Rumors swirl around Good resignation and district race
The piece discusses persistent chatter that Congressman J W Good may resign during his term to join a Chicago law firm. It notes his denial, the possible timing tied to the budget bill, and speculation on successors with praise for his work as Appropriations chair. It also covers Des Moines politics, streetcar fare disputes, and upcoming Des Moines legislature considerations.
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J. W. Good
House
Chicago
Good
Isis
Appropriations Committee
House of Representatives
Fifth
the Express
Robert G. Cousins
Committee On Foreign Affairs
Committee On Appropriations
Rural Police Needed Across Iowa Says Cedar Rapids GOP
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues for a state constabulary to be considered by the upcoming legislature. It notes thieves roam beyond cities and a rural police force is needed, given Iowa's vast 100000 miles of highways and the challenge of guarding every mile at night.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Harding calls nation’s thought leaders to aid
The Dearborn Independent notes President Harding keeps his pledge to summon top minds for guidance. It cites figures from Dilhu Root to William Jennings Bryan as proof that his approach pleases the nation.
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Dearborn
Harding
Writing effective ads in old newspapers
The piece offers a checklist approach for crafting truthful sincere ads that knock with direct simple language. It urges clarity grammatical precision and economy of words while ensuring the illustration supports the text and targets the intended audience for maximum sales impact.
Insecticide Sale Prompts Caution From Agriculture Chief
Washington notes warn of a get rich quick scheme targeting farmers. Dr J K Haywood of the Department of Agriculture condemns a three dollar bottle claimed as a universal solution using sodium chloride based mixes and salt bricks. He cites dangerous methods including cyanide capsules and urges skepticism toward pest control claims.
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Washington
J. K Haywood
Insecticides and Fungicides
Department of Agriculture
Haywood
Crime in Suburbs Drives Fear and Calls for Police
Harvey's Weekly argues that rural and semi rural New York areas suffer crime waves worse than cities. Women fear daytime travel, highway robberies occur on major roads, suburban trolleys are plagued by raids, and criminals retreat to suburbs as city crime is tackled. It urges a stronger suburban police system.
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Judge Wade
Des Moines
Wade
Harvey’s Weekly
New York
Hughes as premier for Harding cabinet valued for breadth
Sioux City Journal argues Charles E. Hughes fits as premier due to national scope and western idealism. It credits his wide jurisprudence and experience to steer the administration toward a global influence and a strong peace through judicial means.
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Sioux City Journal
Charles E. Hughes
Harding
Hughes
League of Nations
Secretary Colby Proposes Major State Department Overhaul
Secretary Colby urges a comprehensive reorganization of the state department after Secretary Lansing’s recent plan to the foreign relations committee. Lansing warned that the United States entered the war due to inadequate state department information. Colby will weigh Lansing’s views as he offers his recommendations.
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Baltimore Sun
Colby
State Department
Lansing
Foreign Relations Committee
House
United States
Department of State
Towa Highway Bulletin on Grade Crossing Fatalities
The report shows 3 446 automobilists killed at railroad grade crossings in 1917 18 19 nationwide with 174 deaths from Towa five percent of the total Ohio tops state lists for deaths while Arizona had no fatalities Delaware leads by death rate per machines Florida Arkansas Mississippi Iowa ranks ninth in deaths despite nearly two hundred lives lost in three years.
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Towa
United States
Ohio
Arizona
Union
Delaware
Florida
Arkansas
Mississippi
Iowa
War burden taxation debated by Congress and public
The Alexandria Herald argues that passing war taxes to future generations would be appreciated, as paying off the entire war indebtedness in a decade or two would impose an unaffordable burden. It warns taxes have nearly reached the limit and urges sensible financial consideration by lawmakers.
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Alexandria
Congress
Neighborhood and regional notes from Iowa and Cedar Rapids
Reports detail six hold ups and one burglary in East Dubuque, local deaths including William Holscher of Earlville, and various regional events. Items mention political shifts in Iowa boards, flood relief drives, a fatal mine accident in Mechanicville, pension requests, and legal actions around Prohibition era liquor taxes.
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East Dubuque
William Holscher
Earlville
Manchester Press
Charles Webber
Waucoma
Iowa Board ‘of Railroad Commissioners
J. W. Conmey
Anamosa
Europe
Forest Edwards
Charles Edwards
Tron Hil
Jackson County
Emmet Bagley
City Water Works
Mechanicville
BE. TY. Delameter
Clarence
Board of County Supervisors
George Geerdes
Grundy County
C. McBroom
McBroom
Tama County
W. A. Harrold
H. R. Caseberg
Des Moines
A. HE. Budlong
Toledo
Iowa-Texas Development Company
Joseph R. Olson
P. H. Olson
State University
Churchill Drug Company
Cedar Rapids
van. H. Glick
Jones County
Olin
Indiana
Missionary Ridge
Employers’ Association of
Builders’ Trade Council
Cedar County
John T. Moffit
Court House
Board of Supervisors
Arch W. McFarlane Poised as Next Iowa House Speaker
Waterloo figure Arch W. McFarlane is nearly certain to assume the next House speakership after A. W. Springer withdraws. Republican caucuses in Des Moines will set the tone with senate and house leaders to be chosen, and inauguration plans for Governor-elect Nate Kendall to be set. The session aims to expedite code revision and run to mid April with veteran senators steering the way.
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Arch W. McFarlane
Waterloo
House
A. W. Springer
Louisa County
McFarlane
General Assembly
Senate
Des Moines
I. R. Moore
J. B. Weaver
W. L. Harding
Nate TF
Kendall
A. M. Parker
J. R. Frailey
Fort Madison
C. W. Whitmore
Ottumwa
H. J. Foskett
Frank Thompson
Burlington
Hotcham
Dubuque
White
Benton
Notable Local Deaths and a Wyoming Forgery Case
Mrs. B G Rees died in Independence after midnight leaving a husband and five children. Frank Erickson, former Stone City resident, died in Cedar Rapids on Christmas Day after long ill health. Chas. McFee is a forgery fugitive. Maynard Pack was involved in check theft totaling 185 dollars. W J Mills is resigning sheriff and former county auditor, praised for honesty and economy.
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B. G. Rees
Independence
Frank Erickson
Stone City
Cedar Rapids
Nrickson
Mia
Clara Sitworth
Geraldine
Montana
Chas
McFee
Maynard Pack
Wyoming
Peck
W. J. Mils
Milla
Mills
Jersey City Bank Cornerstone Bets Whisky Drinkers
Whisky and champagne were placed in the cornerstone of a new bank building in Jersey City as a future celebration ritual. The Provocative stunt reflects a bold, thirst driven start to the bank’s history and public interest.
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Buffalo Express
Jersey City
School Board Proceedings January 8 1921 Monticello
Regular school board meeting notes audit of accounts to July 1 1920 with balance figures and unpaid warrants. Bills approved for insurance salaries supplies and services. Warrant and tax anticipation finance approved. Jury duty proposal notes reader comment favors keeping women off juries.
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Board of Education
Reed
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T. M. Redmond
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J. J. Locher
J. A. Voorhees
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Scribner's
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Hicks
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Tom Carson
Periodical Publishing Co
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Lowell State Bank
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Henry M. Carpenter
William Stuller
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H. M. Remliey
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Lagahampee
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