Republican delegate convention for Iowa district
A Republican delegate convention for the 6th Judicial District of Iowa will meet at 11 a m on Wednesday June 1 1898 in the Oskaloosa court house. The purpose is to nominate three district judges and reorganize the district central committee. Representation mirrors the State convention and counties receive votes as allotted.
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Republican Party
6Th Judicial District
Iowa
Oskaloosa
Judicial Central Committee
Jasper County
Keokuka Mahaska Poweshick
Washington
F. L. Goeldner
W. A. White
W. O. McElroy
W. G. Jones
J. W. Carr
National Guard criticisms and resignations stir state concerns
The editorial denounces the government’s move to dismantle state National Guard organizations, urging restoration of officers and structure. It argues units are disciplined, ready, and mismanaged by regular army officials, threatening militia effectiveness and costing states money. It lists budgeted pay figures for state officers and predicts 25 to 30 percent savings under new control. It also notes John Sherman’s resignation after 40 years in public service, highlighting his roles as secretary of state and treasury and as senator.
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National Guard
John Sherman
the Treasury
Republic
Death of Chas Beverly editor noted as personal loss
The recent death of Chas Beverly editor of the Marshalltown Statesman Press is mourned by hundreds of friends across the state. He was a bright editorial writer known for forceful expression and original thought, whose career included Belvidere Republican and later Marshalltown Evening Press.
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Chas. Beverly
Marshalltown Statesman-Press
Beverly
Belvidere Republican
Evening Press
Marshalltown
Davenport Man Cremation Tale Sparks Port Royal Navy Docking Plan
A Skaguay trail incident ends with a dead man from Davenport cremated after relatives request. The tale includes a thaw joke about his remains. Separately Port Royal in South Carolina is designated to care for and repair ships of the home fleet damaged in action off Virginia Capes, with docking and overhaul access in all weather conditions.
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Skaguay
Davenport
Port Royal
S. C
Virginia Capes
Recopied paragraphs prompt gratitude and pledge
A humorous note pleads for proper credit as the writer calls out repeated swiping of paragraphs. The piece frames journalistic integrity and a resolve to improve quality while maintaining a light tone about recognition and modest ambitions.
Old South talk on Cuba and race in the era
The note contrasts Mrs. Jeff Davis's sympathy with the patriots and a belief that Cuba is a race of mulattoes with Fitzhugh Lee’s stance. It calls Lee a blue-blood Southerner, suggesting regional and racial tensions influence opinions.
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Cuba
Jeff Davis
Fitzhugh Lee
Fitz
Bryan cancels speeches until war ends
The political figure William Jennings Bryan drops all dates for campaign speeches until the war ends, saying the conflict overshadows issues like free silver, the Klondike, and baseball.
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William Jennings Bryan
Clements Sees Broad Support For District Judge Bid
W G Clements announces his candidacy for district judge and reports strong, unanimous backing from friends and supporters. The reply notes many encouraging assurances and widespread gratitude for the strong show of confidence.
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W. G. Clements
Weaver set for clear sailing in congressional nomination
Gen Weaver appears to have a straightforward path to the demo-pop nomination for Congress with Anderson of Oskaloosa the last remaining obstacle removed from the field.
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Gen. Weaver
Congress
Anderson
Oskaloosa
Populists Set State Convention for June 2
The populists announced a state convention on June 2 and plan an early start to occupy the entire road.
Newspaper costs rising hit cheap daily papers hard
The passage notes a near forty percent jump in print paper prices over the past month and mentions some dailies selling at prices that do not cover the cost of the paper itself.
Spring cleaning drive by Fine and Walton
Local notice announces a house cleaning effort led by Fine & Walton. The message lists a mailing box 762 and a P.O. box contact, indicating organization and contact details for participation.
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Fine & WaLpon
Best and cheapest trusses and loan offers
Dr Engle's offers trusses at low prices with money to loan at the lowest rates. Ads for 1725 Fugard & Brown and Wagley & Smead promote Weeks' Laxative Quinine Tablets with No Cure No Pay. A Great Rock Island route map of Alaska and Klondike region is advertised with free copies of The Gold Folder from John Sebastian G P A Chicago.
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Fugard & Brown
Wagley & Smead
Great Rock Island
Alaska
Klondike
John Sebastian
Chicago
Farm security plan offers optional payments after year one
Joe Cunningham outlines a ten year farm security program with optional payments starting after the first year. The proposal spans 15 to 30 units of time and emphasizes phased financial support for farmers during the transition period.
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Joe Cunningham
Newton Merchants Advertise To County Readers
The RECORD weekly highlights Newton merchants inviting county shoppers to compare ads for best value. Note to readers mention seeing the merchant’s advertisement in the Record when purchasing. For sale two lots on the east front four blocks from the square inquire Mrs Frank Osborn. See Mrs Wright’s display of new millinery.
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Newton
East Front
Frank Osborn
Fancy stationery and millinery openings in Newton
The Record Office offers a fine line of fancy stationery including wedding invitations and birth announcements. Mrs Wright showcases a successful millinery opening with a display of new and stylish hats available for viewing.
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Newton
Record Office
Local ads trumpet cheap stock and travel bargains
A collage of classifieds notes low prices on boards, coal, millinery and bicycle sundries. Offers include four papers plus the Code of Iowa for 2 dollars, and a bulk insurance line from Wright & Lufkin. Iowa Central Railway advertises cheap New Orleans roundtrip tickets with return within fifteen days.
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B. P. O. Ellis
New Orleans
Iowa Central Railway
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Lyanville
Ranches
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Wendt’s
Smead, M. D
Mershon Block
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Chas. Jasper
Iional Bank
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J. H. Lypay, Jr
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Geo. B. Hwunter
E. FE. Lyday
W.G. Clements
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Jasper County Bank
J. M. Wooprow
Frank Wilson
Dasper County Bank
South Side
Public Square
Interes
C. Meredith County
G. C. Ogg
Meredith & Ogg
North Side Square
Winslow
New Ramer Block
W. C. Melroy
W. G.clemen I's
A. A. Arnold
E. J. Salmon
Chancery
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Winn & Carrier
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Anna H. Joy
H.j.joy
Orrice
Fehleisen
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GAW
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Hemton Record
L. A. Andrew
Official County Paper
T. M. Rodgers
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Judicial Convention
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the National Guard
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Jasper & Sons
Cyclone Insurance
Wright & Lufkin
Eva Fay
Hargrave’s
Book Store
East Side
Record
Inter Ocean
Des Moines Register
New York Tribune
Newton Wheel
Opera House
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Hub
Arthur Sister
PEKRY
C. H. Jasper & Co
Iowa Central Depot
Osborne
Yellow Front Drug Store
East Side Square
Oliver
M. Vaughan
Maytag & Emerson
Spain
New York Weekly Tribune
the Record
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