Europe avoids war while dynasties shift in unrest
The article discusses Europe nearing stability as rulers avoid open warfare amid widespread regime changes. It notes a public readiness to yield liberties to dodge conflict and predicts further geographic and political shifts, emphasizing the advantage to those exploiting such complacency. It also reports Frank Booth of Jones County dying in New Hampshire at 83, praised for temperance and usefulness, and mentions Tom Holbert withdrawing from the June governor race, paving the way for George Wilson's Republican bid and possible tax relief.
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Europe
Frank Booth
Jones County
New Hampshire
Edmond Booth
Tom Holbert
Greeley
George Wilson
Polk County
Wilson
Kraschel
Iowa
State House
Monticello Urges Spring Planting To Beautify Town
Monticello residents are urged to plant flowers in unsightly spots to keep the town attractive. Seeds and cultivation provide enjoyment and improve the community image for the summer. A note on spring storms and regional weather closes with a cautious view of modernization.
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Monticello
Tax talk prompts debate on federal burden in era of prosperity
A Sioux City executive argues a local firm with 75 workers pays heavy federal taxes. He asks readers to compare with European rates and notes the rising national debt. The column cites Roosevelt's firing of TVA Chair Morgan and mocks claims of national progress aided by a few alleged selfish elites.
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Sioux City
Uncle Sam
United States
Sams
Roosevelt
Snow White
Charlie McCarthy
Charlie
Washington
James Roosevelt Hesitates Over Federal Job Duty
The Creston News-Advertiser reports James Roosevelt faces a possible career choice as he weighs leaving his federal post. He states he must seriously consider whether it is his duty to continue the $10 per year position, while urged to remain and serve the country with his experience.
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Creston
Heuon
James Roosevelt
Jamie
Senate battles over measure split with House amid telegram flood
Senators faced 70000 telegrams as the Senate and president backed the measure while the Western Union Telegraph Company cheered the vote. The House plans to oppose the president and Senate, while the Business and Professional Women's club promotes clearing a lot by the Masonic temple for summer tennis with help from Boy Scouts and park commissioners.
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Senate
Western Union Telegraph Company
Western Union
House
United States
Masonic Temple
The
Park Commission
Simple Rules For Use Of Baking Powder Insure Success
Baking powder leavens cake so use the amount on the can not extra. For EC brand use a level teaspoon per cup of sifted flour, measure carefully, and avoid excess powder. KC Baking Powder is economical and efficient, promising fine baked goods with proper use. request KC Cook's Book by sending a can slip to Jacques Manufacturing Company Chicago IL.
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Jacques Manufacturing Company
Sixteenth and Canal Street
Chicago
Adv
Gillette Shifts Sides In Key Senate Votes
In a string of party light switches Senator Gillette has moved between opposing and backing the administration on major issues. He supported the farm bill with reservations and now faces the reorgan ization measure with uncertain stance as he maintains a reputation for independent thinking.
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Newton
Gillette
Senate
Joe Robinson
Iowa
Fight Them With Fear The Big Stick Philosophy
A Charles City Press column argues the need for a strong, fearless posture. It criticizes gentle rhetoric and urges leaders to stand firm, project strength, and inspire victory through a decisive, fighting spirit. It emphasizes bold words over passive diplomacy.
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L. H. Henry
Charles City
Childish Tragedy Ended by Strychnine Poisoning
A 14 month old boy from Scranton, Douglas Harlan Smouse, died after his three year old sister fed him ten pills found on a shelf. The pills caused convulsions and death in hospital from strychnine poisoning.
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Douglas Harlan Smouse
Scranton
Greene County
Harlan Smouse
When It Was a Boy and the Pinochle Myth
A nostalgic verse by Eugene Field recalls boyhood dreams at the attic lattice and moonlit sleep. The Times notes Bert Williams of Enterprise Ontario mishap in poultry when 150 baby chicks proved all roosters, ending his egg venture plan.
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Eugene Field
Davenport
Bert Williams
Enterprise
Continuous Performance Omsha World-Herald
For most of us the treadmill runs on full and overtime illustrating steady routine in daily fitness.
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Omsha World-Herald
Jimmy Learns to Walk Darkly Recounts Eleven Month Old Boy
A short item describes eleven month old Jim Simmay learning to walk with assistance from Dessie as he pulls himself up and begins to stand, marking a milestone in early childhood development.
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Jim- Simmay
Dessie
Jimmy's First Walk Marks Milestone in Growth
A family recalls Jimmy's remarkable transformation from a newborn unable to lift his head to a toddler who can crawl, sit, stand, and finally walk unaided. His progress through months of muscle control and coordination culminates in a proud walking milestone witnessed by his anxious parents.
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Ing
Jimmy
Father
Recognizing Syphilis Symptoms and Timely Testing
This article urges timely medical diagnosis for syphilis, noting primary sores up to eight weeks after exposure and secondary rashes. It stresses that only a doctor can confirm infection, recommends a Wassermann test, and warns waiting for symptoms reduces treatment success.
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Isis
Wassermann
Iowa Falls man notes Monroe land patent claim
William Dunning of Iowa Falls Hardin county reports letters from across the country after a story in the local paper about a land patent signed by President James Monroe. A Brooklyn broker Elwood A Sawyer wrote that his grandfather Josiah Meigs was commissioner of the General Land Office and confirmed Meigs signed the document.
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Wiliam Dunning
Iowa Falls
Hardin County
James Monroe
Elwood A Sawyer
Brooklyn
N.Y
Sawyer
Josiah Meigs
General Land Ofice
Meigs
Dictator Spirit Found Everywhere Says Danbury Review
The Danbury Review asserts the dictator spirit is not limited to Europe and Asia but exists globally. It laments public servants and individuals imitating Hitler or Mussolini and spreading through organizations to people who inflate their own importance.
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Danbury Review
Europe
Asia
Hitler
Mussolini
Iowa winter keeps homes safe with steady plains rise
The Iowa report argues staying in Iowa over winter avoids mountain avalanches and floods. It notes no scenic peaks but emphasizes safety from torrents, mud, and debris that could damage land and orchards.
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Rock Rapids
Iowa
Holders Asked to Correct Their Old Age Records
J C Hollister of the Davenport Social Security office urged brides from 1937-38 who obtained Social Security cards before marriage to report their new names. A new form titled Employee's Request for Change in Records is available in the federal building to update name and account number for accurate wage records and future benefits.
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J. C. Hollister
Davenport
Social Security Board
Federal
Hollister
Art Of Meat Broiling Has Been Neglected
Popular demand for broiled steaks and chops has made broiling an important method of cooking in hotels and restaurants. Home cooks can now add successful broiling with abundant high quality meat. Thoroughly pre heat the broiler, place meat at proper distance, season, and finish browning on the second side.
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Inez S. Willson
The Linotype Debate and the Printing Industry
The Davenport Democrat notes the 1886 linotype demonstration sparked jubilation in printing while journeymen printers feared job losses. The machine did reduce some work but created vast additional tasks in the printing industry, reshaping employment and workflow.
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Davenport Democrat
Linotype
Tae CS
All
State Democrats Balk at Endorsing Wearin Over Gillette
The state Democratic administration backs away from endorsing Wearin over Gillette, despite the wishes of the Washington administration.
Monticello Council approves routine 1938 claims list
The Monticello Iowa city council met March 21 1938 in adjourned session with all members. A long claims resolution approved payments for labor meters salaries permits and supplies from multiple funds. Ordinance No 76 was read and after a motion it passed through second and third readings dispense with. The council adjourned with attendance by Hayden Hoag Graves Netcott Skelley.
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Monticello
Iowa
Wm. Schlemmer
R. Tuetken
Ray Echternacht
Wm. Cassidy
State Board
Richard Tuetken
H. Schneider
Jess Sampson
Bernard Brady
Ambrose O'Rourke
Laboralen
M. Hutton
Labor
F. Hayden
H. Hoag
Z. Graves
Wm. Netcott
Council
W. Skelley
F. McLaughlin
R. Pearson
Lehsedecia
R. Netcott
R. Appleby
G. Smith
A. Oeschger
Hayden
Hoag
Gr Cott
Skelley
Nona
Graves
Netcott
Public notice of executor for William Talbert estate
The district court of Jones county Iowa appoints F E Stimson as executor of the William Talbert estate and directs all claimants to file sworn statements with the court clerk within the legal period. Creditors should immediately pay what is owed to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa March 30 1938 Glen J McLaughlin attorney for estate 42 4
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District Court
Jones County
State of
Iowa
William Talbert
Anamosa
Towa
A. D
F. E. Stimson
Glen J. McLaughlin
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