Gubernatorial Hopefuls and Backers Face Public Scrutiny
The piece surveys several figures in the race including Nate Kendall crippled by a leg injury, J F Deems promoting himself after leaving the food administration, and Attorney General Havner and Lt Governor B R Moore active in public duties. It notes New Jersey politics surrounding liquor and Bryan's stance, ending with a forecast of Democratic actions in San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nate Kendall
J. F. Deems
Food Administration
Havner
B. R. Moore
Cedar Rapids
New Jersey
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
John
Edwards
San Francisco
Snob Defined by Van Dyke in Harper’s Essay
The piece cites Henry Van Dyke’s Harper’s Magazine analysis of the snob as an unreal, pretentious climber who imitates gentility. It quotes his examples of snobbery from expensive college manners to pretentious hotel entertainment and hollow social polish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry van Dyke
Thackeray
Harper’s Magazine
van Dyke
Hoover Backed By New York World For President
The New York World, a leading democratic paper, declares Hoover as its choice for Wilson's successor. It states support for Hoover on platforms reflecting democratic principles and progressive liberalism, and even as an independent or Republican candidate if aligned with his public career. A Missouri senator later attacks Hoover in a Senate speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York World
Herbert C. Hoover
Mr. Wilson
Mr. Hoover
Democratic Party
Hoover
Missouri
Senate
New York Tribune
Horace Greeley
Greeley
General Grant
Washington
Minneapolis
Republican National Committee
Hays
Republican Congress
Hayes
Andrew Jackson
Theodore Roosevelt
Republican Party
Land deals near March closing date for abstracter backlog
Time nears for completion of summer land deals as abstractors struggle with heavy workload. Most closings may slip past March first for late negotiations, delaying consumption of deals and leaving some buyers waiting.
World backs Hoover to save shattered party, a dubious move
The World advocates Hoover as a receiver for the Republican Party estate, arguing a Democrat cannot win and a Republican ticket is needed to split the party. It recalls Greeley’s 1872 bid as a cautionary tale of hijacking a party for electoral advantage.
Bryan warns against sending peace treaty to the people
The Minneapolis Journal notes Mr. Bryan argues against referring the Versailles treaty to voters in this campaign. It praises public support for a senate backed compromise coordinating president and senate on foreign policy and urges the party to focus on domestic issues rather than a treaty confrontation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Bryan
Senate
Paris
The World’s Greatest Fighting Man Missed the Big Battle
The article argues that the famed fighter did not enter the main conflict, which was open to many able bodied men. It notes Dempsey built ships instead of fighting and suggests athletes who avoid military service face some social backlash. It implies boxers would receive less mercy than others in wartime service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
Dempsey
Hopkinton Iowa Prefers Lowden for President in Commenter View
Voters surveyed in Hopkinton Iowa favor Governor Frank Lowden of Illinois as their first choice for president with General Wood a close second. The comments indicate a preference to pause militarism and altruism in favor of business and practical sense during world re adjustment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hopkinton
Iowa
Gov. Lowden
Illinois
Gen. Wood
Mourning Families Grief Over Soldiers In Siberia
Unclear reason for American troops in Siberia is noted as families mourn their sons. The piece reflects on the war status and the sorrow of those left behind as soldiers perished in a land where the U S had not declared war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siberia
Democratic calls for a business-like president emerge
Even among many Democrats there is a tendency to favor a pragmatic leader over an idealist who promotes radicals by advancing the Herrens and Creels in his global plans.
Holland Refuses Extradition of Kaiser for Trial
The report states that Holland refuses to surrender the Kaiser to the Allies for trial, while supporters and opponents react with mixed relief and concern over the decision's implications for postwar justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holland
Multiple Local Notices and Sports Results From Iowa News
A series of brief items reports marriages in Dyersville and Manchester, school and church events, and sports results including Edgewood loss to Strawberry Point 13 to 14 and Anamosa Legion defeating Iowa City 30 to 26. Also noted are court calendar entries, guardianship actions, and a Dubuque city government shift toward a manager system with April 5 implementation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Dunkel
Dyersville
E. M. Gibbs
Earlville
Edgewood
Strawberry Point
John Glab
Dubuque
Anamosa American Legion
Iowa City
Tobe Husmann
Bernhard
This County
Matthews Laundry
Manchester
Jury Clears Ottsen Group in Liberty Loan Case
Henry Heinemann of Bennett sued for 50000 dollars claiming injuries from defendants during a Liberty loan drive. After thirteen minutes, the jury found for Ottsen and 30 others. The verdict sparked riotous celebrations and praise for Judge Moffit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Heinemann
Bennett
William Ottsen
Ottsen
Heinemann
J. C. France
C. L. Boling
Tipton
J. C. Lynch
Mechanicsville
C. E. le Seuer
St. Paul
S. S. Dunshee
Des Moines
Mechanicsville Press
Moffit
Newspaper Honesty and Common Sense Across Papers
Aberdeen News editor recounts thirty four years of honesty in newsrooms, noting no paid suppression or favoritism. He contrasts with reports of suppression of misconduct to spare reputations. Chicago Tribune urges common sense cures for discontent and hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen News
The
News
Chicago Tribune
United States
Davenport, Iowa No-Saloon Era Boosted City Growth
An opinion piece recalls Davenport's prohibition era shift from a bustling saloon city to a regulated, orderly town. It argues that banning drinking establishments spurred growth, rising real estate values and new business blocks, claiming the city is cleaner and more prosperous without the saloon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Repercussions of Paris peace on Wilson Clemenceau
The Springfield Mass Republican argues that Clemenceau’s defeat and retirement mirror Wilson’s peacemaking struggles in the United States. It notes the failure to secure the league of nations and reinsurance terms, suggesting Lloyd George could face defeat if Paris talks fail. The piece frames the big four as fading in history as the record develops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Mass
Clemenceau
France
Ufe
Wilson
Senate
Clemenaceau
League of Nations
Lloyd George
Orlando
John Dodge and the rise of the automobile fortune
The obituary notes John Dodge built a fortune exceeding fifty million dollars, highlighting a classic tale of ingenuity and enterprise in the auto industry. It argues that opportunity remains for those who work honestly, risk imagination, and persevere as pioneers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha World-Herald
John Dodge
Democratic Party Loyalty Erodes Over Pierce Attacks
The Davenport Democrat notes Iowa Democrats and Republicans share little enthusiasm for Grandma Jim Pierce while he targets Guy Harding and Senator Cummins with accusations. It recalls a past closeness between the governor and Pierce that has since dissolved, with Pierce repeating rumors. The Minneapolis Journal mocks the sun’s self‑consuming trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Iowa
Jim Pierce
Pierce
Guy
Harding
Cummins
Jim
Gronewald Custody Granted After Divorce Final Decree
The court grants a divorce with costs paid. The husband receives custody and control of the two children with access at reasonable times and places. Jurisdiction is reserved for further orders. The document notes defaults in several associated cases against Rural Independent School District of Watel Green and others.
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Fannie Gilberth
Clifford Gilberth
J. M. Young
W. A. Hogan
J. H
American Art Promides Company
E. R. Marshall
the Rose Company
E. R. Marshall Et al
Central Lumber & Coal Company
Frank Wright
I. Ig. Reed
William Kness
Ernest Gardner
Harriet Sweet
HE. EK. Reed
J. W. Coxsee
Anamosa National Bank
C. B. Chismore
Gronewald
Margaret Gronewald
William T. Belknap
Watel Green
Fear of militarism in U S denied by journal editor
The Minneapolis Journal argues there is no need to fear rational military training for defense. It notes nations misused armies when controlled by a single ruler and asserts military ambition is foreign to the American people. It adds that a large standing army would not be tolerated here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Spain
France
Napoleon
Pruasia
Frederick
Lovell township meeting to select road superintendent
Lovell township trustees meet Monday February 9 1920 at 1 30 p m in Monticello at TI S Lee office to choose a road superintendent. All interested are urged to attend. 311. Good farm bargain near Oxford Junction Iowa 249 acres level with good buildings near school three and one half miles from Oxford Junction estate sale before March 1 1920 price 140 per acre. Magruder Oxford Junction Iowa 30-2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State University of Iowa
Chicago University
Jy. O. Thompson
Clara Fear
Hopkinton
Stuart H. Bowman
Maquoketa
State Board of Health
Iowa
S. L. Schuh
Dubuque
Schillmoeller
St Peter and Paul's Church
Worthington
J. M. Schenk
Waterloo
Rock Island
Christian Church
Olin
A. R. Grant
Oscar H. Benson
Ryan Schools
Springfield
Massachusetts
North Atlantic
Mike” Adams
Cedar Rapids
Alex Fidler
Mike
Monticello
Eva Dillion
Thomas Dillon
J. W. Kintzinger
Andrew C. Bale
State Center
Marshall County
Farmers’ Mutual Creamery Co
O. W. Brazelton
Lovell Township
TI. S. Lee
Oxford Junction
KE. I. Magruder
Rat-Snap praised by storekeeper for complete rodent control
Ralph Watkins reports rats around the store fed on nothing suspicious but RAT-SNAP cleared them in ten days. He notes continuous dog patrols at night after use. Product sold in three sizes and guaranteed by A. J. H. McNeill, F. J. Kay, and Geo. Stuhler's Sons Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Watkins
A. J. H. McNeill
F. J. Kay
Geo. Stuhler’s
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Mr. Bryan
Legion
Demsey
Neighborhood News
Elson
District Court
David Chadwick
de Bonis Non
Henry Nil
Svend R. Neilson
Henrietta B. Sutherland
Norman R. Spy. H. ©. Reed
Richardson
BF. J. Sorbousch
John Thompson
Jacob H. Courtney
Mary B. Babbe
Henry Dirk Harrs
Horace M. Downer
William H. Hoult
Rozina Bronemann
Reed
William Luck
Mary Luck
Helen J. Brainerd
Wyoming Journal
John C. Griffith
Louisa Chadwick
Stephen Walsworth
Johnston
Lydian Tracy
Claude Sears
Law Entrias
J. W. Conney
Louis Mc Donnell
C. A. Miller
Martha Hensley
J. H. Hensley
Alice Leamon
Lottie Chasteen
Effie Amoit
J. W. Doxsee
Joseph Miller
E. EB. Reed
Guardian Ad Litem
F. R. Thompson
Jennie Thompson
Door
Opportunity
L. G. Stabler
Dr. Redmond
Monarch
Robert Williamson
al Apd
Whitea Rabbit
State Price
Stantley Bont
Hoplinton
Lowa
FORD
S. M. Hosford
CW. Batsizer
the Express
Hale Grocery Co
Amnamosa
WH. L. Saunders
Langworthy
Wilkens Estate
John I. Dirks
Aize Olden
H. M. Carpenter
Richland Township
Geo. P. Rogers
Reardon Mfg. Co, Inc
Peoria
John Rickels
Andrew Ambueh
Cascade Road
Monticello Bottling Works
Saly
Lennox Oil & Paint Co
Cleveland
Ohio
George Alberry
C. W. Balsiger
Harvey Chismore
Thomas Shover
Town
Monticello Express
F. L. Berlin
Monticello State Bank
Jones
Federal Reserve Bank Banking House
Federal Reserve Bank
Steck
Banka
State of Iowa
Jones County
Wm. Stuhler
H. &. Richardson
MH. M. Carphintor
Wm. Stufilnr
H. 8. Richardson
Wm. Stubbler
Jones County Trust and Savings Bank
A.M. Maurice D. D
Ther Lovell
H.M. Remley
James Remlicy
Remley & Remley
Anamosa
Offley On Main Straet
A. P. Lambert
McNeill
Charles Willis Bosley
Chiropractic
Princess Theatre
Monticello, IA
Patrick
Main Street
Marshalltown
M. Ff. Hogan
F. A. Hefner
Stickford Drug Store
Eclipse
Harry L Rodman
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