15 Jul 1915
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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1915
Page
1
In Decorah many physicians list offices with hours and contact numbers, including Daly and Hoeg for lungs, and Amy in Curtin's addition with long hours. Other entries note osteopathic practice, dentistry, and a general surgery focus, plus a sugar bowl ice cream factory, printing services, a steamship agent, and a dry goods store with trimmings.
A long editorial compilation surveys current affairs and public opinion. It weaves quotes and observations on war, politics, economics, and social issues, highlighting U S and world events, leadership, and policy debates with a satirical, reflective tone.
Complaints rise over use of U S flags in ads. Banks and newspapers in Des Moines and statewide have faced legal notices for bright flag displays intended to draw attention. Iowa law on flag use is strict, with many violations described as inadvertent.
The item argues for Madison county to build several miles of permanent roads using limestone, noting rock exposures and existing stone crushers. It asserts that a durable road showcase would demonstrate to the state how Madison county limestone can create quality highways.
Insurance officials say new state regulation of rates and rating bureaus goes into effect July 4, banning discrimination and rebating. The law targets unfair practices, imposes heavy penalties including fines from 100 to 100 and up to 30 days in jail per offense, with enforcement duties handed to county attorneys.
The July 1 federal crop estimate lowers Iowa corn to about 201 million bushels this fall, far from last year’s 380 million. Other crops show mixed results with rye, timothy, pasture, oats, potatoes, apples and cherries listed against ten year averages and prior totals. The Des Moines weather bureau released figures based on Washington bureau calculations.
State dairy and food commissioner W BK Barney and auditor FS Shaw announce that department employees must resign before seeking any state office. Several officials in those departments have discussed running in next spring’s primaries for state jobs.
A new Iowa law, effective July 4, channels financially unable families with deformed or crippled children to district court for access to treatment at the state medical hospital in Iowa City. Officials, teachers, and others may petition the court to bring cases under the Perkins measure, aiming to restore children to health and usefulness for society.
The state spent 155820.72 less than the prior year while warrants issued totaled 80088.15 compared with 67190 in the previous year. Beginning general fund balance was 737800.82. receipts stood at 706484.45, leaving a year end balance of 850045. Taxes on auto produced 152445? with 15 percent returned to counties. collateral inheritance tax yielded 382100.08. direct taxation and licenses, foods provided additional revenue.
July ath, MHS marks all fishways required by the commissioner and game warden plans. Possessing four nets or other devices for taking fish or game is illegal. authorities may seize destroy or sell. Minimum sizes set for several fish. daily kill limits for prairie chickens and quail defined. spearing banned. fur-bearing animals restricted to dates. trot lines allowed on parts of the Big Sioux and Des Moines rivers. A line about a man with a high arm remark closes the item.
Eight world class dirt track racers will compete at the Winneshiek County Fair on Tuesday August 17. Notable drivers include Louis Disbrow Wild Bill Endicott Karl Kiger Eddie Hearne LeCocq Johnnie Raimey Milton Johnnie Clarke and others with tests and races up to ten miles. Aeroplane days balloon displays parachute drops and a large daylight fireworks show are planned along with Little Four Wague ball games and a four balloon ascension act. Tickets remain at last year’s price and the fair promises a high value program unseen in the region.
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