Senate declares war and debate shifts to House
The Senate approved a war declaration by a 2 to 6 vote and sent the measure to the House for morning debate at 10 o clock. Senators voting no were Gronna La Follette Norris Lane Stone and Vardaman. A substitute to declare war via Mac Cumber failed without a roll call. The text affirms U.S. entry against Imperial Germany.
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House
Gronna
North Dakota
la Follette
Wisconsin
Norris
Nebraska
Lane
Oregon
Stone
Missouri
Vardaman
Mississippi
Mac Cumber
Tos
Germany
United States of America
House of Representatives
Congress
United States
Congress of the
Patriotically back to war effort says Congress backs president
The piece argues Congress supports the president and that the United States must defend its honor against German aggression. It criticizes pacifism, urges rapid military preparation, and calls for decisive action to protect seamen and national prestige.
Government Eyes Germans and Loyalists in Wartime Watch
The government orders federal officials to monitor suspected disloyalty and postmasters nationwide to report suspicious acts. Maurice Connolly, former congressman and Senate candidate, is linked to the Dubuque postmastership, promising his supporters temporary relief.
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United States
Maurice Connolly
Dubuque
Thia
Legislature Drama Over Quail Lobbying Episode
The state senate removed Will Parrott from the floor at a frail senator’s request accusing him of lobbying. Hours later a resolution of apology passed. Parrott sought a five year term to buy protected quails and was simply polling senators on the plan. The episode reflects odd self warnings amid rail, telephone and insurance lobbyists in a volatile legislature.
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State Senate
Will Parrott
Parrott
Administration’s measured stance on German crisis urged
The writer argues the administration showed no madness in its policy toward Germany. It contends delays were deliberate not rash and urges immediate action after the Lusitania sinking, protests over Belgium, and continual preparations since the first American submarine death.
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Bernstorf
Germany
Belgium
Silence and Justice in Prohibition Era Mexico
Three saloon keepers were executed by firing squad for disobeying a prohibition injunction in Mexico. The incident was carried out without counsel or clergy present, reflecting harsh enforcement measures of the period. The speaker dismisses German plotting as an unfounded suggestion.
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Mexico
Pinchot Starts Bryan Style Advertising Campaign
One member of the Pinchot family launches a Bryan style advertising drive using inherited wealth to gain public attention. The effort centers on the Pinchot name with scant other associating figures.
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Pinchots
Bryan
Pinchot
Law repeal shows broad dissatisfaction with insurance rating act
The large majority votes in both legislative branches to repeal the insurance rating law indicate widespread discontent with a measure that reduced competition and raised overall insurance costs.
Name change of Danish West Indies to Virgin Islands debated
Fragments discuss the U S renaming of the Danish West Indies after purchase from Denmark. A tongue in cheek claim attributes the title to an abundance of virgins among inhabitants, reflecting humorous speculation rather than official reasoning.
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United States
Danish West Indies
Denmark
Virgin Islands
Twenty Years Ago Highlights From The Express April 1897
The Express files recall 1897 events in Monticello and vicinity. The Lowell State Bank organized with 100000 capital. Local deaths include Mrs. William Oltmanns and Charles McCarthy. Marriages include George W. Davis with Mrs. Josie Hayward and Frances Murphy to Peter Dress Jr. A prize debate at Lenox College and a Monticello school superintendent election are noted. A large barn fire on John Schweitzer farm destroyed stock and farm implements with insured loss.
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Iowa
United States
Farm Loan Board of the
Federal Loan Banks
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Minnesota
Missouri
Nebraska
Michigan
South Dakota
Kansas
North Dakota
New Hampshire
Wisconsin
The
Express
Lowell State Bank
William Oltmanns
Cass Township
Ltd
George W. Davis
Josie Hayward
Davenport
Charles McCarthy
Monticello
Frances Murphy
Georges Murphy
Peter Dress, Jr
Charles Schneiter
Margaret Arduser
Casper Arduser
William A. Langworthy
Yellville
Arkansas
Lenox Colleges
C. B. Paul
Hugh McMvarroll
W. A. Doron
Eldora
Jessie A. Matthiessen
John Matthiessen
Alfred Starks
Lillie Siebels
Castle Grove Township
Menno Siebels
Charles Webber
Ray Schaeffer
Mabel Lawrence
Isaac Seara
Seera
Clara Weir
Edward M. Thompson
Lovell Township
Lincolnshire
England
John Schweitzer
Richland Township
Christian Balsinger
General Assembly Work Preparing to Adjourn April 11th
Des Moines Iowa March 31 1917 legislative letters report the first session series predicts adjournment by April 14 with about 1 200 bills introduced though few pass both houses. Highlights include senate approval of a $5000 district judge salary rise opposed by the house, the sale of cigarettes controversial, and the Stone Miller bill to abolish the state printer and binder advancing after a heated debate. The suffrage question advances, alcohol controls tighten, and a new temple of justice funding bill nears passage.
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J. W. Jarnagg
Des Moines
Iowa
General Assembly
Senate
House
Kimball
Rogers
Board of Parole
Board of Control
LeCompte
Edwards
Vickenburg
Co. Palmer
Balkema
Acssiob
Grout
Black Hawk-Grundy
Black Hawk County
Grundy County
Marshall
Clayton
Allamakee
Howard and
Wioneshiek
Fayette
Emmet
Hancock
Kassuth
Cerro Gordo
Franklin
R. M. Haines
J. M. Pierce
Iowa Homestead
Stone-Miller
House, Representatives
A. Nichols
Hardin
William D. Miller
Boone
A. W. Jackson
Cedar
D. O. Stone
Hawarden
S. A
Executive Council
Helming
Coburn
Eppa
Deemer
Gaynor
Supreme Bench
Sallinger
Lee
Pitt
Iowa House and Senate
W.L. Harding
Towa
Senator Whitmore
Obituary notes from Iowa communities recount several deaths
Mrs. Elien Donnelly of Iowa City Cedar Rapids resident for over forty years died last Saturday. Miss Ida May Rowan a longtime Iowa City teacher died at her home. Miss Mary Ellis of Mt Vernon died at home born September 11 1871 near Olin Jones County. Mrs M H Kinley died near Coggan survived by husband and young children. A Maquoketa boy age eleven was kicked by a horse injuring shoulder and jaw. George Bollinger sixteen of Maquoketa injured after car race crash found unconscious on railroad track.
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Elien Donnelly
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Ida May Rowan
Mary Ellis
Mt. Vernon
Jones County
Olin
M. H. Kinley
Coggan
Red Marlowe
Maquoketa
George Bollinger
Bollinger
Violent Pacifists Draw Sharp Debate in Washington
The piece argues pacifists are often violent-evotists and insistent disruptors in public discourse. It singles out Senator Lodge as opposing peaceful protestors and contends pacifist sentiment would lead to endless conflict.
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Chicago Tribune
Lodge
Washington
Noases
Buffalo revival nets large offerings for Sunday campaign
The total free will offerings for Evangelist Billy Sunday’s Buffalo revival reached 42 204 74. Attendance totaled 85 757 with a one day 6 108 per son conversion record at Inez day. Campaign expenses 69 922 27 charity 6 873 68 total 109 000 64. Sunday plans to open in New York later Sunday after returning from Winona Lake Indiana.
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Billy Sunday
Wna Clonca
Buffalo
Inez
Mr. Sunday
New York
Winona Lake
Indiana
Belgium as warning on strong defense of the nation
A Kansas City Star opinion warns that weakness invites aggression. It argues Belgium's fate shows a nation unable to protect itself may face ruthless neighbors. The piece urges the United States to project strength and readiness.
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Kansas City Star
Belgium
United States
Clark Confidence Sparks Political Questions in Missouri
In Missouri Champ Clark urged prohibition be accepted promptly while Rep Randall, the sole prohibitionist in the House, predicted Champ Clark’s reelection as speaker. The snippet asks if Champ Clark understands politics, and the answer asserts he does.
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Sioux City Journal
Missouri
Champ Qclarle
Randall
House of Representatives
Champ Clark
Ile
The Lamb Contemplates Trouble and a Dub
A fragmentary dialogue shows a man questioning a troublesome fellow. He recalls telling someone he bosses his wife, prompting the other to inform his wife. The odd exchange reflects domestic tensions and miscommunication.
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Tor
Flag Day Becomes Daily American Duty Says Argus-Lender
Sioux Falls Argus-Lender declares that every day will be flag day in the United States, signaling a nationwide shift toward constant display of flags and patriotic observance.
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Sioux Falls
Monticello City Plans Street Improvement Hearing
Preliminary notice sets a hearing for April 20 1917 to consider a proposed street improvement on the west part of First Street near George Cowan property in Monticello Iowa. It outlines assessments not exceeding 25 percent of lot value and mentions applicable Iowa code sections and publication requirements.
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Wity
Monticello
First Street
George Cowan
State of
Iowa
Public Library
A. D
Iowa to Plant 9 Million Acres of Corn this Spring
The article urges full use of farm land this year and promotes woven wire fencing. It claims Iowa will plant 9,000,000 acres of corn and suggests testing each kernel could yield 3 bushels per acre for a 27,000,000 bushel boost. It also notes wall colors reflect light, white walls at 66 percent, and offers fence post treatment tips.
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Iowa
Light reflecting qualities reveal best color for walls
An investigation into wall colors examines how light reflects off different hues to determine which color yields optimal brightness and comfort for interior spaces, guiding choix of paint in homes and offices.
Adolph Dirks Hauls Lumber for New Barn This Week
Adolph Dirks is actively hauling lumber for the construction of a new barn this week. The project focuses on preparing timber and materials for the stall and storage area. Local activity centers on Dirks and his workers coordinating deliveries and site setup.
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Adolph Dirks
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