Political strife at the last Republican state convention
The article recounts Kapwood's poor reception by the GOP state convention and the active opposition from regional progreeve politicians who undermined his support. It notes Colonel Raymond and Garst, the Cam Talas and Osceola delegation clashes, and governor threats to influence outcomes amid factional power plays.
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Kapwood
Bey
Raymond
Melle
Mall
Osceola
Thesexton Garst
Wapello
Jas Bez
Cam
Talas
Garst
Polk County
Cumming
Iowa
Water woes unfold as Cedar Rapids funds debated
The Cedar Rapids water problem draws in Waterloo as residents face inadequate supply and poor filtration. Officials propose expanding the city plant with costs totaling 122676.56 dollars, funded by taxes or bonds, while residents demand better water quality and fair funding decisions ahead of the 26th vote. Local press warns that extensions alone won’t suffice without improved filtration and proven supply guarantees.
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Waterloo
Cedar Rapids
Cedar
Osceola Sentinel Praises Hampton Soldier Citizen
The Osceola Sentinel expresses strong cordial sentiment in favor of Gol. Tay mond of Hampton for lieutenant governor. The tone is favorable and notes good-will echoed by Republicans statewide, reflecting praise in papers and weekly publications.
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Gol. Taymond
Hampton
Town
Osceola Sentinel
This Date in History August 17 Highlights
August 17 entries note events from 1488 Edward V smothering to 1657 Robert Blake death, 1786 New England Courant first issue, 1799 Peter Hunter appointed lieutenant governor, 1809 Nelson's monument foundation, 1843 Cardinal Rampolla born, 1859 Byrne?dine walked Niagara rope, 1870 Julia Marlowe born. This collage blends misread names and dates into a brief historical snapshot.
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Edward V
Dotan Richart
Duke of York
Antwerp
Cromwell
Preston
Robert Blake
Upper Canada
Nelson
Trafalgar Square
London
Cardinal Rampolla
Byndin
Niagara
Julia Marlowe
Tega
Menelik II emperor of Abyssinia and Shoa
Menelik II born August 17, 1844 in Shoa, later crowned emperor of Abyssinia and Shoa amid Italian interference. He opposed Italy seeking to absorb his kingdom, ruling a rich land with over 8 million people. His heir is his granddaughter’s son Jisu, aged eleven, and succession in Abyssinia remains uncertain.
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Menelik 11
Shoa
Absainia
Bor
Shos
al Fhother
John
Abyssinia
Menelfle
Abyssinis
Ember
Menelik
Doing Denver in a Day Arthur a Seonic Tour by Automobile
A 1900s travelogue details a personal inspection tour through Denver Colorado showing Parke and residential districts, the United States Mint, County Jail and State Capitol, plus gas light resorts and the ride on Old Chevrelyn. It highlights the scenic Colorado Rockies and notable local sights in a picturesque tour.
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Seenic
Colorado
United States Mint
Chevrelyn
Rockies
Omaha
Denver
Colorado Springs
Rocky Mountains
Waterloo
Iowa
Nebraska
Union Depot
Tommorrow
Denver Sightseeing Tour Through City Park and Moonlit Mines
A narrative of a Denver visit during a rail journey from Waterloo, detailing City Park’s vast grounds, lakes, a zoo, and free band concerts, plus a tour through the capitol, mint, jail, and Old Cherrelyn streetcar. The piece describes Denver’s climate, architecture, and the surrounding mountains, and notes the city’s rapid growth and points of interest as the travelers plan further sightseeing.
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Denver
Thie Park
Colorado
Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria
The 77 year old Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria born August 18 186 was long reigning since 1848. His reign saw reform and reactionary rule amid wars with France Italy and Prussia. His life endured calamities including his brother Maximilian's execution 1867 the 1889 death of his heir Prince Rudolph and the 1898 assassination of his wife Empress Elizabeth.
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Francis Joseph
Austria
Hungary
Ferdinand I
Vion
France
Italy
Prussia
Maxmilian
Napoleon II
Mexico
Prince Rudolph
Elizabeth
Denver Leisure Run Through Eliteh Gardens Amusement Resort
The party plans an evening visit to Manhattan Beach amusement resort with boating and entertainment. They tour Entch's Gardens famed as a fragrant, ornate plant paradise, lit by lamps and arc lights. The Bardens' zoo and opera house amuse before a quick retreat, as they conclude a swift Denver excursion.
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Theal
Manhattan Beach
Entch
Eliteh
Bardens
Denver
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Waterton
LG. Parrott
Qiair
Isea
Louisburg
Newfoundland
Americ
Austria-Hungary
Robert, W. Buchanan
Honore de Halzac
Gravelotte
Torrado
Wilkes Barre
Caleb Powers
Kentucky
William Goebel
Arthur
A. OW
City of Beautiful
Pikes Peak District
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Tata
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Brown Palace
Broadway
Capitol Hill
Ona
City Park
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Peonie
House of Repentance
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Mint
Denver County
Capitol
Capitol of
War Department
Pike's ‘Peak
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Msss
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Long’s Peak
Gray's
Englewood
Fort Logan
Athletic Park
Tuilleries
Cherrelyn
Moterman
Ottumwa
Ottumwa Horse Sales Company
Manson
Gaedke & Kenning
W. P. O'Brien
Atkinson Neb
Albert Butler
Nellie Comstock
George Comstock
Pof
Butler
Des Moines
Peruna
Caroline Bramber
Fort Collinge
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Perase
Tomas
Perna
Woodbury County Sunday School Association
Correctionville
Hishop ‘Morrison
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Charles E. Jones
St. George's
C. P. Smith
le Mars
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Methodist Church
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Charles
Lewis
Siou
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Sioux
Lcity
George Tice
Nelson’s Hotel
Riverside
Sac County
Thiee Horticultural Department
Iowa State College
Clark Dun
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Henry Coffin
John Lefer
Brighton
Justices of the Peace
Dun
District Court
Scott County
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Ofice
Des Moines Water Company
Pierce Perdue
East Suth County Fair
Bart
Big Haren
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Hola
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Episcopal Church
Mason City
A. B. Chaffe
Bishop College
Marshal
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Toad Ang G. H. Messenger
Citiens’ Bank
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Supreme Court
Murrow
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Charles Tafford
LeMars
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