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I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: November 13 th , 1874The 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:46- Headlines01:10 - HCHT Ad02:08 - The Schurz Lecture08:56 - A Thanksgiving Proclamation 12:36 - Sponsor: E.L. Pennand Co.13:40 - News Nuggets15:18 - Understanding the Issues of Our Day21:39 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: October 30 th , 1874I 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:46- Headlines01:10 - HCHT Ad02:09 - Distance to the Sun07:52 - Elections in Other States11:56 - Sponsor: Mrs. Dr. Pixley and Son12:38 - News Nuggets14:59 - A Little Variety18:03 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: October 30 th , 1874I 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:46- Headlines01:07 - HCHT Ad02:04 - Railroad Round-Up05:34 - The Eclipse08:36 - Sponsor: Hearth and Home from The Graphic Company09:34 - News Nuggets11:59 - Cow Kleptomania15:26 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: October 23rd, 1874Last 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:46- Headlines01:36 - HCHT Ad02:26 - Abraham Lincoln Monument Dedication08:24 - The Penalty for Gambling08:24 - "Sponsor": P. Saunders and Son12:06 - News Nuggets15:42 - Oxen Racing, Anybody?15:52 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: October 16 th , 1874Elections 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:46- Headlines01:14 - HCHT Ad02:04 - Henry County Election Results04:28 - Iowa Election Results07:00 - "Sponsor": H.N. Crane07:44 - Other State Election Results09:46 - "Sponsor": Hawk-Eye Wagon10:33 - The Issue of the Student Vote15:52 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: October 9th , 1874Election 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:46- Headlines01:28 - HCHT Ad02:10 - Train Centralization07:48 - Intoxicating Liquors in Court11:56 - "Sponsor": P.C. Tiffany12:44 - News Nuggets17:24 - Election Day is Upon Us20:06 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: September 11th , 1874We 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:24 - Into00:40 - Headlines01:18 - HCHT Ad02:04 - A Card from Col. Grusel04:46 - Some New Book Recommendations08:42 - Sine Gifts Enterprise Ad09:58 - News Nuggets12:44 - The Legend of Spirit Lake16:46 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: September 25th, 1874Saturday 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:00 - Disclaimers00:24 - Introduction00:40 - Headlines01:18 - HCHT Ad02:04 - A Bloody Saturday07:22 - Emancipation Day09:42 - Excelsior Stoves Ad10:26 - News Nuggets16:06 - German College Dedication18:24 - Outro

I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: September 4 th , 1874We 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.Henry County Heritage TrustFacebook PageAnnotated Script and BibliographyTime stamps:00:00 - Disclaimers00:24 - Introduction00:46 - Headlines01:10 - HCHT Ad02:02 - From Trenton06:52 - Our Fair11:00 - Tablot Ad12:20 - News Nuggets15:04 - The Latest Styles16:54 - Outro