Democratic State Convention Called for August 7 1906
A Democratic delegate convention of Iowa is called to meet at Water Yan on Tuesday August 7 1906. The gathering aims to nominate candidates for state offices to be voted on November 6 1906 and conduct other proper business. Representation adds two delegates per county plus one per 200 votes and fraction above 200 for Parker in 1901, Marion County thus eligible for thirteen. Committees urge complete county and township organizations before the convention and reports with credentials. By order of the State Committee Des Moines May 18 1906 S B Morrissey Chair C W Miller Secretary.
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Alton B. Parker
Marion County
Des Moines
Iowa
Democratic County Convention at Marion county Knoxville July 25
Democratic count delegates to state Waterloo August 17 and congressional judicial conventions to be named. Basis: one per precinct plus one for each twenty Parker votes. Precincts listed with votes and delegates. precinct caucus reminders and date July 14. voters endorsing democratic principles invited. By order of county central committee.
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Marion County
Waterloo
Alton B. Parker
United States
Dallas
Newhbern
Durham
Tracy
Eeeseeeye
Bussey
Sseevers
Hamilton
Marysville
Bramklines
Flagler
Knoxville Township
Knoxville—ist
Lake Prairie
Pella—ist
Pleasant Grove
POLK
Red Rock
Summit
Swan
Union Wise Cree
Washington
County Central, Committee
J. OC
Sniff
Century Split Pre-Counter Distress Sparks News Fight
The era’s political clash grows intense as the Pre-Counter Distress and the P-ville News clash over coverage during the governorship contest. A quoted Washington Gazette remark signals nonviolent protest while signaling opposition to Cummins' nomination.
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Perkins Thunder
Perkins and Cummins Campaign Claim Fairness
The P ville News says Perkins and Cummins teams run honest campaigns and promise a quiet Potomac. The writer believes Bro Wingfield is training to apply to join the Judge, signaling upcoming developments.
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P-ville
Perkins
Cummins
Potomac
Wingfield
One Hundredth Anniversary Reunion in Pella
The Herald notes the nation's upcoming anniversary and urges attendance at a family reunion in Pella next Wednesday. The report mentions President remarks and a sense of celebration across communities.
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Pella
Condemned Brick Building Still Occupied in Pella
A brick building in Pella, condemned as unsafe over a year ago, remains occupied and in use. Residents question why it isn’t vacated until the inspector approves repairs, arguing it risks lives to protect an estate’s funds.
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Pella
Newton council funds for fire department tournament trip
The Newton city council approved 250 dollars to cover expenses for local volunteer firefighters attending the state firemen's tournament at Clinton. The motion praises the benefit of exposing volunteers to how salaried crews operate and suggests the Pella fire department should receive the same opportunity.
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Newton
Clinton
Pella
Fourth of July Celebration Reflections on Patriotism
A public reflection notes that Independence Day gatherings draw people nationwide next Wednesday and that commercialism is supplanting genuine patriotism. The piece laments celebrations driven by profits and urges a return to the true spirit of national independence.
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United States
America
Bryan Likely Democratic Candidate For 2008 Presidency
The Nevada Watchman argues there is little doubt William Jennings Bryan will be the Democratic candidate in 2008. It urges Democratic papers to unite and support Bryan, praising him as a statesman and noting labor support and discontent with the current political climate. It predicts Bryan will win and that workers will align with him.
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Nevada
William Jennings Bryan
Iowa
Republican Party
Bryan
United Front For
United States
Garfields probe weighs heavy penalties on shippers
The Garfield investigations reportedly uncovered 2000 illegal ship ments via a single railroad, suggesting potential fines in the millions. Observers note such penalties could surpass the Chicago Burlington & Quincy court fine of 800,000 and argue imprisonment might better deter unlawful rebates by carriers and common carriers.
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Standard | Oil Company
Ansert
Garfield
Chicago
Burlington & Quincy
Democrats Gearing For Tight Iowa Governor Fight Says Oskaloosa Times
The Jasper county gathering at Newton shows Democrats united behind no nominee, while Republican splits loom large. Governor Cummins and liberal reformers face a fierce battle for delegates, with stand patters and progressives both warning of sharp tactics. The piece argues Democrats, led by Judge Wade of Iowa City, could gain power as turmoil erupts in the GOP.
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Jasper County
Newton
F. L. Maytag
Perkins
Cummins
Iowa
Policicions
Republican Party
Judge Wade
Iowa City
Oskaloosa Times
Bryan and Republicans Face Nomination Question
Fremont Tribune quotes uncertain path for William Jennings Bryan in a Republican convention. Proponents favor a Bryan nomination if reform principles prevail, while insiders fear vested interests and railroad financiers shaping the ticket. Possible alternatives mentioned include Fairbanks Shaw Root and Waraba.
Progressive Republicans Back Bryan In Nebraska
The passage argues that the progressive wing of the Republican Party in Nebraska aligns with William J. Bryan on direct primaries and the popular election of senators. It contends that most Nebraska Republicans share Bryan’s political aims and questions why he should not be the Republican nominee if voters succeed in freeing the party from plutocratic influence.
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Fairbanks
Shawy
Bryan
Nebraska
William J. Bryan
Nerve and tariff timely call for extra session
The Uskaloosa Times argues Secretary Shaw fixed the time for tariff revision and urges an extra session of Congress after the 1908 presidential election to avoid business disruption before the next election. It lauds his nerve while contending a Republican president won’t call it.
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Shaw
Congress
Republican Party
Uskaloosa Times
Langerak's Drug Store Ad Promotes Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tur Syrup
An elderly style drugstore ad advertises Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tur cough syrup claiming it eases constipation and cough. The note emphasizes that the product contains no opiates and is sold at Langerak's Drug Store.
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Kennedy
Langerak
Who pays for the supplements in local papers
Questions arise over funding for space allocated by Tri-County Press and Pleasantville News for Mr. Perkins. The query asks who bears the cost of these extensive supplements published over the past month.
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Tri-County Press
The
Pleasantville News
Perkins
Sunday closing law inquiry in Missouri and Iowa druggists
Reports from Missouri describe Sunday closing enforcement as tough on drug stores and saloons. Police acknowledge druggists sell intoxicants and some run wine rooms behind prescriptions. A state law requiring monthly affidavit of intoxicating prescriptions is proposed to curb abuse. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve advertises at Langreks Drug Store as a trusted remedy.
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Missouri
Towa
Kansas City
Des Moines
Iowa
Fourth Street
Register and Leader
DeWitt
DeWitt’s
Langerak's
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