Proposals for judiciary picks and telewriter in London
The Parkersburg Eclipse urges nominating judiciary candidates on primary ballots so the people can choose judges and assess their qualifications. London introduces the telewriter enabling written messages over telephones with instant ink reproduction, expanding access and eliminating attendants. The Iowa legislature debates resubmitting prohibition, noting party splits and the governor’s modest leadership. Gov Carroll and wife are active in a small Wesley church, with Cummins retained as pardon clerk and the governor's restrained, approachable demeanor highlighted.
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Parkersburg
Byers bills threaten governor renomination in two years
Arlington News argues that the Byers bills aim to defeat Gov Carroll in a future renomination. They claim the law would force the governor to remove county attorney and sheriff, or face political fallout. The piece asserts Fayette County confirms this view and doubts any governor should be compelled to pillory officials to satisfy factions.
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Arlington News
Byers
Legisla
Carroll
Attorpeya
India
Fayette County
Legislature and governor clash over liquor enforcement powers
The text argues the legislature should pass a state marshal bill to enforce liquor laws, noting the president cannot remove enforcers for others. It questions Gov. Carroll’s position, speculating he may sign the bill if it reaches him, and notes General Byers’ past opinions on executive limits. The Herald doubly doubts Byers or others beating the governor at the end of his term.
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United States
Various 1900s Headlines Satirize Politics and Society
A collage of quips and brief observations vent humorous takes on topics from the Ananias Club and railroads to Sun Yat Sen, Taft, Bryan, and Panama Canal costs. It notes misfits, duels, scandal, and public figures while lampooning press and politicians in a lively, era tone.
Local Happenings of Many Towns in Hardin County
A compact notice brief of general interest from The Herald readers in Hardin County. Items cover town events, shipments, and happenings across the county and nearby areas, reflecting the semi weekly publication’s community focus.
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Hiredin County
Hardin County
Herald
Local Family Visits and School Term Ends
Mrs. Geo Vigars visited W McGregor home in Hubbard last week. Mrs J T Walton and two daughters stayed at F Miller home over the weekend. Mrs C C Graham and daughter spent days at Ed Ward home north of Eldora. Virgil Miller closed Hauser district winter term Friday. program enjoyed by patrons. J L Michael rented farm at Secor and will visit relatives. tenant David Dickinson to farm this year. Frank Pricke moved from Megan farm to S Brickman farm Grundy county with his family. Ira Strowbridge rented and will occupy vacated farm.
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J. T. Walton
Grundy County
Frank Pricke
Megan
S. Brickman
Ira Strowbridge
Local notes: residents move, visits, and events
Leater Rowley occupies the John Rogers property. Mr and Mrs Strawbridge welcome a new daughter. Mrs A Vanverse travels to Chicago for spring stock. Grandma Jester is feeble. F C Clark and son Neil visited Iowa Falls. Alva Kersey and family moved to Clare Carson property. J C Wilson and James Tisdale travelled to Chicago on business. James Caster and sister visited a brothel in southern Iowa. The Will Sentman family visited Chas Sentman in Steamboat Rock. Mrs H E Humphreys went to Des Moines to buy spring stock. Mrs James Tisdale and children returned from Rhodes and State Center. Miss Carmichael and Honts were summoned to Woodbine by a death. Nina Wilson and Cleo Lepley stood in. S S teachers show interest. social and business meetings held for organized classes. Martha Washington party given for Mrs H Barnes class. Miss Mamie Haggin hosted her class. Mrs Peter Hanson hosted a joint party. Foster Hauser and Mrs Lou Rogers hosted a reception for classes eight and nine. new officers to be elected. A piano burning at the C E Society drew interest. audience sang. The society has paid out about 300 dollars for the piano in under two years. The double medal contest was held with many contestants. Lyle Poole won the boys medal. girls medals awarded to Irena Lancaster, Riva Hackett, and Worden.
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Leater Rowley
John Rogers
Mrs. Strawbridge
A. Vanverse
Chicago
Grandma Jester
F. C. Clark
Neil
Iowa Falls
Alva Kersey
Bangor
Clare Carson
James Caster
Chas. McClain
Iowa
Will Sentman
Chas, Sentman
Steamboat Rock
H.E. Humphreys
Des Moines
James Tisdale
Rhodes
State Center
Carmichael and
Honts
Woodbine
Nina Wilson
Cleo Lepley
S. S
Humphrey
H. Barnes
Martha Washington
Mamie Haggin
Peter Hanson
Haggins
Foster Hauser
Lou Rogers
van Dunen
Cald ‘Society
Societien
Nate
Runnell Jeater
Neil Mason
Henry Cahill
Lyle Pool
Helen Hunt
Igerna Lepley
Adele Rogers
Kate Humeston
Eloise Johnson
Malo Mills
Program Review Highlights Youth Talent And Contested Medal
The event featured a disputed result where Kineny was said to have scored just one point, prompting management to award a third medal. The after program showcased excellent performances by children under 12, lasting about two hours, with orderly conduct throughout, reflecting strong community interest.
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Tg Kineny
Real estate transfers list multiple Iowa property deeds
Tjark Meints transfers to Tjark J Meints et al for annual 300 dollars. Minnie Volke to John W Lightfield for west 26 rods of east 28 rods, 2000 dollars. Numerous deeds names Cornelius Nelson John Christian Son and others with parcel descriptions and prices from 1 to 14000 dollars. Records include various transfers in Radcliffe Ackley Town Falls and Iowa Falls listings with small sums and real estate descriptions.
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Tjark Meints
Tjark J Meints
Ng Wet & Set
Minnie Volke Et al
John W Lightfield
West
Cornelius Nelson
John Christianson
John Riley
Preston W Riley
James L. Meade
Wm C O’brien
Swi
Nwi
Jacob J Friedman
Chas O Ryan
Abram Gray
Frank D Peet
Set & Ney
John C Ahrens
John P Wicks
Et Wi
D Miller
A W Gilbert
Jacob Faust Jr
August Meier
Fred W Grantow
Ephraim Hughes
Thomas P Gilfillian
Drake
Radcliffe
W S Dunn Et
Artie D Wilson
North
Town Falls
David Himmelman
CO Butler
Michael King
Mary & Jane King
Ackley
Mary C Walton
Walter W Long
Whitten
Carl Reske
F L. Tabor
Thompson's
Eldora
M Rinehart
James F Batton
New Providence
Knute Ringheim
Ito
O Butler
Henry Kraft
John Borschal
White
Iowa Falls
Willis A Rankin
Ordin Osking
Aite Wirds
John Wirds
City Council Proceedings 1909 Sprinkling Contract and Settlements
The city council met in regular session with Mayor Tyler and eight council members present to approve minutes and authorize a sprinkling contract with the Business Men's Association for 1909. Settlements were approved including $34 to F A Peterson for 1904 work and $300 to Dr. and Mrs. Young for a sidewalk injury. Treasurer reports show funds on hand across General, Waterworks, Sewer, Grading, and Library accounts, council adjourned to Feb 15, then met as board of health and paid the health officer’s bill.
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Tyler
Newcomer
Brown
Reed
Jensen
Hadley
Gray
Sayer
Greer
G. A. Starr
Business Men’s Association
Lundy
F. A. Peterson
Peterson
Mra. Young
Duren
Ceeereens
Ateseeeres
Ieaddee
Board of Health
Merchant Advertisement Standards in City Trade
A fragment discusses local merchants and advertising ethics, noting competitive pressures to offer value and reliable goods. The text critiques ads that seek patronage and urges merchants to “make good” under live competition to protect customer profits and trust.
Enlisted in Your Serve the Non Advertising Merchant
A fragment references enlistment phrases tied to a merchant context and a faded Ex, suggesting a wartime or recruitment note. Names, dates, and concrete roles are unreadable, but the item hints at a formal enlistment or service theme connected to commerce.
Quieting Title in Hardin County Land Dispute
Ada Cross seeks to quiet title to real estate in Hardin County Iowa. The suit names numerous defendants and spouses, and seeks a decree that she owns fee simple, possesses, and is entitled to the property described as the north half of the northwest quarter of section 23 plus Berlin town blocks and surrounding strip, with about 118 1-2 acres total. If not responded by March 22 1909, default and judgment will be entered.
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District Court of
Iowa
Hardin County
Ada J. Cross
Havens’ Starr
Havens Stark
James S. Easley
James
Easley
Benson Ackerman
Lambert Sternberg
John H. Ripley
John J. Ripley
Jacob
Hiserete
Wm. M. Garretson
Melissa A. Zellars
Zelars
James Garrison
Ames Garrison
Willian McGarretson
William McGarretson
Martha Platt
Platt
Monroe Willams
Monroe Williams
A.G. Smith
Henry
Tsaigh Starr
Tsaiah Starr
J. H. Gynk
J. J. Tyne
Gertrude Rickel
W. W. Rickel
Jesse
Marsh
Jesse D. Marsh
District Court
Ada I
Cross
Hardin
Jackson Township
Noth
Piatutuy
Eldora
Towa
D. BK
Harvin
Jonathan —Edgington
Annetta J. Bowes
Mary A. Hettelager
Edgneton
Jonathan Edgington
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City Council Proceedings
A.W. Epainaton
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