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Newspaper
Webster City Tribune
Location
Webster City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
3
The item notes a Hamilton county primary elections pamphlet printed by the Freeman-Tribune with rules and prices. It mentions distribution details, office contacts, and a span of local topics from school gifts to business activity and land concerns, plus updates on local newspapers and barber shop changes.
The Freema newspaper in Hamilton county traces its origins to Hon. Charles A and the change of control to J. D. Hunter. Photographer M. W. Stark wins major prizes at the Town Photographer's Association convention in Sioux City. A Webster City train pass through with E. H. Harriman of the Southern Pacific aboard signals possible through-train plans. Harriman entourage travels over 10,000 miles since Feb 28 while rail expansion rumors surface about Chicago, Omaha, and Chicago routes with Central and Union Pacific links.
H. Tuttle has sold his meat market to Mr. Weirham of Jewell. Weirham will not assume possession before about July 1. Tuttle plans retirement from the meat business but will stay in the city as a resident.
C H Brown is announced as a candidate for constable of Boone township. He is an active republican with strong qualifications and is expected to be a formidable foe at the polls.
A resident of Bank Street appeals to the Ede Freeman-Tribune that a fence in front of the old brick Litchfield Mfg Co warehouse blocks the sidewalk. The nuisance forces pedestrians into the street, especially in mud, and prompts questions about building safety and removal requirements.
The Hamilton County primary rules require each candidate to notify the county central committee chair at least fifteen days before the primary and pay expenses as determined. The fifteen day deadline expired Saturday night, so any candidate failing to notify cannot have their name printed on ballots.
George R Bradbury plans a first class new grocery in the Kamrar block once stock and fixtures are bought in Des Moines He aims for a July 15 opening and promises up to date merchandise from an experienced grocer in residence tonight.
The text reports BVH Himebaugh concluding a constable candidacy and deciding to remain in the race through the primary on the 14th, despite friends' disappointment over using his name in connection with the matter. Supporters express confidence in his chances.
A Monday night alumni meeting in Willson parlors effected a reorganization of the society. Banquets will be open to the public. An executive committee now handles management with the superintendent of schools as ex-officio chairman. members include Jesse Cleveland Geo C Tucker Winnifred Dunlap and Emma Cash for the coming year.
A Boone Republican criticizes Democrats over focusing on Mount Pelee and volcanic danger to justify abandoning the Philippines. He argues volcanic eruptions have killed thousands and destroyed villages, urging Democrats to avoid appealing to public opinion against colonial ties.
The new town of Wilke midway between Williams and Alden on the Illinois Central is growing and attracting farmers. Residents urge a Wilke post office to improve mail service for locals and those using the station.
The three year old Georgie Hawks, son of Mr and Mrs William Hawks of Palo Alto county, died from lung fever that developed into pneumonia. His body was brought to this city and buried at Saratoga cemetery on Thursday May 29. Mrs Hawks, confined to bed at the time, could not attend the burial. She is a daughter of Elisha Neese of Saratoga and has relatives in the city.
An old advertisement promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tabs as a one day cure for a cold. It promises full refund if not effective and bears E. W. Grove’s signature on each box.
Chauncy Thompson an early Cass township settler died Sunday morning June 1 1902 at his brother Sam uel’s home seven miles northeast of Webster City. He was 69 and had lived in the county 32 years leaving no family. He resided with his brother and was described as upright and peaceful. He leaves three brothers and one sister. Funeral at Cass Center church Monday at 3 pm conducted by Rev O L Spurgeon.
At the Republican judicial convention in Fort Dodge J R Whitaker W D Evans and J H Richard were nominated for the Eleventh district district court for four years On the ballots Whitaker won 160 of 186 Evans 78 Addison 18 and Richard 86 The convention declared the nominations unanimous The event featured extensive campaigning and harmony among delegates with Wambach named to the district central committee and hopes of a large fall majority voiced.
The record details multiple United States land conveyances to William Striderpat June 1565 to Richards McVicker and H C Tuttle by G L Castner for block 17 lot 9 in Blairsburg at 35 dollars. Edwin Cade receives portions in blocks 13 and 36 86 24. Aaron Adams secures BW Qt NW and NW SW in 86 24.
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