Two Die risk in Wabash train wreck near Percy and Dunreath
A rear end collision between a passenger train and a freight train on the Wabash between Percy and Dunreath injures thirty, with two severely hurt who may die. Des Moines No. 3 hit a washout near Carrslough. mercy hospital treats the injured as crews combat the wreck.
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Des Moines
Percy
Dunreath
Mercy Hospital
W. van Werden
St. Louis
Carrslough
Default Divorces Diminished by Proposed Iowa Law Change
Des Moines reports Iowa Bar association seeks a bill to allow the state to appoint an attorney in every default divorce case. The attorney would cross examine witnesses and present testimony to balance the defendant’s side. Officers elected include J. L. Carney and C. G. Saunders with next convention set for Oskaloosa.
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Des Moines
Iowa Bar Association
Iowa
Horace B. Deemer
Law Reform Committee
J. L. Carney
Marshalltown
C. G. Saunders
Council Bluffs
C. M. Dutcher
Iowa City
C. S. Wilcox
A. J. Small
Oskaloosa
Train kills Fairfield girl near her home
Kathrine Harris aged 27 was killed by Burlington train No 10 while on her way to work in Pairfield Iowa. She stepped in front of the fast passenger after bypassing a freight train, within three blocks of her home.
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Katherine Harris
Burlington
Pairfield
Five Thousand Parade At Scott County Picnic
Davenport report notes five thousand Sunday school workers marched through downtown on Friday then gathered at Central Park for the annual Scott County picnic.
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Davenport
Central Park
Scott County
Iowan Chosen to High Place in Washington
George R. Putnam of Davenport named commissioner of light houses at 5000 dollars yearly. Arthur V. Conover of Passaic New Jersey named assistant at 4000 dollars yearly. The appointments were announced in Washington on June 25.
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High Place
Washington, D. C
George R. Putnam
Davenport
Arthur V. Conover
Passaic
N. J
Jasper County Telephone franchise defeated in June vote
Newton Ja June 25 The proposal to grant the Jasper County Telephone company a second ten years franchise was defeated by a vote of 564 to 65. The old franchise expires next April.
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Newton
Newton, Ja
Jasper County Telephone Company
Employee of Rock Island Drowns in Cedar River
Anthony Loupour a 21 year old freight house employee from Rock Island drowned in the Cedar River while swimming. He experienced cramps and went under before aid could reach him.
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Rock Island Crowns
Cedar Rapids
Anthony Loupour
Rock Island Freight House
Cedar River
Chicago man found dead in Madison home during visit
Charles Wendt of Chicago aged 28 was found dead in bed at his sister Mrs R E Vanlow's Madison residence. Heart trouble was given as the cause. He had been visiting relatives in the city on June 25.
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Madison
Charles Wendt
Chicago
R. E. Vanlow
Complete Official Canvass: Palmer and Thorne Lead Railroads
Des Moines June 24 The state executive council reports results of the canvass of state and congressional tickets. Palmer and Thorne lead in railroad commissioner race with a plurality of 7 871 over Ottoson and Litz, while Republican gains show river across multiple offices.
Official Democratic Vote Totals and County Note
Reported Democratic tallies show Governor Basher with 8 547 votes and Moon 6 249 while Porter holds 32 196 with Porter’s plurality at 23 649. Lieutenant governor Sheldon 46 087 Secretary of state Anders 45 256 Auditor Blake 45 714 Treasurer Curran 45 264 Attorney general Amos 19 516 Walters 24 558 Walter’s 5 042 majority. State superintendent Mitchell 45 197 Clerk supreme court Von Bos kirk 44 440 Supreme court reporter Harnagel 44 015 Railroad commissioners Dewey 35 641 Jones 32 702 Note excludes Wapello county vote.
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Des Moines
State Executive Council
Carroll
Garst
Clarke
Hayward
Bleakly
Morrow
Chantland
Cosson
Feely
Brainerd
Deyoe
Heminger
Lark
Pickett
Riggs
Welty
Supreme Court
Bousquet
Garrett
Grubb
Cornwall
Ferson
Ferguson
Ottoson
Palmer
Litz
Thorne
Wilson
Basher
Moon
Porter
Sheldon
Anders
Blake
Curran
Amos
Walters
Walter
Mitchell
von Boskirk
Harnagel
Railroad
Dewey
Jones
Wapello County
Republican Congressional Vote Totals By District
Official vote tallies released show Kennedy leading in the First District by 8 299 over Brookhart while other districts list winners Grill Pickett Haugen Good Kendall Prouty Hull Towner Smith Woods Hubbard with majorities ranging from 878 to 12 862 in incomplete results noting Wapello County missing.
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Kennedy
Brookhart
Grill
Pickett
Haugen
Good
Kendall
Wapello County
Prouty
Hull
Towner
Darrah
Smith
Byers
Woods
Mayne
Hubbard
Democratic Congressional Vote Totals by Districts
Report lists district by district results with candidate names and vote totals. First district Willis 1657 ahead Pollard by 1927 overall. Second Pepper leads De Armand by 119. Third Denison leads Murtagh by 1734. Fourth Murphy 3708. Fifth Huber 2641. Sixth Hamilton 3897. Seventh Price leads O Mally by 260. Eighth Stuart 1895 ahead Sankey 985 Booth 1418. Stuart’s plurality 477. Ninth Cleveland 2606. Tenth no nomination. Eleventh no nomination.
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Willis
Pollard
de Armand
Pepper
Denison
Murtagh
Murphy
Huber
Hamilton
River to River road praised by Miss Scott
Miss Blanche Scott arrives in Council Bluffs after a long Iowa journey praising the River to River road. She says the highway is a fine stretch, with continuous parades and lively entertainments as she travels from town to town with a large escort.
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Miss Scott
Council Bluffs
Blanche Scott
Iowa
River Road
New York
Prices Come Down After Tariff Debate
The piece argues that if tariffs raised prices they should also lower them when unchanged. It notes declines in grain and beef futures, predicts lower living costs in the coming year, and says multiple factors push costs up, with the tariff among the lesser causes, citing the Pittsburg Dispatch on European crops, surpluses, and consumer prices.
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Pittsburg Dispatch
Europe
Hving
Taft Attitude Compared With Cleveland On Tariff Bill
The piece argues Taft’s refusal or acceptance of the Payne bill mirrors Cleveland’s approach, suggesting both action and inaction led to similar outcomes. It praises Taft as level headed, noting his public service and predicting fairer historical judgment of his tariff stance.
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Payne
Congress
Cleveland
Taft
Has P. M. Joice Taken Own Life
Fort Dodge Iowa June 24 a persistent rumor in federal court says P M Joice of Lake Mills whose whereabouts are uncertain may have committed death by own action no confirmation or denial can be secured
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P. M. Joice
Fort Dodge
Lake Mills
Muscatine Man Killed by Street Car
Muscatine Iowa June 24 coroner's jury probes Kenneth Anderson death after being struck by a street car Motorman Callahan was horrified by the fatality and remains in serious condition with investigators detailing the incident
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Muscatine
Kenneth Anderson
Callahan
Workman Killed by Train in Fort Madison
Fort Madison Iowa June 23 Charles Traverse an employee of the Atlea mills died after being struck by a train while at work Monday The accident occurred in the mills district and the victim succumbed Tuesday night to injuries received on the job Source notes the fatality as sudden and work related with officials beginning inquiry and report on the incident
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Fort Madison
Charles Traverse
Atlea Mills
Salesman in Clinton Almost Commits Suicide at Hotel
A traveling salesman, F. A. Stilter of 3000 Indiana Avenue Chicago, tried to shoot himself at the Lafayette hotel in Clinton. He was stopped by employees before he could die.
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Clinton, Ia
F. A. Stilter
Indiana Avenue
Chicago
Lafayette Hotel
Cotton Theater Opens in Cedar Falls Iowa
New Cotton theater in Cedar Falls Iowa opened Thursday night hailed as one of the prettiest playhouses in Iowa and a credit to cities much larger than Iowa’s Lawn City with the ceremony and inaugural performances attracting local residents.
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Play House
Cedar Falls
New Cotton Theater
Iowa
Lawn City
Republicans Eye Future House Control Amid 1912 Observation
The Denver Republican argues that a Democratic house next year would hinder Republican gains in the presidential race. It contends voters prefer Republican success in Congress to avoid deadlock and to ensure needed legislation, predicting Democratic victory will fade as election day nears.
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House
Denver
Mutual understanding to bridge railways and public interests
The statement argues that railways and public interests differ only superficially and that lasting harmony relies on mutual understanding and fair play. It emphasizes shared community aims and reciprocal cooperation as the foundation for stable relations.
Bryan predicts a Democrat to win next presidency
Mr. Bryan asserts the next president will be a Democrat, claiming consistency after making the same forecast for fourteen years. The statement marks his ongoing political stance and credibility on long term predictions.
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Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Remarkable pensioners letter to city officials urges aid
Former Sheriff Leek cites a pensioner letter appealing for help. The writer, described as an old friend, asks for $10 and says the money is urgent to be sent by tomorrow. He warns to notify if the message fails to reach the recipient and promises a replacement letter.
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Leek
Cleveland Leader
Taft Endorses Payne Tariff as Good Yet Imperfect
The Payne tariff is a clear improvement over the Dingley tariff but not perfect. It supports giving the Payne tariff a fair trial while planning a scientific revision within three years, aiming to settle party doctrine before the fall elections. Republicans split between radicals and those seeking harmony, per the Milwaukee Sentinel.
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Taft
Roosevelt
Payne
Dingley
New Tariff Board
Hoard
Milwaukee Sentinel
High Costs to Be Saved
The press argues that public concern over rising living costs is misdirected. It notes that final consumer prices rise far more than small producer adjustments or small transportation charges. It rebuts claims that lowering duties or transport costs will fix the overall 100 cent spread created by monopolies and producer markups.
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New York Press
Taft Outlines Canada US Tariff Ties in Pittsburg Speech
President Taft discussed tariff relations with Canada, stressing exceptional cross border ties and shared race characteristics. He urged reciprocal arrangements to deepen economic bonds without sacrificing core principles, noting a boundary of 3000 miles and ongoing intercommunication as basis for a closer trade policy.
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Canada
United States
Taft
Pittsburg
Dominion
Doth Protest Too Much
A Columbus Republican quips about the Indianapolis Star asserting its Republican stance. It notes celebrities of self-declaration do not prove character, likening newspapers to men who claim gentleness and urging skepticism of such declarations.
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Indianapolis Star
Columbus Republican
Taft Administration Moves to Regulate Public Service
The Taft administration has been rebuilding the administrative service on a regulated, honest, and efficient footing. While not finished, substantial progress toward legality, honesty, and competency has been made. The governing principle remains strict subordination to and obedience to the law.
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Taft
San Francisco
Good Republican Doctrine on Taft Legislation
The Philadelphia Press reports that Republicans are united on Taft administration measures in Congress. They pledge to support and actively defend these bills during passage, though internal criticism within the party may surprise Democratic senators in Washington.
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Taft
Congress
Washington
Philadelphia
What the Democratic Party Stands For Question
In a quoted remark former Missouri Governor Folk questions public sentiment and asks what the Democratic Party represents. The St. Paul Dispatch quotes him urging clear statements of party ideals and goals.
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Folk
Missouri
St. Paul
Longworth challenged on his own congress speech
The Cincinnati Commercial Tribune urges readers to study Congressman Longworth as more than just a son in law of a prominent figure, citing his latest congressional remarks for analysis.
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Longworth
Congress
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Fashionable bathing suits and sailor outfits for sport wear
Fashion notes say sport garments follow current trends with fine materials like mohair and silk for bathing suits. Dark colored mohair with bright piping, silk plaids, and white trims lead to smart ready made options with tights or bloomers. Tennis wear features gored skirts and mariner blouses in coarse drilled fabrics. a misses shirt slips over the head. For size sixteen, 3 1/4 yards of 24 inch wide material required.
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Ing
Cushion That Won't Slip Lets Comfortable Armchair Cushion Stay Put
Practical suggestions describe a non slip head cushion for armchairs shown in a sketch. The design aims to stay in place for comfort and dainty support, providing a neat solution for seated use.
Cushioning scheme balances two cushions on chair back
A description explains a design with two narrow cushions joined at center to balance each other. The front and back cushions sit on the chair back, their weights keeping them in place, as illustrated in the accompanying lower sketch.
Charming lawn shelters in canvas and wicker designs
The article describes three sided lawn shelters with canvas roofs and wicker frames. It highlights a seat running along all three sides with mattress cushions and a low wicker table between end seats, plus a magazine rack and storage for provisions. It also mentions a large umbrella shelter with a circular table and ice pails and tea gear stored beneath. Old English patterns and teakwood for verandas are noted as popular trends.
Slipper Display Evolves With Custom Chintz Cases
Mary Oran notes an updated slipper display where toe shaped chintz pieces secure each shoe in its own socket. The new hanging cabinet stores a full line of shoes and a separate case for daintier pumps and slippers, improving organization over individual bags.
Cushion design guidance for chair backs and fringe finish
The text notes that cushion material is a matter of choice and dimensions in a diagram are suggestions. It states that cushion size should follow the chair back shape, requires at least twelve inches of material between cushions for a padded chair, and allows finishing with ball fringe or an ornamental design on the sides.
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Dagsagt
Paisley Shawl Fad Inspires New Fashion Craze
Paris follows the Paisley shawl trend with trims and accessories echoing grandmother era patterns. Coats in satin and silk feature Paisley borders and tucked silk accents in blue pink or orange. Paisley bordered fabrics dress afternoon and evening frocks and hats.
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Paris
Work Basket From Berry Boxes For Drawer Use
A simple sewing project describes making a decorative work basket from berry boxes. Cut a nine by twenty one and a half inch piece, sew ends, slip over the box, let edge form a one inch bottom, smooth and tack, add interior supports, cover four boxes with a ribbon tie and a central bow for an attractive bureau drawer divider.
A Tray Cloth Embroidered with Madeira Style
A tray cloth is prepared by tracing the tray bottom on material or punching holes in a design, then binding each hole in even eyelet stitches and finishing with scalloped edges. The final appearance depends on stitch precision and the maker’s time, with charm in any level of detail.
Summer Matchmaking Tales Across Seafaring Rumor
In a witty exchange two summer girls boast of engagements. The first claims multiple past engagements to unnamed men, while the second boasts of a self engagement to a stranger who sent a proposal from a passing yacht.
Wantland town to spur Routt County land boom
Keen observers predict a big property boom in Wantland Colorado a new town at the center of the Little Snake River Valley. An irrigation system will water 60000 acres of fine land nearby with water rights priced at 36 dollars per acre in ten year payments. The state of Colorado sells land for 60 cents per acre under the Carey Act. Sugar factories flour mills and canneries are possible industries to be located at Wantland. Information available from Routt County Colonization Company Denver Colorado.
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Wantland
Colorado
Snake River
Routt County
Routt County Colonization Company
Walton Bt
Denver
Colo
The Juvenile Buster at Bowling Green Dinner
The famous Champ Clark denounces monopolies during a dinner at Bowling Green. He recalls a nursery scene where a girl slips something under her plate and mutters a wish for an anti crust law, reflecting public sentiment.
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Buster
Champ Clark
Bowling Green
Trusts
Nurse describes Resinol ointment healing leg ulcer
A trained nurse reports applying Resinol to an ulcerated leg for four weeks with two daily applications and achieving permanent healing. She notes success using Resinol on children's facial eruptions and other skin concerns, and signs off as Mrs. Isadore E. Cameron from Augusta Maine.
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Isadore E. Cameron
Augusta
Seaside Child Helen Cries Over Missing Mother
Helen, staying with her aunt at a seaside house, hears her mother talks from the city. The girl becomes terrified and bursts into tears asking how they will ever get mamma out of the little hole.
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Helen
Mamma
Allen's Foot Tabs Promises Quick Foot Comfort
Dissolve Allen's Foot Tabs in water for a foot bath to ease soreness and odors. The product claims instant relief from weariness sweating and inflamed feet at night. For daytime comfort shake Allen's Trout-Fuse powder into shoes. Sold everywhere 25c. Samples mailed free. Address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Olmsted
LeRoy, N
Woot
Gasoline Engines Begin Limited Use in Industry
Gasoline engines are only used to a limited extent as yet and are just coming into use. One dealer estimates about five percent replacement of wind mills as people remain conservative about improvements.
Prune and Strawberry Near Neck and Neck Standoff
A close contest unfolds as the prune and the strawberry race toward a photo finish. Both items vie for top position with similar pace, keeping observers poised for a final outcome.
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Wabash
Iowa State Bar Association
General Assembly
Train
Fairfield
Payne Bill
Reer As
Mohal
Mary Oran
Libby
Vienna
Dodds
Defiance
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