Appointment of Thomas Arthur to Logan judgeship draws criticism
Governor Carroll's selection of Thomas Arthur raises questions about motives and character. The News, while noting Arthur is a church member and temperate, argues the appointment may reflect political manipulation by local Council Bluffs interests. The editorial condemns attempts to cover up alleged personal failings and urges readers to seek truth over party gain.
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Carroll
Council Bluffs
Green
Arthur Brand
Tom” Arthur
Appointment of unfit judge by Governor Carrol sparks criticism
Citizens accuse Governor Carrol of foisting an unfit man on the judiciary, arguing the choice taints public faith in the courts and mirrors political motives. The critique warns the appointment will deepen the belief that the judiciary is no more virtuous than politicians who influence it.
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Carrol
Jre
Kenyon
Beef Trust
Senatoy Kenyon
Iowa
Lorimes
Chicago
Senate
Lorimer
Edward Tilden
Tilden
Cockfire Kenyon
Mr. Tilden
Guess
Poor Oly Cass and Cass County Politics
Cass County, a solid Republican stronghold, faces criticism as Governor Carroll appoints Thomas Arthur of Logan to replace Judge Green. The News argues the party loyalty of Cass is ignored in patronage, predicts a future voter backlash, and questions telegraph business-alignments and publicity around Lorimer era allegations. The piece urges accountability and notes upcoming primary and election pressures.
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Thomas Arthur
Logan
Judge Green
Public school costs and attendance trends in the nation
A United States commissioner of education report notes public school spending exceeding 400 million dollars with about 81.65 per pupil in average daily attendance. While costs have doubled in ten years, daily attendance rose only 19 percent. About 17.5 million pupils are enrolled, yet daily attendance totals near five million less. The piece questions parental interest and the efficiency of the system, citing large funding and modest gains in attendance as a sign of concern.
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United States Commissioner of Education
Des Moines
Sur
Johnny
Mary
Register-Leader
Here lies A chump who wouldn't advertise
A satirical epitaph about a man who shuns advertising and trade, urging reverence for his quiet, solitary life. The verse mocks commerce and the fate of one who avoids public promotion, ending with a grave marker line declaring him a chump who wouldn’t advertise.
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Galt
Grant's Delicate Generosity Remembered by Buckner
General Simon Buckner recalled Grant’s quiet mercy after the Henry and Donelson victories. Buckner says Grant followed him to headquarters and pressed his purse into Buckner’s hand, a gesture hidden by Grant’s modesty. The tale appeared in Youth's Companion.
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Grant
Simon B. Buckner
West Point
General Buckner
Henry and Donelson
Buckner
Weather and Crop Bulletin Des Moines June 13
The past week was the hottest in early June with widespread heat above 100 degrees at many stations and generally dry. Rainfall was light, southern and southwestern areas saw almost no rain, while east central and northeast had one or two showers. Pastures and crops show stress but corn grows well, soil remains dry but workable, and fruit crops like cherries and strawberries suffered. Crop reports from June 1 show area planted and condition by crop with apples and pears noted as well.
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Des Moines
Iowa Weather and Crop Service
The
State Horticultural Society
Crop conditions fall as heat and drought take toll
May crop health averaged 78 percent with this month at 65 percent a loss of thirteen points. Strawberries early cherries and garden vegetables suffer most from the drought. Also mentions products and local ads for White Pine Screen Doors and Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets advertised for digestive health.
Farm Loan Rates From Wood and Savery
Farm loans offered at 6 percent and 6 1/2 percent with options to arrange financing. Call to discuss terms. Wood and Savery, successors to John H L Wood, Atlantic.
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Wood & Savery
John HL Wood
Atlantic
Vaudeville Show Tops Atlantic Airdome Night Scene
The Big Four draw crowds at the Atlantic Airdome for a vaudeville night hailed as the best ever seen in the city with widespread praise for the act lineup and stage presence.
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Atlantic
Big 4
Airdome
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