Gasoline Tax Status Moves Through Legislature
The Senate passes the Caldwell bill to levy a gasoline tax and remit funds to state accounts monthly, with proceeds supporting county and state needs as debates continue. Governors and lawmakers weigh emergency spending limits amid potential court closures and county bond considerations.
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Senate
Caldwell
Mead
Thes House
Hermes Army
Des Moines
Tuck Hill
Kendall
Governie Aid
Toy Noo
George F. Heniy
Ittormey
Rance City to Build Purifying Plant on City-Owned Farm Grounds
City officials plan to construct a sewage purifying plant on two acres of city-owned land on the Kanter farm after rejecting a private site as exorbitant. The purchase price was about 200 per acre, with the council directing plans and specifications for the plant and permanent outlet in the coming months.
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Puyensorl
M Hoffman
Caunelt
Kanter
Kuginort
Knaviesr
Daughters of Revolution In Session In Cedar Rapids
More than three hundred women expected at the state convention of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Cedar Rapids. Miss Amy Gilbert of State Center serves as State Regent and presides over the sessions.
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Associatea
Wrest
Cedar Rapids
The
Daughters of the American Revelation
Amy Gilbert
State Center
Weather Indications For The Next Twenty Four Hours
The following are the weather indications for the next twenty four hours. Town overcast and unsettled tonight and Wednesday. Warmer in the east tonight. Colder Wednesday.
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Associated Press
Rissenge
Weather Observations Summary for March 16–20, 2027
Local observations by Dr HM Stanley cover 24 hours ending 1 PM today. Temperatures range from a low near 0 to a high in the mid 40s with light rainfall on some days. The report lists readings for multiple dates including March 16 to March 20 and notes 0 rainfall at several points.
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HM. Stanley
Labora
Winter storms threaten harvest as Great Lakes region endures
A weather system ushers in March with heavy winds and widespread damage across the Mississippi Valley. Reports indicate crop losses rising while communities dig out from drifting snow and cold spells. Authorities warn of continuing storms and potential economic impacts through the spring season.
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Phicmeo
Maren
Willeh
Great Lakes
Jeo
Missssippi
First Death Occurs in Family of Nineteen in Canton
March 20 report from Canton states Mildred Keck age 16 died in Canton Hospital from injuries after a car accident. She was one of sixteen other Keck children in the Rogani Me Nelson Keck family of McDonaldsville near Canton. The family is described as Stark county’s largest.
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Canton
Mildred Keck
Rogani
Nelson Keck
McDonaldsville
Elrt
Keck
Stark County
Missing Man Believed Lost After Ice Hole Incident
The Associated Press report states Wrese La Crowe, a bank bookkeeper, vanished after likely falling through ice while sawing near his riverfront houseboat. Clothing and possessions were found inside the home suggesting he had dressed for work. The disappearance occurred Saturday with no further trace found.
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Associated
Wrese la Crowe
Mac
H. Clark
Batawian National Bank
Hon House
Floxt
France to ship coke to France via Huy plant
Mare Prange stated that shipments from Huy would total 2000 to 8500 tons weekly for free of France not Belgium. He also claimed a plan to raise output by 1000 tons per week to meet reparations needs.
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Pavia
Mare
Prange
Huy
France
Belgium
Halts Building of New Federal Reserve Bank
Announcement reports the Federal Reserve will not proceed with the proposed construction of a new bank in Little Rock Arkansas. The decision, tied to relief from current congestion, states building will not begin until the company’s material needs are eased.
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Federal
Little Rook, Ark
Report cites French efforts to curb AFLIET work report
Hineland administration prohibits activities by any such organization and urges conduct that blocks union influence. Authorities emphasize decisive action and outline compliance measures to prevent further incursions.
Louis F Payn Republican Leader Dies In 19th Century Context
A brief obituary notes the death of Louis F Payn a prominent Republican figure. It highlights his leadership role and mentions his influence within the party. The fragment references his historical significance and ties to regional political circles.
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Louis F. Payn
Untitled reminiscence with coded ages and names
Fragmented reminiscence mentions aging to 110 and 62 with names Suvi Romero and Arunk. Vague dialogue about a phonograph and work, a distant note on health, money, and a long life. Readable bits point to a personal anecdote or letter fragment.
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Suvi
Waldie
Romero
Two 100 Pound Meteors Crash at Elgin Report
A shower over Elgin in the early hours of the morning is believed to have dropped two meteors each about 100 pounds. Witnesses report stones struck a smokestack concrete foundation, throwing debris about twenty feet and leaving varied rock textures from a possible Agneon origin.
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Elgin
Kino Wateh Case Company
Jetery
Trusties in Escape After Choking Guard on Interstate Run
A damaged report says two handcuffed Trusties choked a guard, escaped, and forced a driver to take them toward Chicago. Hours later the driver phoned from 26 miles north saying he had been thrown from the vehicle while the Trusties continued, pursued by unknown parties.
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Jollet, Sae
Maton
Pelton
Chicago
Man Executed Twice? Woman’s Escort Slain in January
In March 20 proceedings at Woaen, Roy MN Nell was sentenced to death by hanging for the slaying of Mrs Ethel Dene camp on January 2. He follows another death sentence for the murder of W. K. Holt, his escort.
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Twx
Roy Mnnell
Nagro
Mra
Ethel Denecamp
Mitchell I
W. KE. Holt
Unclear OCR fragment notes assault and arrest
The readable text reports an incident involving weapons, a suspect Kip, and a medical outcome with wounded parties, plus an arrest and a court action. Names and places are garbled. details unclear, but the fragment sketches a violent event and legal response.
Cold 10 Changes Urged in Ratary Plans
Fragmentary OCR details a wartime rotary program with attendance limits, governor involvement, and a Davenport event. Mentions districts, administrative structure, and a banquet at the Arlington Hall linked to World War I era festivities for 17,000 employees.
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Alanty
Davenpeet
Previana Cane
Toren
Cary Woek
Det Moines
Pella
Srend
Ako
Arwonat
Ak.p
Fascist group organized in America in 1920s
A Branit ro those functions known as the Puselate of North America was founded here two years ago and now has about 2,000 members in the United States and Canada according to the New York Herald.
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New York
North America
United
Canada
New York Herald
Wisconsin Eugenics Law Repealed by Legislature
Mailaon Wis March 20 Repeal of the Wisconsin eugenics law requiring ante nuptial physical examinations was unanimously voted by the Wisconsin legislature today.
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Mailaon
Wis
Wiewonsin Iugenics
Wimonaln Legislawier
Effort to Break Huge Conspiracy in Burlington Prohibition Probe
Federal Prohibition Agent Albert Whitney announces a sprawling Burlington operation to violate prohibition laws. He says over 1,000 warrants will be issued as part of a state wide crackdown involving Blair Tavern Co and Moly Manufacturing Co. Police and agents swept Mait Beverage plant, securing evidence and documentation. Local officials and draymen lists are being reviewed as part of ongoing actions expected to extend through summer.
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Ationesipel
Mina
Burlingwon
Il. le. Duncan
M. Biyerman
Tanneas
Burlington
Blair Taveruze Co
Moly Manufacturing Co
Partin Mare
Albert &. Whitney
Marto
Whitney
Mait Beverage Company
Osburn Street
Jock
Rity Hall
Cty
Hll
Duncan
Prohibition Agents
Sminseaporte
Claims men shot at him at home
An Associated Press dispatch from Cedar Rapids reports a man says armed men shot at him at his residence. The alleged incident is linked to a vigilance of a company named Merteechs, with authorities investigating the matter as a possible crime or assault case in the early March timeframe.
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Mountaeioring Usd
Rueraring Co
Lertschy
Collar
Conan Pany
Waowen Koorton
Chieenerts
Warrant Action In Macon Autos Inquiry
In Macon Georgia on March 30 officers executed warrants related to autos in a booze inquiry. The scene involved arrest near Maruessittr with a judge noting limits on searches and citing information from an informant.
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Macon
Marc
Tin Terreh
Raala
Ugur
Ugwil
Coxinsel
Maruessittr
Stolen Postal Stamps Worth 27000 in Olympia Safe
March 20 news from Olympia reports a break in at a post office vault. Robbers forced entry and fled with stamps valued at 27000 dollars and cash totaling several hundred dollars. Police seek leads and urge witnesses to come forward.
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Norae
Olympia Post
Anorpiaig
Faye Aetmek Hind
Alem
Autoist Dies by Own Action After Hitting Man
A Florida incident reports an automobile driver taking his own life after colliding with a pedestrian. The victim, identified as Susie Sutomobite, is noted in fragmentary OCR text with limited readable details about the scene and individuals involved.
Bank clerk found shot dead in vault at Kirneville bank
A banker was found shot to death inside a bank vault in Kirneville. A doctor was summoned but all were dead. The incident followed a three in the family tragedy when a train struck near Rarwaoghan, causing multiple fatalities.
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Kirneville
Kirkaville “Trust Company
Rarwaoghan
Sra Uantayy
Trry
Prunecow Terry
Amos Terry
Eniid
Diamond in throat fatal to gem dealer's daughter
A gem dealer's five year old daughter died after a diamond became lodged in her throat. The father rushed to call for help, but the child could not be saved. The tragedy occurred at the family home and investigators began inquiries into the accident.
Fire damages East Chicago plant. two fire departments battle blaze
A fire at the East Chicago plant caused $27,000 in damage. Firefighters from two departments fought the blaze Sunday night at the Cham p i on River company site, with efforts under control by late evening.
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Champion River Company
East Chicago
Bishop Bowman, Prelates of Evangelical Church, Dies
Allentown Pa March 20 Tess Bowman emeritus at the Evangelical church in the United States and a longtime leader within the denomination died at home here. He was a respected figure in church circles and will be remembered for his service and leadership.
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Bishop Bowman
Evangellical Church
Allentown
Maren
Tess Bowman
Evangelical Church
Bent Aoowa
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