Iowa and national politics mix with local crime and losses
A sweeping Iowa column covers Senator Cummins and George W. Wickersham clashing over constitutional power, Roosevelt and Mexican politics, and a host of local items. It notes a Des Moines auto death, Mt. Vernon incidents, and Dubuque crime findings amidst farm and college news.
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Mt. Vernon
A. W. Strawman
Cedar Rapids
United States
Hol Knott
Sioux City
Rochester
Minnesota
William Happel
Vinton
John Lininger
North Liberty
Lininger
W. A. Raney
Marengo
Patriarchs Militant
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Geo. W. Dickinson
Blackhawk Creek
Waterloo
National Engine Company
Jesup
Robert Anderson
Davenport
Anderson
Harry Blinger
Peoria
Ilinois
George H. Betts
Cornell College
O. E. Hall
Crawfordsville
Indiana
American Library Association
Montana
Nebraska
Oklahoma
Iowa
Ohio
Congressman Good
Clyde Pelley
Vincent Balcar
Monticello
Merlyn Bridges
Montour
West Point
J. J. McConnell
Dubuque
Mary Lane
Elkader
West Union
W. G. Clark
Mount Vernon
Political Platforms and Prohibition Debate Highlight State Scene
The piece notes the initiative and referendum backed by the Republican platform may prove a larger fraud than the primary. It mentions harmony efforts, the Bull Moose party’s stance on liquor prohibition, and a Senator Cummins election outlook with a wide margin.
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Bull Moose
Mystery of Charlie Ross Sought by Louis Patmont Seekers
Report notes readers who solved the Rev. Louis Patmont case twice should now search for Charlie Ross. The item hints at a continued puzzle or historic mystery without detailing actions or dates. No other names or specifics are provided in the readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev
Louis Patmont
Charlie Ross
Grief in Its Latest Form in Local Papers
A satirical note from the Ames Times on editors fearing misnaming guests or misdescribing a bride’s costume at events and warning against errors in reporting even a prominent citizen buying a new automobile. It highlights the controversy over factual accuracy in society notes and ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames Times
Mrs E R Moore Named Editor of Anamosa Hureka
The Central City News Letter reports Mrs E R Moore will become editor and business manager of the Anamosa Hureka. It notes harmony in Anamosa but does not address Gardner.
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Maurice Connolly
Edwin T. Meredith
Central City News-Letter
E.R. Moore
Anamosa
Gardner
Postmaster Appointment At Anamosa Remains Unannounced
Reader notes lack of announcement for Anamosa postmaster appointment while Jap Ramsey continues to draw salary. Question raised whether leadership has lost interest in allies after personal milestone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anamosa
Jap Ramsey
Patriots
Wets Intensify Push in Council Bluffs Following Des Moines Efforts
Wets press for changes in Council Bluffs today mirroring the persistent push seen in Des Moines last week as lawmakers consider new measures. The verbal showdown centers on policy shifts and advocacy by local groups seeking action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Bluffs
Des Moines
The New Freedom and Free Trade Critique
A Cedar Rapids Republican reprints a Lake Charles Louisiana editorial arguing free trade harms U S industry. It cites Cecilia refinery dismantling near Donaldsonville and shipping to Venezuela to illustrate supposed anti domestic policy effects. The piece accuses the administration of forcing American manufacturers to operate abroad to sell here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Lake Charles
Cecilia
Donaldsonville
Venezuela
United States
Public Attitudes and Gossip Mirror Early 20th Century Society
In Topeka Capital commentary a critique of small town churchgoing women and press publicity is presented. The piece notes women avoid newspaper attention and use social navigation to influence husbands and friendships while mothers and grandmothers become defense witnesses in disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Episcopal Church
Democratic promises clash with tariff claims in Waverly editorial
The Waverly Democrat disputes a tariff removal claim saying pork prices rose in markets and shops despite promises of lower costs. The piece notes the 1912 pledges contrasted with current prices, calling democratic promises and fulfillment divergent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Register
Democratic Party
Iowa Republicans Conclude Harmonious State Convention
The Iowa Republican state convention met in Des Moines with a united tone and no factional disputes. Delegates adopted a progressive platform, aligning with current times and promising strong support from Iowa voters for continued advancement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Des Moines
Ball game interest flagged by vulgar bleacher conduct
A Central City notice from Dubuque complains that vulgar and loud rowdiness at ball games is driving away modest patrons. It urges better cheering within decency bounds and questions why such language is tolerated in public grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central City News-Letter
Dubuque
Vinton's Three of a Kind
Vinton Eagle reports the Sanders couple welcomed triplet boys yesterday morning at five o'clock. The three newborns weighed seven pounds, six pounds and three quarters, and five and a half pounds respectively. They join a family that already includes five older children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinton
Vinton Eagle
Lawrence Sanders
Tama man named district judge backs simple fat cure
J. W. Willet of Tama, newly appointed district judge, endorses an anti fat remedy he used himself. He reports dropping thirty pounds by skipping noon meals and eating only an orange, claiming he feels much better.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Willet
Tama
Uncle Sam Holds the Philippines, Policy Still Unclear
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes that U.S. policy in the Philippines remains unresolved, with Uncle Sam in control but the future approach unclear. The remark reflects ongoing questions about governance and strategic stance in the islands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Supervisors Proceedings Report of county expenses and duties
The issued records list numerous county disbursements and personnel costs for overseers, guards, med services, provisions, salaries, and jurors. It details payments to Mercy Hospital, drift of supplies, and juror fees, along with notices of county funds and public works.
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Alspaugh
Alpsaugh
Murphy
F Balster
Geo Ellsworth
Snyder
W W Hunter
Nicholas Kehoe
Avrar
Omos
McNeilly
Cockhill
Mercy Hospital
Stahler & Sons
Tyler & Downing
Earl
M Green
Meek & Beam
H Perrine
Russell
Schuchman& Son
Sitter & Sons
M Young
EB J Hines
Anna Hanson
Gallary
Edgar Blayney
F M Podbaski
H Boots
G F Larkey
Geo Dusanek
Jas Robertson
LB King
J O Jones
L Tomlinson
EH Lyon
F B Johnson
W.H Prentice
Otho Brokaw
Otho Brokaw, 21 20 J BR Bickerstaff, 21 00 J B Hanken
W Iosty
Herman Dirks
Dwight Dominy
F Burkhardt
Chris Leiien
T Buckner
Jos Fritsch
Warner Heiken
J O Young
Dirk Shafer
OC H Hale
AL Remley
B V Burroughs
Henry Batch
Harrison
Hogan
ANG
Hunter
New York
Iowa Telephone Co
MecMickle Drug
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Cummins
The
Independent
Cumming
George W. Wickersham
Wickersham
Australia
New Zealand
British North America
Roosevelt
Australian Commonwealth
Ardeth Courtney
Stresta
Huerta
Done
Wilson
Bryan
Mexico
Uncle Sam
Neighborhood News
Mt. Vernon Record
Clinton County
Spirit of
Supervisors
Jones County
District Court
Margaret Boyer
Earl Boyer
Stamps
Kate Maurica
Court House
FM Bagley
Crispin-Hartman
BO Riql&p Co
Ughts
L Myers
Treas
McCullum
Galtardis
Scott Hardware Co
J F Whalen
Anamosa Lumber Co
Atakes
T Leete
E Beam Drug Co
J W Doxsea
Anamoga Journal
Oxford Mirror
McMickle Drug Co
Musilage Ato
Metropolitan Supply Co
F S Webster Co
Telegraph Herald
Zion Office Supply Co
Dick & Co
Gibbons
Booth
Anamosa Journal
F Allen
P Rockstad
L Arduser
A Beery
J © Bauer
Murfield
I. Hoffman
Harry ‘Holcomb
JP Ellison
FW Ferring
LH Lang
BE Hoag
Leroy Clark Jr
J& H Lynch
John Morrissey
G Ristine
F E Taylor
Guy Byerly
JB Skahill
John Ludwig
Gerd Rickels
Fred Pleager
H Tobiassson
PB Daly
JC Bailey
Metropolitan Sup Co
DA White
Justice Court
State of Iowa
Carl Haeusser
Albert Mastin
J J Locher
H S Lee
Mike Braslawn
Fred McKinstry
Lewis Richley
A. A. King
D McIntyre
Sam
L O’brien
Depty Fish and Game
W A Hogan
W H Johnson
Mary Merfeld
Thomas Milley
Michael McGeehan
J B Guernsey
M Conway
A Hogan
J A Moe
G Peet
D Sheean
J H Miller
Fred Richmond
Dr King
Dr Hunter
Bud Downing
Babcock
MJ Curran
O A
Tolbert
Sampica
John Rowen
Niles
JF B
Sigworth
Bounty
E J Hines
Gophers
Nicholea
Mabel Norton
Lulu Miller
Starks
Garrison
Wyoming
Harry Chbase
Co Home
Lizzie Lang
J M Young
Behnke
Finn
UC Bullock
Moe
Monticello State Bank
Tts
H. M. Carpenter
Wm. Stuhler
H. S. Richardson
P. F. Becker
Lowell State Bank
Wawene
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