Iowa Reform Through The Thirty Second Assembly
The legislature fulfilled its pledge by pursuing reform with less noise and more effect than prior Iowa assemblies. Governor Cummins showed sincerity in his statements and term, marking a significant era in Iowa politics as the Register and Leader reflected on its measured, reasoned support for progress and independence from slander. A cable from Joseph Pulitzer lauds the World’s staff for fighting for reform, opposing corruption, and remaining independent in serving the public welfare.
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General Assembly
Iowa
Cummins
Peo
Register
Buncombe
New York World
Joseph Pulitzer
Europe
Pulitzer
Alway
Howard Clark for Congress A Straightforward Campaign
The Mail and Times proposes Howard Clark as a direct, unwavering candidate for Congress. He would address issues boldly, go to the front, and pursue his goals without hedging or dodging, delivering clear outcomes or reasons why.
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The
Mail
Times
Howard Clark
Congress
Governor appoints pardon board with three members
Governor Cummins names Hon. William Wadsworth H Berry of Indianola Hon. P A Smith of Scranton and Dr J M Emmert of Atlantic to the pardon board Berry decides on legal pardon applications Emmert assesses mental and physical condition and Smith takes a tough stand John Hungerford backs Smith as a modern Cincinnatus Temple assigns federal prisoners to the penitentiary with no board jurisdiction.
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Cummins
William Wadsworth H. Berry
Indianola
P. A. Smith
Scranton
J. M. Emmert
Atlantic
Berry
Emmert
Smith
John Hungerford
United States District Attorney
Temple
Fire destroys home of Hon. Lafe Young
Fire caused serious loss to the Capital resident Hon. Lafe Young, with many friends across the state expressing regret over the disaster.
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Lafe Young
Saloonkeepers Warned by New Liquor Law
The Boone saloonkeepers should heed a warning issued under a new liquor law as authorities enforce compliance and clarify permissible practices.
Ames Eyes Center for Semi Centennial Celebration
Ames residents push to retire Capt. Hull from active duties at Washington. The city seeks a government building for the Semi Centennial celebration of the Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts. Ames claims strong post office receipts in the Seventh district, outranking Boone Webster City and Cedar Falls.
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Ames
Capt. Hull
Washington
Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts
Des Moines
Boone
Webster City
Cedar Falls
Improved Liquor Law Clarifies Parental Consent Requirement
The last general assembly amended the code so that section 2403 prohibits selling or giving liquor to minors without written parental or guardian consent. The reform tightens wording and keeps the focus on drunkards and habitual users. Supporters say it offers a clearer, timely improvement despite Rankin bill defeat.
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General Assembly
Rankin
Pennsylvania journalism and anti cartoon law debate takes odd turn
A Pennsylvania bill would legalize revenge on editors or writers for newspaper articles. Collier's Weekly jokes editors wear steel mesh underclothing. The piece hints at a municipally owned press.
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Pennsylvania
Pennypacker
Collier's Weekly
Steel Trust
O. K
Farmers Meetings Unite Newton and Jasper County
The Newton business community and Jasper county farmers are holding enthusiastic meetings to improve business and agriculture on the Ames plan. The gatherings aim to strengthen ties between farmers and rural merchants, promoting closer economic and social relations and resisting foreign mail order influence.
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Newton
Jasper County
Ames
America
Italy
Townsend Hisey Seeks Accomplished Wife in Presidential Bid
Andrew Townsend Hisey, who campaigned for Iowa governor last fall and now aims for the presidency, has advertised for an accomplished wife. Once a subject of lighthearted jokes, his wheelbarrow campaigns have lost that charm, prompting readers to ask why Tama county or others do not stop his travels.
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Andrew Townsend Hisey
Iowa
United States
Mr. Hisey
Tama County
Printing prices raised in Hamilton county
Hamilton county printers announce immediate price increases for job work due to higher paper costs at mills. The article notes local firms must balance prices with rising costs and questions whether current rates are fair amid the coming summer.
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Hamilton County
Cured of Rheumatism by Pain Balm Experiment
Mr. Wm. Henry of Chattanooga Tennessee reports rheumatism in his left arm eased after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm and nightly flannel wraps. He says strength returned and the rheumatism vanished in three weeks with no relapse. Sold by Lughran & Bauer and Joel Cagrion.
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Wm. Henry
Chattanooga
Tenn
Chamberlain
Lughran & Bauer
Joel C. Cagrion
Texas Interurbans Chief Engineer Macy Heads Galveston Line
Be C Macy, I B C class of 1896 graduate, railroading veteran, currently chief engineer for Stone Webster on the Galveston Houston interurban line. He previously led Iowa Central as chief engineer and helped build a six hundred thousand dollar power plant on the St. Croix river providing Minneapolis and St. Paul power. Macy, son in law of F C Tilden of Ames, aims for fast interurban service between Galveston and Houston.
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BE. C. Macy
St. Croix River
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Galveston
Texas
Stone & Webster
Galveston Houston
Macy
F. C. Tilden
Ames
Houston
United States
Ames Band Receives New Bass Drum
The Ames band unveiled a new bass drum arriving last week, bringing joy to band members and listeners who hear their music.
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Ames
Iowa Rail Legislation Shapes Joint Rates and Labor Rules
The legislature advanced a joint rate bill empowering the railroad commission to set joint rates across connecting lines, aiding shippers financially. The demurrage bill failed amid railroad opposition, while other measures—including hours of labor limits, express rate authority, and warehouse receipts becoming negotiable—were approved. A joint resolution backed a constitutional amendment for direct Senate election.
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Railroad Commission
United States
Iowa
Corporation Legislation Advances In State
A series of proposed laws targets corporate political contributions and chartering. Key measures require AG approval for charters, tighten anti trust rules, ban stock misrepresentation, curb grain market combines, demand cash paid up stock, and levy annual reports with modest fees to boost state revenue.
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Peterson
Insurance Legislation Passes Fire Policy Standard in Iowa
The Iowa legislature approved key measures shaping insurance oversight. A standard form for fire policies was enacted and mutual associations reformed to raise standards. Proxies in elections are limited, truthfulness required for insurers, stock payments must be paid up, and expenditure vouchers mandated. While major life policy bills failed, substantial insurance reforms were enacted.
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Insurance Commission
Office of Auditor of State
Iowa
Tied Boy to Tree and Let Him Freeze in Northern New York
Jefferson county authorities uncover a year old cruelty case after Leon Tift, a boy from Ellisburg, says his mother tied him to a tree and left him to freeze. He lost both legs before being found by county supervisors visiting the orphan asylum. The boy was later treated at Water town hospital, and his father and stepmother disappeared. District Attorney Pitcher vows a full probe and potential conspiracy charges.
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Jefferson County
New York
Leon Tift
Pitcher
County Supervisors
Orphan Asylum
Te Regress
Ellisburg
Watertown
Cherokee Bill Maimed Soldier Breaks Arm in Fall
The noted veteran known as Cherokee Bill, once an Indian fighter and Rough Rider, now lives in a Washington area soldiers home. He has one arm and one leg remaining with many scars and bullet wounds. He recently fractured his only remaining arm while falling on a sidewalk.
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Bill
Washington
Eighth Cavalry
Rough Riders
Cuba
Roosevelt
Three Year Old Child Sentenced in Weinfelden Case
News from Switzerland reports a crime court in Weinfelden Thurgo gia canton sentenced a three year old child to three and a half months imprisonment for taking two toys from a shop to give to his sister. The defendant claimed no malicious intent and the incident occurred as he passed the toy shop.
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Switzerland
Weinfelden
Thurgogia
Courtroom Sorrow: Man Carried After Final Sentencing
A man faced a final sentencing in court and was carried in by officers as he screamed, then taken to jail by a bulky policeman. The scene conveys the severity of the outcome and the emotional unrest in the courtroom.
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Ne Enta
Ames social notes report visitors and residents
Miss Hannah Clark of Des Moines visits Ames while Miss Vivian Hager of Eagle Grove visits friends. Mr Milo Manning moves into a new home next week and Mrs Ben Brenneman is reported about this morning. M B Livingston buys the B A Knudson residence on Iowa Street. Rev Wilson of the E church resides in Henry Wilson home. Mrs Fred Munn returns from San Diego next week. Mr and Mrs Geo White return to Ames from Crookston and plan to make their future home here. Miss Jessie Nickerson visits Ringstead. her niece accompanies her home. Mrs Prof Lawrence Hodson returns from Grinnell with her parents Rev and Mrs Douglass. Nonpareil club honors Little, the baby daughter of Mr and Mrs Carl Little, with a souvenir spoon. The Little Dutch band gives a concert in the college chapel. attendance is satisfactory. D B Cooley of Cooley Jones returns home after weeks in New York.
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College Chapel
D. B. Cooley
Cooley & Jones
New York
Fifty Ninth Birthday Surprise for Mr Dixson
Friends and neighbors of Mr. I N Dixson surprised him on his forty ninth birthday Wednesday night. About forty people gathered after seven and enjoyed a fine supper prepared by the housewives.
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I. N. Dixson
High School Class Selects Mr. Bob for May Play
The 1907 class has chosen Mr. Bob for their upcoming May play. Cast includes Florence Dunham, Gertrude Gardner, Katherine, Florence Caldwell, Aunt Becky, Opal Culp, Patty, Chas, Beardshear, Jenkins, John Gardner, Mr. Brown, and Max Hardin.
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Mr. Bob
Florence Dunham
Bob
Gertrude Gardner
Katherine
Florence Caldwell
Becky
Opal Culp
Patty
Chas
Beardshear
Jenkins
John Gardner
Mr. Brown
Max Hardin
Wanted A Girl at the Lawton Hotel Ames
A terse Ames notice seeks a girl described as missing or sought after with few readable details. The item appears in a Lawton Hotel context, signaling a public notice or lost-and-found style appeal from the period.
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Lawton Hotel
Ames
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Fred Munn
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Crookston, Minn
Jessie Nickerson
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