Vindicator and Republican defend stance against marshal law criticism
Readers review shows a single author behind articles in the Enter prize column and denounces anti saloon league and ministerial association critics. The Vindicator and Republican reiterate their duty to state clearly their views and deny accusations of being bought by Brewers association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mare
Enterprise
Anti Saloon League
Avpstate
Dyepur
Ministerial
Vindicator
Marshal Law
Brewer's’ Association
Anti-Snioon League
Candidates for Federal Judgeship Race Debated
The Willow Eagle argues all candidates should withdraw to let the congressional delegation pick. Murphy stays level headed, but doubts any value in withdrawing. No strong reason for any candidate to exit while any has a chance to win the judgeship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Wiulow Eagle
Dons
Murphy
Cedar Begplda street commissioner convicted for city funds
A Cedar Begplda street commissioner was found guilty of obtaining city money under pretenses. The case alleged payroll fraud through fictitious or inflated wages, with the city payroll records showing William Martin Prgulas as a recipient. The verdict centers on public funds and misuse of authority.
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Cedar Begplda
William Martin
Prgulas
Cedar Rapids
Year 1904 Prompts City to Act and Politics Rise
Disjointed 1904 remarks urge action to make the year the best in city history. Democratic senators back Gorman for president. Parker and Bryan are noted, with Japan and China speculated to mobilize amid potential war with Russia. Local obits and appointments mentioned include J. L. Watte and post office staff classifications.
Pope and Cardinal Rampolia in Rome a vivid visit tale
An American woman in Rome recounts her visit to the new pope and the benignant, sympathetic countenance he showed. She notes a kneeling blessing she received and a sacred memory. On All Saints Day at the Gregorian chapel she spots a tall, pale man apart by a tapestry, his long narrow face bowed, a striking figure above the crowd.
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Rome
Vatican
St. Peter's
Saul
Raremonier
Elosa
Cardinal Rampolia
Cardinal Lampilia
God
Leo
St. Peter Wold
Traita
Papal Power and Nepotism Questioned at Vatican
In a Vatican scene Cardinal Rampolia leads a ceremonial procession while the new pope, Pius X, appears distant yet respected. The pontiff’s stance against nepotism and his humble remarks highlight a leadership style admired by many. A Fort Dodge editorial notes cattle price declines affecting farmers despite strong grain prices and rising beef exports.
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Fort Dodge Messenger
Kansas City
Chicago
South
Kansas
Iowa
Wealth of twenty four men controls U S business says Tribune
The Minnesota Tribune notes a small set of capitalists wielding vast power as they own or control major firms. Rockefeller is cited as the richest man, with wealth tied to 9 billion in corporate capital. It argues twenty to thirty men steer the nation’s commerce and wealth, including steel and rail firms with hundreds of thousands of stockholders. The piece ends with an odd plug for salt water oysters from ocean plantations.
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Maréxatile Ma- Hae
New York
Philadelphia
Daneta
Rockefeller
Steel Corporation
Pennsylvania’ S Railroad
United States
Minneapolia Tribune
County Spelling Contest Details in Gruver and February
A county spelling contest is planned with township contests on the second Saturday in January at designated school houses. Participants are divided into two age classes with specific spelling books, and the top pupils will join the county contest in Gruver in February. A prize will go to the county winner, with several officials noted for involvement.
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Gruver
Fanuary
Emmmett CO
Iowa Lake Township
Fred Cheever
Lincoln Township
Dolliver
Kieworth
Sunda Valley
Emmet
Grove School
Estherville
Center
Swan Lake Township
Hess
Amstrong
Armstrong
Denmark Township
Ringsted
Jack Creek
Boseld
High Leake
Spring Grove
Twelve Mile Lake Township
Corner School
Harrogton
Williams & Anderson's
Eatherville
Iowa
Flanigan & Co
Chicago
Maura Z. Pingrey
Rotherville
Telephone Company Announces 1904 Rate Increase in Mason City
The Mason City Telephone Company warns of new rates effective January 1 1904 citing rising operating costs. Business lines rise to 2.00 monthly two party lines 1.50 monthly residence lines 1.50 continuing long distance service. Chief secretary B C Way invites subscribers to review internal earnings and mentions possible new exchanges and council franchise bids amid subscriber discontent.
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Mason City
Iowa
Estherville Exchange
Jobo Hight
B.C. Way
Lt Ie
Wily Council
Royal Reception Trovedyl Broad to Tour Ahead
The Trovedyl Broad plans future rosed appearances with A Royal Reception farce and an excellent Trousdales company set to perform across communities. A Sunday School class of Prof Dukes gave a fine Christmas gift of two brushes. Equity Auditor Ridley and Deputy pater are reportedly involved in age-related matters.
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Trovedyl Broad
Trousdales
Dukes
Ridley
Pater Ana
Christmas Dance Shines at Firemen’s Hall Tonight
The B of R T dance in Firemen’s Hall on Christmas night drew a large crowd and was a splendid success. Ellsworth orchestra supplied music, hall tastefully decorated with red white and green. A caboose rear end oil painting hung on one wall. Dancing lasted until 3 AM. Christmas day was one of the coldest, thermometer at 14 below. Word from Hot Spring says B Tollifson continues to improve in health.
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R. T
Ellaworth
Caboora
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Gorman
Judge Parker
Bryan
Far East
China
Japan
Russia
Panamawne
Lowe Btate Bar Association
Kia
Ames
Corea
Manson Journal
Owan
J. L. Watte
Burlington
England
Senator Lodge
Governor Crane of
Massachuetts
Republican National Committees
Pope and Cardinal
Rampolia
Ayers
Ayer
Pius X
United States Steel Corporation
John D. Rockefeller
Piarpont Morgan
Marshall Field
United Gites
Gqgerel Elsciria
Chesapeake Bay
rarcina-Grupe Co
Doorkeeh
Henry Juhason
Henry Johnson
B. F. Robinson
Dickngon
Eminet
House of Representatives
Juhason
Sinole
Sod
Snd
Sunt Hg
Mrv
Jehasoe
Dean Drug CO
the Telephone Company
Western Electric Telephone Company
Robinson
Cedar's Rapids
Amundson
BR. P. Clark
Lows Lake
M. J. Iverson
Lincoln
I. F. Mabels
High Lake
Ed. C. Andrews
Swan Lake
John Dowsa
C. G. Gouge
Emmat
Albert Romsa
W.J. Warner
A. A. Johnson
James Howe
M. G. Haynes
B. M. Scott
F. J. White
John A. Ketchen
A. B. Hoff
K. K. Nau
B. Tollifson
Oklahoma
Ofics
Leleore
United Biatea
James
Flatchee
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