Opposition to strict child labor ban sparks debate in state legislature
The article critiques a bill to bar children under fourteen from most work, arguing it risks creating idle youth while noting support for restricted hours. It also lauds Bernard Murphy of the Vinton Eagle and comments on national finances, Iowa politics, and a future judgeship appointment in the southern district.
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Pinchota Prominence Amplified by Publicity
A remark credits Amos Pinchota with gaining wide notice through the Associated Press, noting that publicity elevated him beyond his millionaire circle and could also silence his recognition if the agency stopped reporting.
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Amos Pinchota
Associated Press
Pinchota
President’s veto on migration bill upheld by courage
The president faced opposition from his party as he stood firm on the veto. He argued the bill was flawed and kept to his stance with resolve, aiming to protect the nation’s interests despite political pressure.
Marshalltown Mayor Abandons Saloons For Anti Sprit
Reuters summary reports Marshalltown Mayor Ingledue who once backed saloons now preaches against them in Waterloo. He claims Marshalltown is healthier and wealthier without saloons and pledges to run on an anti saloon platform. He warned bootlegging will trigger resignation if found. Local business reform noted amid shock.
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Marshalltown
Liberty League
Waterloo
Cedar Rapids
Bishop Quayle Urges Obedience and Spanking for Children
Cedar Rapids readers hear Bishop Quayle defend strict parenting arguing spanking aids discipline, obedience should be taught first by parents, and neglect may force police to step in. He warns noncompliant parents risk becoming nuisances to neighbors and faces public scrutiny.
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Cedar Rapids
Bishop Quayle
Two Dollar Lawsuit Involving Sand Haulage
Oliver Lindley sues W. A. Kent in Olin for $2 claiming two loads of sand hauled. Jury first failed to reach a verdict, then found for Lindley on retrial. Lindley sought change of venue which the justice denied. district court granted a writ of error.
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W. A. Kent
Olin
Justice Court
District Court
Senas
Judge Wade and Connolly Back Each Other in Mint Appointment
Judge Wade who recommended Representative Connolly for mint director and Connolly who backed Wade for the federal bench align with President Wilson on teamwork. The pair exchange mutual endorsements, signaling bipartisanship in high office appointments.
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Sioux City Journal
Wade
Representative Connolly
Mint
Wilson
Kaiser's Birthday Observed Amid US City Celebrations
The Houston Post notes that on December 28 citizens in St. Louis Milwaukee Cincinnati and other large cities were too engaged to celebrate the president of the United States birthday.
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Houston Post
St. Louis
Milwaukee
Cincinnati
United States
Washington echoes clash over Wilson jolt
Sioux City Journal notes public sentiment in Washington toward President Wilson. It suggests some officials or lawmakers may challenge his policies or leadership, signaling political tension and a desire to deliver strong political pressure.
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Sioux City
Wilson
Washington Way
Varied Iowa News From Oxford Junction To Dubuque
A broad Iowa column notes Herman Stange selling a 45 acre farm near Oxford Junction for 10000 dollars. It records deaths, marriages, burglaries, and weddings across Cascade Dubuque and Maquoketa, plus a university basketball result and a church bequest dispute. It also discusses telephone etiquette in New York and workplace manners.
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Oxford Junction
George Mengel
Davenport
Clara Kramer
Dyersville
Theodore Demmer
Worthington
Ella Vogel
Ernst Vogel
Cascade
Ernest Beard
Cedar Rapids
Dubuque
Illinois Central Railroad
How To Cure a Cold In Simple Home Remedies
Simple cold cures include hot baths and drinks at night followed by vigorous body rubbing with alcohol. Avoid chills after the bath and rub the nose with vaseline for congested heads. Warm salt water gargles, camphor cream for lips, and light or partial fasting with stewed fruit and water aid recovery.
Senator Sheean Proposes Armed Quarantine for Foot and Mouth
Senator Sheean writes a constituent urging Jones County board of supervisors to request the state veterinarian place armed guards and maintain a strict five mile radius quarantine around the infected farm. Farmers prefer reasonable limits over county-wide controls, and authorities are moving toward sensible, enforceable measures.
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Washington Township
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Jones County
Farma
Repeal Millage Tax Proposal Hit By Fremont Representative
Representative Rees from Fremont introduces a bill to repeal annual millage levies for state educational institutions and replace them with direct appropriations for 19165 and following years. It also contemplates repealing the millage for capitol grounds extension, a plan with growing advocacy at home.
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Des Moines Register
Rees
Fremont
Capitol
Torpid liver misread as artistic temperament in critique
A humorous note from the Atchison Globe suggests that a torpid liver may be mistaken for a dramatic artistic temperament, reflecting a columnist’s playful take on medical and creative stereotypes.
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Atchison Globe
Monticello Improvement Club Eyes Packing House Plan
A joint committee of the Monticello Improvement Club and farmers' representatives discussed forming a bi-party panel to study a packing house. They noted existing small plants prove feasibility and called for a capable investor with four to five thousand dollars. Sidney Landon will speak February 17 at the opera house.
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Farmers’ Committee
Improvement Club
G. L. Lovell
J. H. J. Stutt
Sidney Landon
Sherwins Celebrate 35th Anniversary At Richland Home
Thirty six relatives and friends surprised Mr and Mrs Warren H Sherwin at their Richland township home last Sunday to celebrate their thirty fifth wedding anniversary. The couple, well known in Delaware county, have lived on their farm northeast of Dundee since 1880.
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Walker
William Trevor
Una Constance
Harry Berlin Orcutt
Monticello
Iowa
Kahberyn Orcutt
William Kirkwood
Hopkinton
Turner Foster
Westminster Church
Cedar Rapids
Gracia Orcutt
Jean ‘Smith
Fern Ondler
Lenox College
Mra
HK. HK. Orcutt
Chicago
Delhi
H. HM. Orcutt
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Margaret Salazner
Margaret Maire
Olin Howie
Charles Ricketts
Warren H. Sherwin
Richland Township
Mrs. Sherwin
Delaware County
Dundee
Clergy and Ex-Senator to Visit for Sunday Services
Rev Dr J S Martin will accompany Ex Senator Cannon to the city and both will take part in morning services at several churches. Ex Senator Cannon will address the union meeting at the Presbyterian church in the evening. C N Patrick signifies fitted.
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Cannon
Presbyterian Cobhurch
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