Iowa Politics and Tariff Factions Create Turmoil
The Cedar Rapids Republican and Des Moines papers clash over tariff rippers and party unity as Iowa progressives debate whether to back Funk Garst or a stronger candidate. Governors ship, Cummins’ succession, and lieutenant duties spark editorial heat about unity, delay, and strategic choices.
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Republicana
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A.B. Funk
Spirit Lake
Funk
Cummins
Warren Garst
Garst
Burligton
Garat -Svas
Stesdives
Dwa
Pessonl
Enthy
Giaem
Des Moines Tribune
Cails
the Tribune
Tye
Garat
Tribone
Busby Forecast for July Brings Storms and Quakes Across World
Independence resident John C. Busby predicts a stormy early July followed by heat, with Earthquakes and solar activity described in a letter to the Reporter dated June 6. The note also mentions a bright comet near the sun, a hot latter half of the month, and dubious local business closures in Dubuque amid a dry Sunday. The piece combines weather prophecy, astronomy, and local commerce notes with brief biographical asides on recent graduates and travelers.
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John C. Busby
Independence
Ander
Brother Hicks
Dubuque
Bonday
State News in Brief From Onslow to Clear Lake items
Dispatches describe local projects and incidents across Iowa. Drainage orders proceed amid protests. cargo thefts, thefts, accidents, and court actions appear. Notable items include a Des Moines brass band, a Greens County death from a runaway, a Clinton chautauqua setup, grand jury indictments for gambling, and regional crime and civic notes.
National Parity congress to convene in Battle Creek
The National Parity congress meets October 31 to November 6 in Battle Creek Michigan. It is expected to be one of the largest conventions for the group with Mrs B S Steadwell of La Crosse Wisconsin as president and several prominent speakers planned. Reports touch on state capitol graft and investigations into prehistoric life as Hartlan J Smith of the American Museum of Natural History arrives in Wyoming to participate.
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Ida Grove
Anoher
Ida County
James Wilkinson
Erin
Iowa
Canada
Dubuque Dos Pound
Battle Creek
Mich
B. 8. Steadwell
la Crosse
Wis
Wyoming
Hartlan J. Smith
American Museum of Natural History
July History Highlights Across Centuries
Events span 1423 to 1898 with births and deaths of notable figures. Highlights include Louis XV’s era births, George Washington’s 1775 command, Fort Erie surrender in 1814, and telegraph links in 1842. Also noted are bank charter efforts in 1882 and rail and educational milestones in the 1800s.
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France
John Singleton Coopley
Washington
Cambridge
Fort Erie
A. S. Congress
National Bank
Grand Junction Railway
Liverpool
Birmingham
Old Ameriga
Lexington
Maas
Queen Victoria
Baan
Boston
Buffalo
House of Representatives
Kansas
Sherman
Kenesaw Mountain
Ravenne
Ohio
Santiago
Birthday of Marquis of Cholmondeley and office duties
The Marquis of Cholmondeley, born July 3 1868, holds the hereditary office of Lord Great Chamberlain. Historically a royal role at coronations, the current holder has performed it only once, carrying the king’s wearing apparel into the bedchamber and receiving the bed and tiny clothes as his fee.
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Cholmondeley
England
Henry ViIl
Earl of Cholmondeley
William 11
Battle of the Boyne
Lord Cholmondeley
Long Live the King to Long Live Dr Kings New Discovery
A midwestern style ad notes the popular catchphrase Long live the King while Americans favor Dr Kings New Discovery for coughs colds and weak lungs. Julia Ryder Falne of Truro Mass testifies the remedy gives immediate relief and quick cures after other treatments fail. Wangler Bros druggists offer 50c and 1.00 bottles with a free trial bottle.
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the King
America
Dr. King
Julia Ryder Falne
Truro
Mass
Wangler Bros
Winning Miss Edith Wins Two Hearts on the Hill
Carl Bray helps Millie win old Miss Edith over during a coasting ride on Claire street hill. Edith recalls youth while watching. Millie and Carl share a playful moment, and Edith’s approval hints at a new match. Carl’s charm and risk pay off as Edith and Millie respond with warmth, promising a future together.
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Abe
Claire Street
Misa Earth
Miss Baith
Drina Newhall
Millie
Aockety
Cari
Bobs
Carl
Rey Wy
Regia
Eobali
Cath
Tod Ben
Bobby Gaindle
Annie
Effille
Stragele
Mille
Edith
Fox
Anecdote of Judge Thornton In New Hampshire Court
In eighteenth century New Hampshire a protracted trial unites Judge Thornton reading a book while his colleague weeps. An advocate accuses the court of sleepiness, but Thornton resumes his reading until counsel presents a pertinent point of the case.
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Saurtrosm Kiapartis
Shornton
Court of Common Pléas
New Bampshire
Bis
Thornton
Doubts Spark Mockery of Young Preacher in Church
A vain young preacher faced ridicule from his congregation for conceit and perceived persecution. He confides in an old German friend on the street, revealing plans to address the insult from the pulpit, seeking counsel on the next steps.
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Gefen
Dem
Asvall
Yincott
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