Cost of living through Henry VIII era and taxes debate
A Washington professor compares medieval prices under Henry IV and Henry VIII with modern wages, noting beef and pork prices, beer and wine costs, and daily wages. The article then outlines proposed tax schemes under discussion to raise government revenue, including tariffs and a long list of targeted levies.
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Garret
University of Washington
Henry IV
England
Henry VIII
Northumberland Household Book
Hume
Harland Countess of Northumberland
Iowa law targets liquor shipments into state
A new Iowa statute bars common carriers from transporting intoxicating liquor into the state to anyone without a permit to sell. Following the Webb Kenyon ruling, Attorney General Havner says shipments to non-permit holders are illegal. Express firms have refused liquor shipments. railroads weigh the move amid agent interest and damage claims from broken bottles. Rock Island and East Dubuque discuss the law.
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Supreme Court of the United
Supreme Court broadens white slave law scope
The court ruled the white slave law covers all participants in the immoral practice not just commercial acts. The decision may invite blackmail dynamics, though couples can still avoid entanglements to prevent exposure.
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United States Supreme Court
Clarke Calls Repeal of Primary Law Faces Voter Sentiment
Ex Governor Clarke urges repeal while Jones County voters see the primary law as an expensive luxury and a fraud. Speaker Pitt in the lower assembly fights the road law, but prejudice may limit his winter career.
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Clarke
Jones County
Pitt
Assembly
Frugal Living Turns Toward House Temperature
The man who planned to economize on costly coal now watches both the thermometer and his lowering coal bin, implying rising concern over fuel use and efficiency.
Lawson’s Quip Sparks Attention Like Bull in China Shop
Lawson’s remark, though not precise, draws attention by analogy to a bull crashing a china shop, signaling heightened interest in his visit and its potential impact on local affairs.
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Lawson
Rabbit as a Food Item Gains Popularity in Chicago
The Chicago Evening Post notes that a small but agile rabbit is emerging as a favored food choice, reflecting growing interest in domestic meat sources and rural culinary influence.
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Chicago Evening Post
Inauguration News From Iowa Senate and House
Des Moines January 18 1917 two houses opened with joint session to hear Governor Harding read his address highlighting road funding tax relief and state reforms. The session outlined major measures including primary law changes state government economy and prison labor plans.
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J. W. Jarnag
Des Moines
Iowa
General Assembly
Wilson
State Bee Inspection
Ames College
House
Senate
Capitol
Arneay
Oat Marshall Coiunty
B. E. Gilbert
Methodist Church
LeMars
Frank R. Gaynor
Harding
Clarke
Picketers Around White House Draw Fire From Womans Suffrage Backers
Des Moines Capital notes suffrage supporters plan silent picketing of the White House with a banner asking the president what he will do for woman suffrage. The plan sparks criticism as reckless and unwise while Wilson is seen as gradually favoring state suffrage and avoiding mob tactics.
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Des Moines
White House
Wilson
Oklahoma
Hawlessa
Minnesota
Canada
Bill to bar betting on elections faces house debate
The Sioux Rapids Republican Press notes a winter session bill that would prohibit betting on elections. It questions how all arguments will be resolved and jokes that banning betting on the world's series would strip life of joy.
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Sioux Rapids
Criticism of a Man to Carranza's Position
Criticism of a man’s stance toward Carranza is seen as inevitable yet not indicative of hasty action. The commentary suggests measured evaluation of policy without rash accusations.
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Washington Star
Carranza
Prohibition Effect Mixed in Cedar Rapids Opinion
The Cedar Rapids Republican weighs prohibition's impact noting more arrests for intoxication in some counties including Des Moines but fewer overall than before. It questions whether a new generation is being raised free of the alcohol habit and cites a father’s remark about his boys in the countryside who know nothing of liquor.
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J. B. #nes
Manchester
Louise Warning
Strawberry Point
Grinnell
Cornell College
State Teachers College
Coa College
Watson Park
Vinton
Charles
Will Wheeler
Newhall
Chautauqua Park
Ooe
Dubuque German
Cornell
Highland Park
Des Moines
Ames
Rock Island
Robert G. Cousins
Library
Cedar Rapids
Tom
Reid
J. L. Hercules
Amos Hercules
Reinbeck
Kleinbeck
Princess Theatre
Dubuque
East Dubuque
W. W. Hughes
Mt. Vernon
Hughes
Jeff
Towa
Paper a Luxury in War Time Costs
The Springfield Republic notes that the white paper for new British loans is valued at about 75,000, illustrating how paper shortages raise wartime costs and reflect a broader inflationary pressure on government finance.
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Springfield
Mags
ECLIPSE CORNER OFFERS SPRING CARPENTRY AND POULTRY TIPS
A local column urges readers to hire carpenters in spring when they are busy, suggests improving gates, and advertises free booklets on poultry house construction. It notes coal shortages and eggs selling for 60 cents a dozen in Chicago, advising warm nesting places to boost winter egg production and using tar paper to save money.
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Chicago
Keconomy coal trade flags Kentucky Eureka progress
Brief item notes mixed references to Keconomy coal along with Kentucky Eureka and hard mentions. No clear event or outcome is stated in the readable text.
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Kentucky
Eureka
Eclipse Supplies Promises Quality Materials at Fair Spring Prices
In brisk terms the ad touts Eclipse as a supplier ready for spring builds. It emphasizes sharp planning, reliable service, good quality, and reasonable prices to attract buyers needing a bill of material.
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