Dr Beanblossom Slain on Oklahoma Farm
Dr Beanblossom formerly of eastern Iowa was shot and killed on his farm near Oklahoma City, the assailant surrendering. He married Miss Shephard in Burlington in 1878, moved to Oklahoma in 1899, and held substantial property with many tenants. He has a brother and other relatives in Washington Iowa.
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Beanblossom
Oklahoma
Kington
Homa City
Okla
City
Dr. Beanblossom
Burlington
Hire Shephard
Oklah City
Washn
Funeral Directors Oppose Sunday Obsequies
In Kalaoosa Louisiana on February 27 the sixth annual session of the directors concluded with strong resolutions opposing Sunday funerals. The association urged members to discourage the practice and favor quiet home services whenever possible, keeping remains at church or homes.
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Lral
Kaloosa
Poultry Group Forms Tri-State Association In Ikuk
A meeting of the Tri-State Poultry and Pet Association was held at the office of D O W in Ikuk Iowa. W S Russ Ottumwa, noted as a top poultry expert, was named head of the first exhibition by the local group scheduled for February 25 to 28.
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Ikuk
Tri-State Poultry and Pet Association
O. W
W. S. Russ Ottumwa
Taft to Attend Council Bluffs Commercial Club Banquet
The William H Taft secretary of ??? will be guest of honor at the Council Bluffs Commercial Club banquet on the evening of April 7. Victor Ender, chairman of the speakers committee, reported the telegram accepting the invitation. Taft is expected to speak at the Omaha forum on Monday evening, June.
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Council Bluffs Commercial Club
Bncil Bluffs
William H. Taft
Council Bluffsercial Club
Victor Nder
Ittee
Ile
Taft
Omaha Forium
Allison Wins Debates On Return to Senate Tenure
In a City program on Feb 29 the Zetagathian Lyceum debated Allison's bid for another Senate term. Judges chosen from the society sided with the affirmative, while Marshall Law hosted a Republican convention with delegates from several states. Limited time prevented naming a vice president.
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Bry Society
Senate
Allison Aft
Zetagathian Ry Society
Allison
Marshall Law Society
Iowa Seven-Rule Pass May Allow Drake Grinnell Plays
City reports that Iowa teams may face Drake and Grinnell if the seven-game rule passes. Pending approval, Iowa may schedule matchups with Northwestern and other rivals. Despite uncertainty, Iowa schools expect possible games with Kansas Nebraska Illinois and Missouri if schedules proceed.
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Iowa
N City
Drake and Grinnell
Northwestern
Towa
Pythian Principles Toasted at K P Banquet
Wm. Louden's Feb 27 address to Forest City lodge No. 37 discusses Pythianism ideals including Friendship Charity and Benevolence. He contrasts charity with helping self support, warns against scandal and fear, and honors Lincoln and civic duty while urging loyalty to country and fellowmen.
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Wm. Louden
K. P
Damon
Pythias
Syracuse
Dyonisus
Dyonsius
Lincoln
Toastmaster
Forest City Lodge No. 37
Merckens
Toastmaster Reminder For Lodge Occasion
A copy prepared for lodge members to present as a reminder of the occasion. The note addresses the duties of the toastmaster and the ceremonial context within the lodge gathering.
Reform at Ottumwa Gambling Sentences Hit City
In Ottumwa Iowa Judge M A Roberts sentences nearly a score of gamblers after a raid on local gambling houses. Penalties include fines from 100 to 300 dollars and jail terms up to four months. Several operators face 100 dollar fines and no jail. News notes women in ill fame fled town as indictments looming.
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Ottumwa
M. A. Roberts
Herm Davis
Tom Sumner
George Wollett
W. B. Floyd
George Cloyd
Jobe Carter
Chas
Morris
Eldon
C. M. Thompson
Ben Lane
Wm. Hollenbeck
J. M. Thompson
Annie Kane
Frank Webber
A. F. Schwarnwebber
H. E. McManus
Underworld
Roberts
Grand Jury
Advertise Is the Slogan for Iowa Lumber Dealers
The 13th annual convention of central Iowa retail lumber dealers held in Marshalltown endorses advertising as key. Officers predict more printer's ink in year than ever, urging use of local papers and same catalog cuts and prices to boost retailer prospects.
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Marshalltown
Iowa
J. F. Weart
Cherokes
Northwestern Lawn Retail Lumbermen’s Association
Mr. Weart
Army Auto in Iowa Speeds Across State
A military automobile traveling across Iowa paused after a burst tire west of Cedar Rapids. The delay occurred while another car was summoned from Cedar Rapids. From Marshalltown to Carroll the 126 mile leg was driven by Charles Eldridge with C F Eisminger handling the next relay portion from Marshalltown.
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Marshalltown
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Grant
New York City
Fort Leavenworth
Carroll
Charles Eldridge
C. F. Eisminger
Mason City Convent Burns in Midnight Blaze
A Roman Catholic convent in Mason City Iowa burned to the ground at midnight. Eighteen occupants including sisters and attendants escaped miraculously as the blaze, sparked by a burning chimney, gained headway before discovery. The institution housed 250 students and eight teachers with total losses near $30,000 and $16,000 insured.
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Mason City
Worker Demands Rights at Ballot Box
A laborer asserts his rights at the polls, urging fair treatment and voting access. The statement emphasizes civic participation as a means to secure protections and equal standing in the community.
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AMER
AFT
Thorugh
Earth
Heaven
Mrs. Eddy
Army Auto
Mason City Convent
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