Illinois Senate debates murder robbery punishment deterrence
The Illinois Senate considers a maximum sentence for a convicted robber who uses a gun, arguing that harsher penalties do not deter crime. Historical references claim capital punishment failed to curb robbery and that certainty of conviction matters more than severity.
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Bil
Chicago
England
Moll Flanders
DeFoe
William and Mary
Maa- Cauley
History of
Bow
Hyde Park
Arabia
William
Parents Must Guide Youth Says Justice Lightner
Cedar Rapids jurist Justice G. S. Lightner argues most delinquents lack proper home training. He urges fathers to spend evenings with their families and mothers to guard daughters' whereabouts, stressing parental involvement over outside influences. He cites church and school guidance but says parents must lead children away from bad companions.
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G. S. Lightner
Cedar Rapids
Tribune criticized for pro prohibition stance and autocratic tone
A Chicago editorial attacks the Tribune for pushing temperance measures while claiming broad public support. It argues three generations do not follow its editorials and labels the paper a frequent scold for failing to influence policy beyond Chicago.
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The
Chicago Tribune
Tribune
the Tribune
Chicago
Tineis
Whisky Rebellion Echoes as Law Forces Press Off Coast
The report recalls early Whisky Rebellion struggles and ongoing government action against rum runners off the Atlantic coast. It notes officers of the law gaining strength, with a history of clashes where the authorities prevail when officers stay true to duty.
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Atlantic
Einstein's Balance Theory Highlighted at Academy Meeting
In Washington, Prof. Einstein's relativity theory received reinforcement from new discoveries unveiled at a National Academy of Sciences gathering. The presentation emphasized strengthened concepts without official confirmation, while figures such as William J. contributed to the discussion.
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Einstein
Washington
National Academy of Satepoes
William
Cedar Rapids tragedy and county jail cases skimmed from Anamosa news
A Cedar Rapids truck reckless ride injured nine people on First avenue and Twentieth street. Harold Andrews identified as the driver. In Anamosa, a mammoth truck moved household goods to Cedar Rapids, prompting rail competition concerns. Glenn Davis languishes in jail over seven gallons of alcohol found in his car along Park avenue. Sheriff Bodenhofer seized the vehicle and its contents as the investigation proceeds.
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Grace Hubbard
William Hubbard
King
Cedar Rapids
Harold Andrews
First Avenue
Twentieth Street
Jones County Farm Bureau
Farm Bureau
Anamosa
Glenn Davis
Davis
Park Avenue
Bodenhofer
John Law
Virginia mother helps disabled men through legion poppies
The American Legion Auxiliary plans a Memorial Day poppy drive to aid disabled veterans and dependents. A Virginia mother who formerly faced hardship sold 4500 poppies earning 57.60 to return home, symbolizing the drive and its purpose across hospitals and units nationwide.
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American Legion Weekly
Virginia
Wisconsin
Pete Jomina
SraVetarings
Jean Shospital
Gts
Fot
Sid
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
Saint Paul
Darrow’s Career Praised Yet Blamed for Sentencing Fairness
Sioux City Journal reflects on Clarence Darrow as a powerful but controversial lawyer. It argues his defense of criminals swayed juries and impeded justice, predicting Chicago law enforcement may face greater challenges without his influence.
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Sioux City Journal
Chirence Darrow
Clarence Darrow
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Chicago
The
Underworld
World reacts calmly to von Hindenburg election
Lincoln readers note cautious global response to the German election. Monarchists feel elated while fears of a Kaiser return fade as reports say the ex-emperor fled from Holland after yielding a white feather and losing public support.
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Lincoln Journal
Gen. von Hindenburg
France
Hollava
Quirky London Telegraph Exchange Drafts a Cash Request
An odd London Telegraph snippet shows a rude beggar asking for money with a mock noble compliment. A man replies that he cannot help, citing his wife’s child from a previous marriage as the reason. The exchange has a humorous, irreverent tone.
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Pat
London
Telegraph
Regional Farm Sales Signal Hopeful Trend Near Jackson Junction
In Winnishiek county near Jackson Junction six farms sold for cash at an average 120 acres and about 150 dollars per acre, all cash deals. The report notes optimism from these transactions despite no further context.
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Jackson Junction
Winnishiek County
Foreclosure Sought On Dyersville Bank Securities
Cedar Rapids National Bank acting as trustee for a bank syndicate seeks foreclosure of collateral worth 402000 loaned before Farmers State bank of Dyersville closed. Unpaid 124000, trustee fee 6500. districts court cases and contempt order tied to Linn and Dubuque counties.
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Dyersville
Linn County
Cedar Rapids National Bank
Dyersville Bank
Cedar Rapids Bank
First National Bank of
Farmers and Merchants State Savings Bank of Manchester
Security Savings Bank of
P. J. Nelson
Farmers'’ State Bank
North Iowa
Nelson
Cedar Rapids
Guard Your Credit and the Value of Honesty
The piece urges protecting credit as if it were cash. It notes most business is done on credit and warns dishonesty destroys future trust and purchasing power. It emphasizes honesty as the only policy and laments deceit harming credit. See Te Diseased chicks should be killed.
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Eclipse
Call for a clean Decoration Day in Wyoming
An elderly veteran writes to urge Wyoming communities to honor Decoration Day as a solemn, noncommercial observance. He condemns auto racing and sports on the day, praising veterans, teachers, and W.A.C. members who tend graves, flags, and monuments. He warns the day’s meaning may fade as time passes.
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Wyoming
Fort Sumpter
Appomattox
Ben Paul Post
America
Jones County 4H and Farm Bureau Activities Grow
County Agent Paul N. Smith and Kilian field man Bill Daly addressed high schools on junior club work and agriculture education. Nineteen 4H clubs with over 200 youth cover home furnishing clothing poultry and livestock projects including a new Market Pig club with entry deadlines and April feeding rules. The talks sparked county interest leading to repeat visits.
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Paul N. Smith
Bill’ Daly
Killian Company
Daly
Jones County
Farm Bureau Pierce
Anamosa
Farm Bureau
Adeline Wardeman
Club Extension Service
I. R. Young
Lovell
Jackson
Madison
Rome
Castle Grove
Oxford
Greenfield
Wyoming
Hale
Knowles
John Kelainenh
Center Junction
Philomathean banquet and Monticello baseball recap
The Philomathean Literary Society held its annual banquet with a six thirty seating and a three course menu. Officers were elected for the coming year and The Philomonte staff chosen. Monticello high school beat Worthington 6 to 4 in baseball, with plans for another game at home next Friday and a season close.
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Philomathean Literary Society
Miss Specht
Thelmaregory
Gertrude Schweitzer
Donald Bell
Alice Reed
Camille Goings
Helen Pulver
Jayne Shover
Paul Meyer
Reuben Dress
Gladys Stickford
The
Philomonte
Harold van Voltenburg
George Meyer
Carroll Podhaski
Robert Ricklefs
Monticello High School
Worthington
Whitford
Monti
Alice Petersen
Berniece Schneider
Sewerage Bids Sought for Monticello Iowa Project
Monticello Iowa invites sealed bids by May 18 at 10 p m with award at 1 p m May 18 for sewer construction. City supplies materials and bids require a certified check of about b percent. Bid envelopes marked Sewerage Bids to City Clerk Ray Echternacht. Public auction proceeds from farm sale include dairy cows hogs equipment all details listed with terms to be announced at sale. Auctioneer L P Waddick and Monticello State Bank listed.
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Decorah
Sidney Ruth
Iowa City
Joe Mooley
Monticello
Iowa
Ray Echternacht
Jersey
Hampshire
Weber
McCormick
Satley
Harn
Monticello State Bank
L. P. Waddick
G. Hutton
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Charles Weaver
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Baltimore Sun
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Aliso
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Charles Rice
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W.S. May
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Wilcox & Sons
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Mayme Harms
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