Ohio Negro Opposition to Roosevelt
A collection of short notes cites social and political observations from various locales. It mentions Robert Jamison, Clarke county's first settler, dying at 91 in Osceola. Iowa’s 56 prohibition counties and 8 mulor counties. saloon license revenue of about one and a half million dollars. a Center ville married woman who killed herself after marital pressure. Senator Platts regret over Roosevelt’s presidency. Mrs Potter Palmer declining to be Queen of Servia. Ed H. Conger’s death in Pasadena after a career in state and federal roles. Judge Thornall’s sentence of Hurley Launcer for grand larceny.
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Iowa
Prohibition
Mulor
Ed H. Conger
Brazil
China
Mexico
Pasadena
Calif
J. R. Harding
Macedonia
Ohio
Harding
Promising solicitor overcharges on yearly subscriptions
A reader recalls a solicitor’s aggressive pitch for a contemporary down the street promising 104 copies per year but after payment reduced the service to 52 copies, illustrating deceptive subscription practices.
Early Familiarization With New Primary Law Urged
The piece urges readers to start learning how the new primary law operates now to avoid confusion once the campaign begins. It stresses sweeping changes and warns that delaying study could lead to organizational or voter misunderstanding.
Coroners jury links SP wreck deaths to defective equipment
The coroner's jury in the Southern Pacific wreck case ruled the high casualty toll among Shriners and their families was caused by defective equipment. The verdict is expected to console bereaved relatives who lost loved ones in the incident.
Taylor county crops to stay fair despite weather
The outlook says hay may be shorter this year but other crops will compensate. Local agronomists assert no total failure is expected and note that Taylor county soil remains valuable, with one acre worth more than acres in some Western states.
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Taylor County
States
Preacher regrets wedding of magnate and actress
The officiating preacher at Corey the steel magnate and Miss Gilman’s marriage expresses remorse, likely due to backlash rather than the act. He will likely seek solace in the $1,000 fee he earned.
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Corey
Miss Gilman
Corning Free Press weighs Isom case on mental health note
After an extended editorial, the paper states the evidence does not show the unnamed woman, though of unsound mind, lived with Isom. It contends her mental state would have affected the case only if proven. The piece endorses the paper’s prior stance and urges caution in judgment.
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Dan Isom
Corning Free Press
Isom
Corning Free Press Distinguishes Living Arrangements
The Corning Free Press reports that the woman was not living with Isom but at her own home, and notes the reluctance of standpatters to concede Stephenson, the Wisconsin senatorial nominee, is a progressive Republican and admirer of Senator La Follette, with ongoing debate over whether progressive sentiment remains alive.
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Corning Free Press
Isom
Stephenson
Wisconsin
Senator LaFollette
Penny yardstick drive nets 10500 pennies for Shenandoah church
The Shenandoah Christian church ladies organized a fundraising plan by giving each congregant a yard stick and asking for pennies to paste on it. When a full yard of pennies was reached, they deposited the coins at the bank, totaling 10 500 pennies. A political note praises Senator Dan Turner of Adams as an exemplary future representative.
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Ladies of the Christian Church
Shenandoah
Possum Run
Ev’ry
Jim
Richard Stout
Possum
Cummins Vetoes Highlight Iowa Governor’s Sagacity
Standout organ grinders mock Cummins vice presidential boom but Iowa voters recall his record. The Iowa governor has vetoed several recently closed legislature bills with thoughtful reasons, surprising the nation with prudent judgment. The New Market Herald notes the governor’s perceived calm, calling the last laugh the best.
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Cummins
Iowa
New Market Herald
Judge Towner Considered for Congress in Mt Ayr Scene
In Mt Ayr during court week supporters urge Judge Towner to enter the congressional race. Standpatters grow weary of Hepburn and pressure may push Towner toward a bid though he has not consented. Attorney A I Smith shows interest but declines official early announcement citing timing and party press.
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Mt. Ayr
Towner
Congress
Hepburn
C. G. Stranahan
J. H
H. H. Tedford
Judge Towner
A. I. Smith
Direct Legislation and the Swiss Referendum Tradition
Direct legislation places final power in the people, allowing initiative and referendum. The Swiss system shows high citizen engagement, with votes final on laws. Oregon adopted direct legislation two years ago, enacting taxes on corporate gross earnings and local reforms, with 80 percent voter participation.
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Switzerland
Oregon
Express
Embalming Course Draws Mrs Singer From Town
Mrs. Singer left Monday for Des Moines to take a two week embalming course and will return to supervise her music class by May 24. Other notes report Clyde Delay visiting Bedford to inspect Triangle Chapter R A M No 68, and a bank name change at Okey Vernon National Bank with same officers.
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Singer
Des Moines
Clearfield Enterprise
Clyde Delay
Bedford
Triangle Chapter
Delay
Grand Lodge
Creston
Okey Vernon Private Bank
Okey-Vernon National Bank
A. F. Okey
C.H. Vernon
C. E. Okey
E. M. Vernon
Corning Republican
Democratic prospects for district seat cited from Mt. Ayr Press
The Mt. Ayr Press argues Smith will block congress bids but a strong Republican field with standpatters and Cummins allies could aid the opposing party. It notes Sankey of Leon as a potential Cummins ally and suggests Estes or C. R. Porter could be contenders if they enter. The piece asserts Democratic backing exists and urges vigilance.
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Smith
Congress
Cummins
Sankey of
Leon
C. R. Porter
Estes
Mt. Ayr Press
Dem
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Reprorp Free Press
R. V. Lucas
Roosevelt
Robert Jamison
Clarke County
Osceola
Centerville
Platt
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Potter Palmer
Servia
Dan Turner
Adams
Turner
U. S. Congress
Guss
Willisea
N Daway
Villisca
W. B. Thompson
Methodist Church
Hopkins Journal
Hanshaw
G. A. Hanshaw
Green City
Peter Peterson
Sadie Berniece Peterson
New Market
Quincy
Ill
Pruitt
Trust
Pier Golden
the Fair Store
Swetrounshoe Cos. Ideal
Tlow
Brownshoe Co
White House
Bpri
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