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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
2
The notice offers that rates for display advertising will be provided upon application, indicating a prepay option and information request to potential advertisers.
Dean Jongewaard announces his candidacy for County Recorder subject to County Republican Convention approval. Waite also states intent to run for County Recorder pending Republican convention approval.
The Iowa Republican electors plan a delegate convention in Des Moines on August 1 1900 at 11 am to nominate candidates for Secretary of State Auditor State Treasurer Attorney General Supreme Court Judge Railroad Commissioner and two electors at large plus one for each Congressional District. Representation is one delegate per county plus extra delegates per Shaw vote threshold. Chairman H C Weaver coordinates Lyon O'Brien Osropia Sioux districts.
The Reporter argues Dol livar offers little strength for the ticket and insists stronger candidates exist. H R Hitt of Illinois, Lieutenant Governor Norcott, and Ambassador Andrew D. White in Berlin are weighed, with White favored for uniting the German vote and broad appeal.
Opinionated readers argue Sioux County has a single candidate, VanQoosterout Pete, likely to lose after a criticized Blood murder trial. They urge higher pay to attract top legal talent and deride Prohibitionists denouncing the mulci law as treasonable at Des Moines.
The speaker advocates wiping out the mulct law and substituting a wise local option. If a town wants a saloon, it should have the privilege regardless of county sentiment. While not a friend to saloons, the majority should rule and towns can seek alternative locations if disliked.
The letter condemns streetcar strike methods while noting sympathy for workers and rights. It laments violence against women and riders, urges restraint, and urges a strong local-ticket campaign as politics stay quiet and outcomes remain uncertain.
The piece notes Hobart gaining support as he campaigns for secretary of state and hints at a likely nomination. It mentions Sioux City backing Hallam for attorney general and questions the city’s influence in the race.
The Rock Valley Gazette closes its second year and makes rapid strides toward the county’s front. Editors provide locally interesting content and well conducted coverage.
Rumor says A C Smith of Storm Lake plans to announce his candidacy for secretary of state. Support from all the Smiths could boost his chances for a strong showing.
Job ad seeks an honest person to manage a large house with a 765 monthly salary plus expenses. The position offers permanence and a higher rank. Respond with a self addressed stamped envelope to MANAGER at 330 Caxton Building Chicago.
The Old Settlers Picnic drew about 4,000 attendees despite wind and dust with light rain in the evening. Major P. R. Bailey spoke at length, praising the flag and noting the first banner made by Mrs. R. W. Allen, loaned for the event. The Hull Glee Club, Inwood Band, Rev. Acheson and local officials highlighted a full program including a ball game where Orange City won the purse 10 to 0 amid injuries and slow roads, and a fireworks show closed the day.
A lively picnic at Boyden pleased guests who plan to host next year’s event. A severe hail storm near Orange City killed four valuable horses from a nearby wire fence strike. The Jewell Nursery Co advertises summer employment, with a sales force in Lake City Minnesota, established 1868, and one thousand acres noted for July 13.
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