12 Feb 1897
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1897
Page
1
The document lists county officers including Clerk of District Court H. T. Reynolds and Auditor Bruuve Young. It names Treasurer J. A. Y. Ashby, Recorder 5. E. Parker, Sheriff J. W. Teeter, County Attorney 58. W. Brookhart, County Superintendent Miss Cornelia Klass, County Surveyor D. C. Kyle, and Coroner Dr. C. W. Stewart.
Lawmakers probe government printing volumes to curb waste and save funds. Officials query whether excessive production of many documents serves no public need and increases state expenses.
We feared a bad omen for the new navy but Admiral Bunce's North Atlantic squadron rode a terrible sea storm with no serious damage. Only the battleship Texas emerged from the gale showing issues, while the rest of the fleet appears to be sound.
Railroad commissioners say average passenger haul in Iowa tops two cents, arguing a two cent fare bill would unfairly affect investors. They predict such a fare may come later, only if future travel grows significantly.
The text claims Mark Hanna will become postmaster general, suggesting the shift follows Ohio Governor’s refusal to appoint him to the seat left by Sherman. It argues Hanna is acceptable but Ohio would hold too much cabinet influence.
Widespread interest among men in the lottery business centers on Nevada with hopes that prudent use of money will secure swift law passage legalizing gambling. The piece notes a perceived lack of conscience among Nevada legislators, described as rubbery.
Towne of Minnesota and Dubois of Idaho left the Republican fold as the Populist silver forces shun deserters. They hoped to ride a free silver wave back to power but end up stranded on the inhospitable shores of the Demo Pop coalition, cast as political flotsam and jetsam.
Large factories began operations near Pittsburg this week signaling gradual nationwide business improvement. Despite abundant corn crops lowering prices, those with stock cattle for feeding a year or more now enjoy excellent profit opportunities.
Law proposed to shield testaments from later contesting. It allows a will maker to file the will in a public office for public inspection and to give notice marking a limited window to contest. If heirs fail to sue before the maker’s death, they lose the right to challenge.
A local seller promotes a range of complete Bibles priced from fifty cents to high quality editions. Prospective buyers are invited to inspect the selection, with assurance that choosing from the line will ensure a satisfactory purchase.
East Side Drug Store operated by E C Carris & Co faced local business changes with continued service and product offerings for the community. The notice highlights ongoing operations and neighborhood consumer access.
The legislature faces a powerful lobby of business leaders bankers and corporate interests opposing a proposed revenue bill. The public is largely unaware of the influence pressuring lawmakers and fearing changes that would reduce resistance to taxation. The article suggests lobbyists aim to protect owners of personal property unseen by assessors rather than farmers or real estate owners.
The Washington Democrat argues for Gen. Alger's cabinet prospects praising his governorship and G A R leadership while noting rumors about figures like Grant Sherman Logan and Seigel. It recalls Alger's rise from debt to wealth earned in lumber and a tale of pawning a fur coat and watch to save money for future work.
The Muscatine Journal notes liquor dealer permits rose from 3066 in 1889 to 4502 in 1896 including druggists permits, using the rise as a temperance warning. It calls for a non partisan education campaign to mobilize newspapers and citizens against the liquor traffic.
In Pilotburg merchant Gordon Garver leaves for northeast of Ainsworth to establish a post office on a Dacre land tract. successor Mr. Plank of Sharon Center takes possession this week. Alva Whetstine rents Ed Stump’s place. Will Leadman on Hamilton place. Rev. De Castello preaches to a large crowd. local young folks host a party at J A McCoy’s. an oyster supper at Sherid Wilson’s. Bethel Presbyterian church hosts meetings all week. Howard and Grace Benn visit friends in Washington. In Dublin Supt Hall of Iowa Telephone Co urges $150 of two year limited tickets to connect Dublin lines. New Bethel Epworth League hosts oyster supper at Martin Augustine’s residence on Wednesday Feb 17. typhoid illness in Benj Beitel’s three daughters. Chas Strohm visiting his brother H A in Chicago.
In late 1896 Charles W McCleary reports Brighton and surrounding town life with church revivals, farm sales, sickness, marriages, meetings, and local accidents. He notes Dave Hafferty’s farm sale, numerous social gatherings, and revival efforts at Moravian and U P churches, plus town developments and local trades.
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