Prohibition Legislation Stance As Legislature Deliberates
Des Moines reports indicate no liquor license options will pass this session. A senate caucus shows Republicans unified against licensing while some Democrats may align with them. In the house, partisan debate continues over Blanchard’s pensions reform and a condemning resolution. The senate adjourned around 3 PM, with the house adjourning later.
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Ivete
Lcense
Senate
Tegarik
Ida Om
Veudny
The Afton Murder Confession and Local Court News
Afton murder case details emerge with a confession naming a man Aigld as the planner. Jack Gibson and a young writer were present when the crime occurred near Afton. the accused showed fear during arrest and purportedly said a key witness has turned state's evidence. Upper Des Moines Liberal and associated papers report on regional meetings and court decisions with various local officials and proceedings.
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Dell Bakieesan
Naud Wiad Cresaos
Laydan
Dell Baldersof
Vontesson
Aigld
Daames
Jack Gibson
Winster
Catavens
Aften
Mitchell Deflects Complaint After Narrow Defeat
Charley Mitchell sent a letter to The World stating he faced a weightier opponent and desires no complaint, praising his rival’s performance and his own conduct. The Jacksonville dispatch notes Mitchell’s respectful reaction and acceptance of the loss. A separate report from Jacksonville announces a proposed glove contest between Lon Fitzsimmons and Dan Creedon on March 8 for $10,000 a side, with local club support pending authorities.
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New York
Jacksonville
Charley Mitchell
Sporting Editor
Cid
Mar
Fatzsimus Veus Wand Creedon
Lol Fitzsimmons
Dan Creedon
Duval Cub
Proceedings at Des Moines Chronicle Era Summary
Proceedings at Des Moines report legislative activity in the Iowa assembly with multiple bills and resolutions. Proposals include fraud prevention by a state committee, rail safety enforcement, veterans’ pensions, prohibition measures, and compensation reforms. The Senate and House actions, debates, and adjournment timings are noted alongside artistically cluttered names and local political factions.
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Upper Des Moines
Upper Des Sloines
Corn Belt Association
Iowa
South Dakota
Payne
Nevada Republican
Te Unngerford
Caroll Merald
Wiith Tram
Mort Dodge Times
Court House
Rosewater
Omaha
Jackson County Contest Results and Hospital notes
Report on the Jackson county contest seating Stephens the Republican against Richards the Democrat with Stephens winning by a substantial margin. Also detailed is hospital statistics from Independence including capacity, wards, cottages, and ongoing construction costs and plans for a new wing and farm acreage along with asylum occupancy and proposed appropriations.
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WLM
Stephens
Jackson County
WM Stephens
WW. Richards
Windenes
Ll. Mauchive
Stee
Tulearg Geass
Congress Debates Tax Plan Amid Stiff Opposition
The session will continue Thursday at 2 pm with a key speed order on the tax bill. Democratic and Republican peers clash over whether to delay or advance the measure and debate revenue components. The vote hinges on party lines as committees prepare to send the bill to the floor for final passage.
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Maries
Milley
Teedean
Cuba
Aston
Opie Vast Teasiae
Intu Polities
ALOR
al Fang Powtisan
Olen
Addy
Tas
D Vite
Elchilean
Nicol
Hemme
Dawa
Sawyer
Wilson
Senate
Wasuigrox
Dan
Beta Endias
Mae Reed
Pratt
Claus
Watts
Doenici Vie
Sonoma
Ory
Denver
Gore
Presidential nominations reveal several diplomatic postings
A historic list outlines nominations including Thomans Moanlivnt of Kansas as envoy and minister plenipotentiary to Bollvis United states, Frank W Roberts of Maine as consul at Nogales, and William J. Desmond as U S marshal. Gun prices are cited, Armstrong steel at 50 per ton, Krupp at 900, Whitworth at 125.
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Poni Mane
Pontunistor
Tira Et Dubuque
Wasunntoy
Tuy
Senate
Thomans Moanlivnt
Kansas
Atraoredicary
Bollvis
United States
Athe
Texas
Acapulco
Mexio
Talus
Bews
Cateats
W Roberts
Maine
Nogales
Mexico
William J. Desmond
Northeen
Cotamadore
John G. Watler
Saltz
Corning
Moses Mcraw
Duvugie
Thomas Bowman
Conner Fitts
Whitworth
American Legation Burglary Sparks Inquiries
Robbers breached doors at the American legation last night and set fire to papers. Archives were destroyed or damaged including new valuable documents. Minister Potter announced the loss as investigators pursue clues without identifying suspects. The motive remains unclear whether ordinary burglars or aimed to wreck the offices and papers.
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Wystery
Gental Nil Uken
Potter
Destructive Bath Fire Strikes City and Damages Businesses
A disastrous blaze in Bath destroyed a substantial portion of the central business district. Firefighters battled flames for hours, with most of the burned area left inaccessible. Emergency crews reported extensive property loss and ongoing investigations.
Militia Inspection Reports Published After Debate
The War Department reversed earlier secrecy, approving public release of militia inspection reports. Army officers debated hidden critiques and praised content, with priests and inspectors involved in compiling annual summaries for the inspector general. Local papers carried copies, sparking wider discussion within National Guard units.
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Wastiniedes
Phe Wat
Celanvel
Wital
Suimmer
National Guard
War Department
Phelps Seeks Deep Tax Cut Amid Tariff Debate
In Chicago, Speaker WoH Chelps discussed tariff plans, urging radical duty reductions and broader competition. The Ways and Means Committee cut metal tariffs by about 66 percent, while Missouri sheet sink manufacturers push for higher protection. Phelps endorses further reductions and notes support from committee members.
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Chelps
Chicago
Missouri
Wilsow
Joans
Bishop of Lingoln Sued Over Arrest Sparks Church Rift
A chaotic scene unfolded after the arrest of Right Rev. Thomas Bonacum, bishop of the Catholic see, on criminal charges brought by Father Gobet of Palmyra. Accusations involve ecclesiastical procedures and a suspender order amid parishioners anger and mixed reactions from clergy. Bishop Bonacum was released pending preliminary hearing as tensions flared within the diocese.
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Tascors
Simone
Thomas Bonacum
Arest
Crminal Ives
Gobet
Palmyra
Wiie
Mgr Satolli
Corbett
Father Corbett
Appia
Mather
Curvitt
Alleoss
Funk
Rome
Tarererie
Cathy Patito
Henussy
Pasatayely
Patuer Corbett
Boraciun
Bouncum
Quebec Ice Carnival Opens Amid Fortress Ice Structures
Prime Jan 29 marked the start of the Quebec Ice Carnival with an ice fortress on Hinforty Walls and a monument to a natal commander. Official ceremonies featured Governor General Lord Aberdeen, a crowded crowd, and multiple events including bowling, athletic displays, and the illumination of the citadel.
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Hinforty
Canada
Freneral Montemery
Ice
Natal
Pauls
New York
Has Excellency
Lord Aberdeen
Exercices
Elrb
St Rowbes
Quebec
Levis
Citadel House
Yuierin Terrace
Snowslide Fatalities At Idaho Mountain Settlement
Four young girls aged from 6 to 18 die in a snowslide thatbursts through a house in an isolated Idaho mountain settlement. An infant survived. Mr and Mrs Thompson slept downstairs with guests escaping unharmed. The deaths occurred as the party rested after stopping at a ranch for the night.
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Sara Gane Crry
Idaho
le Mer
Prairies
Fomnpsen
Ang
Girs
Iowa to be second class city March 1
A long list of Iowa items notes West Tinion becoming a city of the second class after March 1. Reports cover jail condemnations, society meetings, grand lodge events, a Rock Rapids firm assignment for creditors, horse troubles, electric plant work, jury law amendments, pork packing plant contract in Mason City, a bank suit, Sheldon census, and various municipal and legal actions across the state.
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West Tinion
Che Jowa
Marengo
Soteh-Irish Society of America
Dea Mores
Grand Worm Maudery Knights Templars of Sons
Spirit Lake
C E Henderson
Rock Rapids
Howard County
F.G. Tadlman
Rand
Burlington
Tama and
Voledo Electric Light and
Dubuque
Winterble
Primghar
Maritoes’ Associaion
Des Moines
Aay
Tudge Woolson
Federal Court
Ab Bheohule
Tow Reiehark
T Melook
J F Wilson
Chicago
Santa Fe
California
Independence Driving Club
Stontag
A. A Farwell
Wow Denman
Joseph Baksa
Cedar Rapids
Vernon
Des Maimes
Odd Fellows
Glanwood
Iowa
G M. Powers
Cellar Rapids
Tug
Decorah
Ferguson
Stilelear
Johnson Brigham
Midland
Leroy Truax
The
Marshalltown
Cedar Rapws
Dea Main
Laws Telephone
E Paistinay
Flw Chamberlain
George C Tenry
Lamonte Cowles
Ida Maxwell
Monticello
Chicaro
Mel Maywell
Ttmney General Stone
Late Young
Iowa Press Assocution
Tuts
Royal Netherland Tennited States
New York
Poutégue Sur-Mer
France
Bard
Sportamen
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Lons Co
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