Senator Lorimer expelled from U S Senate after years of fight
The article recalls Lorimer's Senate expulsion amid two trials over alleged corrupt practices. It notes jurors and Democrats implicated, questions about validity of elections, and critiques the venality of those involved while hinting at broader political reaction. It also surveys land assessments in Cerro Gordo county and surrounding Iowa counties. It mentions Judge Lindsey's shifting party ties and Roosevelt’s bull moose influence.
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Lorimer
U. S. Senate
Illinois General Assembly
Minneapolis
Omaha Ry
Cerro Gordo County
Recorder’s Office
North
Iowa
B. R. Lindsey
Denver
Theodore Roosevelt
Bull Moose Party
Campaign talk on cost of living and farming impact
The piece notes candidate Wilson's party papers push the high cost of living as a campaign issue. It suggests a strong crop yield could influence the issue, while warning the Professor to consider farmers who supply food and materials and bear the burden of any miscalculation.
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Wilson
Senate Rebukes Taft Over Lorimer Stand
The Senate ousted Lorimer and rebuked President Taft for his remarks on Lorimerism. Bailey, a strong Lorimer ally, led the resolution criticizing the president. The piece notes the era's kaleidoscopic politics and the rarity of consistency.
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United States Senate
Lorimer
Taft
Illinois
Bailey
Senate
Bulls moose as political totem sparks sharp Independent piece
William A. Long the naturalist pens a scathing Independent article comparing the bull moose to the new party. The piece notes past controversy with Roosevelt and hints at political bets tied to early Wilson supporters in Eastern Iowa.
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William A. Long
Independent
Long
Roosevelt
New Party
Senator La Follette Calls Roosevelts Funding Question
The piece accuses Colonel Roosevelt of secrecy about funds used in a political fight with a former ally. It claims substantial money from major interests, including the International Harvester Trust and Perkins, with expectations of future benefits. The Colonel, now claimed to be serving the people, has no time to respond.
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la Follette
Col. Roosevelt
People
International Harvester Trust People
Perkins
Free toll plan for Panama canal faces England protest
The piece notes an expected clash as free tolls for American vessels passing through the Panama canal clash with foreign charge rules, drawing England’s protest. It predicts politicians will spin the issue for campaign gain while criticizing a Delaware County News garble about Taft and Lorimer.
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Panama Canal
England
Picture of Bonnet exhibit banned in France
The Cascade Pioneer notes France bars the display of photographs of criminal Bonnet and his gang and suggests reforms in how crime is shown in the media. It mentions Woodrow Wilson's name appearing favorable to a Cascade editor after the 1910 election.
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France
Bonnet
United States
Wilson
Woodrow Wilson
Cascade Pioneer
Brother Baldwin
Cascade
Taft Leads Taft Roosevelt and Wilson in Straw Poll
The Des Moines Capital reports a readers straw vote showing Taft ahead of Roosevelt and Wilson combined. Earlier tallies listed Taft 885, Roosevelt 200, Wilson 120, and Deva 387.
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Des Moines
Taft
Roosevelt
Wilson
Deva
Spirit Lake man faces press clash with Sioux City editor
Leslie E. Francis of Spirit Lake and George W. Perkins of the Sioux City Journal quarrelred in a newspaper dispute described as a steam roller confrontation. The exchange highlights rising tensions between local press figures.
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Leslie E. Francis
Spirit Lake
George W. Perkins
Sioux City Journal
Francis
Judge Wade Urges Unity Among Democratic Delegation
Judge Wade seeks to smooth factional rifts from Iowa to Baltimore and asks Democrats to let bygones be bygones. The appeals emphasize unity within the party as it moves toward upcoming conventions and battles.
Bible Students Vote That Hell Has No Fire
A referendum of bible students unanimously declares that hell has neither fire nor brimstone. The remark ends with a hope the decision will not be recalled.
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Hell
Quick Acting Whirligig of Politics Shapes Local Business
Lafe Young calls politics a great game and prints contributor lists in his paper while contributing little of his own. The line between press and political influence colors the town’s business climate as debates sharpen.
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Lafe Young
Pride in Des Moines Republican State Convention Proceeds
A week after the Des Moines gathering, supporters reflect with pride on the convention proceedings and the leadership that guided the event. They praise the decisions made by the ruling faction and express satisfaction with the outcome.
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Des Moines
Iowa Congressmen Cast Cheer For A Cause
The text questions which Iowa congressmen will support a public display of enthusiasm, arguing they should not stay neutral while two parades unfold for months and urging active backing in daylight.
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Iowa
The Mess the Radicals Made
Sioux City Journal views the split in the Iowa Republican Party after the state convention as a potential boon for Democrats. It warns that Democratic gains could flip the legislature, noting past Democratic governorships and recent election swings.
Endin H. Wilson Nominated for Cedar Falls Postmaster
Endin H. Wilson has been nominated for the position of postmaster in Cedar Falls.
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Endin H. Wilson
Cedar Falls
Tipton to get button factory employing 25 men
A plan for a Button factory in Tipton promises 25 jobs. Also noted are teacher exams in Anamosa July 24 to 26, a J O Wood farm sale at 150 acres, and several regional events and incidents across Iowa including a church, rail, and court news.
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Tipton
Grong
Anamosa
J. O. Wood
Qoolong Township
Delaware County
Manchester & Oneida
James H. Gray
Niles
Michigan
Marshalltown
Clear Lake
Waterloo
George Cossen
Iowa
Rochester
Minnesota
W. R. Boyd
Cedar Rapids
Board of Education
Fr. H. Henry
Belle Plaine
George Rupner
Iowa City
Bellevue
B. W. Lacy
Dubuque
Iowa Trust and Savings Bank
Henry Corbisier
Jackson County
Maquoketa
Reformatory
Noble
Doctor’s praise seals the Roosevelt argument
In a private letter made public, Dr. Lyman Abbott calls Colonel Roosevelt the most wholesome sane temperate sweet minded man he has met. The remark settles the debate and ends the argument.
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Des Moines
Lyman Abbott
Colonel Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson vs Bryan in Sioux City Journal critique
The Sioux City Journal portrays Woodrow Wilson as contrary to Bryan and Bryanism, lacking Bryan’s mass appeal. The Yankton Herald comments that many women favor men from Missouri, implying regional bias in perceptions of candidates.
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Sioux City Journal
Woodrow Wilson
Bryan
Yankton Herald
Missouri
Bull moose call lures crowds to wooded gathering in Detroit
Detroit residents flock to a moose calling event as wildlife enthusiasts and locals gather near the woods. Organizers promise demonstrations, prizes, and a chance to spot the elusive animal in its natural habitat.
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Detroit Free Press
Story Note on a Hard Driven Horse and Man
A Topeka Capital item observes a hard driven horse arousing sympathy while noting the crowd's laughter at the man guiding it. The brief reflects period street humor and social attitudes toward driving or showmanship.
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Topeka
Iowa’s Republican Loyalty Through Electoral History
The Iowa Record notes Iowa’s 1846 statehood and its 1848 1852 electoral votes for Democratic candidates, then highlights Iowa’s long Republican alignment since Fremont in 1860s. It credits Iowa with steadfast loyalty through Civil War era shifts and later GOP victories, contrasting with Democratic presidents like Buchanan, Cleveland, and Harrison losses.
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Iowa Record
Sioux City Journal
Iowa
Lewis Cass
Michigan
William Butler
Kentucky
Franklin Pierce
New Hampshire
William R. King
Alabama
John A. Fremont
California
William L. Dayton
New York
Fremont
Dayton
James Buchanan
Grover Cleveland
Lowa
National Republican Party
James G. Blaine
Benjamin Harrison
Abraham Lincoln
Ulysses S. Grant
Rutherford B. Hayes
James A. Warfield
William McKinley
Theodore Roosevelt
William H. Tait
Republican Party
Taft and Wilson in an era of international matters and rights
The author argues Taft is more experienced and trustworthy than Wilson and warns against Roosevelt. It champions Taft's leadership on Panama Canal and Cuba Mexico while condemning Wilsons party for denying equal rights and ballot access. The piece also criticizes both major parties for alleged democracy breaches.
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Mr. Taft
Mr. Wilson
Taft
Panama Canal
Cuba
Mexico
Wilson
Roosevelt
William H. Taft
Woodrow Wilson
Republican Party
Real Idlers and a Socialist Ticket in The Press
A New York Commercial analysis attacks socialism promising two thousand dollars a year and a six hour day, arguing wealth production would need tripling to fund such pay. It contends most men fail the $2,000 standard, labels many as idlers, and accuses socialist voters of seeking wealth redistribution rather than work opportunities.
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Feld
Appeal To
Reason
Republicans in Iowa reject national ticket endorsement
The Independence Bulletin Journal notes that Iowa Republicans at their state convention refused to endorse the national ticket, adopting a resolution that relieves members from loyally supporting the top ticket. The paper calls this a risky political move while noting the platform unexpectedly backs woman suffrage. Also mentions a New York baby named after Gov Wilson.
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Independence Bulletin Journal
Republicans
Iowa
Iowa Delegation Recommends Federal Appointments
The Iowa congressional delegation held a caucus last Monday and recommended new federal appointees while rejecting current officeholders. Nominations include Sam Riniker for northern district attorney Rock Rapids and J A Malcolm for southern district attorney Oskaloosa. H K Netcott is named for northern marshal Independence and A L Urick for southern marshal Des Moines. J E Bartley of Tipton is proposed for northern revenue collector and Arthur Springer of Wapello for southern revenue collector.
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Iowa
Congress
Sam Riniker
Rock Rapids
J. A. Malcolm
Oskaloosa
H. K. Netcott
Independence
A. L. Urick
Des Moines
J. E
McCombs Elected Democratic National Committee Chairman
W F McCombs of New York was unanimously chosen last Monday as national chairman succeeding Norman E Mack of Buffalo. Joseph E Davies of Madison Wisconsin was elected secretary to replace Urey Woodson of Kentucky.
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W.F. McCombs
Mr. McCombs
New York
Norman E. Mack
Buffalo
Joseph E. Davies
Madison
Wia
Urey Woodson
Kentucky
Interstate express rates cut and reform plan issued
The Interstate Commerce Commission released a report on the thirteen large U S express lines noting a general rate reduction of about 15 percent and sweeping regulatory reforms. It finds the companies, though separate, are closely interlinked through stock ownership and controlled by no more than three interest groups, deeming the business a near family affair.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
Thirteen Die in Chicago Burlington Wreck at Western Springs
Thirteen people were killed and fifteen to twenty injured when Chicago Burlington & Quincy train No 8 rear ended train No 2 the Overland Express near Western Springs at 6 30 am on Sunday. Fog reportedly obscured the track leading to the collision.
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Chicago
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy
Western Springs
Overland Express
Denver
Overland
Roosevelt Reacts To Lorimer Expulsion Sparks Senate Debate
Colonel Roosevelt declared the expulsion of Senator Lorimer as a victory and tied the clash to a Hamilton Club dinner dispute. He credited his refusal to dine with Lorimer for triggering the committee division and ongoing fight.
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Roosevelt
Senator Lorimer
United States Senate
Hamilton Club
United States Dominates Stockholm Olympic Standings
The Tuesday night standings show the United States leading with 128 points, followed by Sweden 104 and Great Britain 66. In track and field, the U S topped with 85 points, Finland 27 and Sweden 24. no surprises on the final day as the Marathon capped the events and the U S finished strong in field and trap events.
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Stockholm
United States
Sweden
Great Britain
Finland
France
South Africa
Denmark
Canada
Italy
Australia
Belgium
Norway
Fungary
Russia
Greece
Germany
Hungary
The Finish of Roosevelt
The Springfield Republican argues Roosevelt should fully separate from major party structures to reveal his true nature. It warns a personal Roosevelt party could dominate politics if he leads a faction, cautioning against strong party backing.
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Springfield
Mass
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Lane And On Solid Rock From the New York Sun
The Baltimore convention named the most dangerous Democratic competitor the Republican ticket could face and placed him on a broad platform. This assigns William Howard Taft the honor of representing sane progress under the constitution and institutions in the 1912 campaign. Taft may be beaten, but his feats are on solid rock, not quicksand.
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Baltimore
William Howard Tatt
Tatt
Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Man Question Fake
The Washington Post notes a single similarity between the Liberty Bell and a Philadelphia resident who asserts the bell is a counterfeit. The piece frames the comparison as a civic curiosity rather than a legal dispute.
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Washington Post
Philadelphia
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