinley
Congress
Henderson
Senate
House
Delmar Journal Attacks Vollmer Over Free Coinage Stance
The Delmar Journal declares Vollmer opposes free coinage and asserts it would be better for Bryan to have a Republican in Congress from the district than an ally against his policy within his own ranks. Some doubt Vollmer’s sincerity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delmar Journal
Vollmer
Bryan
Congress
Lincoln vow in inaugural speech on government property
The inaugural address states Lincoln will use power to hold government property. Bryan opposes the presidential duty and pledges to press Congress for an extra session to cede U S territory if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Bryan
Congress
United States
Cure Constipation Forever with Cascarets Candy Cathartic
Advertising copy promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a remedy for constipation. It claims a 1c dose and offers druggists refunds if C C C fails to cure. The tone is promotional and direct to consumers.
Bryan Condemns Military Might Amid Memorial Ceremony
At Fort Wayne dedication Lawton tribute praised soldiers meeting standard while Bryan, cited by the Council Bluffs Nonpareil, warned that growing militarism risks national danger and liberties in political harangues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawton
Fort Wayne
Bryan
Council
Roosevelt speech cites Philippines annexation among territories
In a Detroit address Governor Roosevelt argues that the Philippines are part of American territory just as Hawaii, New Mexico, and Alaska are. He says there is no difference in their status and that they cannot be returned or abandoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Detroit
Philippines
Hawaii
New Mexico
Alaska
Esquimaux
Chicago Notes Reflect 1900s Political and Social Snippets
A mosaic of short items ranges from airship talk and Chinese marksmen to local curiosities and political commentary. It cites Bryan McKinley, Miss Susan B Anthony, and the Keyser speech with repeated I pronouns illustrating campaign rhetoric.
Maine Citizens Reject Reed’s Imperialism Echo
The former Maine statesman Thomas Brackett Reed faces strong local opposition as residents react unfavorably to his imperialism stance. The piece notes enduring regional sentiment against expansionist policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Brackett Reed
Maine
Adam Stamm Buys 325 Acres Near Letts For Farm
Adam Stamm has purchased 325 acres near Letts, acquiring 165 acres from Geo. Dodder and 160 from B. W. Lee. The Lee property includes three natural gas wells supplying gas for lighting and heating, plus a hot air engine to pump water for stock and other uses. Local residents note Stamm’s long search and commend the farm’s soil and location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Stamm
Letts
Geo. Dodder
B. W. Lee
Stamm
Lee
Lee Burr
Illinois
Nicholas Attig
Marston
George
Ern
Fountain
Gus. Kranz
Lon Hotz
No-To-Bac Promotes Tobacco Cessation Product
Advert declares No-To-Bac the wonder worker that makes weak men strong and helps quit tobacco easily. Claims cure guaranteed with booklet and sample free from Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
New York
Montreal
Displaced humor on church, clergy, and social manners
A terse observation notes that people take greater interest in others after misfortune while church members seeking a preacher draw less notice. The point contrasts public spectacle of suffering with quiet private faith and social status.
Davenport Rock Island and Northwestern Rail Schedule Update
The Davenport Rock Island and Northwestern Railway announces an effective June 1 schedule. Departures from Davenport include No 4 Clinton Omaha Chicago at 12 PM and No 6 Clinton Dixon Chicago at 2 45 PM. Arrivals at Davenport include No 1 Sioux City Omaha Clinton 7 20 AM and No 5 Cedar Rapids Clinton 6 45 PM.
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Tri-Cities
Chica Clinton
Davenport
Iowa
Cliinton
Parla
Aan
Chicago
Eka
Clinton
Omaha
Denver
O. Chicago
Belvidere
Rockford
Janesville
Madison
Wis
Neb
Cedar Rapids
Bloe Dixon
Sterling
L. ¥. Berry
Muscatine North & South Railroad Schedule 1900
Trains take effect 12:01 p m Sunday June 17 1900 with No 3 going south and No 1 north. Second class stations include Muscatine Roundhouse Fruitland Grandview Wapello Elrick Jet and service daily except Sunday. Connections: B C R N for Burlington and Youth and Iowa Central routes east west and north.
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Ly. Ly
Muscatine
Roundhouse
Fruitland
Grandview
Wapello
Elrick Jet
Burlington
Iowa Central
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Fisch
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J. W. Hagn
Ladies OF the Maccabees
Muscatine Hive
No. 13
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W. D. Hing
Mary EF. Peck
Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
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Pres
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First National Bank
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Inalc
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2D St
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Lowa
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H. J. Dean
Cook, Musser & Co
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Mully
McKinley and
the Muscatine Journal
John Mahin and Sons
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Journal Printing Co
WM. McKinley
Ohio
Theodore Roosevelt
W. B. Martin
Adair County
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Blackhawk County
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Fort Wedge
Pekin
Ilinois
Susan B. Anthony
Miss Anthony
OEA
Lone Tree
Davenport, Rock Island & Northewestern Railway Co
Muscatine North & South Railroad
ILS Catal A
Ilinois Central Railroad Company
Ead
Wiinese Central Nastraad Company
Wiinele Central
Egietere
Poreon
Stockhollers
Chicaes
SM N. m
W. G.fruen
Board of
A. G. Hackstafp
Illinois Central Railroad Company
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