Dawes Warns Of Fed Banks Political Use And Risk
The piece notes a public feud over the new Federal Reserve banks with claims of Treasury power politicization and nepotism by directors. Charles G. Dawes warns that if the banks become tools of politics, ruinous trouble could follow, echoing Andrew Jackson era concerns and urging possible amendments to bolster public confidence and prevent friction.
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Federal Reserve
Secretary of the Treasury
Charles G. Dawes
Jackson
United States Bank
Wilson faces party rifts amid 1916 renomination bid
President Wilson weighs a likely run for another term as party factions grow restless. His Indianapolis speech showed strong partisanship and may fail to win Republican backing. Democratic opposition stiffens, with suffrage defeat in the House 174 to 204. Iowa votes split with Good Green Haugen Kirkpatrick Prouty Towner Woods for and Connolly Vollmer against. Kennedy and Scott did not vote.
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Wilson
Indianapolis
White House
National House of Representatives
Iowa
Good
Green
Haugen
Kirkpatrick
Prouty
Towner
Woods
Theus
Connolly
Vollmer
Kennedy
Scott
Democratic Party
South Carolina GoveleronsPardon and Term Expiration
The article notes South Carolina plans to end the governor's term within days and mentions pardons during his tenure. It states 3,165 convicts were pardoned and 1,500 were released on parole, with a claim that no previous governor sought such distinction. It also discusses suffrage and immigrant literacy test debates involving the president and Jane Addams.
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South Carolina
Legislature backs Big Bill Atkinson for Speaker
The house elected Big Bill Atkinson as speaker and, after a search for a speaker pro tem, chose the small member Little Lee Elwood from a back seat, amid a loud cheer.
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House
Atkinson
Little Lee’ Elwood
Attorney General Cosson Pushes Laws Before Governor
Attorney General Cosson urged the governor to enact a batch of laws, and the measures were widely discussed prior to the executive message.
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Cosson
Bull Moose breakup stirs little Democratic gain in Springfield
In Indianapolis the president faults repeated Democratic losses after one term. Medill McCormick and two Bull Moose figures join the Republican caucus at Springfield, while Democratic gains remain few. The legislature is urged to appoint a committee to confront a gentler code compiler.
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Medill McCormick
Springfield
Bull Moose Party
Wheat Prices Seen Pushing Flour and Meals Higher
Analysts predict wheat may hit two dollars a bushel, lifting flour costs. Bakers and households may shift to johnny cake and increased potato use as a cheaper staple. The forecast outlines potential food price trends and consumer responses.
Iowa Congressmen Reminded by Quarantined District Appeals
In a quarantined Iowa district nearly every former constituent is wiring and writing for help, highlighting widespread outreach to their former representatives and continued concern for local needs.
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Iowa
Good Newspaper Credit to Town
The Quasqueton publication failed after a boom tied to railroad ties. The piece argues small towns need clear business policies, fair prices, and steady ads to sustain papers, noting Iowa suspensions and the need for profitable rates. It urges merchants to support quality service for stronger local papers and readership.
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Manchester Press
Quasquetoin
Quasquetonian
Quasqueton
Iowa
Avery
Hope
Saloon Petition Fails in Jackson County Vote Clash
In Jackson and Maquoketa, anti saloon forces gain ground as withdrawals from the petition of consent reduce the tally against them. Despite a compromise, the petition remains un canvassed for 1915 allowing liquor sellers another year under the old list while planning renewed efforts for next year. About 236 withdrawals were signed, with liquor interests losing by roughly five percent.
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Jackson
Maquoketa
Court House
Board of Supervisors
The American Flag in Belgium Report from Liege
Liege residents remove hats when the American flag appears in the streets, symbolizing brotherliness and aid. The piece notes Belgians admire the flag not as a war emblem but as a sign of relief from famine and suffering, reflecting confidence and gratitude toward the United States.
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Belgium
Marshalltown
America
Judge Cowan Warned on Argentine Cattle and Disease
Texas judge and livestock union counsel warned the Democratic tariff committee that lifting the Argentine cattle and meat tariff would spark a foot and mouth disease epidemic. He called Argentina “lousy” with the disease, yet his warning was ignored. The St. Louis Globe-Democrat claimed the great fanatic will need a swifter animal than the bull moose for his party.
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Manchester Press
Cowan
Texas
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Barleycorn Hit Hardest Beside Belgium in European War
Sioux City Journal notes J Barleycorn suffers severe impact next to Belgium as the European conflict intensifies. The brief item highlights the widespread effects of the war on individuals and businesses in the region.
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Sioux City
Belgium
J. Barleycorn
Grave Crisis Confronts the Railroads Nationwide
An in depth series will examine the railroad crisis as Iowa railroads prepare to seek rate increases. The piece stresses the need for public discussion with farmers, merchants, bankers and workers as European war funds squeeze American credit and rail securities. It notes railroads face huge maturing obligations and calls for united citizen support to sustain transportation and the broader economy.
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Iowa
United States
New York Stock Exchange
Europe
David Lloyd-George
Great Britain
Wilson
Eastern Railroad
Trumbull
Chesapeake & Ohio
McAdoo
Commonwealth
New England
Pennsylvania
Santa Fe
Atgke
Snow beneficial to Iowa foot and mouth disease fight
An Iowa farmer notes that December snow helped curb foot and mouth disease by reducing contact between livestock and germs. Veterinarians say a snow cover blocks disease spread from pests like crows and dogs, though the germ's longevity and cold-weather effects remain uncertain.
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Iowa
Richmond Hobson Noted Bottler Among Vollmer List
Sioux City Journal hints that Mr. Vollmer could have included Richmond Pearson Hobson among his famed brewers distillers and barkeeps in a growing catalog.
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Sioux City Journal
Vollmer
Richmond Pearson Hobson
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