Governor Cummins seeks Republican advice on senatorial succession
Des Moines Iowa Governor A B Cummins issued a public statement saying he will seek input from Republican factions before acting on the All ison senatorial vacancy. He will not summon a progressive caucus and may wait until after the August 25 general conference of Republican leaders to decide the next step.
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Des Moines
A. B. Cummins
Aliison
Chicago
Allison
Brant
Cummins
Alil ‘Son
France proves automobile warfare in Moroccan campaign
The French used 40-horsepower Panhard car batteries with quick firing guns against Arabs in Morocco, revictualing army corps daily across up to 140 kilometers. Capt. Genty led the auto contingent to victory at Aiisfa while praise came for the chassis, yet U.S. tests at Pine Plains showed unreliability and limited road usefulness, with motorcycles deemed the success.
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France
Nvasion
Aiisfa Wa
Panhard
Fis
Genty
Paris
Legion of Honor
United States Army
F. D. Grant
Pine Plains
Watertown
E. F. Glenn
Twenty-third Infantry
New York
Cilib Hills
de Ferret
Great Bend
Sterlingville
Johnson
Cost of Muddy Day in London Returns Costs
It estimates London faces a costly muddy day with about 25 000 dollars burdened by 82 tons of mud carried by wagons and horses and another 25 tons brushed off clothing and mats. City aid shows upsides as shoeblacks profit from the wet season and mud spurs new purchases of silk hats dresses boots and shoes.
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London
Yacht Galilee Returns After Long Pacific Voyage
The yacht Galilee has returned to San Francisco ending ocean magnetic survey work for now. Plans for a new vessel to continue the project are being prepared by naval architect Henry J. Gielow. Chartered by the Carnegie Institution and commanded by W. J. Peters, the Galilee spent nearly three years at sea covering about 63,600 miles in the Pacific.
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Galilee
San Francisco
Ocean Magnetic Survey
Henry J. Gielow
Naval
Carnegie Institution
Washington
W. J. Peters
Pacific Ocean
Wonderful Yellowstone Park Landmark Declared 1872
Yellowstone National Park established by act of Congress in 1872 to preserve unique natural features within U S borders. The park spans about 3 312 square miles and protects a remarkable group of landscapes and phenomena historic in American conservation.
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Yellowstone Park
Yellowstone National Park
Congress
United States
Outdoor party games with fish prize and flower quiz
An August outdoor hostess party features a sea rug with paper fish prizes named after guests using hooks and lines. A flower quiz yields 15 questions with answers like wakerobin primrose and forget me not. Beverage mixer offers themed prizes and prints. A second wedding anniversary uses extensive paper decorations and paper crafts for favors and hats.
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Patch
Ariel Man
A Practical Shower for a Bride-to-Be
A prospective autumn bride receives a practical wedding shower that saves guests from costly gifts. Friends bring jars or glasses of “something” and sew with “thimbles” noted. Hosts supply fabric towels dust cloths and notes. Jellies marmalades canned fruit pickles ginger and peanut butter fill the shelf with humorous recipes jingles and advice.
A Sliver Watch Holder For Toilet Table
A new watch holder shaped like a picture frame in sterling silver holds the watch by clamping it in place. When unused by the woman, a pretty clock remains on the dresser, adding utility and charm to the item.
Veranda Furnishings Rise With Summer Wicker Appeal
The veranda blends indoors and outdoors, with wicker as a favored light material for seating and tables. Designers warn that many wicker styles look ugly in shops, but good native and foreign models offer simple, comfortable options. Cushioned seats enhance comfort, while bold color schemes and tasteful floral accents complete the scene.
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Polk
Polk County Board of Supervisors
Standard Voting Machine Company
Standard Company
Iowa
State Board of Health
Jennie S. Sehanch
Ottumera
S. 3. Jones
Desines
G. W. Pangle
Cornncil Bluffs
Executive Council
Board of Supervisors
Legal Department
Boards of Health
Board of Health
State Board
J. W. Danlittle
Health Officers’ Association
Eb, Johnston
Cornell Hamery
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