Hawkeye state misperceptions amid Chicago probing report
A correspondent recalls a bachelor friend in Chicago and a Corporal Heczalyre’s study on Midwestern ideas about Iowa. The piece satirically contrasts Oak Park and Patagonia like views, describing Chicago life, weather, and farming chatter with dated social commentary.
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Chicago
Heczalyre
Windy City
Hawkeye State
Oak Park
Patagonia
Dow
Wisconsin
Dev Nice
Geod
Middlewest
Nettie
United States poised for largest Navy and air expansion in history
The weekly period notes a proposed Vinson bill to fund an 800 million dollar navy program, expanding ships to 20 percent beyond Washington treaty limits, adding seven battleships, and boosting naval air strength by 1000 planes. It also mentions pressure on anti lynching legislation, war news from China and Spain, and Roosevelt urging steady production and prices.
Troop 84 Honored Under Calkins Leadership In Malvern
Editorial lauds Troop 84 of Malvern led by Rev C A Calkins praising its growth, discipline and service. It credits Calkins for guiding boys to industrious, trustworthy, generous traits and calls on the community to support annual fees aiding area scouting resources. It notes Junior Chamber of Commerce funding and urges continued farm discussions free of heated conflict.
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Malvern
Act
C. A. Calkins
Junior Chamber of Commerce
Deadly Pass Puzzle Prompts Odd Debate in Gab
In a cryptic exchange a peculiar manual cites a deadly pass and a strange question about governance. Experts weigh a supreme option while noting a dramatic claim that some plan could change a vote and destabilize the hall.
Pella Hollanders Immigrate to America in 1847
A fragment recounts Henry Scholte and Utrecht Seceders founding the Colony of Pella in Marion County Iowa in 1847. It notes 160 families arrived by August, purchased land at 1.23 per acre, and established a Dutch settlement that produced many Iowa citizens. The pulpit Scholte used is exhibited at Des Moines Museum.
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Malvern Leader
Mills County
W. P. Wortman
F. A. Wortman
Malvern
Iowa
Osinsa
Board of Supervisors
Es Baers
Fry
Potland
Elenry
Peter Scholte
Utrecht Congregationn
Seceders
Io America
Marion County
Teaga
Pella Hollanders
Dominie Scholte
America
Museum of the
Hfistorical, Memorial and Art Department
Des Moines
Patriots and Nativists Clash Over Duty and Liberty
A fervent wartime piece condemns pampered students and foreign influence while praising Patriots and Old Glory. It asserts bold military resolve, rejects antiwar sentiments, and urges unwavering loyalty to the nation amid alleged plots and isms. It contrasts domestic liberty with autocratic rule and calls for readiness to defend democracy.
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Hamid
Are We Suffering From Economic Jitters
An analysis argues the recent trade slump and recession fears are partly psychological fear paychosis. It notes periodic recessions, overexpansion after booms, and argues America remains fundamentally sound with abundant resources, stable government, and mass production. It warns ongoing alarm could prolong downturn.
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United States
Barron's
Financal Weekly
Mhonda
America
Japan
Germany
Italy
Oddities From The Leader 1913 And 1888 Clips
The Leader excerpts recall Good Old Days with notes on Allen Bartlett visiting his grandmother Mrs. W. J. C. Smith in Montpelier Ida and engineers on the Oregon Short Line. It cites a 1888 rail fares shift and a land expedition crew from Hastings to southern Texas, plus local farm sales and a mastoid operation for Dr Parsons’ son George. The piece blends community notices, ads, and political rail rate comparisons.
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Prom
Allen Bartlett
Montpelier
Ida
W. J. C. Smith
Bartlett
G. W. Conrad
John Weighler
George Addy
Near Randolph
Texas
Jake Eost
South of Hastings
George
J. A .Parsons
Dean
Council Bluffs
Steel Trust
Albert Pontow
Golden Hill
Lewis Pontow
Malvern
J. A. McCurdy
We Wonder in Washington What Are They Going To Do
A fragmented meditation on politics and hunger, questioning lawmakers actions amid shortages and social strain. The writing laments late bills, rising hunger, and a sense of distrust toward powerful groups while invoking Mother Nature and public suffering.
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Washington
Congressmen Wearin writes about federal tax burden on Washington DC
A letter from Congressman Wearin discusses high federal costs for the capital city and defends DC tax structure. He notes the Ways and Means Committee hearings on the farm bill and possible conference report timing. He also mentions negotiations for a long term lease for the Council Bluffs Mail Terminal with Post Office officials.
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Senate
District of Columbia
Capitol City
United States
America
Washington, D.C
Washington
Parachar
Ways and Means
Foc Dill
Council Bluffs
Post Office Department
Cissler
Bureau
Ambrose O'Connell
Farley
Congress
Dark days in smoky cities cut ultraviolet sunlight
Ma and Smoke Measurements show that in smoky cities sunlight reaching inhabitants is only 13,000 of what a clear day would deliver. In large industrial cities many days lack healthful ultraviolet light reaching the ground.
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