Gist of the League of Nations explained for voters
A compact guide detailing what the League of Nations is, its purposes to promote world peace, reduce armaments, and publicize treaties. It covers membership, U S stance, governance by assembly and council, voting rules, dispute settlement, and enforcement through sanctions, with emphasis on equal opportunity for men and women.
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League of Nations
United States
Bolshevist
Russia
Mey
Senate
League For Peace
Assembly
Great Britan
Italy
France
Japan
League
Great Britain
Council
Court of International Justice
Elihu Root
League Council
Baby Girl Born at Herman Sodeman Home in Preston Times
Ying Mother spared after a Sunday birth of a fine pound baby girl named Mary Jane. Doctors Jenkins Armstrong and Nurse Sullivan attended, battling to save the mother as reports from the Paup household grew alarmed. Latest bedside news says Mrs Sodeman is gaining strength and the recovery seems hopeful with no unexpected complications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Sodéeman
Dan Paup
iPaup
Drs. Jenkins
Armstrong
Sullivan
Mary Jane
Preston
The League of Nations Debate in Woman Voter Voices
Carrie Chapman Catt argues for the League as essential to peace while noting Article X and its mutual protection pledge. She says Congress must approve declarations of war, and that many women favor the League as a vehicle to end conflict, bloodshed, and sorrow.
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League
Cummins Esch Law Raises Freight Rates Nationwide
The Cummins Esch bill boosts freight costs from Maquoketa to Chicago across corn cattle hogs oats horses and sheep with coal carloads up by 36.00. The policy drew GOP disapproval as voters are urged to oppose Cummins and vote against the measure, urging farmers to set aside party politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cat Fox
Maquoketa
Chicago
Mr. Esch
Cummins
Farmers Urged to Buy Clover Seed Before Prices Rise
Farmers urged to purchase clover seed now to avoid higher spring prices. Cleaned seed priced at $14 per bushel delivered now or by March 1 1927. See Trout and Matthias for details.
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Trout & Matthias
Geisler Shoe & Clothing Co Sale Notices
Advertises discounts on suits and overcoats with price changes. Mentions prices like 30, 73.50, 239.50, 47.50 and references BIH. Indicates store is Geisler Shoe & Clothing Co.
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Geisler Shoe & Clothing Co
Morehead Caves as Iowa State Park Proposed
In a historical proposal, the Morehead Caves near Maquoketa are eyed for state park status. The 38th General Assembly created a Board of Conservation to locate and acquire sites with $200,000 allotted. The Board and Executive Council support taking over the caves, hoping for an appropriation when the 1921 legislature convenes, envisioning the area as the Switzerland of Iowa and a premier Middle West beauty spot.
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General Assembly
Board of Conservation
Broxam
Morehead Caves
Jackson County
L. H. Pommel
Joseph Kelso
John Z. Ford
Edgar R. Harlen
Executive Council
Towa
Senate
Morehead
Iowa
Middle West
Maquoketa
Senator Broxom
Campaign statement pledges fair, honest service to voters
A county office candidate reflects on duties and accessibility, noting the challenge of contacting every veteran by phone and stressing past achievements in crime reduction and budget savings. The speaker praises opponent Thomas, pledges impartial, lawfully conducted leadership, and asks for continued support without outside influence.
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Usls
Apn
Terson
Gil Allen
Wallad
Jers
el Grees
Thomas
Peters
Deputy Sheriff John Dallasher Seeks Jackson County Sheriff Seat
A candidate letter from Deputy Sheriff John Dallasher outlines his qualifications and asks voters to support him in the November 2, 1926 election for sheriff. He notes the impracticality of meeting every voter in person and points to his record as deputy as proof of his capability.
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Jackson County
John Dallasher
Chicago Wedding Seals Quiet Oct 7 Ceremony
Alma Echard and I can Barnett wed in Chicago with Rev Keef officiating. The bride wore a possum fur trimmed putty suit and rose buds at the waist. Barnett dressed in blue. After a Universal dinner they returned to a new bungalow on LaCrosse Avenue amid well wishes from Marquokett friends.
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Alma Echard
I Can Barnett
Chicago
Keef
Barnett
The
Universal
LaCrosse Avenue
Maquoketa Voter Spirit Amid Pro Obama Campaign Tone
The piece reflects unreadableOCR political booster lines praising Iowa and Maquoketa, vowing continued strong journalism regardless of election outcomes, and promising coverage of state and county Democratic ticket activities without naming specific events or dates.
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Iowa
Maquoketa
New Chiropractor Opens Offices in Maquoketa Row
Dr G R Kurkendall a Palmer School graduate opens at Graham's Store building with daily hours 9 to 12 and 2 to 5 and 6 to 7 except Sunday. Office visits 1.00 per adjustment twelve for 10.00 outside city 2.00 country 2.80. Examinations free. Chiropratics remove the cause of disease.
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Maquoketa
G. R. Kurkendall
Palmer School of Chiropractic
Graham’s
Novel Watch Meeting Sabsla Club Plans Evening November 2
A Novel Watch meeting of the Sabsla Community Club plans a night of November 2 with a waters meeting for ladies and men. Intervals between election returns will feature canes, music and refreshments. Many enthusiasts are expected to attend for an enjoyable and interesting evening. Mrs C P Rhodes of Fonter Kansas has returned home after a pleasant visit with her son and his wife. Mr and Mrs Bert Meyers of Ames arrived for a visit with Dr JO Ristine. Heart church meets Thursday afternoon November 4 with Mrs Will Markay on South Second Street. Mr and Mrs J C Hartman and daughter Velma, formerly of Appleton Minnesota, plan several days at John Tintman’s before proceeding to their new home in DeRidder Louisiana.
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Sabsla Community Club
C. P. Rhodes
Fonter, Kans
Hom
Mev
E. T. Clark
Bert Meyers
Ames
Velma
Appleton, Minn
John Tintman Scome
Rew
DeRidder
Thomas Seeks County Attorney Seat In Clean Campaign
Republican F E Thomas pledges an honest administration and equal justice, contrasting with opponent Ely's eight years of support. He notes his wartime service and legal trial experience, asserts a commitment to impartial enforcement, and urges fair voter consideration next Tuesday.
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Ely
Quilty
Thunder of the Peace
Fiders
Maguoketa
Maquoketa
F. Tr
F. E. Thomas
Tor County Tomey
Injury Adds Urgency to Hospital Stay in Oxford Mirror
Mrs A Wosoba was taken to Becker Hospital in Manquoketa by Mr and Mrs T E Wosobe a week ago Monday for an operation. She stepped on a damming needle, broke off, leaving part in her foot. Doctors located and removed the needle fragment. she is improving at present.
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A. Wosoba
Becker Hospital
Manquoketa
T. E. Wosobe
Oxford Mirror
Spragueville Sets Special Election On November 11
The town of Spragueville will hold a special election on November 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the council chamber to decide the franchise for electric lights in the town.
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Spragueville
Council
Suit and overcoat prices at Geisler's store
Readable text lists suit and overcoat prices at Geisler's with several price points. Entries include 350 suit or overcoat at 23.50, 82.00 for suit or overcoat, and 39.50 for overcoat. Additional lines show 347.50 for a French garment labeled S80.
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Geisler
Lost watch and chain with Tempiacs charm
Found notice requests notification to this office about a missing fold watch, chain, and Tempiacs charm. The finder cites Rewantie Wm. Elsner, with his son, and mentions a Westend Maquoketa resident.
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Rewantie
Wm. Elsner
Westend
Maquoketa Residen
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League OF ~ Nations
George Bess
Woman’s Bureau
Democratic National Committee
Carrie Chapman Catt
New York
Gummins
Eseh Law
F. J. Swift
Dr. Swift
Brandon Township
Sabula
Baldwin
Elmer Miller
Geo Nnfairs
Baker
Fowler
Cal
Perry
Des Moines
Des Motines
Europe
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