Post-office Notice from Boyden Second Class Matter
A brief postal notice indicates mail matter entered at Boyden Post Office and classified as second class.
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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1900
Page
2
A brief postal notice indicates mail matter entered at Boyden Post Office and classified as second class.
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John Jongwaard announces his candidacy for County Recorder pending approval by the County Republican Convention. Ames W Waite also announces his bid for County Recorder subject to the Republican County Convention.
The Republican delegate convention for Iowa's Eleventh District will meet in Storm Lake on Wednesday July 25 1900 at 11 am to nominate a congressional candidate. Representation is by one delegate per county plus one for each 200 votes or major fraction for former governor Leslie M Shaw. counties listed include Buena Vista Plymouth Cherokee Sac Sioux Dickinson Woodbury Ida Lyon Monona O Brien Osceola and others totaling 137 delegates.
Iowa Republicans convene in Des Moines on August 1 1900 at 11 a m to nominate candidates for Secretary of State Auditor Treasurer Attorney General Supreme Court Judge Railroad Commissioner electors at large and per district and to handle other business. Representation equals one delegate per county plus one for each two hundred votes or fraction of one hundred for Leslie M Shaw in 1899. Lyon Osceola O Brien Sioux listed with totals. H O Weaver chairs.
The obituary honors John H Gear a prominent Iowa figure and U S Senator. He rose from modest beginnings in New York and Minnesota to Burlington Iowa where he built a large general store business. He served as Burlington mayor and held multiple Iowa legislative roles including governor and speaker of the House. He later secured a Senate seat. He was a champion of the common people.
A respected leader described as forceful and decisive is buried in Butlgiod City. His passing triggers anticipated political jockeying as aspirants seek the vacant office, with Gov Shaw and Lieut Milliman as possible targets for a governor or U S Senate seat. Hull Dolivar and Cummins head the race amid statewide attention to the national ticket.
The Hospers Banner debuts under G. L. Hurd editor of the Bee from Rock Valley. Hospers gains a superior local paper with the editor handling editorials, promising influence in local politics and plans for town uplift through improved business support.
James Waite of Hawarden attended the convention to assess his nomination chances for County Auditor. He does not seek Sheridan delegation support but aims to acquaint with local Republicans and would seek loyal backing if nominated.
Uncle John Connell, a longtime Republican, attended the convention as Boyden’s honored representative, the community noting the distinction of having the oldest delegate present and his active party involvement.
Judge Hutchinson joined a group of heavyweight Republicans at the county convention on Tuesday. He gave time to the event in what was seen as looking toward the future.
The Hawarden Independent notes that McKinley is not labeled a boss while Hanna is present, and similarly rejects assigning boss status to Jones in Bryan's presence. The item emphasizes political factions and public perception.
George Bowers won the convention’s unanimous backing for state committeeman, a result supporters say reflects what he deserves and should have.
L. M. Black described as a new face at the county convention and noted for his past role as Adjutant General of the G A R in Des Moines. Also, Hon. W. Carter listed among delegates at Tuesday afternoon gathering.
Notice to heirs to appear at the Court House in Orange City Iowa on September 1 1900 at 2 60 o clock P M to show cause why the instrument claimed as the last will and testament of James Weir deceased should not be admitted to probate. Clerk R MzuRose District Court affirms seal and date July 16.
A special excursion via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway to Arnolds Park on Sunday July 29 offers a 1 30 p m grand musical concert in the pavilion tent and a 2 30 p m baseball game between the Mitchell S D Club and the Marquette Baseball Club of Chicago. General admission is free to excursion ticket holders with grandstand admission at 25 cents. Train departs Boyden at 9 23 a m and returns from Arnolds Park at 6 30 p m. Round trip rate from Boyden is 1 30. For details contact the railway ticket agent.
Sunday School classes led by Mrs Acheson and Miss Myrtle Davis present an entertainment at the opera hall next Friday evening. The program features recitations, solos, duets, and readings by children including Ruth Jackson, Eunice Acheson, Maude Jackson, Jennie Gibson, Rachel Morris, Evelena Elwood, and others with Olive Horn delivering a closing address.
The Des Moines column reports the Midland Chautauqua Assembly at Chautauqua Park drawing statewide visitors with noted speakers and rich musical talent. Local politics warm with Republican optimism and Democratic doubts, plus a court showdown over Board of Public Works staffing. Iowa State Fair plans honor camping and a record agricultural display.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve promises relief for skin eruptions, ulcers, boils, felons, corns, cuts, warts, bruises, burns, chapped hands, and chilblains. Sold by M. Brink, Druggist, at 25 cents per box with a money back guarantee.
Blemark's iron nerve story highlights health as proof of vitality. The copy claims indomitable will and energy come from free of stomach liver kidney and bowels disorders. It advertises Dr King's New Life Pills as a brain and body booster available for 25 cents at M Brinks drug store.
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