The Presidents Firm Ness in War Policy Debate
A critical analysis of presidential stance on wartime diplomacy and the Gore resolution. It notes party divisions, Wilson's firm line on armed merchant ships for defense, and the Senate vote 68 to 14 endorsing the president’s approach while criticizing Bryan and other dissenters. It comments on public reactions in Des Moines and the broader international implications.
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Democratic Party
Congress
Sandter Stone
Germany
Gore
Senate
United States
Wilson
Bryan
Cumming
Taft
Roosevelt
Primary contest debated in Ananiosa Journal
The Ananiosa Journal denounces denying a sheriff primary and argues the people must have a word in choosing candidates. It condemns bosses who limit ballot access and urges Democrats of Jones county to take part rather than accept candidates chosen behind closed doors.
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Ananiosa Journal
Jones County Democracy
Jones County
Third District Meeting Excludes Dubuque Democrats
E R Moore attended the Materloo event claimed to exclude Dubuque county Democrats. The incident shows Dubuque Democrats may face ongoing exclusion as local party factions explain how it occurred.
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Dubuque
Materloo
Democrata
E.R. Moore
Anamosa
Dubuaque County
Dubuqui
State University Posts Mail Order Education Promise
The State University announces correspondence courses as a path to education by mail. It notes that mail education requires persistent study and self motivation, claiming that those with the disposition to study can secure an education regardless of direct supervision.
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The
State University
What's in a name president drew firat blood in a round
The fragment references a political clash on Gore's resolution with a provocative phrase about drawing first blood in a round. The context and participants are unclear, leaving the main action marked by disputed wording and incomplete names.
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Gore
Word to the Suffragists in Iowa Campaign Advice
Carrie Catt will spend April 18 to May 5 in Iowa as voters decide on a constitutional suffrage amendment. The piece urges a fair, square campaign, distinguishing opposition from liquor interests and urging respect for opposing women while advocating for women's rights nationwide.
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Carrie Chaptman Catt
Iowa
Catt
Towa
Des Moines
East
Misa Flora Donlap
Suffragiata
Middle West
Rural mail route change sparks reader complaints
Hopkinton Leader quotes W B Robinson urging a mail change from Ryan to Masonville. He argues the Masonville route lengthens travel by four miles and adds detours, cutting parcel post access and prompting complaints about Democratic era rural service reform. Residents fear loss of quick service and local business links.
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Hopkinton
W. B. Robinson
Ryan
Masonville
Robinson
Perkins Demonstrator as Money Talks in Politics
In the political scene Mr. George W. Perkins stands as a demonstration that money still speaks loudly. The commentary notes his influence and the enduring power of financial backing in shaping outcomes.
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New York Herald
George W. Perkins
Ro mania in war era fears echo biblical cry
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat reflects on wartime hysteria and public fear, echoing satanic temptation imagery as leaders debate strategy. The piece frames anxiety around mobilization and political responses, referencing biblical allusions to guide readers through a tense era.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Romania
Profitable Farming and Rigors Behind Rural Prosperity
A reflection contrasts the romantic image of the farmer’s abundant life with the harsh daily toil. It highlights the 4 a.m. wakeups, balky mules, and endless labor that underlie wealth from farm fields, silos, and livestock, noting the gap between poetry and reality.
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Etrife
Harm
Daily Mail
Zero
Aventide
The President and Party Co operation
The Sioux City Journal notes President Wilson clashes with party leaders in Congress over timing and unity. It cites delays on the armed merchant ship issue and inferred responsibility for diplomatic strain, causing frustration among Democratic senators and representatives.
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Sioux City
Wilson
Congress
Love Without Boundaries in Dr. Crane’s Reflections
The passage extols love’s growth beyond physical charm, describing loyalty that deepens with years. It likens mortality to a milestone and suggests the soul journeys onward, seeking a divine home beyond death’s mountains. The tone reflects a spiritual voyage and hopeful ascent.
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Frank Crane
God
Man with nerve pushes repeal of primary law
Anamosa Eureka notes a legislator proposing repeal of the primary election law, arguing it is unsuitable for rural Iowa districts. It calls for restricting compulsory primaries to delegate selection and letting counties choose primary privileges as before, in hopes of curbing gimmicks.
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Anamosa Eureka
Iowa
If We Don’t Want the Philippines Give Them Back
Editorials argue over whether the Philippines should be returned to colonial powers. The Washington Post notes business focus keeps leaders from their public image duties and front-page attention.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Philippines
Spain
Washington Post
Cascade area notes and legal court summaries
Oxford Junction organizes a commercial club. Local births record George Clare Jr and Frank McDermott Jr. Iowa contest winners include Fred Inoolstadt of Simpson College. Obituary of Nancy J. Kramer of Marion born 1854. Local injuries report Guy Fargo. college basketball results listed. District Court briefs outline probate actions and guardianships, civil cases, divorces, and foreclosures with various named parties and estates. Verne Marshall and Jotn Lewis linked to wartime assignments and visits.
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Oxford Junction
Nancy J. Kramer
Henderson
Marion
Newport
Ilowa
Anamosa
Guy Fargo
Edgewood
Indianola
Coe
Simpson
Toledo
Ocentral
Leandar Clark
Ovdarfalla
State Teachers
Dubuque
Oska- Joosa
Iowa
Wasleyan
Penn
Mt. Vernon
Albert Knapp
Sortram
Mr. Knapp
Knapp
Verne Marshall
Cedar Rapids
France
Red Cross
R. C. Rome
Jotn Lewis
Montreal Star
Lewis
Nelson Ospron
C. J. Cash
David
Son Bros. & Uo
C. W. Frey
A. D. Hardin
Ve. Herman’ Schmidt
Frank L. Wilson
Va. A. NJ
Burroupha
Lindebe-Warner Sons Co
le Harrington
F. J. Cross
J. G. Suter & Son
Barton & Tutt
Monticello Medtric Co
W. M. Welch
John Otten
Thompson Buckley
Albert Chaplin
George IF. Frepeb
James Collier
Olive C. Hosford
George W. ‘Lrumball
J. F. Brown
Hamilton W. Burke
Will B
Flora Greiner
Henry Greiner
N. Ray Hehternach
Gladys Hartman Hehternach
Jane A. Hanna
Rosaltha M. Blackmer
John A. Finn
Frederick J. Mann
Philip Brown
Nicholas J. Smith
John Smith
Thomas Hirtz
Andrew Kasper
Ben Reichart
James Mead
Mike Hanson
Thomas Head
Charles Howard
M. W. Herrick
Guardian Ad Litem
Olem
Joe
John
Josephine
Irene Winchell
Farmera State Bank
James T. Leech
H. BE. Smith Va
Ed Wain
Henry Scheer
J. WH. Gordon
Injured Cashier Frazier In Bank Altercation
Cashier Frazier of the Niles and Watters Savinga Bank at Anamona was badly injured in an early week scuffle with J L Green over a foreclosure of a chattel mortgage. Frazier’s nose was broken and witnesses went before the grand jury last Tuesday to seek Green’s indictment. Forest Matson, former Monticello boy now in Cedar Rapids, will be featured in the Saturday Evening Post with an ad for an adding machine highlighting his business acumen.
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Frazier
Niles & Watters Savinga Bank
Anamona
J. L. Grean
Green
Forest Matson
Monticello
Cedar Rapids
Saturday Evening Post
Forest
Matson
Burnt biscuits distract St Paul guest etiquette
A light absurd note from the St. Paul Pioneer Press remarks on a woman burning biscuits meant for company and the breach of the etiquette that would normally govern such social visits.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press
At and after 40 a man should heed his diet says physician
A Louisville physician warns that after age forty men should monitor eating and drinking closely. He stresses practical dietary caution and observance of healthy habits to avoid common illnesses.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Eyes Tested and Glasses Fitted by Dr. Stubler
Dr. L. G. Stubler performs eye examinations and fittings for glasses, offering vision care services.
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L. G. Stubler
Our Gravest Peril Editorial Warns on American Rights
In the Chicago Evening Post the piece argues the nation faces its greatest danger not from German submarines but from internal undermining of American rights and prestige by traitors and poltroons.
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Chicago Evening Post
Peace at any price debate echoes in New York
In a New York Herald opinion, supporters of unconditional peace demand concessions from others, arguing that risking war is unacceptable while opponents warn of dangerous appeasement and rising global tensions.
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New York Herald
Eclipse Corner Weather And Local Goods Roundup
March weather with wind flurries and cold snaps. Local ads promote Eclipse coal posts roofing gates screens and hay hog wood racks with prices, trials and guarantees. A music counter encounter and streetcar laundry basket moment provide light local color.
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Iowa
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