DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION - Revision history

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	[[File:~~reavelingmen~~.~~jpg~~\|~~left~~\|thumb\|250px\|1920s promotional sign]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]		[[File:travelingmen.png\|right\|thumb\|250px\|1920s promotional sign]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]

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	[[File:TMC2.jpg\|left\|thumb\|200px\|Image courtesy: Dan Parkin]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]		[[File:TMC2.jpg\|left\|thumb\|200px\|Image courtesy: Dan Parkin]]
			[[File:reavelingmen.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|1920s promotional sign]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]

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	[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized on December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. ~~Dewstoe~~, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)		[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized on December 31, 1883. The officers included [[DEWSTOE, M. R.\|M. R. DEWSTOE]], president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)

	[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.		[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.

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	[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized ON December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)		[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized on December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)

	[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices ~~to join~~. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.		[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.

	The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)		The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)
	January 6, 1901 J.C. Bracker eye injured by bursting of shot-19 days of accident		January 6, 1901 J.C. Bracker eye injured by bursting
	indemnity--$27.15		of shot-19 days of accident indemnity--$27.15

	February 3, 1901 G. M. Coykendall, rib fractured slipping on icy pavement, one week		February 3, 1901 G. M. Coykendall, rib fractured slipping
	payment-$10.00		on icy pavement, one week payment-$10.00

	February 6th, 1901 Mrs. Annie H. Levens, beneficiary of Abe Levens, deceased, first		February 6th, 1901 Mrs. Annie H. Levens, beneficiary of Abe
	payment, first payment death assessment No. 47--$700.00		Levens, deceased, first payment, first payment death assessment
			No. 47--$700.00

	April 4, 1901 Mrs. Annie H. Levans, second payment death assessment--$32.00		April 4, 1901 Mrs. Annie H. Levans, second payment death
			assessment--$32.00

	The social features of the organization included annual banquets which had been resumed in 1921. The group sponsored a daytime river excursion in 1931. (6) In 1941 the Association sponsored an "old-style family picnic" at [[LEISER'S GARDEN]] which was attended by six hundred men, women and children. The afternoon was devoted to games, races and sports, and contests for adults and children. (7)		The social features of the organization included annual banquets which had been resumed in 1921. The group sponsored a daytime river excursion in 1931. (6) In 1941 the Association sponsored an "old-style family picnic" at [[LEISER'S GARDEN]] which was attended by six hundred men, women and children. The afternoon was devoted to games, races and sports, and contests for adults and children. (7)
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	1. 1. Oldt, Franklin T. ''History of Dubuque County''. http://www.ebooksread.com/authors-eng/franklin-t-oldt/history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl/page-21-history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl.shtml		1. Oldt, Franklin T. '''History of Dubuque County, Iowa.''' http://www.ebooksread.com/authors-eng/franklin-t-oldt/history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl/page-21-history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl.shtml

	2. "Our Travelers, ''Dubuque Daily Herald'', December 28, 1894, p, 5		2. "Our Travelers, ''Dubuque Daily Herald'', December 28, 1894, p, 5

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	[[File:TMC2.jpg\|left\|thumb\|200px\|Image courtesy: Dan Parkin]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]		[[File:TMC2.jpg\|left\|thumb\|200px\|Image courtesy: Dan Parkin]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]




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	1. 1. Oldt, Franklin T. ''History of Dubuque County''. http://www.ebooksread.com/authors-eng/franklin-t-oldt/history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl/page-21-history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl.shtml		1. 1. Oldt, Franklin T. ''History of Dubuque County''. http://www.ebooksread.com/authors-eng/franklin-t-oldt/history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl/page-21-history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl.shtml

	2. "Our Travelers, Dubuque Daily Herald, December 28, 1894, p, 5		2. "Our Travelers, ''Dubuque Daily Herald'', December 28, 1894, p, 5

	3. "Travelers Oppose One-Man Car Plan," Telegraph Herald, Apr. 4, 1920, p. 11		3. "Travelers Oppose One-Man Car Plan," ''Telegraph Herald'', Apr. 4, 1920, p. 11

	4. "D. T & B. M. to Swell Membership, Telegraph Herald, June 5, 1921, p. 28.		4. "D. T & B. M. to Swell Membership, ''Telegraph Herald'', June 5, 1921, p. 28.

	5. "Annual Meeting," Telegraph Herald, December 26, 1901, p. 2		5. "Annual Meeting," ''Telegraph Herald'', December 26, 1901, p. 2

	6. "Traveling Men and Business Men Back Day River Excursion," Telegraph Herald and Times Journal,		6. "Traveling Men and Business Men Back Day River Excursion," ''Telegraph Herald and Times Journal'',
	August 23, 1931, p. 18		August 23, 1931, p. 18

	7. "The Interstate Law," Dubuque Daily Herald, Apr. 23, 1887, p. 4		7. "The Interstate Law," ''Dubuque Daily Herald'', Apr. 23, 1887, p. 4

	8. "Traveling Men in Annual Banquet," Telegraph Herald, Dec. 28, 1917, p. 10		8. "Traveling Men in Annual Banquet," ''Telegraph Herald'', Dec. 28, 1917, p. 10

	9. Ibid.		9. Ibid.

	10. "600 Present at Traveling Men's Picnic," Telegraph Herald, Aug. 4, 1941, p. 12		10. "600 Present at Traveling Men's Picnic," ''Telegraph Herald'', Aug. 4, 1941, p. 12

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	[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized ON December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)		[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized ON December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)

	[[File:~~DBMC~~.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices to join. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.		[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices to join. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.

	The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)		The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)

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	[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized ON December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)		[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized ON December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)

	Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices to join. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.		[[File:DBMC.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices to join. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.

	The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)		The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)

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	The social features of the organization included annual banquets which had been resumed in 1921. The group sponsored a daytime river excursion in 1931. (6) In 1941 the Association sponsored an "old-style family picnic" at [[LEISER'S GARDEN]] which was attended by six hundred men, women and children. The afternoon was devoted to games, races and sports, and contests for adults and children. (7)		The social features of the organization included annual banquets which had been resumed in 1921. The group sponsored a daytime river excursion in 1931. (6) In 1941 the Association sponsored an "old-style family picnic" at [[LEISER'S GARDEN]] which was attended by six hundred men, women and children. The afternoon was devoted to games, races and sports, and contests for adults and children. (7)

	The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]		[[File:TMC1.jpg\|left\|thumb\|200px\|Image courtesy: Dan Parkin]]
			[[File:TMC2.jpg\|left\|thumb\|200px\|Image courtesy: Dan Parkin]]The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]

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	[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized in 1883. By 1894 membership had reached 356. (1) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (2)		[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized ON December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. Dewstoe, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)

	Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices to join. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (2) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.		Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices to join. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.

	The organization could point to past local care of members: (3)		The organization could point to past local care of members: (5)
	January 6, 1901 J.C. Bracker eye injured by bursting of shot-19 days of accident		January 6, 1901 J.C. Bracker eye injured by bursting of shot-19 days of accident
	indemnity--$27.15		indemnity--$27.15
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	April 4, 1901 Mrs. Annie H. Levans, second payment death assessment--$32.00		April 4, 1901 Mrs. Annie H. Levans, second payment death assessment--$32.00

	The social features of the organization included annual banquets which had been resumed in 1921. The group sponsored a daytime river excursion in 1931. (4) In 1941 the Association sponsored an "old-style family picnic" at [[LEISER'S GARDEN]] which was attended by six hundred men, women and children. The afternoon was devoted to games, races and sports, and contests for adults and children. (5)		The social features of the organization included annual banquets which had been resumed in 1921. The group sponsored a daytime river excursion in 1931. (6) In 1941 the Association sponsored an "old-style family picnic" at [[LEISER'S GARDEN]] which was attended by six hundred men, women and children. The afternoon was devoted to games, races and sports, and contests for adults and children. (7)

	The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (6) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (7) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (8) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]		The Association was actively involved in the life of the community. In 1887 the members were interested in supporting a law which would challenge railroads from charging more for a short haul than a long one. (8) At their annual banquet in 1917, the members were encouraged to join the Patriotic League of America to "carry forth the spirit of patriotism." (9) In 1920 it took a stand against one-man street car operation. (10) Over the years of its existence, meetings were addressed by everyone from railroad presidents, to those opposed to the Good Roads Program in Iowa, and Senator [[ALLISON, William Boyd\|William Boyd ALLISON]]


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	1. ~~"Our Travelers~~, Dubuque ~~Daily Herald, December 28, 1894, p, 5~~		1. 1. Oldt, Franklin T. ''History of Dubuque County''. http://www.ebooksread.com/authors-eng/franklin-t-oldt/history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl/page-21-history-of-dubuque-county-iowa-being-a-general-survey-of-dubuque-county-histor-tdl.shtml

	2. "Travelers ~~Oppose One-Man Car Plan~~,~~" Telegraph~~ Herald, ~~Apr. 4~~, ~~1920~~, p~~. 11~~		2. "Our Travelers, Dubuque Daily Herald, December 28, 1894, p, 5

	3. "~~D. T & B. M. to Swell Membership~~, Telegraph Herald, ~~June 5~~, ~~1921~~, p. ~~28.~~		3. "Travelers Oppose One-Man Car Plan," Telegraph Herald, Apr. 4, 1920, p. 11

	4. "~~Annual Meeting~~," Telegraph Herald, ~~December 26~~, ~~1901~~, p. 2		4. "D. T & B. M. to Swell Membership, Telegraph Herald, June 5, 1921, p. 28.

	5. "Traveling Men and Business Men Back Day River Excursion," Telegraph Herald and Times Journal,		5. "Annual Meeting," Telegraph Herald, December 26, 1901, p. 2

			6. "Traveling Men and Business Men Back Day River Excursion," Telegraph Herald and Times Journal,
	August 23, 1931, p. 18		August 23, 1931, p. 18

	6. "The Interstate Law," Dubuque Daily Herald, Apr. 23, 1887, p. 4		7. "The Interstate Law," Dubuque Daily Herald, Apr. 23, 1887, p. 4

			8. "Traveling Men in Annual Banquet," Telegraph Herald, Dec. 28, 1917, p. 10

			9. Ibid.

	7. "Traveling Men ~~in Annual Banquet~~," Telegraph Herald, ~~Dec~~. 28, ~~1917~~, p. 10		10. "600 Present at Traveling Men's Picnic," Telegraph Herald, Aug. 4, 1941, p. 12

	~~8. "600 Present at Traveling Men's Picnic," Telegraph Herald, Aug. 4, 1941, p. 12~~

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	[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized on December 31, 1883. The officers included M. R. ~~Dewstoe~~, president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)		[[Image:travelingmen's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px]]DUBUQUE TRAVELING AND BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION. A fraternal and beneficial organization, the Dubuque Traveling and Business Men's Association was organized on December 31, 1883. The officers included [[DEWSTOE, M. R.\|M. R. DEWSTOE]], president and L. M. Langstatif, secretary and treasurer. (1) By 1894 membership had reached 356. (2) In 1910 it became an auxiliary of the [[DUBUQUE COMMERCIAL CLUB]]. (3)

	[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.		[[File:DBMCP.png\|200px\|thumb\|left\|]]Expanding membership was always important. In 1902 professional men were first considered for membership. In 1921 the organization extended a general welcome to traveling men, their employers and office staff in wholesale houses, manufacturing plants, insurance offices, express offices and other offices. The welcome reminded potential members that the Association provided accident and life insurance. The annual dues of two dollars paid the ten dollars per week accident indemnity and all expenses. The life insurance was provided at actual cost. (4) The organization was strictly limited to Dubuque with benefits provided to widows and orphans.