Iowa Voice Questions Trust Prosecutions and Sober Schools
The piece notes Judge Van Wagenen’s ouster from the U S district attorney post and mixed Democratic sympathy over his push to prosecute local plumbers’ trust. It criticizes Attorney General McReynolds, cites a Des Moines school rule against teacher gifts, laments urban poverty versus rural work, warning about bootlegging, and quotes Senator Cummins affirming GOP fidelity and renewal.
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van Wagenen
U. S
Iowa
McReynolds
McNabb
San Francisco
United States
Reconsidering New Year Calls After Calumet Tragedy
The Chicago Inter Ocean critiques the shift away from old year calls noting the tragedy of Calumet and arguing the practice fostered fellowship. It questions whether reforming the conscious criminal should overshadow social customs that promoted democracy and friendly greeting.
McQuillen Favored to Fill Legislature Vacancy
In Dubuque County there is talk of electing T. H. McQuillen whose term as supervisor ends January 1 to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Representative McCullough. He is portrayed as a straight man with a sincere interest in the public welfare and the constituents’ satisfaction.
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Dubuque County
T. H. McQuillen
Representative McCullough
McQuillen
Rowley Campaign Focuses on Capitol Grounds Issue
J. W. Rowley mounts a gubernatorial bid centered on opposing the extension of the capitol grounds. He must offer additional reasons to unseat Governor Clarke, arguing that state administration matters exceed vindication from a lost lawsuit.
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J. W. Rowley
Capitol
Clarke
Voted in Chicago Superintendent Post Amid Contested Move
Mrs. Young secured the Chicago schools superintendent role in a divided vote amid mayoral pressure, inviting criticism of the process and taint of coercion. The piece notes political maneuvering and mentions George Fred Williams and past presidential letters as context to the broader victory.
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George Fred Williams
Williams
Greecy
Bryan
President hailed as hero after house fire incident
The passage notes that while many brave men extinguish fires and console distressed residents, only a president is described as a hero when a house fire becomes part of his life history.
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United States
United States Stands Against Huerta Regime
The text asserts US resolve to deny recognition to Mexico’s president Victoriano Huerta, labeling him a murderous usurper. It condemns rulers who murder to seize power and condemns eugenics while invoking Whittier’s law of love as a guiding principle.
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United States
Huerta
Mexico
Whittier
Secret Reform Promised Behind Closed Doors
Wary about public scrutiny, officials consider quiet steps toward reform. The statement hints at a vow kept or broken in private, aiming to avoid public backlash while signaling change.
Patronage Fight Tangles Iowa D A Candidacy
Maurice O O Connor of Fort Dodge seeks the U S district attorney post for northern Iowa. Jack Dalton of the Manson Democrat cautions about a $100 campaign contribution to Senator Kenyon to defeat Dean Hamilton while O Connor sought supreme court justice. Dalton backs Frank O Connor for the job.
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Des Moines Register
Maurice O’o Connor
Fort Dodge
United States
Iowa
Jack Dalton
The
Manson Democrat
O’connor
Kenyon
Dean Hamilton
Justice of the
Supreme Court
de Rrtment of Justice
Wilson
Dalton
Frank O’connor
Darky in the Woodpile Sparks Des Moines Debate
The Des Moines Tribune questions Judge Van Wagenen's competence arguing that a long known lawyer from northern Iowa should have shown weaknesses earlier. The paper compares past performance to current claims and challenges the attorney general's surprise at the judge's alleged shortcomings.
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Des Moines Tribune
van Wagenen
Iowa
The
Evening Tribune
Wilson Defends Currency Bill as Nonpartisan
President Wilson signs the currency bill at 6 01 p m Tuesday insisting it is not a party measure. Republicans and progressives praised lawmakers while Democrats would share credit if it succeeds and bear blame if it fails. The act, he says, belongs to the Democratic Party’s assets or liabilities.
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Sioux City Journal
Wilson
House of Congress
Democratic Party
Marshall to take Chautauqua circuit road
Sioux Falls Press questions if Mr. Marshall quits for the high cost of living or a wish to be heard on the chautauqua circuit.
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Sioux Falls
Marshall
Coming Out Party Celebrates Society Entry
A Louisville society note marks a girl’s formal debut as she enters social circles with a coming out party.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
The Death of the Old Year
Poem-like verse describing the passing of the old year at midnight. A cackling cock, flickering shadows, and a dwindling light mark the moment as the speaker speaks to the departing year. The tone is somber as the old year dies and a new year approaches with a new face at the door.
Notable Local Obituaries and Civic Notes Across Iowa
Central City widow Mrs. HB R Crane dies. J R Inman named for Red Oak schools. State University glee tour opens in Davenport. Richard Burns dies after auto crash in Dubuque. Iowa State Board promises a $30,000 gym for Iowa City. Dubuque Republican John T Adams plans European summer. Cedar Rapids paper stock purchase by Harry Marshall. Cosmopolitan Clubs session opens in Iowa City with Gov Clarke welcome. Ground broken for One college women’s dormitory funded by $40,000 gift. Greeley youth fines and jail in Christmas incident. J Root, Woodmen founder, dies in Hendersonville NC. Linn County eyeing Mt Vernon tuberculosis hospital site. Delaware County institute meets in Manchester Jan 21–23. Dr Charles K Rowan elected head of surgery at State University. Maquoketa to host union revival January 4. Cedar Rapids Union Station death attempt ends with hospital care. Bernard and John Lagen, Dubuque business leaders, die within a day. double funeral held. Ralph Farris alias John Bostick sentenced to hang in San Quentin. rumor of Marion marriage. Dubuque tax suits served on city council. 227 cases. Local bank plaintiffs in cross-bank suits. Mrs George P Secord dies in Chicago hotel fall, coroner cites accidental death. burial at Ryan.
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HB. R. Crane
Central City
J. R. Inman
Manchester
Red Oak
Glee Club
State University
Davenport
Richard Burns
Times- Journal
Dubuque
State Board of Education
State University of Iowa
Iowa City
John T. Adams
Iowa
Republican National Committee
Europe
Harry L. Marshall
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Faulkes
Cosmopolitan Clubs
America
George W. Clarke
Cedar Rapids
Tigd Eye
Greeley
FE. BE. Oliver
John Thompson
Kansas
St. Luke’s Hospital
Bernard Lagen
John Lagen
Ralph Farris
John Bostick
California
San Quentin
Bostick
Marion
L.G. Hurd
Mary Y. Hancock
Dubuque National Bank
First National Bank
Second National Bank
Dubuque Savings Bank
Chicago
George P. Secord
Revere Hotel
Hopkinton
Minton
Ryan
Secord
Mathé. Cullan
School Board Proceedings and Retired Clerk Remembered
Special session of the board of education reports contract extensions for Ruth Triem Bonnelle Lyons and Marie Smith. Elizabeth McCarthy receives 20 for extra work. W B Sloan salary extended to Dec 15 1913 and honored for 25 years of service. Meeting adjourns. December 22 1918 minutes elect Elsie Day Lucile Runkle with salaries 50 and 55 monthly. Several bills approved including text books, supplies, labor and janitorial costs.
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Board of Education
T. M. Redmond
C. D. Chase
W. B. Sloan
L. W.lovell
G. D. Chase
W. F. Rohn
L. W. Lovell
A. M. Maurice
Elsie L. Day
Lucile My Runkle
Elsie L.day
Lucile M. Runkle
Davenport Bag & Paper,Co
Lefebvre
Leroy Clark
the Macmillan Co
Newson & Co
Voorhees Coal Co
Eclipse Lumber Co
Houghton, Mifflin Co
Bks
E A Hubbard
Silver
Burdett & Co
Scott, Foresman&Co
Ginn & Oa
Geo.Stabler’s Sons’ Co
American Book Co
A Few Sharp Tacks from the A B I C Magazine
A passage notes an elastic currency may be worthwhile and saving pennies is tied to rescuing others. It jokes on character and reputation, observes moon influence, and cites a Japanese baker advertising large loaves with a comical sign. It also warns about honesty and friendship and the link between fortune and integrity.
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Tokio
Brown to Return to Iowa Make Lime Spring Home
Ww Q Brown former president of the New York Central railroad and recent resigner plans to move back to Iowa and settle in Lime Spring Howard County where he and his wife lived in youth and where his parents spent their later years.
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Ww. Q. Brown
New York Central Railroad
Iowa
Lime Spring
Howard County
Manchester Democrat Sees Victory Over Money Trust
The 1896 battle with the money trust is described as won and the nation is set for better times. The piece urges rejoicing and a welcoming hand to the coming benefactor as good times approach.
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Manchester Democrat
Money Trust
District Court Closes Busy Term Judge Ellison Decides Equity Actions
Last Tuesday Judge Ellison finalized the district court docket with final orders in equity actions. Probate and guardianship matters include Wills for Peter Schwartz Hugh Japan and others, appointees and bonds, and sales of ward interests. Two local cases also decided, one involving a homestead deed and the other about a railway right of way near Monticello.
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District Court
Ellison
J. N. Ramsay
George L. Schoonover
Wm. J. Moncrief
J. W. Waggoner
W. A. Cunningham
Helens
Cunningham
John Joseph Hoss
Eliesa Zimmerman
T Minor
Guardian
Harm Dirks
Ward
Paul Waggoner
Buelah Wiggoner
Hazel B. Bray
Hazel B. Hamm
Rath B. Bray
Julius Sherman
Amelia Sherman
L Thomas Finn Jr
Mary Finn
John Roth & Co
W. Flaherty Et al
David Robertson Va
Martello Telephone Association
People’s Gas Co
O. W. McMaster
W. C. Brown
Dave Smith
Jennie Ellis
Smith
Grang Tor
Diamond Creamery Co
Standard Oil Co
Monticello Canning Co
Shimanek
Gaming Co
Sioux City Journal: The Hardest Resolution to Make
A Sioux City Journal headline notes that choosing to set a plan in motion is the most difficult step. The brief reflects the paper's witty take on self improvement and decision making.
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Sioux City Journal
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