Wilson inaugurated for second time as U S president
Edward B. Clark reports in Washington on March 5 that Woodrow Wilson was inaugurated for a second term as president with Thomas R. Marshall sworn in again as vice president. The day featured a massive crowd, patriotic displays, a long procession, and a parade with military and civic groups, ending with fireworks and illuminated monuments.
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Germany sought alliance with Mexico and Japan to attack the United States
Washington reports reveal Germany proposed an alliance with Mexico and Japan to wage war on the United States. Mexico would reconquer Texas New Mexico and Arizona with financial backing. Japan would be urged to join via Mexican mediation. Details were sent to General Carranza by von Eckhardt as Secretary Zimmermann outlined the plan in 1917. Japanese and Mexican officials deny any such proposal reaching Tokyo or Mexico, while Congress weighs the implications.
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Damascus the oldest city in the modern world
The article notes Damascus as the oldest city remaining in the modern world and cites its first mention in scripture in Genesis 14 115 related to Abraham. It also recalls diverse topics from glycerin by product disposal to Spain railway control and a New York club for women over sixty.
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Spain
New York
Damascus
WILLING TO FIGHT AMERICA Berlin March 2 War sentiment in Germany
Berlin reports that Germans expect a US declaration of war and would be surprised if it did not come. They feel President Wilson will align fully with the Allies, reacting to the chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg's Reichstag speech amid Tirpitzite critique.
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America
Armed Neutrality Bill Fails In Senate Filibuster
Washington March 4. The armed neutrality bill failed to reach a vote as the Sixty-fourth congress expired at noon. Twelve senators led by La Follette and urged by Stone stalled for twenty six hours, denying the president authority to arm American merchant ships against the German submarine menace. A manifesto by seventy six senators claimed support for passage, noting the house approved the measure 408 to 18. Penrose said he would have voted yes if given a chance.
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Pennsylvania
Constitution—Iowa's 60th birthday mark in 1857 draft
Des Moines notes the Iowa constitution is 60 years old. It recounts the 1857 constitutional convention from Jan 19 to March 5 in Iowa City, its adoption Aug 8, appointing officers Hosea W. Gray and John A. Parvin, with Francis Springer as president. It created lieutenant governor, elected supreme court judges, and raised debt limit to 250000 while fixing Des Moines as capital and Iowa City for the state university.
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Thomas Seely
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Supreme Court
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Big Prizes for Potatoes at State Fair Board
Des Moines announces cash prizes totaling 520 dollars for seven Irish potato varieties and three sweet potato varieties at the upcoming state fair. An additional class invites entries of ten different potato varieties, encouraging farmers to raise and compete with their spuds this fall.
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Des Moines
State Fair Board
School Girls Form Guard Drill at St Katherine’s School
Two companies of girls at St Katherine’s exclusive school practice military drill with wooden rifles. Lieut. H. O. Ward of Davenport’s local national guard field artillery serves as drillmaster guiding the exercise.
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Davenport
St. Katharine’s
H. O. Ward
National Guard Field Artillery
Big Price for Iowa Land in Waukon City Sale
Waukon land traders McCullough OMalley and Messrg paid 300 dollars per acre for thirty acres in the northwest city limits, a notable value breakthrough in local real estate.
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Iowa
Waukon—Messrg, McCullough & O'Malley
Wire Fence Around Rock Island Arsenal Under Construction
Work has begun on a high woven wire fence around all Rock Island arsenal shops. It will be topped with barbed wire, guarded by a stronger armed guard force, and thousands of employees will receive identification cards with description and photo. Entry will be denied without the card.
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Davenport
Rock Island Arsenal
California Syrup of Figs Advertisement Says It Cleanses Kids
A vintage health ad urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children to relieve constipation. It emphasizes checking the tongue for signs of buildup, warns against counterfeit syrups, and recommends a 50 cent bottle with full directions for all ages.
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California
Owell
Adv
Quote Exchange Over Debt Reflects Cautionary Rivalry
A terse exchange hints at ongoing tension over debts with Brown. One speaker remarks they will pay only for the privilege of not being bothered by him, signaling a wary stance toward repayment expectations and potential friction in their relationship.
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Brown
High Cost of Living and Cheap Meals Ad
A home economics notice urges cutting high priced meat dishes and serving Skinner's Macaroni and Spaghetti as a cheap nutritious alternative. It promotes requesting a free Skinner Mfg. Co. cook book from Omaha Nebraska, aimed at women.
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Skinner Mfg. Co
Omana
Nebr
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Faint Praise Credited to Detroit Free Press Quote
Detroit Free Press quotes reflect mixed views on a man described as having many bad habits yet considered a good provider. The piece notes public skepticism and the tension between personal flaws and material stability in evaluating character.
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Detroit Free Press
Dodd's Kidney Pills Credited By Kerrville Man
Mr S P Benton of Kerrville Texas writes that years of kidney and rheumatic trouble left him bent over and using a cane. After taking Dodd's Kidney Pills he recovered, now age six and standing straight again, praising the remedy.
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S. P. Benton
Kerrville
Texas
Dodd
Benton
Pan American Policy Question Sparks Sharp Exchange
A heated exchange centers on the Pan American policy with James asking its meaning and a companion deriding questions as a woman's stupility, commenting that Americans are being panned. The dialogue highlights tensions over policy interpretation and public perception.
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James
Freezone corn remover advertised with claims
An ether compound called Freezone, invented by a Cincinnati chemist, is marketed to shrink and remove corns and calluses. The ad promises painless treatment from tiny bottles at low cost, with quick loosening of roots and no irritation, urging readers to ask their druggist to stock it. The piece ends with a moral remark about the widow's mite and small contributions.
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