Funk Interest Sought in Marshalltown Times-Republican
The Iowa senator Funk of Spirit Lake is negotiating to gain an interest and editorial control of the Marshalltown Times-Republican. McFarland, longtime editor now U S Consul at Nottingham, holds the controlling stake with Parrott as business manager and other locals owning the rest. It is reported a price has been named and a closing is anticipated as Funk awaits return from Europe.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
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Times-Republican
S. . McFarland
United States
Nottingham
Eng
Mc. Parrott
McFarland
Mr. McFarland
Lydia E. Pinkham
Cyclone death toll rises with two more victims
The storm aftermath lists two more deaths raising the toll from the Lieerelone cyclone. Aunt Amianison died after earlier expectations of recovery, and Peter Peder Son, aged 70, died after a week of intense suffering. Injured residents are reportedly out of danger as investigations continue.
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Amianison
Peter Peder
Crop Conditions Buoyed by Favorable Weather in Iowa
The Iowa Weather and Crop Bureau reports generally good conditions across the state. Grass is thriving, oats and barley show solid stands, and preparations for corn planting are underway with a strong start anticipated in early May. An expected rise in corn acreage follows winter wheat and clover losses, while the spring pig crop is likely lighter than last year.
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Iowa
Ruteawon
Naval
Women’s Clubs Grow in Iowa Federation
The Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs held its third biennial session at Burting toy First Presbyterian Church with 200 delegates. Grace Blythe reported on past events, Jessie Waite outlined clerical work, and 37 new clubs joined, totaling 181 in good standing with 5300 members. Treasurer Mabel Dixon presented finances showing resources 3181.59 and expenditures 25.05 with a balance of 388.
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Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs
First Presbyterian Church
Burtingtoy
Grace Blythe
Mason
Jessie B. Waite
Burlington
Regents May Tender Presidency to MacLean of Nebraska
A Des Moines register item notes potential government shift as Luther Regents may offer the presidency of Iowa State University at Iowa City to Chancellor MacLean of the University of Nebraska, amid a likely bid by Westman MacLean and Hutchins’s possible decline.
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Nebraska
Lowa State University
Lowa City
Harry B. Hutchins
Law Department
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Towa City
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Towa
University of Nebraska
Dewey Day Observed Across the United States
The first anniversary of Dewey's Manila victory is marked nationwide with memorials, banquets, and public ceremonies. Cities from Philadelphia to Chicago host gatherings. universities and clubs honor Admiral Dewey with speeches, parades, and special programs.
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Charles K. Ladd
Ashland Fellowship Club
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Coghlan
Citer
United States
Rinlex
Increase in Public Debt Shows Treasury Cash Rise
The monthly public debt statement for April 29, 1895, reports a debtless cash balance of 1 172 587 264 and a net treasury cash of 262 127 533 after accounting for demand liabilities. An increase of 29 051 701 for the month is attributed largely to a 20 million payment to Spain to settle treaty obligations. The debt totals 1 485 747 787, including interest bearing, noninterest bearing, and other categories, with certificates and notes offset by cash on hand.
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Treasury
Missing Lieutenant Gilmore among Filipinos' captives
Reports say Lieut Gilmore and at least nine of the Yorktown crew survived and are in rebel hands after attempting to relieve the Spanish garrison at Baler. Col Arguelles says sixteen American prisoners are held, including Gilmore, believed among the Yorktown party. MacArthur sent officers under a white flag with rations to the prisoners and proposed a prisoner exchange with Gen Luna. Capt Rockefeller may also be among the captives.
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Charles M. Rockefeller
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Flood Destroys Wisconsin Dams Along Eagle Nest River
Widespread flood damage reported as four dams on the Eagle Nest river in Wisconsin are carried away. Estimated losses run from $25,000 to $30,000 with millions of feet of timber swept downstream and river banks washed away. Towns fear further damage as water levels rise and residents stay alert around the river.
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Eagle Nest
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Menominee
Aboriginal Etiquette a Washington Street Car Lesson
A Washington Post excerpt describes Native American men guiding women to make space on a crowded Fourteenth Street car. A tall, blanket-clad Indian signals matrons to divide seats, enabling four men to sit. the others acknowledge with wary glances as gratitude fills their carriage. Also recounted is Irving M. Scott’s firm stand refusing a salary raise, later earning four times the offered amount after proving value and keeping his contract.
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Not Qualfied
The Rev W E Barton recalls why he did not enlist with General Custer as a youth. He nearly joined after a fatherly rebuke, recounting spring and fall troop passes near his Western town and a near enlistment prompted by desire and age.
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Funky Honeymoons In Eccentric Places Bandied In This Country
A look at peculiar honeymoons from Kentucky to Mont Blanc and Mam oth Cave. Tales include a brookville couple traveling for a Lang ing of Robert McLaughlin, a Mont Blanc ascent, and sixte en years ago two in Mam moth Cave. Also recounted is Constable the painter’s temper when a child damaged a painting, showing his gentle, corrective rebuke.
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Julian Charles Young
Hard to Deal With See here
A doctor tells a refractory patient I know what treatment your case requires. The patient retorts I’ve been an invalid for thirty years and won’t take advice. The exchange reflects stubborn attitudes in a Detroit Free Press excerpt.
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Anglo American Alliance at a Theater of Ancient Days
A British observer notes an American boasting of national accomplishments while an English wit counters with sardonic humor. Quotations reflect pride in being American and a proposed Anglo American alliance framed in light dialogue. Also included are details of Tunis theater archaeology showing stage trap doors, movable scenery, and mosaic floors. A short literary exchange about a son’s postgrad placement concludes the item.
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