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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1913
Page
1
A sprawling editorial column critiques politics and society as the Wilson era begins, lampoons suffragists and Canada’s tariff stance, mentions congressmen and White House figures, and muses on naval and railroad matters. It previews Prohibition debates in Iowa, notes the growing use of automobiles, and reflects on public mood and reform promises.
Des Moines reports a heated session with the Shankland measure to end consent petitions and let cities over 6000 decide saloon fate by ballot every four years. The bill would require 80 percent in 5000-6000 populations and keep present rules under 6000. Debate centers on adoption chances amid Waterloo and Ottumwa petition battles.
The Iowa House debated bills on extending removal powers and enlarging the supreme court, but constitutional limits led to recalls of both measures. Other items covered tax concerns for farmers, vocational training, compulsory high school safety study, and the new public utilities commission bill. John H. Patterson and 27 officers of National Cash Register were found guilty of Sherman anti trust violations with a $5,000 fine and a one year jail term.
G A Meyer of Winneshick county lauds a road bill as the most progressive in the union. The measure, drafted by a joint sub committee, is urged for passage by the house roads and highways committee with county supervisors urging the bill as practical and popular. They oppose state approval of the county engineer, arguing the county board is competent to select engineers and that state intervention would hinder efficiency.
Plans announced by Mrs. Woodrow Wilson call for a 35 member party of close relatives and aides to attend the inauguration luncheon at the White House. The gathering seeks space near the presidential reviewing stand with cabinet members possibly joining later.
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