Iowa Legislature Beginnings Focus On Prohibition Ratification
The 38th Iowa General Assembly opened in Des Moines with plans to ratify the national prohibition amendment next Tuesday. Senator Whitmore will seek immediate action, likely sending Iowa into the first 36 states to adopt the amendment. Also proposed are measures to require English in public affairs and schools, with a course on Americanism.
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Des Moines Boy Recalls World War I Air Duel and Escape
Des Moines native Eugene Scroggie, Ames athlete, writes of surviving a crash after his Spad's steering gear was shot away inside German lines. He describes a September engagement that downed a German aircraft, followed by a later near-fatal air battle and hospital stay in Karlsruhe.
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Mail undelivered to American troops in France blamed on War Dept
Otto Praeger told the senate post office committee that eight to ten carloads of mail for U S forces in France were undelivered. Thousands of letters will be returned to writers from New York dead letter offices. He blamed War Department for the failure to deliver and for delays in allotments and casualty reports due to index-system problems.
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Premature peace celebrations shadow European fighting
The Philadelphia Public Ledger notes continued combat in Europe dampening optimism for immediate peace celebrations as leaders push for relief amid ongoing battles. The report highlights cautious public reaction and questions timing of jubilation while hostilities persist.
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County Board Minutes Reflect Bridge Work and Pensions
1919 county records list bridge repairs light plant projects and road work with names of contractors and amounts. Salaries and widows pensions are itemized, followed by a board vote authorizing warrants for audited claims and adjournment to Feb 4.
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A. P. Neilson
Joe Straka
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Delbert Vanmiburg
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Anamosa Produce Co
Buresh
Central Lumber & Coal Co
O. P. Hanssen
Jordan Bridge
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Ethel Taylor
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John Rowen
G. A. Fisher
Reva White
Lloyd Soperoo
Vera Potter
Kate Maurice
Glada Miller
W. Oj. Mills
F. L. Webster
E. Rhinehart
S. W. Clark
Marion Teeter
Gessina Siebels
Conrad Hotz
Geo. Gilmore
Ella Fortney
John Countryman
R. R. Miller
William Miller
Mary Sweet
Anna M. Byers
Robert Waite
M. A. Purcell
Levien
Kittie Heasty
Bertha Rohr
Zepha Bure i
Julia van der Mark
Alice Cooper
Lulu Miller
Shimerda
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K. J. Hines
B. W. Streeper, Co
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Pershing’s Creed Inspires Soldiers in Red Triangle Memo
General Pershing is praised for prioritizing creed over camouflage of religion. An eastern college president recalls Pershing’s France service and the creed posted in Red Triangle huts. A featured image and a message urge men to endure hardship through faith and Christ’s teachings, inspiring valor and conduct as patriotism.
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British Navy Debate Seen as German Propaganda
In Sioux Falls Argus-Leader commentary the claim that the British navy blocks world peace is described as German propaganda, reflecting wartime opinion and rhetoric.
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Sioux Falls
Waterer users list grows with new entries
The notice lists users of these waterers, noting the expanding roster. It highlights numbers 5 and 9 among the identifiers and hints at ongoing additions to the list.
Roosevelt as the White House’s most wide ranging intellect
The Boston Herald lauds Theodore Roosevelt as a uniquely diverse thinker who dominated conversations at the White House. It notes his broad knowledge across biology history and literature and his extensive international connections. He spoke freely on all topics with engaging quotes.
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Make Me Worthy by Frank Dempster Sherman
Poem expresses gratitude for steadfast friends and vows to be worthy of their support. A short verse by Sherman emphasizing friendship, mutual aid, and moral duty without material tribute.
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Frank Dempster Sherman
Senator Poindexter pushes war debt claims against Germany
The War Weekly endorses Senator Poindexter's stance that Germany must be compelled to repay war debts with priority for Belgium, Syrance, Great Britain, Serbia, and Italy. It argues the Allies can extract substantial sums over the next decades if pursued rigorously.
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Serbia
Italy
Slain by Its Friends and the Liquor Interests
A historical clipping blames liquor interests for social ills, portraying the liquor trade as ruthless. It accuses leaders of using harsh tactics and boycotts, claiming widespread corruption and predicting doom for the alcohol industry.
Edsel Ford Draws Five-Figure Salary in Tin-Tax Jibe
The Minneapolis Journal quips that Edsel Ford now earns 160000 dollars yearly a small salary for a man with a grand car. The tongue in cheek piece questions whether such pay would improve a luxury vehicle’s performance.
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Edsel Ford
Ouster Proceedings Likely Dropped for Dubuque Treasurer Mullin
Attorney General H N Havner seeks ouster of Dubuque county treasurer C E Mullin but recommends ratification of a tentative agreement with bonding companies. The plan calls for bonding firms to cover about 3500 dollars of uncollected penalties while future penalties go to the bondholders. Mullin has reportedly failed to collect around 8600 dollars in penalties, with roughly 5100 received since the outset of the action.
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C. E. Mullin
Dubuque
Evolution as a poet’s arc from dark to life
A brief verse fragment by John B. Tabb traces transformation from shadow to spark, cloud to lark, heart rapture to pain, and ashes to life, depicting rebirth after death through a sequence of vivid pairs.
Hogan Opens Dentist Office in Monticello
M. F. Hogan opens a dental practice at the former Hefner location above Stickford drug store in Monticello Iowa with plans to serve local patients.
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