Borah Urges Europeans to Ease War Debt Burden
The article surveys Senator Borah’s stance after the campaign on war debt, advocating that European debtors offer concessions while the U S uses leverage. It links debt payments to reducing European armament and urges a balanced approach tied to taxpayer capacity, especially in Iowa.
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Borah
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Barsh
Europe
IOU
Uncle Sam
United States
Great Britain
France
Italy
Et al
Uncle Sams
Keeping Up With The Ya les On Public Economy
The Gazette notes the interim public economy committee's report criticizing public officials for insufficient cooperation. It highlights discontent with the state board of education and major state schools for not aiding major expenditure reductions without harming school efficiency. The piece argues educational budgets were inflated in boom years and that reforms are needed despite educator pushback.
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Iowa
Illinois
California
New York
Joneses
Yates
Harvards
Public Economy Committee
State Board of Education
Board of Educator
Enarge of
Iowas
Can't Shake the Donkey A Democrat Roosts Backward
A historical mused column notes Secretary Daniels calls for returning the Democratic emblem to a rooster, arguing it once symbolized the party. It contrasts Nast’s donkey symbol with the rooster, but counters that cartoonists would resist such a change and the donkey endures. The piece ends with a playful jab at the donkey’s persistence.
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Josephus Daniels
Democratic Party
Daniels
Chanticleer
Thomas Nast
Mr. Daniels
President Hoover sticks to his story amid harsh times
Roosevelts line about worse days rings through the era as public figures debate policy. The piece notes Hoover’s resolute narrative while observers reflect on the nation’s hard times and the scope of political rhetoric.
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Hoover
Roosevelt
Fragmented Remarks on War Speech and Public Sentiment
The excerpt cites figures such as President William A. Nelson of Smith College and Dr Charles Murray Butler of Columbia University discussing patriotism, national threat levels, and postwar policy. It includes commentary on a two party system and concerns about public loyalty amid social upheaval, with mentions of Samuel Insull and Greek attorney Crastus Ladas.
Listening for sympathy in modern advice columns
A reflective column counsels that loneliness stems from seeking sympathy and urges readers to listen more than talk. It argues people crave being heard, and giving sympathy often brings more personal fulfillment than receiving it, with aphorisms on patience, pride, and resilience.
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Newcastle
Reflections on authority and maturity in American life
A collection of witty aphorisms on aging power, leadership, and national duty. The speaker jests about using adult vocabulary, the limits of knowledge, and the dangers of concentrating power. It touches on marriage, authority, and Uncle Sam’s role in global markets.
Walker's Tempo Now Pianissimo in New York Diary
A satirical New York column tracks ex-mayor Walker's mellow pace at home and social rounds. It notes his modern celebrity circle including Gershwin, Thalberg, and Hoffenstein, with vivid vignettes of meals, theatre, and art while hinting at his civic persona and shifting public life.
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York
Pepys
Leon Gordon
Brittany
Arthur William Brown
Dobbs Ferry
Messmore
Kitty Kendall
Mamaroneck
Kendalls
Poe
Will H. Hays
Norma Shearer
Irving Thalberg
James Forbes
Margaret Illington Bowes
Major
Earl Benhams
Kay Brush
George Gershwin
Effects of Tobacco on Health by William Brady M D
A health pamphlet argues temperate adult tobacco use is harmless but warns children should avoid any use. It lists six reasons to quit, including health impact, wasted money, demoralization, loss of joy in smoking, offense to others, and grief to loved ones, with a case of a 12 year old displaying tobacco use.
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George Gershwin
Gershwin
Ira
Broadway
Violet
George
Talking Tobacco Habits And The Call For Exercise
A columnist argues that smoking among adults harms health and replaces exercise, urging all ages to engage in daily physical activity. The piece notes women may be more prone to excess and asks readers with the habit to seek advice, offering to mail guidance if a stamped envelope is provided.
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Berd
Measles Incubation and Early Symptoms Guidance
Q A on measles incubation from exposure to onset of symptoms. Typical 7 to 14 days, occasionally 2 days in scarlet fever but rare in measles. Early signs include runny nose eye redness fever and cough, with a measles rash appearing after 3 4 days and flecked on the forehead and face. Cataracts and wart remedies addressed in separate notes.
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Messlea
Mrs. B
Appointment of Executor in Amelia L. Trumbull Estate
The undersigned, L. Thomas Trumbull, is appointed and qualified as executor of the Amelia L. Trumbull estate in Linn County Iowa. All indebted parties must pay promptly and claimants should file duly authenticated claims with the Linn County District Court.
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Shituife
District Court
Linn County
Iota
Mary
Bettesworth
Linn
James Young
A.ett
Cea
Raper Ling County
Anid
Rev Racers
State of
Iowa
Amelia L. Trumebull
Biers
Oart
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Jere
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Capare
Tring
Spelice Crastus Ladas
Samuel Insuan
Atiens
Absalom
Martiage
Sam
England
Dad
PRPCI
Lin
Lowe
Dietrich Court
A. Hermans
Williams
Walker
Tempo
Pianissimo
Auf
Lady
Ida Verdon
Samuel Hoffenstein
Hoffenstein
New Republic
Hollywood
Mack Sennett
Lee Ee Ee
Personal Health Service
William Brady
Barta
Frank W. Barta
Ewe
PTT
Leea
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L. Thomas Trumbull
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