Rankin and auburn hair praised in Auburn column
The piece extols Miss Rankin of Montana as the first woman elected to Congress and links auburn hair to beauty and intellect. It also notes dry states’ gains, citing Michigan Nebraska Montana and South Dakota, claiming liquor expansion fell and church-building contracts rose since 1905.
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Jeanette
Rankin
Montana
House of Representatives
Titian
Uffizi
Dryden
Pope
Longfellow
Saxe
George Eliot
Flora
Miss Rankin
Michigan
Nebraska
South Dakota
United States
Union
President Wilson urged to take firm stand after close election
The article argues that voters disapprove of Wilson's mistakes and wobbly policies. It says he must adopt a consistent administrative policy to restore trust and avoid sidestepping issues. The emphasis is on strengthening leadership following the recent election.
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Wilson
America
Western Neglect and High Wheat Prices Defeated Hughes
The analysis cites high wheat prices in West states the deceitful slogan He kept us out of war and a patronizing women's tour as key missteps. It argues western voters swung the result, while the East saw better Republican campaign effort.
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Hughes
Prophesied Honor and Col Harvey Recalled
A fragment recalls a promise to honor Col. Harvey, noting the speaker’s view that the supposed dishonor was not greater than his earlier experiences, reflecting on reputation and expectation in common discourse.
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Col. Harvey
Hia
Slavery Compared Across Eras During War
The article argues that modern Europe still uses prisoners of war as forced labor, comparing it to ancient Rome. It notes servitude continues during conflict and implies it ends only after hostilities conclude.
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Europe
Four more years of Wilson and shellmaking debates
The speaker predicts four more years of Wilson in office and questions whether postwar policies, including tariffs and shell production, will provide work for shellmakers. The piece critiques the administration as shifting viewpoints and relying on scene shifters for support.
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Wilson
Publisher transfers Oxford Mirror to longtime foreman
Frank Kenney sells The Oxford Mirror to A. A. Owen who has served as foreman for six years. Kenney remains editor and will continue to guide the paper, while Owen is expected to maintain the paper’s high standard.
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Frank Kenney
Oxford Mirror
Hon
A. A. Owen
Kenney
Mirror
Owen
No Nobel Peace Prize Awarded This Year
The speaker questions why a prize should be given, asking who has advanced peace in the past year and suggesting a lack of notable achievements justifying the award.
Breakers Ahead for Wilson After One-Term Debate
Sioux City Journal discusses looming political breakers before March 4 1921 predicting trouble for Woodrow Wilson as Democrats lose ground in the House and face intra party splits. It argues Republicans may ally with reform minded Democrats to avert postwar economic and trade challenges.
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Sioux City
Wilson
Grover Cleveland
United States
Senate
Hare
Harding Victory Vindicates Iowa Governor Candidate
The Cedar Rapids Republican lauds Mr. Harding, declaring there was no factual basis for allegations against him. It praises his victory as vindicating manhood and politics, notes his knowledge of the state, and asserts he will govern without catering to anyone.
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Cedar Rapids
Harding
Iowa
Official Pluralities in Jones County Vote
Jones County supervisors tabulated last Tuesday's results showing party ticket tallies. President Hughes leads Wilson. Harding tops Meredith for Governor. numerous state and county races list winners and vote counts with several margins.
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County Board of Supervisors
Jones County
Charles J. Hughes
Woodrow Wilson
W. L
Harding
T. Meredith
Ernest R. Moore
James J. Doty
William S. Allen
Wm. G. Noth
Frank S. Shaw
John B.keefe
William ©. Brown
Herman FP. Hansen
H. M. Havner
John T. Clarkson
Congress
James W. Good
Robert Melvin Peet
J.K. Hale
Sheean
A. W. Fleniken
John Thomson
John T. Paul
E. J. Hines
He Will Measure High
Harding will be governor for 1917 and 1918 and will make a good governor. The people opposing him for personal reasons will support him in two years, while sincere opponents remain impotent.
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Carroll Herald
Harding
Modern youth ideals clash with old norms in Houston Post
The Houston Post critiques changing youth culture, praising children's leisure and autonomy while challenging traditional moral expectations. The piece argues modern attitudes offer advantages over strict, conservative upbringings, reflecting social shifts in daily life and family roles.
Blessed are those not in politics in election humor
A Louisville Courier-Journal item offers a humorous take on voters who avoid politics and still navigate election results with ease. The piece highlights a light tone about public engagement and pragmatic tolerance.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Notable Deaths and Local Elections Across Counties
Maquoketa citizens Robert Atkinson and B W Pfeffer died recently. Clinton county elected two Republican representatives with all Republican candidates for county offices except auditor and treasurer. A Crabbtown infant died of infantile paralysis, with a twin sister affected. A Fire near Edgewood destroyed a large farm complex owned by Fred Richardson, fully insured. Barry Ward from Strawberry Point died by suicide. ill health noted. John W Brown J W Reeves and Harold Ward pleaded guilty in a con man case involving W H Kearns. W H Seaman of Scott county died by suicide. health issues linked to family tragedy. Emil Claus and Alpert Ehler of Olin fined for trapping muskrats. license required after December 1. C H Hastings of Cleveland died by suicide over a broken relationship. Dr Hessel Beckman of Mayo Clinic died in Rochester at 45 after an infected boil. Grinnell College alum and son of Mrs O Beckman.
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Robert Atkinson
B. W. Pfeffer
Maquoketa
Clinton County
Kenneth
Thomas Dague
Crabbtown
Cascads
Fred Richardson
Edgewood
Barry Ward
Strawberry Point
John W. Brown
J. W. Reeves
Harold Ward
Davenport
W. H. Kearns
Iowa
Illinois
Missouri
W. H. Seaman
Scott County
Mr. Seaman
Emil
Claus
Alpert Ehler
Olin
C. H. Hastings
National Refining Company
Cleveland
Ohio
Cedar Rapids
First Avenue
Baheg
Hessel Beckman
Mayo Bros
Rochester
Minnesota
O. Beckman
Grundy Center
Beckman
Grinnell College
Dead Sea Fruit Political Expenditures Lament
A Sioux City Journal note mocks a lame duck congressman as he undertakes a long walk to the mailbox to post his sworn campaign expenditure statement. The piece satirizes the burden of reporting political spending.
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Sioux City Journal
The Defeated
Poet Walt Mason mocks defeated politicians after campaign flags fall and the loser keeps running. He laments the candidate’s stubborn pride and constant chatter, imagining a return to honest work while predicting continued political fuss.
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Walt’Mason
Hell
Rubess and the Rube image in Iowa travel notes
A traveler contrasts Iowa towns with New Yorker views, praising Iowans as human and noting state wealth from education and banking. The piece highlights rural humor, the value of a dollar, and caution about underestimating Midwestern capital.
High Taxes and Rents in Burlington Opinion
The piece argues that people accept high taxes and rents as inevitable in Burlington. It notes that nobody would tolerate very low taxes or rents, as there would be little to live on besides what residents bring. The St. Louis Globe-Democrat adds that many voters align with their own preferences.
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Burlington
Hawkeye
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Farm livestock and farm auction notices and church bazaar
For sale big type Poland Chinas of both sexes with March and April farrow. Long Expansion Jumbo 2nd and Young Manstation IF Morell Hamblin Manchester IA. Thanksgiving bazaar at Castle Grove Immaculate Conception, Rosary Society with turkey dinner and evening dance Thursday Nov 80. Henry Rodick public auction Dec 7 near Monticello Langworthy with 3 horses 25 cattle hay corn farm implements and more. L P Waddick at sale and F F Becker as clerk.
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Poland
Morell Hamblin
Manchester
Iowa
Ladies of the Rosary Society
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Castle Grove
Henry Rodick
Monticello
Langworthy
L. P. Waddick
F. F. Becker
Coal and Lumber Sale Offer Prompt Orders Now
A local supplier promotes coal, lumber, roofing, storm sash and doors. They urge quick orders as coal is scarce and demand is high, promising good quality at varying prices and fast delivery. The note emphasizes planning for winter and emphasizes practicality over luxury.
Iowa Gates and Winter Prep Play on Words
A local writer muses about Henry Hanken removing four Iowa gates and plans to buy more Iowa pates. The piece contrasts gate openings with winter chores and urges readers to consider Iowa products for easier access through winter.
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Henry Hanken
Iowa
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