Republican National Convention of 1892 Aims for Candidate
The Chicago May 4th 1892 report describes 16 000 000 voters in forty six states including Alaska Hawaii Puerto Rico and the Philippines, delegates to nominate a Republican president and a vice president. It outlines opening procedures at the coliseum, temporary and permanent chairmen, committee work, and possible nominees like Cannon Fairbanks Taft Knox La Follette Hughes. The article notes tariff trust and immigration debates and anticipates multiple ballots for the nomination with regional considerations for the vice presidential choice.
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Chicago
Arizona
Bhig
United States
Delegal Publican
Alaska
Hawaii
Orto’ Rico
Philippine Islands
Republican Party
Chilf
Thetates
Rome
Vance
Paisenger
Harry New
National Committee
Dover
New
Dolliver
Eh Bevaridge
Committee On Organization
Committee On Resolutions
Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Illinois
Hanly Vor
Chas. W. Fairbanks
Ohio
Taft
Pennsylvania
Knox
Wisconsin
la Follette
New York
Hughes
Healy i Hirgsidert
Fairbanks
Stughes
Middle West
Town Man Author of Famous War Song
Des Moines man J. M. Byers, still living in Des Moines, relates the story of his famous war song written while a prisoner of war during Major Byers of the Fifth Iowa. The song recounts Sherman’s march to the sea and its impact, inspired Byers’ escape and a national reception as the nation sang along.
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Des Moines
Sherman
J. M. Byers
Major Byers
Iowa
Columbia
S. C
Shémman
Byers
Damm Sinks After Morning Bath in Cedar Falls
Jim Damm nearly drowns after a morning swim near Mast Eighth street in Cedar Falls. He is pulled from the muddy stream by bystanders and taken to the police station with help from Chief Leighton and Officer Morris. Separately, Blackbank Tent and Awning Co buys Cedar Falls Tent plant and moves four machines here to expand production. Infant son of Mr and Mrs Clarets dies in Raymolill Presbyterian Hospital. burial set for Sunday at Gibertribe cemetery.
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Jim
Leighton
Morris
Damn
Blackbank.Tent and Awning Company
Fourth Street
Cedar Falls
Clarens
Ai ‘A Sivas Nick Clarets
Raymolill
O'Eldek
Democrats See Hope in Unusual House Candidates
Washington Democrats, facing a sixties Congress, may gain control of the House in 1900s elections. The article outlines historical party shifts, current roll calls, and the likelihood of Champ Clark or Henry as speaker candidates if Democrats win a majority. it notes Alabama, Louisiana, and Virginia backing Clark and hints at northern Democrats rallying behind him.
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Hendrick
Washington, D. C
Washington
House of Representatives
Cannon
House
Danville
Til
GC. F. Crisp
Georgia
Crisp
Congress
Senate
Champ Clark
Missouri
Alabama
Louisiana
Virginia
Clark
Kentucky
Henry
Texas
Bryan
Chucus
Minnesota Man to Nominate Johnson Speech Highlighted
Congress man Winfield S Hammond of Minnesota is slated to nominate Governor John A Johnson for the presidency at the Denver convention. Hammond, a noted Johnson supporter, has previously nominated Johnson for Minnesota governorship and aims to deliver an international-style nominating speech if contingency allows.
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Winfield
Hammond
John A. Johnson
Minnewote
Denver
Winfield S. Hammond
Minnesota
Johnson
Mr. Johnson
Congress &S
McCleary
House
Johnson Headanartera
Cansresaman Hammond
Davenport Saloonkeeper Sues 11 Citizens for 50000
John McPertland, an inferred liquor dealer, sues eleven Davenport residents for 50000 alleging conspiracy tied to Civic Federation prosecutions against saloonkeepers. The suit accuses them of coaxing three boys to falsely testify to obtain an injunction against McPertland. Rev. W. H. Blancke, federation president, is named among defendants.
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Davenport
Wartara
Civil Federation
John McPertland
Fox Worker’s Passing Leaves Town In Grief
A fragmentary obituary notes the passing of a fox nicknamed Chick who lived with a local company’s workers. The piece describes the animal as country born and beloved, with neighbors and employers alike lamenting the loss of its woolly presence around the house.
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Ayes
Chick
Alneé
Abova
Plans Form State Convention Waterloo Committees Named
Plans for a Republican state convention in Waterloo on June 24, 1908, unfold with a large organizing effort. A long list of committees covers executive, decorating, music, advertising, transportation, hotels, district meeting places, entertainment, badges and receptions. The work includes securing the auditorium, arranging transit, and coordinating hotel space to accommodate delegates and visitors from over 1,000 counties, with emphasis on local support and public display.
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Waterloo
Maines
W. Wi. Marsh
W. F. Parcatt
C. Wyarin
Reed
I.E. Wilums
Licht. Johnsonu
Robt
Law
Ho M
John Whiley
Fred le’ Northey
Arbuckle
Goo
Huntley
Ira I’ Hoovar
J. B. Brogden
Maynard
Schultz
E. H. Mecoy
A. Hy Holt
E. B
FE. Cutler
O. B. Courtright
C. W. Mullan
B. J. Johnson
W. B. Nauman
Miller
J. 1. Sedgeless
Judge FC. Platt
R A, Doty
James Black
F. W. Bowers
W. R. Jamieson
B. EB. Maohard
Julian W. Richards
EB. Byens
FB. C. Saga
M. J. O'Keefe
H. B.plumb
F. F. McElhinney
J. C. Gates
A. J. Edwards
ST. Mears
H. Pinkerton
J. 5
Haale
A. Bradley
W. W.meafarlane
Nelson Hitchcock
G- H. Pickett
Lore Alford
Ira Rodamay
I. R. Regtar
J. B
L. Vale
Wmurths
Harry Beehw
Jer
John C., Payne
J. A. Dunham
T. W. Pliner
J. W. Krapfel
W. M. Slnd- Mnger
John Te Rock
J. Bingham
Brown
Part
N. Rohde
C. B
Coolidge
H.O. Bernbroek
W.illingworth
F .T. Bentley
Ot. Mimeger
H. HB. Branteck
F. J. Lanigram
E. R. Shoemaker
J. Iw. Shoe Inaker
H. H. Cross
F. J. Stolwart
Taft
Cedar Falls
Dubique
Tleverr Hotele
Cil Inena Mint
Waterloo visit invites visitors to entertainment and hospitality
The notice describes an upcoming gathering at Waterloo with music and humor, inviting attendees from neighboring towns and delegates to enjoy entertainment and receive the best attention. It mentions a large audience planned and promised, with organization by a finance committee and arranged accommodations.
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Wraterioo
Waterloo
Occanion
Occanion and Dhe Visitora Will Dadire
Tha
Ion
Lightning Fires Burn Barn On Helfer Farm North Of Cedar Falls
A barn on the J. M. Helfer farm, near Cedar Falls, was struck by lightning Saturday morning and burned completely with three calves, a hog house, and several small buildings. A large quantity of corn, oats, and hay was destroyed along with three horses. Loss estimated over 5,000 dollars. The structure was insured, though the amount of coverage is unknown. Neighbors gathered but could not stop the blaze as flames spread to adjacent buildings and shed light into the area. The fire disrupted farm work and came while the Helfer family slept inside.
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Weathield
Frak Strickler
Weat Titth Street
Haing
Stricker
J. M. Helfer
Cedar Falls
Holter
Paulmers' Mutual
Frn
Waterloo
Thesuraace
Helfer
Floral Wedding In Thin Couple United After Belrg Hole
In Springfield Ohio May 16 a thin couple Carrie Hofman and Jacob Mc?ée united in marriage on a treetop platform thirty four feet above ground at Steinsberger farm. A pulley system hoisted bride groom pastor and witnesses to the loft as dogwood blossoms marked the path. The couple rode in on horseback with floral decor and a brother of the bride helped place the home in the treetop. The groom had previously cured himself of tuberculosis after a winter fever.
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Belrg
Springfield
Jena
Cerpet
Carrie Hofman
Jacob Mc
Steinsberger Farm
A. W
Thin
Ruth Blekelberg Dies of Peritonitis in Fairbank
Ruth Blekelberg, 13, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Blekelberg, died Thursday from peritonitis after a short illness. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the family home in Fairbank with interment in the local cemetery.
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Ruth Blekelberg
Fairbank
Ruth Lekelberg
George OG. Blekelberg
Gialagk
Avery Short Ness
Waterloo Wins 1909 State Photographers Meeting
Mr Tritz returned from Davenport where he attended the state convention of photographers. Waterloo was chosen as the 1909 convention site after bids from Des Moines and others. Officers elected include President W W Ferguson of Denison, First VP Guy N Rel of Ottumwa, Second VP F A Free of Davenport, Secretary H Prite of Waterloo. Far-Mescher, ill with diphtheria, is reported improving.
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Tritz
Davenport
Photographera
Waterloo
Hia
Des Moines
Commercial Club
Guy N. Rel
Ottumwa
F. A. Free
Iowa Delegation Secures Public Building Funds
Washington May 18 The Iowa delegation won a total of 759000 for public buildings in the Senate but harmony was needed to move a broader program. Senator Allison led efforts for Ames Ottumwa and other Iowa cities, with 450000 already committed in the Senate and 755000 in bills approved by the Senate. House actions added 200000 for Ottumwa post office and 60000 for Ames, among others, while several sites and building funds were advanced through conference and committee stages.
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Washington, D.C
IoWa
Haves
Senate
Alilson
Delilver
Epegla
Billes
Senato
House
Inya
Ortumwa
Alison
Ottumwa
Wort Dodge
whUe
Laxt
Conference Committee
Allleon
Ames
Lowa
Burlingtom
Cedar Rapids
Council
Maton
Ubu
Bo Hines
Dacorah
Betherville
Shenandoah
Davenport
Governor Cummins Busy Chasing Votes Over Roosevelt Clash
Des Moines reports focus on Governor Cummins touring Iowa in autos to boost national prospects, neglecting duties amid Roosevelt forest conservation push. Critics cite fifteen years of trips to Washington as pretext, while Hurwich moves stock to new Ellig hotel site, offering reduced prices. Daniel Santera reports illness at Logan Avenue home.
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Des Moines
Union
White House
Cummina
Washington
Roosevelt
Thia
Tha Biyl
Lt Fa
Glanton
Major Lagoy
Cummins
Wodehington
Ila
Iowa Shoul
Chadng
Hurwich
Ha Eld
Ellig Hotel
Youtth Street
Harwich
Waterloo
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Plank
U.S
S. H. M. Byers
Uncle Joe
Fraighlin
Airhuto
Robert L. Henry
Speaker Cannon
Ing
Horsee Rascued
Freetop
Child
M. J. Tritz
Farl-Mescher
Haran
Sen
Allison
Bennetor Allison
Walter I. Smith
Chaaing
Daniel Santera
Logan Aygaue
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