Extend the Line to Newton Interurban Purchase
Des Moines interest extends Colfax to Newton fourteen miles by leasing the Newton & Northwestern line. Homer A. Loring, as Fort Dodge Des Moines & Southern receiver, states Inter Urban will pay 15000 yearly for use, about six percent on 250000. Other items note school tax rulings, horse racing aims, Truro bankruptcy case, and state licensing for Bab cock testers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Interurban Company of
Des Moines
Ft. D. D. M. & Southern
Colfax
Newton
Iowa
Jasper County
Newton & Northwestern
Homer A. Loring
Boston
Mass
Loring
Fort Dodge, Des Moines & Southern Railroad Company
Goddard
Des Moines Junction
Iowa Revenue Split From Muscatine National Guard|Education Board Holds Holden in Check
Iowa tax funds will cover about ten thousand dollars of Muscatine National Guard expenses with state and county shares split by local company duties. The state board of education will probe two charges against Prof. P. G. Holden of Ames. Box cars used as laborer lodging face thorough sanitary checks by the health and labor departments. Grinnell firm J Cole & Son enters bankruptcy. Leonard Tiernagel case before the parole board. Insurance firms file admission papers. Barney to speak at Ohio breeders meeting. Teachers shortage prompts criticism of Cowles Ritter bill. pay of strike costs debated by Attorney General Cosson and the militia contingency fund conditions.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Adj
Guy E. Logan
Muscatine County
Holden
State Board of Education
P. G. Holden
State Agricultural College
Ames
Idaho
E H. R. Moore
Linn County
Moore
Sumner
State Board of Health
van Duyn
A. M. Deyoe
Cosson
Muscatine
State Executive Council
Political game over tariff revision aims at election gain
The piece argues Democrats push reform bills to influence the 1912 election, denying plans to destroy tariffs. It claims leaders won't endanger revenue, will debate tariff revision with President Taft and the Senate, and then seek a national verdict. The tone mocks reform talk and compares Schedule K to a heavy burden.
Democrats Run Wild With Probes And Power
The piece condemns Democrats in Congress for pushing broad investigations into executive departments and major companies like United States Steel, American Sugar Refining, and American Woolen. It argues the drive aims to trim tariffs and fuel campaign rhetoric, warning the party may bite off more than it can chew and achieve little.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
United States Steel Corporation
American Sugar Refining Company
American Woolen Company
Government
House
In Favor of Banks The Real Estate Deduction on Bank Stock
Des Moines reports the attorney general’s office confirms that the real estate in which a bank’s capital stock is vested may be deducted from the value of the bank shares before taxation. The ruling cites double taxation avoidance when stock value and land value are taxed together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Attorney General's Office
Hand Painted Birthday Cards Adorn Kind Remembrances
A brief reader’s note suggests giving handmade birthday cards as personal gifts. It urges tracing sharp drawings onto cards, using delicate colors, and writing a short verse at the top. Suggested border colors include pale yellow and green with tulip motifs and ribbon rose arrangements.
May Bloom and Colorful Wreaths Inspire Card Craft
Describes color ideas for spring wreaths using pinks yellows and pale greens. Mentions blossoms on trees and a delightful orchard card to send to friends. Includes Verses about May and the beauty of spring and bees.
Republicans Face Tariff Split Over Reciprocity Plan
The piece argues Republicans should oppose tying tariff tinkering to the Democratic farmers relief bill and support a clean reciprocity measure. It urges the party to stand with the tariff board’s recommendations, avoid partisan linkage, and prevent Democratic penalties by maintaining the plan’s merit alone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tariff Board
Senate
Congress
Senator Bailey Blames Papers for Mistranslation Complaints
Texas Senator Bailey criticizes newspapers for quoting him incorrectly and suggests he should be thankful for their coverage given his views. The remark reflects ongoing tension between the senator and the press amid reporting debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey
Texas
Not In Mood to Quibble About Reciprocity Bill
The piece argues the Democratic majority aims to claim credit by introducing a reciprocity bill similar to the Republican measure passed earlier and by Rep McCall. It suggests the president and country won't dispute the bill’s authorship, only the principle, calling it glory for all.
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McCall
Pennsylvania offers militia officers for Texas instruction camps
Pennsylvania credits itself for offering to send 424 national militia officers to Texas instruction camps. The state would cover expenses for officers unable to go at government cost due to limited war department funds, reflecting its commitment to keeping militia prepared and capable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Texas
War Department
Farmers Free List Debate Shows Dwindling Attendance
The house of representatives debates the farmers' free list bill with frequent speeches but sparse member attendance. Many lawmakers doubt the bill will pass the senate or survive the president's veto, while Republicans push for careful tariff reform and continued tariff commission work to restore business activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
House
Congress
Senate
Republican Party
Tariff Commission
Commission
United States
Will Revise Salary List
Des Moines May 26 employees at state hospitals and institutions under the state board of control will receive a 15 percent salary increase. The penitentiary staff is excluded. Most of the rise goes to insane hospital workers to retain experienced staff who leave for higher pay in other western states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Northern Railroad Company
Hayward
Great Northern
Des Moines
State Board of Control
Robinson
Flowers for hats bloom across Paris millinery shops
The article lists popular hat flowers and colors in Paris millinery: June roses in pink red and yellow, violets purple yellow white, lilacs white lavender, wis taria drooping, hydrangeas massed on crowns, moss roses and freesia bouquets, and massed sprightly poppies in pink red and yellow including large cerise velvet poppies for single-h flower hats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Progressive urges reform as people awaken to change
Senator John D. Works of California warns that both major parties risk public disapproval if they resist the growing demand for reform. He cautions Republicans and Democrats alike to respond to popular sentiment or risk creating a new party and losing integrity to special interests. The Kansas City Star notes a ferment of unrest and questions whether progressives can remain true while guiding the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Works
California
Senate
Jeshurun
Progressive Movement
Social Revolutionists
Kansas City Star
Fort Dodge Ex Mayor S J Bennett Dies in Spokane
S J Bennett aged 72 dies in Spokane Washington after four terms as Fort Dodge mayor and four terms as county supervisor. He led city improvements and was long active in Knights Templar and Commercial National Bank presidency. He chaired the Iowa League of Municipalities and authored a bachelor tax law.
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Fort Dodge
Iowa Editors Plan Convention in Des Moines
Des Moines May 26 O HW Hill of Leon, Ja reporter Joe Long of Osceola Sentinel and J M Anderson of Indianola Herald, members of the arrangements committee of the Southern Iowa editorial association, met yesterday. Preparations for the convention in June were discussed.
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Iowa
Des Moines
O. HW. Hill
The
Leon
Joe Long
Osceola
Sentinel
J. M. Anderson
Indianola
Southern Iowa Editorial Association
Upper Iowa Conference to Meet in Waterloo Next Fall
Mason City May 26 The Upper Iowa Conference will convene Sept 20 continuing through Sept 25 with Waterloo chosen as the meeting site Bishop Thomas B Neeley of New Orleans to preside over the sessions The bishops announced the schedule and location.
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Mason City
Upper Iowa
Waterloo
Thomas B. Neeley
New Orleans
Obser vatory Building Sold for 217000 in Des Moines
The nine story Observatory building at West Fourth and Locust streets was sold to a St. Paul investor for 217000 by L. F. Lammers. Des Moines May 26. The property is noted as one of the city’s best built structures.
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Des Moines
West Fourth and Locust Streets
St. Paul, Minn
L. F. Lammers
Drapery Trends in Skirts Highlight Scarf Trains
Introduction of new tunic outlines adds drapery to fashion. Scarf draperies stand out with a train feature, a scarf hung at one side of the robe. The train is a long narrow scarf carried over an arm or held by a finger loop, designed as a graceful accessory rather than a trailing hem.
Slow Movement on Tariff Revisions Faces Political Hurdles
The piece argues revising tariff schedules is slower than overhauling the whole law due to wide interests. It notes woolens cottons and metals attract influence, Payne rates spark debate, and new lawmakers will seek a voice on taxation policy, delaying action as they discuss fair figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Senate
Will Extend Interurban to Spirit Lake This Year
Estherville reports capitalists expect the Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern interurban to extend to Spirit Lake this year passing through Estherville. Local optimism centers on improved regional transit and economic growth.
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Estherville
Fort Dodge
Des Moines
Bran Bath Preparation for Skin Care
To make a bran bath place a tightly tied cotton bag with a cupful of bran in a quart of boiling water. Keep it hot for thirty minutes. Then add this water to four gallons of hot water and squeeze the bag.
Taken In Police Raid At Keokuk
Jeremiah Harrington former chief of police and thirty others were captured in a gambling raid in Keokuk. The operation was ordered by Attorney General George Cosson.
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Keokuk
Jeremiah Harrington
George Cosson
To Darn Linen Hemming Tip From Mnen
When hemming new table linen save the strip cut off. Later when linen must be darned pull this strip into threads for the purpose.
Dallas Center Grants Adel Mill Electricity Franchise
Dallas Center held a special election on May 25 approving a ten year contract granting the Adel Mill Company a franchise to furnish the town with electricity. The measure passed with voters supporting a local power utility setup.
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Dallas Center
Adel Mill Company
New Fashion Notes Highlight Lace Stripes and Narrow Bands
Cerise color accents appear on hats and gowns while lace striped linens and mousserie fabrics brighten blouses. Gold ribbon belts with embroidery join street suits in dark blue serge trimmed with braids soutache buttons and pipings. Shell combs fade as narrow bands move to the front, updating hair ornaments.
Marshall's Shot Wounds Two in Grinnell Dog Fight Incident
City Marshal Shahan tried to stop a dog fight before the post office. He fired at a dog and bullets hit Emil Youngsted in the foot and Thomas Phipps in the thigh. Both men received medical attention.
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Marshall
Grinnell
Shahan
Emil Youngsted
Thomas Phipps
Capt. Steele of Adel Found Dead
Adel May 26 Capt James Samuel Steele proprietor of the Arlington hotel here and a well known man throughout the state was found dead in his bed here at 6 o clock this morning
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Steele
Adel
James Samuel Steele
Arlington Hotel
Cloth or Serge Costume Description
The text hints at a costume made from cloth or serge and notes a smart style with a straight skirt cut, suggesting a tailored silhouette. Specific details are sparse due to fragmentary OCR, but the material and design focus on a neat, formal look.
Patterned Russian Coat With Tagal Hat Description
Describes a Russian coat with asymmetric trim and a Tagal hat matching. Notes trimming with wide braid around lower fronts neck waistband and cuffs. Materials listed include 6% yards of 36 inch fabric 6 yards braid and 544 yards silk for the lining.
Dainty Work Bag With Hinge Base And Ribbon Compartments
A small hand bag is described with a round two piece cardboard base joined by a hinge and tied with ribbon. Flannel leaves decorate the lower board while the upper board carries a central ribbon strap forming compartments for bodkins scissors and similar items. The ribbon threads through the hinge and across the base to close.
Silk and Satin Purses With Multiple Compartments
New shirred silk and satin purses feature frames as long as ordinary bags and about three inches deep. They are designed to be held in the hand and include inner compartments. One style offers two inner purses each taking half the length plus two outside pockets.
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Homera. Loring
Boone
Lady Maud
George Gano
Hedgewood Boy
Truro
John W. Nuzum
McPherson
Nuzum
Grain Company
Interstate Grain Company of Minneapolis Incorporated
Secretary of State
General Assembly
Wocabine Savings Bank
H. A. Kinney
Lewis Haas
S. R. de Coy
W. E. O'Connor
Chamberlain’s Limited Africa
Cape Town
Cape Colony
Africa
Barney
State Food and Dairy Department
State
Legal Department
General Fire Assurance Company
France
Office of Auditor of State
England
Scotland
Germany
Holland
J. Cole & Son of
Sears-Frizzell Co
Davenport
Merchants National Bank of
Etta F. Sears
Parole Board
State Board of Parole
L. J. Tiernagel
Nevada
Story County
Fort Madison
Insurance Department of the State Auditor’s Office
Globe Surety Company
Kansas City
Fidelity Surety and
North British Merchants’ Company
W. B. Barney
Food and Dairy
Western Reserve Holstein-Friesin Breeders’ Association
Burton
Ohio
Champ Clark
Oscar Underwood
Democratic Party
Canada
Taft
Ghe Home Department
Orient
Earth
Hebe
May
Liverloa
State House
Iowa Town
Washington
Gies
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