Burns at 150th birth anniversary celebrated in reflective praise
The piece honors Robert Burns as the poet of the common people, praising his humble origins and vivid depictions of everyday life. It notes mixed views on his life, cites Carlyle, and argues Burns’s work belongs in every American library for its cheerful, humane spirit.
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Gazette backing for Good rumored to curb critics
The Cedar Rapids Gazette supports Congressman-elect Good and argues his approval will limit criticism. The paper notes its close ties to Good and comments on Congressman Willett of New York, calling him a blackguard and saying his own actions established that reputation before taking his seat.
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Representative Plans Bill to Curb School Athletes at Large
The Floyd County representative will introduce legislation to prevent school boys running at large. A plan to limit certain legislators from being at large is proposed. A cautionary note is made about referring to neighboring state as Poor Old Missouri. She inaugurated a republican governor last week.
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It Is Easier to Break Than Mend
Senator Tillman portrayed as prone to attack rather than defend may find it harder to mend fences than to break them down, per Sioux City Journal opinion stance on political civility.
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Anamosa Fair dates set and smallpox case report
The Anamosa Fair association chose August 23 27 for the next fair. Smallpox outbreaks near Traer report about a hundred cases last winter. The Congregational church of Kari ville marks its semi centennial on February 6.
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Des Moines Register and Leader Promotes Legislative Session
The Iowa Legislature begins soon with many important measures. Subscribe to The Des Moines Register and Leader for daily unbiased reports during the session. New subscribers can receive the Daily Register and Leader through April 15, 1999 for $1.50 weekly plus Sundays, mailed directly to your address.
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Indian stance hinted for congress seat
The Sioux City Journal quotes The Des Moines Register and Leader urging a senator or representative to resist accommodation with the system. The Register and Leader suggests the figure should be an Indian who stands on the edges and whoops, opposing the government rather than embracing it.
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Don’t Crowd the People on School Reform
The Birtington Hawkeye argues against pressure from Des Moines on creating an educational board and forcing school consolidation. It urges keeping hands off and letting residents run and fund their schools, offering friendly advice while avoiding crowding voters. It contends progress comes from public debate, not coercive pushes.
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