Nine Democrats Consider Nomination For Iowa Governor
July 18 Des Moines reports nine prominent Democrats, including John Dennison of Dubuque, are discussed as possible gubernatorial nominees should Cummins be nominated by Republicans. Polk County delegates stay uninstructed as state convention plans in Waterloo. Debate on private train travel and below fare rates continues amid party strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
John Dennison
Dubuque
Cummin i
Boagi
M. J. Wade
Iowa City
George W. Ball
J. B. Sullivan
Dee Moines
J. M. Parsons
Rock Rapids
T. J. Maxwell
Creston
P. B
Echo Second to Alpha W in 2:05 Pace at Albert Lea
At Albert Lea on July 18 the second heat of the 2:05 pace featured William Mack’s horse, pacing a mile in 2:09, breaking the state half mile track record. The event listed Purse $400 with entries including Alpha W and Hoho Jr among others, reflecting a lively day of horse racing and records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camer- DD
Psesee
Sone Silver
Lonmis
Hugh Wynne
Br. G
Rockwell
Miss Hentley
B. m
Flack
Mazalia Lockheart
Verna M
Alpha W
Derydei
Hoho
Betts
William Mack
B. G
Geo. Castle
Lowi
Leslie Waterman
Cameron
the Dome
Er. m
Deryder
Billy K
B. S
Ailen
Marguerite
Chm
Jeepees
Propero
Strahan
Benton Democrats Nominate Slates in County Convention
Benton County Democrats in a Tuesday convention nominated four tickets and backed ex Representative W. J. Quinn for senator and Captain B. Bradshaw of Tama for judge. Waves of pro Bryan for 1904 were adopted, and Gen Cato Geis favored for governor though Helis declined. Three hundred delegates to Waterloo are planned, led by Cato Sells. Sheriff Caldwell returns from Knoxville where J O Perry and others were taken to the inebriate asylum. Hildebrand and Jordan may return to Waterloo soon as model patients praised by the superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civton
Benton County
W. J. Quinn
B. Bradshaw
Tama County
Wiliam Jenings Bryan
Cato Geils
Helis
Waterloo
Cato Sells
Captain Bradshaw
Tama
Charles Bradshaw
Sheriff Caldwell
Knoxville
J. O. Perry
Joseph Hildebrand
Jordan
Hildebrand
Robbery at French Seed and Mido Store on Lafayette Street
A daylight robbery at the French Seed and Mido Store on Lafayette Street netted $49 in cash. Madsen, longtime employee in charge during the owner’s absence, went to the second floor, leaving the front door entry via an elevator. the money drawer was later found broken and the thief had fled with the cash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ww. R. French
Lafayette Street
Madsen
French
Liraself
Tragic Illini Central fireman John OBrien funeral observed
Funeral rites held at Wa terloo for John OBrien of Wa terloo with local lodge members and Central firemen attending. Coroner reports possible foul play after a three inch head wound. trainer 401 vestibuled car complicates mystery of his death and river burial.
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John St. O'Brien
Waterloo
Rvan
Ryan John O'Brien
Martin
Lodge Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Central Firemen
P. A. Butkamp
George McKee
McGready
Mr. O'Brien
Dinner Row At Star Restaurant Ends In Blow
Frank Mayo struck Lawrence Allerts at the Star restaurant noon meal service, injuring him seriously and leaving him unconscious at Wagner hotel on Sycamore street. A prior quarrel over remarks overheard prompted the blow, Mayo being taken to the police station amid a crowd.
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Frank Mayo
Lawrence Allerts
Star
Allerts
Wagner Hotel
Sycamore Street
Tess
Mayo
Canada
Lve
Owl
J.t. HL Mason
Star Restaurant
East Waterloo School Census Reveals Growth and Compulsory Attendance
D. R. Weaver completed the East Waterloo school age enumeration and reported 3,574 children ages 5 to 21, with 2,179 enrolled and 1,395 not in school to avoid compulsory attendance. The East Side population estimates place total residents at 12,509, with eight pairs of twins of school age noted across wards three and four.
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D. R. Weaver
East
Waterloo
Weaver
Cenang
East Waterloo
Typhoid in Lemonade Linked to Milwaukee Trip Outbreak
An Ipswich North Dakota report from May 18 notes a typhoid epidemic potentially linked to a Milwaukee excursion. Ten local excursionists are ill, with reports of up to 100 fever cases along the region and distant towns. Investigators found lemonade served at Byarts made from old well water. No arrests yet, but officials vow prosecutions if deaths occur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ipswich
N. D
Taly
Milwaukee
Kwarta
Waterloo School Board Sets Next Meeting On Fuel Contract Action
Final year at the independent Mast Waterloo district board met Tuesday evening led by Secretary H B White. The agenda included letting contracts for fuel and supplies but action was postponed due to two absences, with the matter to be revisited next Tuesday night at 8 00 o clock in adjourned session. Secretary White presented a financial report detailing money received and disbursed, with vouchers and balances noted. The report also mentions efforts to attract new industry, including a bid to locate shops in Waterloo and a proposal to donate land to secure enterprise for the city.
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Independent Diatelit of
Mast Waterloo
H. B. White
Baive
Geoglan
M. B
C. A
Oer
Waterloo
Theachers
Beals
Tanear
Bhig Aize
Waterloo Water Co. Chief Struck by Auto in Waterloo
John P. Berry superintendent of the Waterloo Water Co. was struck by a car near the Fourth street bridge Tuesday afternoon. His left leg was broken above the ankle and he sustained back injuries. The car belonged to F. J. Eighmey and was driven by Owen Dietz from William Galloway Garage Co. He was taken home for treatment, and doctors examined his back as the extent of injuries remained uncertain.
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John P. Berry
Waterloo Water Co
Fourth Street
Baptist
F. J. Eighmey
Brat National Bank
Owen Diets
William Galloway Garage Co
J. P. Berry
W. J. Peddi
Union Mill Co
Sale
Berry
Peddicord
Young Dietz
Mn Eightey
Winoit Central
East Third Street
Rome
Vod Young
Dietzia
Galloway Company Ag
Ae F. Juigighmey
East Fourth Street
Baker Caught in Machinery at Vienna Bakery
Frank Wehrwa, a Vienna bakery worker, was injured Wednesday morning when his clothing caught in a fast turning cog wheel as he prepared to start a machine. He kept from being pulled in but suffered ten to twelve deep cuts and was hospitalized. Mrs Kurth remains in hospital and is said to be recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Wehrwa
Vienna
Lower
LaFayette Street
Jesse Gouge
Waterloo
Canada
Palmer Hubbard plant collapse injures workers and delays factory move
A partial collapse at the Palmer Hubbard Company plant on Wednesday morning caused roof and floor failures, trapping workers and forcing a postponement of the William Gateway company factory move from Nashua. Several men narrowly escaped injury as walls and debris shifted, with one wall showing signs of impending failure and warnings issued about the unsafe structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmer-Hubbard Company
Wiliam
Nashua
Creamery Company
F. A. Loos
Maes
Lorag
Moor
Elmer Thompson
Otto Fry
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Wen
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Senton
Cato Sella
ECHO
ALPHA
Benton
Gate
Seed and Mido
John F. O'Brien
Ryan
Illinois
Central Fireman
Loo
Tion
Achoola
Bop-a-Boo
Pehee House Fund
Wren
Reed Shhool House Fund
Ani
Seeewere
Pionlg
Secretary White
Port OF
East Side District
Teachers’ Fund
Balatey
Bedeseeeee
Ind
Ira Rodamar
Independent School District of
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Continuses Fund
Cash Athletic Fund
C&eh Gale
Junk
BTIB
P. Berry
Tanchere’ Fund
Airte
Ictal
Eberen
al Books
Biheeee Athenee
Tramps
Crippte
Mitch
Department
Seeses
W. J. Stevenson
Elk Run
Cattase
Mesara
Black
Geo. Gallarno
Jesup
George Gallarno
Beiny
C. G
East Side
C. G. Elta
Mary Frinces Bernice Seaton
Frances Roberts
Ackley
Baker
Mra
Joe Kurth
Palmer Hubbard Company
Cora White-Carpenter
County Recorder
Blackhawk County
College of Physicians and Surgeons
Chicago
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