Cummins Brookhart truce denied by Iowa Republicans
The Des Moines Register notes rumors of a secret accord between Senator Cummins and Brookhart, alleging Cummins would not oppose Brookhart in Bleek and Brookhart would back Cummins in 1926. The piece argues such an arrangement would damage party principles and hurt Cummins and Republicans in Iowa. It portrays Brookhart as party-disloyal and questions the credibility of any pact.
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Congress
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Coolidge
Seaacone
Burton K. Wheeler
White House
Washington
Iowa
Patriots Gain Guilty Verdict in Graft Case
Forbes, once head of the USS Veterans Bureau, has been found guilty of graft in his office. The verdict comes amid a publication that three Patriots, including figures named Casey and Few, were involved in the case.
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Forbes
USS Veterans’ “Bureau
Casey
Settlement in civil suit over wartime influence peddling in Iowa
D Jamieson of Shenandoah and E We drenner of Des Moines settled claims against E A Wickham of Council Bluffs by each paying $5,000. The case involved securing contracts including the Omaha Balloon school, amid wartime influence peddling. The matter sparked questions about propriety and publicity of such actions.
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D. Jamieson
Shenandoah
Drennan
Des Moines
E. A. Wickham
Council Bluffs
Wickham
Jamieson
Democratic National Committee
Forbes and Thompson Convicted in Veteran Hospital Fund Scheme
Col Charles Br Vortes and J W Thompson were found guilty of defrauding the government in awarding hospital contracts for disabled veterans. Forbes faces sentencing on February 1. Jury found Forbes guilty of graft and theft from funds intended for wounded veterans. Thompson, while culpable, faces lighter censure. the case is described as a grave breach of public trust.
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Charles BR. Vortes
U.S Veterans Ures
J. W. Thompson
Bb Chicagos Oon
Forbes
Thompson
Forbes Wis
France and USA debt tensions cloud credit outlook
Emile Daeachner, new French ambassador, assures President Coolidge that France will pay its debts to the United States. A protest wave followed, signaling France’s implied effort to repudiate war debt. Analysts compare national credit to individual credit and warn about eroding confidence if debts aren’t honored.
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Emile Daeachner
Remarkable Southwest Builder Survives Repeated Setbacks
Jan 22 report profiles Jim Pellett Eas. a resilient Valley man near El Paso who transformed a 60 acre tract into a diversified farm empire. He endured a major blast, hospital confinement, and TB in his wife, then expanded to 7,000 acres irrigated with water from the Rio Grande. His ventures include alfalfa, cotton, onions, melons, honey, and livestock, employing 200 workers and generating substantial profits despite past losses.
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Binvet
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Diten
Wen
Anne
Sang
Rulious
Jim
Reclamation
Reclamation Office Taste About Petting In Quehvs
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Roy
Couny
Boo
Unclear Note on Franco American Public Opinion
A fragment discusses how nations read signs and react to foreign proposals. It mentions Uncle Sam as good natured yet warns against harsh reception of gifts. The text critiques temperamental diplomacy and cautions about tempering approaches in international dealings.
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Sam
The Singed Cat and Dr Johnson WALT MASON Verse
A fragmentary verse sketch recalls Old Dr Johnson in shabby attire marching down the street. The narrator notes his wig, soiled coat, and a boisterous gait as onlookers react with shock and laughter. The piece exhibits playful satire of eccentric manners.
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Dr. Johnson
Sutius
Odd Musings on Wisdom and Madness in City Streets
A dated quip about scholarly minds wandering in public, as a man reputed for deep thoughts stumbles through mud with shoes on his head and hat on his feet. It humorously notes the vast gulf between thought and social polish, ending with a pressy remark on sanity.
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George Matthew Adams
Prohibition Tension Flows Through Washington Society News
In Washington society notes Coolidge reportedly toured on the Mayflower without cabinet changes. Nearby Hagerstown Maryland a dramatic incident involved a driver named Tay and a wolf fatality. The fragment hints at evolving prohibition effects and local chatter about figures like Adeline.
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Society News
Washington
Coolidge
Inaugural Plans Stir Washington Ahead of March 4 Show
A wartime era column discusses presidential inauguration plans and tensions. It notes Coolidge's restraint on military parade presence, avoids West Point cadets, and contemplates a charity event to replace a full official ceremony. The piece hints at political reactions and possible public mood around the New England president.
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Harry B. Hunt
Ashington
Uy Cooldge
Coolidge
Bove Amara
Washington
Surh Ogg
West Point
Papolix
Owaver
New England
Wall
Colonia
Stork
Colars Te
Dee Ile
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Ain
Uw Tunkve
Steyniew Democrat
Roe and Bull
Democrata Dent
Tax exemptions and credits under 1924 income tax explained
A Detroit woman story and a Kentucky man example accompany a detailed outline of head of family exemptions credits for 1924. The guide notes that a dependent need not be a relative or household member and lists scenarios applying the $2600 head of family exemption with $400 per dependent credit. It also covers only qualifying dependents and income thresholds under the act.
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Bwadlow
Alur
Tamind Ua
New York
Baltimore
AL Whlowex
Heig
Twenty Years Ago Today January 31 1905 Deaths and Local News
Twenty years ago on January 31 1905 M B Hubbell died at Weston aged 77 attended by local fire department for W G Hamilton funeral. Iowa exhibits at St Louis noted suits filed for back salaries. Edward Nichols returned to Iowa City to supervise motive power. Nadie Fleming visited Lewis. C B Johnson vs I C Voorhees jury disagreed and discharged. Mrs E H Nebe seriously ill with pneumonia. Dr Bridges consulted with Dr Porterfield. A marriage license issued to Jay Turner and Gertie Peterson. Albert G Lodge Milford prominent citizen died at Milford. Ten years ago noted Mason Gutge and new Atlantic Commercial club committees. Royal Child Bride wedding ring feature referenced.
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