City Funds Show Variations Under City Administration
City balances across all funds from 1905 to 1922 show fluctuations under Buxton’s administration. The figures illustrate a trend toward conserving city resources with several years recording low or zero balances, while other years show modest gains, culminating in a reported total gain of 27,492.52 across three years of administration.
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Weces
Balazice
Giutty Tass
Marel
Eseae Oe
Lab
Eucceel
Buxton
Sai
Ajisles
Local History Reflects Mayoral Election Controversy in Vinton
A long local piece defends Jee Urice as mayor after a tight October 19 election, praising his frugal fees and soft heart while critiquing Dr. Buxton’s bid. It argues Urice reduced crime and improved welfare, credits Urice’s administration, and condemns unfair attacks on the Union ticket from the newspaper’s perspective.
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Urice
Buxton
Alice
Crice
Baker’s Dozen
Unien
Notable Iowa Figures and Political Milestones
Yesterdays In Iowa recalls Dr C C Néstierode educator born Chester county Pennsylvania died Fostoria Ohio December 29 1900. 1872 Republicans met in Des Moines to elect delegates to national convention. 1850 Philip B Bradley longtime legislator and Democratic leader died at his home in Andrew. Worn at Ridgefield Connecticut January 5 1809.
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Néstierode
Iowa
Chester County
Fostoria
Des Moines
Philip B. Bradley
Andrew
Ridgefield
Conn
Ex-train bandit Al Jennings recalls Oklahoma figure
One year ago today March 27 Al Jennings testified before a senate oil committee that Jake Hannon of Oklahoma spent $1000 to nominate Harding for president.
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al Jennings
Senate Oil Committee
Jake Hannon
Oklahoma
Harding
Notable Birthdays Mark Anniversaries Across Sectors
George F. Baker of New York a grocer boy who became one of the four richest men in America born at Troy Nos 85 years ago today. Vincent d Ind y dean of French composers and conductors born in Paris 74 years ago today. Mrs Medill McCormick widow of the Illinois senator active in women’s politics born in Cleveland 45 years ago today. Prof Wilbur M Urban of Dartmouth president of the American Philosophical Association born at Mt Joy Pa 52 years ago today. Maj Gen Adolphus W Greely US Army retired Arctic explorer born at Newburyport Pa 81 years ago today. Miller J Huggins manager of the New York American League club born in Cincinnati 45 years ago today.
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George F. Baker
New York
America
Troy
Nos
Vincent d'Indy
Paris
Medill McCormick
Cleveland
Wilbur M. Urban
Dartmouth
American Philosophical Association
Mt. Joy
Adolphus W. Greely
Newburyport
Miller J. Huggins
New York American League Baseball Club
Cincinnati
Notable Obscure Figures in Early 20th Century Deaths and Honors
A collection of dated notes recalls James of England called the wisest fool in Europe by Sully, Bishop Chesire’s 75th birthday, Louisville’s tornado anniversary, a Montevideo Christian work congress, Col. Robert H. Allen becoming chief of infantry, a banker dinner for George F. Baker, and upcoming sports events including a Jockey Club meet, Grand National in Liverpool, American Bowling Congress tourney, and Pinehurst golf championship.
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England
Sully
Europe
Joseph B. Chesire
Episcopal
North Carolina
Louisville
North
South America
Montevideo
Robert H. Allen
United States Army
Farnsworth
New York
Wadldorf- Astoria
South
George F. Baker
Elbert H. Gary
Tony
Tia Juane
Cross-Word Puzzle List and Track Meet Notes
A dense listing of horizontal and vertical crossword clues follows, with numerous numbers and references. It also lists events at University of Texas relays in Austin, swimming at New Haven, billiards in New York, gymnastics in New York, and basketball events in Texas and Syracuse. Key terms include Esther partners, prepositions, notes, and various directions, with many clues denoting common puzzle answers and some sport meet details.
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St. Augustine
University of Texas
Austin
New Haven
National Association of Amateur Billiard Players
New York
Washington Seeks Nation Convention City Status
Washington aims to host about three hundred conventions annually to fill hotels and sustain business during congressional recesses. The new convention bureau promises a bid to sell the city as the ideal venue where delegates explore historic sites and gain government knowledge. Last year saw 105 conventions. new auditoriums and hotels are awaited as Congress hides, while capital guides stay active.
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Washington
DD. C
Iward
Vienno
Weltone
Congress
Probe Fatal Accident In Sioux City
A fatal incident in Sioux City reports Frank Anderson, 69, killed after being struck by a street car. The accident occurred last night, and authorities are investigating details surrounding the death.
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Sioux City
Frank Anderson
Isso
Ander
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