Post office notice for Fidora Iowa June 3 1903
Entry recorded in the Fidora Iowa post office on June 3 1903 as second class matter under the act of Congress of March 3 1879.
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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
4
Entry recorded in the Fidora Iowa post office on June 3 1903 as second class matter under the act of Congress of March 3 1879.
Enitok Herald reports that candidate CMCW Rendue of Eldora Iowa plans to seek the Republican nomination for Representative in the Legislature from this county subject to voter decision. Also candidate Gro Wand seeks County Attorney nomination on the same ticket at the upcoming primary.
A candidate named Meyseifi announces intent to run for Clerk of the Pastries Court. Details reference preparatory actions and a decision date noted as 2, 104, with mentions of Eldon and Pawo Aart.
A garbled OCR passage mentions various unclear terms and names and lacks cohesive facts or identifiable events to summarize into a coherent item.
A garbled county notice mentions a deed action and a sale plan for Ranvale IA. It cites agencies and dates but readable details are sparse. The fragment implies a legal or property transaction with official involvement and anticipated deadlines.
Hardia county hopeful announces run for Recorder at the Republican primary, subject to primary voters ballot choice. Names Purre 2 and Jos Vin Soehoatny appear as associates in the notice.
A garbled note announces a forthcoming primary date tied to university election matters. It references Republican voters and a figure named Thos WaADSEHL, with unclear spellings and locations. The fragmented text suggests scheduling at a Mac campus venue.
A Lamia candidate stands in Hibedin county for the county superintendent of schools race. The outcome hinges on the reparite Dun voters at the primary election held on a date noted as 14x.
The item outlines candidates for supervisor and other races, mentions Iowa political figures and primary controversy, notes Gov Cummins and Senator Allison, praises Dean’s Ointment for piles, and hints at local newspaper rivalries while describing upcoming contests and possible November outcomes.
The piece paints Senator Allison as a sure winner in the June 2 Republican primary. It cites his influence, ties to the president, role in the anti-pass freight bill, and Hepburn rate bill support. It highlights his age, integrity, and leadership as a model for youth, with local volunteers backing him through August.
Grundy Center April 17 William G Kerr withdraws from the Republican congressional race in Iowa's Fifth District, leaving James W Good and James H Trewin as the two Linn County candidates. Kerr notes support shifts to Good, praising courteous treatment from both rivals and pledging to see the contest develop between the Linn County men.
Cedar Rapids Republicans report strong, widespread support for Senator Allison. They claim renomination with a larger majority than in March, contending anti-Allison efforts are false and aimed to split the party. The movement is described as universal within the GOP, with Allison backers in the majority.
The text asserts work through the primaries close on June 2 with victory seen as certain if the movement stays active and renewed. It reflects a campaign tone urging continued effort to secure success by the June date.
Schedule of claims allowed by the Hardin County Board of Supervisors at April 1908 session. Items include payments for witnesses before grand jury, furniture, lumber, disinfectants, trusteeships, legal fees, road and bridge work, water works, and various county services. Numerous named individuals and local vendors appear across categories such as jury services, county offices, and public works.
A notorious life mask scene unfolds as a famous actor, surrounded by women at Disney, endures a playful but chaotic mask making. The workman describes themed dressing and the plaster process while the actor reacts with laughter and curiosity to the scented materials and cooling paste.
Smithy TACO and Wilson Chaplin Provisions are among the few firms trading Hickory Hill washed egg coal. Schult WE Co and Vangland Bros Watham Provisions, Wilcox Mob Provisions, Davis Moser also listed as suppliers. The coal is praised for its suitability to cook stoves and claimed to have no equal.
The life of Tiegarth marked by vanity and talent shows his lack of recognition as a painter while prints sell. Whistler called him the greatest. His portraits were admired yet he resisted critique and faced backlash from a jealous peer whose portrait sparked a fatal incident. A tale also recalls Hogarth’s misfortune during a stormy walk home after visiting the lord mayor.
The piece recounts 19th century photography developments including Daguerre and Walhot, noting early permanent prints and process discovery. It then shifts to a historical sketch of Kentucky before white exploration, describing boundary struggles, tribal settlements, and territorial possession in a lament over vanished lands.
An anecdote recalls Talleyrand replying to a young acquaintance who doubts learning the game of whist. Not know Whist, young man? What a dismal change you are preparing for yourself, the famed diplomat reportedly warned, underscoring the card game’s social value.
A Belgian and a German Coach stallion will stand in 1908 at the fairgrounds in Hardin county as guaranteed good breeders. Loth won first premium at last year’s Hardin county fair. Insurance due at $12.50 for standing east. If mares are traded before insurance due, a service fee becomes due immediately and the stallion owner disclaims accident responsibility.
Golbhinder Will Alan, a fine large black registered stallion, is owned by W I Walker. The horse, a top winner from Hardin County, is listed with insurance and statin status at the fair grounds.
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