Cummins Protests War Department Cross Medal Policy
Senator Cummins vows to investigate the wars department action that discriminates against National Army and National Guard soldiers in granting distinguished service crosses and war medals. He seeks lists of recipients and the reasons for withheld honors, backed by Iowa legislators and veterans. An inquiry by Congress or a new administration is anticipated if the matter remains unresolved.
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Washington, D. C
Cummins
War Department
National Guard
Baker
Senator Cummins
Iowa
Wilbur Conkling
Guy S. Brewer
France
Lasher
American Legion
National ‘Army
Waatiang Guard
Cumming
Senate
House
National Army
Father watches son drown as lake ice breaks
In Aberdeen South Dakota Raymond Goodman, 22, drowned after ice on Tacoma Lake gave way near his home. His frantic father heard cries, rushed to help, struggled in frigid water, recovered the body, and then returned home chilled and shaken by the rescue attempt.
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Aberdeen
Bec
Delapité
Raymond iGoodman
Tacoma Lake
Horse Falls On Him Dislocating His Toe at Charles Farm
Barry Berry of Lewis is hospitalized at Atlantic hospital with a dislocated toe after a horse fell on him while riding at Charles farm in Bear Grove township. Surgery was required to repair the toe injury.
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Barry Berry
Lewis Boy
Atlantic Hospital
Charles Farm
Bear Grove Township
No Money Needed for Poor This Christmas
The city’s poor will be cared for this Christmas without new fundraising. Last year left an on-hand balance of 234.14, deemed sufficient. Mesdames C. B. Clovis and Rt. Hunt oversee local relief, urging contributions to the European Relief fund. Local donors include Rotary Club 340.00, C. F. Meredith 25.00, News Pub Co 26.00, Wood & Savery 2.00, Horace Nelson 28.00, M. B. Nelson 25.00, The Gillette Clerks 20.00, Evangelical Missionary Society, M. P. Conway 16.00, John Feldman 10.00, Mrs. E. R. Gardner 10.00, Mrs. O. Remien 10.00, Harmony Club 10.00, Mrs. J. G. Whitney 10.00, Mrs. J. S. Fleming 10.00, H. G. Weber 26.00, Mrs. S. L. Larson 5.00, HL. J. Sievers 6.00, Claudy-B. Anderson 5.00, John Duden 5.00, Ruth and Jean Young 6.00, Wm. G. Pellet 0.00, Lester L. Balding 2.60, Arlene and Marjorie Pellet 2.00. A nurse is noted.
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Mesdames C. B
Clovis
Rt. Hunt
Fund For
Europe
Rotary Club
C. F. Meredith
Wood & Savery
News Pub Co
Horace Nelson
M. B. Nelson
the Gillette Clerks
Evangelical Lidied” Miscrssionary Society
M.P. Conway
John Feldman
E.R. Gardne
Pitched Battle Near Gray Leaves Leonard Missing
MANNING IN December reports a drunken melee last Sunday night near Gray. Charles Leonard, attacked by Dateh Stewart and Pat Stewart, suffered severe injuries after being unable to defend himself. Leonard has since departed for parts unknown. Witnesses say the brothers accused him of insulting their sister.
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Leonard
Doings of Exirans Arrive After Canadian Visit
W Jenking and Berna Brittner who have been in Canada have arrived in Extra with Mrs George Brownbridge visiting from Canada. Rendleman is improving.
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Co. W. Jenking
Berna Brittner
Canada
Extra
George Brownbridge
Mexico projects 60000 refugees from Russia report
A recent Agriculture Department briefing notes Mexico expects about 60,000 refugees arriving from Russia. The report, prepared by foreign trade agents, outlines the near East and other routes as potential pathways. The document, though fragmented, signals government concern over large refugee flows facing Mexico this year.
Man On Charge From Box Car Theft Detained In County Jail
George Burns, wanted for breaking and entering in a box car theft earlier this year, has been captured at Sioux Falls and returned by deputy Charles Willig to answer to the indicted charge. Burns and Perry Shafer, once at large, face updates as Shafer serves parole in Liberty while Burns awaits disposition.
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George Burns
Sioux Falls
Chas. I. Willig
Burns
Perry Shafer
Anamosa
Congregation Surprises Rev Father McDermott at City Hall
The Jaties of the Catholic church hold an informal reception and shower for Rev Father P N McDermott at city hall last night. Over 260 members attended as Santa Claus distributed candy to children and introduced a program featuring solos, a violin piece, a reading, and a Christmas choir.
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Father P. N. McDermott
City Hall
Father McDermott
Peloch
Sante Claus
A. TL. Moreland
Santa Claus
Solo
Mra
Rose Rhody
Arina McGrath
Siolin
Michael Webber
Frank Zuth
Lawrence Troy
Judge Wade Denies City Appeal In Des Moines Fare Ruling
Federal Judge Martin J. Wade denied Des Moines city’s petition to appeal his order fixing bus fare at eight cents. The ruling directs receivers in charge of city property and indicates the eight cent order is temporary and may be changed.
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Des Moines
Martin J.” Wade
H.W. Byers
G. W. Lyon
United States ‘Circuit Court of Appeals
St. Louis
Wade
Wiota Couple Quietly Wed in Franklin Township
Henry Weebilts and Mrs. Kate Maas were quietly married Wednesday afternoon at the home of Rev. FW Heinke in Franklin Township. The ceremony was officiated by the clergyman, with a simple, intimate gathering observed by close family.
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WLOTA
Dees
Henry Weebilts
Kate’ Maas
Heinke
Franklin ‘Township
Farmer Shoots Eagle Near Griswold North of Town
An eagle over seven feet from tip to tail was shot near Griswold by Babb at his farm a few miles north. The bird's wool in the view of the bird caused losses to Babb's sheep. Forty years ago Babb shot an eagle from the same tree.
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Winn
Babb
Faruy
Griswold
Bahl
Babh
Woodmen Order Elects New Officers
Woodmen, Park Camp and Royal Neighbors elected new officers. Royal Neighbors officers include Mrs Annie G Dilger Oracle and Mrs Margaret Jensen Vice Oracle. Other posts listed include Mrs Nan Blake Past Oracle and Mrs Abbie Rowe Chancellor with multiple trustees and staff named.
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MW. A.cima
Ino
Royal
Annie G. Dilger
Oracle
Margaret Jensen
Nan Blake
Abbie Rowe
Flora McKee
Ethel Ramsey
Lillie Weitzel
Matshal
Minnie Anderson
L Sentinel
Lyle Anderson
D. Sentinel
Lucy Wilson
Atlantic Man Ta An Important Work
An Atlantic boy, C. Leroy Harlan, son of J B Harlan, was chosen by the Corn Belt Meat Producers Association to study trade conditions affecting farmers and propose the best meeting approach. He studied agricultural economics at Michigan and Iowa State, and is a former city editor of the Telegraph here.
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Corn Belt Meat Producers' Association
Des Moiines
C. Leroy Harlan
J. 8. Harlan
Atlantic
Iowa
Harlan
University of Michigan
Iowa State College
Ames
Old Telegraph
Corn Belters Drop Proposed Selling Plan
At the Des Moines Iowa convention the group rejected setting up a buying and selling agency at markets. Instead members favored a Bureau of Information with representatives at stock markets to advise raisers on prices grades and other details. Directors will confer with other cattle groups to develop a service plan and likely establish branch offices or departments. The convention adjourned late yesterday afternoon.
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DES Digines Ia
Als
Jbur
Co-Operative Association
Bureau of Information
Weipbers
Othr
Parliament Split Over Irish Home Rule Bill
London report says Lords and Commons face deadlock over the Irish Home Rule bill. Overnight consultations aim to align positions before a likely outcome as the measure awaits final action. The threat of rejection by either house hangs over passage amid wartime treaty context.
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House of Commons
Lords
London
House of Lords
House of Vampyons
Brids
Commons
Father Of Lewis Woman Dies In Soldiers Home
Mesl. Be Sheets reports the death of her father BD O Sheldon of Leavenworth Kansas. He lived 71 years and died after a period of declining health. He leaves eleven children, six sons and five daughters. Interment will be held at his former home with burial arranged by the family.
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Lewis
Sheets
Sheldon
Leavenworth
Tome
Soldeirs
Kansas
Tie
Amy Nichols
Lew
Lew Cay
Tudor, Il
Windy Day Report From Wiuta
Local realtor Paul Perry testifies wind in Wiuta yesterday was strong enough to blow his car toward a ditch. No damage or tipping occurred as the wind wrestled control of the vehicle.
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Paul Perry
Wiuta
Experts Figure Amounts Germany Owes The Allies
In Brussels five Allied powers and Germany opened talks to determine postwar reparations. Delegates met at the Palace of Academies with former Belgian premier de la Croix presiding. Both sides voiced hope for fruitful discussions as public interest grew.
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Brussels
Germany
Therman
de la Croix
Belgium
Palaistes
Herring Refuses Coal Money in Des Moines Rally
Des Moines December 17 Clyde L Herring the recent Democratic candidate for governor and fuel administrator refused a tender from Des Moines commercial interests to reimburse his coal fund aiding needy people during the coal shortage. It is claimed he personally lost ten thousand dollars plying sand for those in need while in charge of fuel administration.
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Des Moines
Clyde L Herring
Hag
Tt i
Soviet Ambassador Loses Fight to Remain in America
A garbled dispatch reports that a Soviet ambassador faced deportation from the United States after a bid to stay was unsuccessful. details are unclear due to damaged OCR. The article mentions Washington and Wisconsin, with references to officials and legal action.
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America
Washington, Wic
Des
United States
Rotary, Wallen
Tha
Marne Eastern Stars Elect New Officers
Liberty Chapter No. 280 O. EK. 8. of Marne held its annual election Tuesday evening. Elected officers include Mrs. Lalu Clasen as Worthy Matron, Mr. Mia do Te Chasen as Worthy Patron, Mrs. Clara Trailey as Associate Matron, Mrs. Mary Young as Associate Patron, Audrey Trail as Conductress, Mrs. If A. Gill as Associate Conductress, Mrs. Bee Mia as Chaplain, Mrs. O. Mebadden as Treasurer, and other officers appointed.
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Liberty
O. EK
Marne
Resa
Lalu Clasen
Mia Do Te Chasen
W. Ty
Clara Trailey
A. My. Mary Young
Audrey
If A. Gill
Bee
Mia. O
Mebadden
Treas
Veteran Fire Of Other Days At Exira Event
Exira recall of past service unfolds in a community gathering with veterans, a program including Rev Henry, J. T. Kearney, Godwin, and Frank Campbell. Speeches honor artillery and balloon service veterans, with a notable fundraising box tally and public attendance.
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Amerivay
Amoco
Moy Haan
My. Tlenry
J. T. Kearney
Tent Godwin
Frank Campbell
Missing Carroll Banker Faces Prosecution Over Misappropriations
A Carroll bank cashier, age 38, accused of misusing deposits totalling about 15 000 dollars. The investigation shows he attempted coverups by moving funds between banks, with alleged abuse extended to family members. He is said to have lived beyond means and faces possible charges.
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Carroll
Joc
Atts
Exshier
American Savings Bank
Ab Carroll
Enud
Copfrantel
Sharluwe
Afsen
Arts
Ehate
Bath
Abe
Flo
Iowa Farm Bureau Moves To Des Moines
The Iowa Farm Bureau announces a move from Ames to Des Moines with plans for a new building. Federation officials report strong progress over the past year and credit a membership surge to about 120000, over half of the state's farmers.
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Iowa Farm Bureau
Des Moines
United States
Ita
Aimee
Federation
Wes
Moines
Ialf
New Finance Officer For Fort Des Moines and Camp Dodge
Capt Walter O Woods enters fort Des Moines and Camp Dodge as finance officer relieving Capt W Wutthe. Report from Washington D C dated December 17 states Woods takes over duties in the fort and camp finance department.
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Fort Des Moines and
Dodge
Wasilington, PD. C
Walter O. Woods
Finance Department
Fort Des Moines
Camp Dodge
W. Wutthe
Kansas town reels as race riot fears flare
Independence citizens endure tense scenes as patrols by parade of White or Home Guard members confront alleged clashes. A white man died and four were wounded in prior incidents, with authorities mobilizing deputies and state guards to restore order amid threats and lingering anger.
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Independence
Anil
American Legion
Gettine
Tanga Hall
Noble Green
Killine
Lyek Caeen
le Weel
Twentieth Centuy Club
Anan Poolloat
Adlows Ge
Mh de Bro
Cub Beter
Huh Wrebbtins
Man Indicted On Charge Of Burning His Own Automobile
Claude Smith a former Audubon taxi driver was indicted on a charge of burning his own Ford sedan to collect insurance. He was arrested after returning to Glidden where he used the alias Guy Miller. An investigation traced the fire to a road porch at Audubon on the night of November amid mysterious circumstances.
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Audubon
Claude Smith
Charise
Mle
Guoye Miller
Sally
Auditheds
Smith
Uae
Emigrant Departure Burst From Antwerp in Summer
The report notes about 13 000 emigrants departed from Antwerp over a three month summer period. It cites destinations including the United States, Australia, and Belgium, with numbers showing Polish and Belgian movements and a significant share of travelers heading to or via various ports.
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Antwerp
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Manning
Rendléman
iMexico
Russia
México
Near East
Mexico
Geo. Burns
8. D
Des. Moines
Wiota
WW. A
Paul Fackier
Fred Pipgraes
L. E. Baron
E. Buckley
C. EL Scherdin
C. W. Ganfield
C.F. Strutz
Ernest Baron
C. L. Campbell
W.F. Graham
Herring
Samuel Harn
Extra Legion
Kansas Town
Indepe
Lroape Tashes
Alten
Tadph Mitchell
Green
Oman Hie Lee
Astwerit
Buluiuin
Meebzo
Australia
Saou
Poland
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