Roosevelt urges national plan for Mississippi flood control
In Memphis Roosevelt, speaking at the Levee convention, calls for a broad federal program to harness the Mississippi Basin. He urges reservoirs, forests, and levees as parts of a unified system, arguing floods affect half the nation and require national action beyond state efforts.
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Mississippi River Commission
White Mountain
New Hampshire
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Ohio Valley
Upper
U. S
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St. Louis
Pass prosperity around by water power and irrigation
The article argues water routes to the heart of the continent would boost hydro electric development by millions of horsepower, delivering benefits to the people. It advocates irrigation expansion from West to East to raise farm productivity and curb rising living costs by expanding meat and grain output.
Family Reunion at J. E. Cummings Home
The Cummings residence at 822 S Court street hosts a large family reunion. Mrs. Cummings welcomes her son Pearl Irvin from Seattle and several other children and spouses from Richland Chariton and Brighton for a two day gathering to celebrate being together.
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J. E. Cummings
S. Court Street
Cummings
Pearl Irvin
Seattle
Washington
R. M. Irwin
Richland
J. Irwin
Home Together in the Days Gone By
A brief line recalls a sense of unity and nostalgia, reflecting on past communal bonds and shared experiences that shaped the community over time. The wording evokes a longing for simpler times and enduring friendships.
Town resident praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound
Mrs T A Town of Wa tertown SD writes her four children suffer frequent colds and Foley's Honey and Tar Compound gives splendid results. She recalls a prior la grippe treatment with Foley's Flowery and Tar Compound that quickly overcame it. For sale by L S Bradshaw Co.
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T. A. Town
6Th St
Watertown
Foley
L. S. Bradshaw & Co
Advt
Our Daily Special The Only Things Worth Doing
The phrase highlights a curious maxim on restraint and risk seeking. It reflects a playful yet paradoxical motto that values unconventional choices and bold actions over conventional caution.
Notice of Final Settlement for Elizabeth McVey Estate
Notice to the heirs and interested parties that by October 24, 1912, the Clerk of the District Court in Jefferson County Iowa will file the final report of C H Linder administrator seeking approval and discharge and release of bond sureties. Contest permitted. Leggett Mckenney attorneys.
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Elizabeth McVey
Jefferson County
Iowa
C. H. Linder
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