Shaw in Philadelphia Seeks Quiet Life Over Presidential Orbit
Uncle Richard Clarkson praised Shaw for steady judgment choosing a bank career in Philadelphia over chasing the presidency. The piece argues Shaw’s private life and public service show superior sense, noting he never pursued political glory and could still have had chances like other hopefuls. Time may reveal his choice as wise.
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Treasury
Washington
Iowa
Northwest
Philadelphia
Ignis Fantus
Webser
Clay
Douglas
Mr. Shaw
Leslie M. Shaw
Shaw
Big Land Deal Shakes Imogene and Farmer City
Last Saturday afternoon a major land swap closed between John Berigan of near Imogene and George Gilmore of Farmer City. Gilmore traded his 100 acre farm near Farmer City for Berigan’s 300 acre Imogene area farm, with cash totaling 54 000 dollars. Land values cited were 18 400 and 86 000 respectively. Possession set for next March. Berigan may move to his Nebraska ranch purchased recently for 50 000 dollars. Both men are prominent farmers.
Tabor Beacon on Interurban Rail Plan and Blue Sky Inquiry
Local promoters discuss organizing a company to build an electric interurban railway from Red Oak to Des Moines. They compare prospects with the Council Bluffs to Tabor project and note eastern capitalists' hesitance. The plan hinges on local stock faith and potential Route Tarkio to Council Bluffs with Omaha interests.
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Tabor
Red Oak
Des Moines
Council Bluffs-Tabor
Sidney
Council Bluffs
Omaha
Tarkio
Freight oriented interurban trollys in Iowa discussed
Mostly used for freight, Red Oak business men aim to build an electric road to Des Moines. The Sun notes interurban trolly lines are not only passenger lines. Iowa lines derive 88 percent of revenue from freight and 17 percent from other sources. Trollys serve farmers by moving freight from doors with minimal loading costs. Iowa railway board reports all trolley lines show net income up to 1400 dollars per mile. Some lines are short yet profitable and some run parallel to steam roads throughout.
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Red Oak
Des Moines
the Sun
Iowa
Iowa Board of Railway Commissioners
Morgan's Confectionery Draws Shoppers for Best Treats
Some shoppers prefer confectionery and Morgan's stands out as the top choice for sweet treats. The local shop promotes its quality selection, inviting customers to sample the firm’s best offerings.
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Morgan’s
Des Moines Letter on Primary Expense Limits and Law
Iowa state executive council directs county auditors to publish candidate lists in primary order rather than full party ballots. It aims to cut newspaper space and expenses while noting state funds cover half the admin costs.
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Des Moines
State Executive Council
Executive Council
Independent Citizens’ League of Iowa
Davenport
August P. Richter
John Ferwald
W. A. Dowell
Cass County
L. T. Richmond
Marion-Monroe
C B Q timetable highlights for Glenwood and Pacific Junction
The timetable shows Fast Mail No 8 arriving Glenwood 7 22 p m No 2 departs Pacific Junction 5 25 p m Fast Mail No 15 arrives Glenwood 7 38 a m Fast Mail No 7 departs 1 53 p m No 1 departs Pacific Junction 2 00 a m Nos 11 14 91 and 92 do not run Sundays
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Glenwood
Pacific Junction
Aim
Hastings
Fmerson
Red Oak
Creston
Malvern
Balfour
Council Bluffs
Bees
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Sensible Shaw
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Dr.a.w.chase Medicine Co
Buffalo,n.y
Selunucu
W. Ghase
A. J. How
Brennan
Historical Department of Iowa
Fred Douglass
Alexander Campbell
Towa Christian Convention
Interstate Commerce
Prouty
Clifford Thorne
Corn Belt Meat Producers’ Association
Chicago
H. W. Byers
Sioux Citys Corporation
Capitol
Co-operative Company of
Sioux City
Co-operative Company
General Byers
Minneapolis & St. Louis
Iowa Central
Great Western
Federal Court
McArthur
Sears, Roebuck & Co
Ayer
Poe Stan
Lowell
Mass
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F. G. Day
W.S. Lewis
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Carter Building
Mills County National Bank
Ten Ore State Bank
Wm. M. Lambanker
Glenwood, Iowa
Dan’l Lugsch
West Side
OLD Reliable Tailor
FE. M. Shriver
Dyer Block
Court House Square
Lowa
H. B. Milliron Barber
Bower Bros
L. B. Bacon
Mills County
Nebraska
J. B. Winkler
Real Estate and Loans Office
North Side Square
Will M. Donelan
Louis Hurst
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