The dreary demeanor of drunken desperadoes disappointingly darkened the streets of Mount Pleasant on Christmas Eve. A great deal of damage was done to a local saloon as well as within the Mayor’s office.

Numerous night-owl natives were dressed to the nines for the series of masquerade balls held over the last few weeks. Hear about some of the wacky costumes witnessed as well as the pitiful attempt to raise funds for the needy at one of these balls.

And later, the identity inscrutableness of an inhabitant indicted of impersonating for investments has captured the attention of the people of our county as a Mr. Nixon has his day in court over the charge of forgery from over five years ago.

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00:40- Headlines

01:28 - HCHT Ad

02:24 - A Christmas Brawl

05:59 - Sponsor: Wishart's Pine Tree Tar Cordial

06:51 - Market Recapitulation

07:27 - A Season for Dancing

10:38 - Sponsor: Bird's Baking Powder

11:22 - News Nuggets

14:40 - Iowa v. Nixon

20:39 - Outro

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The Civil Rights bill has sat on the tables of Congress for nearly four years now. The time has come for a final push to get the bill into law before it becomes completely lost to the public conscience and progress towards an equal country is stunted.

We examine the efficacy of Temperance Legislation in the driest state in the Union, Maine.

And later, I recount the events of last Sunday as hundreds of men in Keokuk took up arms to prevent an attack by the Kukulx which never happened.

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00:46- Headlines

01:15 - HCHT Ad

02:13 - The Civil Rights Bill

09:34 - Does Prohibition, Prohibit?

14:29 - Sponsor: J.S. Wertz Weather Strip

15:12 - News Nuggets

19:47 - An Attack That Didn't Happen

23:23 - Outro

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The outgoing Senator from Missouri, Carl Schurz, gave a thought provoking presentation last week that left many longing for more than they received.

Governor Carpenter makes an official proclamation for Thanksgiving Day.

And later, I make some educated guesses on the lack luster voter turnout from the previous election and make some assumptions as to how the next two years may shape out for the two main parties in our country.

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00:24 - Into

00:46- Headlines

01:10 - HCHT Ad

02:08 - The Schurz Lecture

08:56 - A Thanksgiving Proclamation

12:36 - Sponsor: E.L. Pennand Co.

13:40 - News Nuggets

15:18 - Understanding the Issues of Our Day

21:39 - Outro

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I give a round-up of railroad news and happenings from the last week, as it was quite an active one.

The lunar eclipse over the weekend was a spectacular stellar sight. I recount the progression of this event and the reactions of townspeople who came out to witness the event.

And later, the great mystery of cow kleptomania in our area may have finally been cracked, with arrests, confessions, and answers flooding in this last week.

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00:46- Headlines

01:10 - HCHT Ad

02:09 - Distance to the Sun

07:52 - Elections in Other States

11:56 - Sponsor: Mrs. Dr. Pixley and Son

12:38 - News Nuggets

14:59 - A Little Variety

18:03 - Outro

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I give a round-up of railroad news and happenings from the last week, as it was quite an active one.

The lunar eclipse over the weekend was a spectacular stellar sight. I recount the progression of this event and the reactions of townspeople who came out to witness the event.

And later, the great mystery of cow kleptomania in our area may have finally been cracked, with arrests, confessions, and answers flooding in this last week.

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00:24 - Into

00:46- Headlines

01:07 - HCHT Ad

02:04 - Railroad Round-Up

05:34 - The Eclipse

08:36 - Sponsor: Hearth and Home from The Graphic Company

09:34 - News Nuggets

11:59 - Cow Kleptomania

15:26 - Outro

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Last week in Springfield saw a wonderful and massive celebration at the tomb of the late Abraham Lincoln, as speeches were delivered by the President, the Vice-President, Lincoln’s closest friends, and many other men of note. Hear the contents of some of these orations and the series of events as if you were there yourself.

Gambling has become a present reality related to elections of our officials, as well as on the winners of the catagories at our fairs. I deliver a word of warning to gamblers, for they are in violation of the law, as well as those in our community which may be able to help those unable to help themselves.

And later, I ponder if it would not be a worthy investment to engender within working oxen a quickness to their step so as to enable a greater level of efficiency for farmers, as well as a possible new form of entertainment in our community.

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00:46- Headlines

01:36 - HCHT Ad

02:26 - Abraham Lincoln Monument Dedication

08:24 - The Penalty for Gambling

08:24 - "Sponsor": P. Saunders and Son

12:06 - News Nuggets

15:42 - Oxen Racing, Anybody?

15:52 - Outro

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Elections were held back on Tuesday in Iowa, Ohio, Indiana, Nebraska, and West Virginia. This edition will announce all the results we have available to us, making projections when necessary, of our county and state, as well as the previously mentioned states.

Later, I will discuss a possible solution to issue of student non-resident voting in Iowa, which has be practiced in ambiguity for years but has all the while been illegal and may soon find itself at the mercy of the courts in the next session.

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00:46- Headlines

01:14 - HCHT Ad

02:04 - Henry County Election Results

04:28 - Iowa Election Results

07:00 - "Sponsor": H.N. Crane

07:44 - Other State Election Results

09:46 - "Sponsor": Hawk-Eye Wagon

10:33 - The Issue of the Student Vote

15:52 - Outro

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Election Day is next week. This week I wanted to take the opportunity to refresh you on two of the most important issues of our day that will be impacted by your vote next Tuesday. The first is a summary of the Rail road centralization bill before Congress, which was drafted by our own Rep. McCrary. The second is a recap of the ways in which temperance legislation has been played out in the courts following the end of the last session of the Iowa Supreme Court.

And later, I will hope to rouse all voters to turn out next week and ensure that their neighbors do the same, as I fear for the stability of our nation under the current and unceasing threat coming from southern terrorist leagues and the mockery they deliver to our fought for democracy.

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00:46- Headlines

01:28 - HCHT Ad

02:10 - Train Centralization

07:48 - Intoxicating Liquors in Court

11:56 - "Sponsor": P.C. Tiffany

12:44 - News Nuggets

17:24 - Election Day is Upon Us

20:06 - Outro

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We have received a letter from the stricken Col. Gruesel one week after his altercation with Charley Eshelman. Hear how the sir recounts his perception of the bloody and violent events from last week.

I give you a couple of new book recommendations to consider ahead of the winter’s snow.

And later, I recount the trip I took this week up to Spirit Lake and the altogether curious sequence of events.

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00:40 - Headlines

01:18 - HCHT Ad

02:04 - A Card from Col. Grusel

04:46 - Some New Book Recommendations

08:42 - Sine Gifts Enterprise Ad

09:58 - News Nuggets

12:44 - The Legend of Spirit Lake

16:46 - Outro

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Saturday saw a bloody affair between a number of men with hurt prides and axes to grind. Windows were broken, stones were literally thrown, and the freedom of the press was questioned by public hands. Hear how this all came to a head and what came of it.

The celebrations of Tuesday’s Emancipation Day were a huge success. I’ll tell you about the proceedings and fine festivities from this year’s extravaganza.

And later, we join in celebration as the German College opens their doors to new students and opportunities for German education in the region.

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00:00 - Disclaimers

00:24 - Introduction

00:40 - Headlines

01:18 - HCHT Ad

02:04 - A Bloody Saturday

07:22 - Emancipation Day

09:42 - Excelsior Stoves Ad

10:26 - News Nuggets

16:06 - German College Dedication

18:24 - Outro

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We hear from a Trenton resident as she recounts her recent journey to Mount Pleasant, as well as the goings-on in her town.

I recap some of the marvelous things going on right now at the county fair.

And later, turmoil has erupted and more blood has been shed in Louisiana as the White League continues their reign of terror in the South.

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00:00 - Disclaimers

00:24 - Introduction

00:46 - Headlines

01:10 - HCHT Ad

02:02 - From Trenton

06:52 - Our Fair

11:00 - Tablot Ad

12:20 - News Nuggets

15:04 - The Latest Styles

16:54 - Outro

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The Tax Sale listings have arrived. Hear who failed to pay to the state and what rates some of the plots will be going for in the coming weeks.

The Minnesota committee tasked with investigating their former auditor’s funds handling have presented their findings and... it’s not going to look good on the late man’s legacy.

And later, after the delay put into place due to new building construction over the summer, the graduation class of Whittier College celebrates their commencement and presents their series of lectures with various degrees of enthusiasm and effectiveness.

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00:46 - Headlines

01:10 - HCHT Ad

01:58 - Tax Sale

10:54 - Minnesota Money Mismanagement

12:50 - S. Herrick Ad

13:30 - News Nuggets

16:50 - Whittier College Commencement

19:32 - Outro

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Tragedy has befallen the McDowell family this week, after their youngest son intentionally ingested poison, ending his life.

The new heard law referendum has come. Hear how and what to vote on.

And later, hear about the latest styles which have become available in our community thanks to the proprietors of one local shop.

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00:00 - Disclaimers

00:59 - Introduction

01:20 - Headlines

01:39 - HCHT Ad

02:20 - A Sad Story of Suicide

06:28 - The Heard Law

07:54 - Merriam-Webster Ad

09:24 - News Nuggets

13:14 - The Latest Styles

16:31 - Outro

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• Our friendly Occasional reply's to Fair Play's previous response to the matters of finance, the gold standard, and inflation
• I present a series of maxims and observations to for the betterment of our lives and sensibilities
• Could the cure for consumption come from the blood of sheep?

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We hear a response to a our recently featured response on the issues of paper money and the gold standard.

A warning needs to be aired to travelers planning to stay in hotels in Burlington.

And later, it seems that the habeas corpus marriage trend from out east has come to our neck of the woods.

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The Beecher-Tilton scandal has new developments, including vows of silence, released letters, police reports, and even Ms. Susan B. Anthony.

The habits of two families chickens resulted in playground warfare and a court hearing.

And later, I present a proposition which many feel would greatly improve the commerce of our city: constructing a bridge across the Skunk River.

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Letter from Beecher to Mrs. Tilton

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We hear a response to a previous writer on the issue of money and financing in America.

I recount my conversations I had with a sheriff, a U.S. marshal, and a fugitive.

And later, I report live from Indianapolis, where I attended the National Butter Convention.

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The independent press is under attack from some in the federal government

The Normal Literary Society holds a discussion on the question of compulsory education

Mr. Clarke learns the hard way that crime doesn't pay

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Have you been to the post office lately? You may have a letter waiting for you. Find out if you are overdue on a visit.

Are you tired of toothaches and stomachaches? Your ice water consumption could be the cause of your ills. Learn what medical professionals are telling us about the potential dangers of the beverage.

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We hear from a concerned citizen on the issue of inflation, banking, and money circulation.

And later, Decision ’74: where do you stand on the temperance question? We hear just how divided the Republicans alone seem to be on the issue of intoxicating drinks, as well as our nation’s health experts.

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I go to the Anti-Monopolists of Henry County convention as they prepare for the state-wide convention next week.

With the Russian Empire on the brink of war, thousands of Mennonites are expected to flee to America. We learn more about these Christians and why many may be calling Iowa their new home.

We talk to Dr. D.W. Robinson about his introduction of a “bloodless” surgery that could help save people otherwise deemed as good as gone.

And lastly, we hear from Iowa Wesleyan as they end their academic year and celebrate the achievements of the class of ’74

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