Star Spangled Banner’s Power and Pitch Barriers Described
Iowa singer Elsie Lincoln drew praise and critique at the Republican state convention for her Star Spangled Banner performance. Musicians noted her wide range, saying the anthem is an air not a hymn unless sung by true artists. Lincoln’s ascent from low pitch to high notes sparked debate over vocal limits and familiarity with the lyrics.
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Iowa
Misa Lincoln
Essie Lincoln
Renewed fight in Nebraska legislature over Christian Science
The piece details a renewed effort in Lincoln to remove Christian Science from Nebraska, contrasting past veto by Gov. Mickey with ongoing advocacy. It notes growing Christian Science numbers, mixed medical opinions, and references to other medical schools and reform debates in a broad, opinionated regional column.
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State University
1925 Health Movements Unite Against New Science
In 1925 osteopathy and Christian Science will probably be universally practiced by the regulars and all will be united in fighting some new science organized to point out Ponce de Leon's fountain of health and eternal youth.
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Shonts Couple Resign Over Washington Red Tape
Theodore Shonts resigns to move to New York to work with business partners and be answerable to businessmen. Mrs. Shonts also resigns and will leave Washington to a town where she can choose friends and where office rank does not affect her standing.
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Washington
Mr. Shonts
New York
Reform talk in Des Moines prompts precinct based council plan
Critics urge a Berlin style plan with representatives from each city precinct and only four council meetings a year. They argue such a system would avoid Galveston Indianapolis Washington Baltimore or Memphis models and could force a legislature to adjourn, leaving Des Moines to the Tammany directorate.
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Colfax Clip Candidate for Jasper County Rep District
Ham Robinson of Colfax Clip per proposes Jasper county representative as a suitable candidate for congress to succeed Major Lacey. John Offill could hardly be charged with making a skyrocket.
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Ham Robinson
The
Colfax Clipper
Jasper County
Major Lacey
John Offill
Ames Plans Real Fire Department for City
The city of Ames moves to establish a real fire department with long needed equipment now being supplied. Officials urge support and public cooperation to ensure swift setup and operation.
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Ames
Legislature in Session Reviews Ames Visit Progress
The legislature resumes sessions as an eqnemittes visit Ames to assess progress and report on recent developments. Officials brief lawmakers on initiatives and local impact.
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The Hired Man Theodore the Complex Servant
A humorous verse from the St. Louis Globe-Democrat about a Washington hired man named Theodore who rules his employer’s life. The speaker praises and teases him, wishing to keep him for years while joking about firing him and hiring him again.
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Theodore
Hisself
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
New Zebra Mule Breeding Experiments at Bethesda Station
The agricultural department at Bethesda Me experiments with new styles of Teddy mules aiming to breed a Roosevelt zeborse a new mule species. They use a large male Abyssinian zebra given to President Roosevelt by King Menelik along with several mares donkeys and horses. The goal is a superior type with astremosity strength endurance and speed.
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Bethesda
Roosevelt
Menelik
Arthur Lincoln Hurt After Fall From Train En Route to Des Moines
Arthur Lincoln son of Gen J R Lincoln was badly injured Thursday night when he fell from a southbound passenger train bound for Des Moines. He suffered facial wounds with the right cheek bone exposed and remained unconscious until doctors treated him. He is recovering at home and expected to be well soon. The two cent fare bill is gaining popularity.
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McKinley
Nelson A. Miles
Miles
Shafter
Tampa
Florida
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House Committee On
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Carroll
Ames Intelligencer
Iowa State Tol
Des Moines
Ames
Chicago & North-Western
Carroll -Carroll Herald
Arthur Lincoln
J. R. Lincoln
Drs. Templeton
Bare
Farm at a Bargain in Delaware County Referees Sale
Three hundred twenty acres of land in one piece will be sold February 6 at a referees sale. The property lies in the richest dairy belt in the west in Delaware County and invites offers from interested buyers.
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