Governor Carroll Triumphs in Primary Battle
Governor Carroll defeats opponents who attacked him amid libel indictments and political threats. The Waterloo region notes prosperity from home business and small manufacturing, condemns Los Angeles Times bombing, and highlights efforts by Waterloo leaders, including William Galloway, to curb saloons and uphold sober, productive workforces.
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W. F. Parrott
Waterloo
Sioux City Press Club
Canada
South Dakota
Judge Platt
Iowa
Insurgents in Des Moines Back Roosevelt Rally
A Des Moines crowd of Iowa insurgents praised Roosevelt on August 3, while Teddy, aligned with Taft, waited to temper the cheers. He affirmed Taft’s loyalty to the Republican platform and his pledge redemptions.
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Iowa
Roosevelt
Des Moines
Taft
Teddy
Taft Strengthened by New York Convention Support
The article notes growing Taft backing after the New York convention as reported by The Des Moines Register and Leader. It highlights stronger president support and favorable reactions to Taft within the party.
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Des Moines Register
New York
Taft
Spectacle at Long Island Race Ends in Tragedy
The article condemns a recent Long Island automobile race where three people died and scores injured, arguing that modern high prize events turn spectators into victims. It questions Mr. Vanderbilt's role in promoting such deadly spectacles and compares them to ancient arena bloodsports.
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Mr. Vanderbilt
Long Island
Speculation on Beeson Case and Child Witness Rules
The piece argues against trials relying on a three year old child’s testimony, noting no court admits such evidence without competency. It cites Iowa practice where a child must understand the oath and be capable of distinguishing right from wrong, with maturity guiding admissibility.
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Gener Beeson
Iowa
Mt. Vernon
Beeson
Re-election sought for Linn Jones Cedar district judges
The Eighteenth judicial district in Linn Jones and Cedar counties lists Milo P. Smith W N Treichler and F O Ellison as incumbent judges with no opposition in the district convention. The article praises their legal skill impartiality and prior docket clearing performance.
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Eighteenth Judicial District
Linn
Jones
Cedar
Square Deal
Milo P. Smith
W. N. Treichler
F. O. Ellison
Voters Disenchanted As Parties Drift From Unity
The piece argues that voters reject political spellbinders this year after two years of party vs individual rhetoric. Democrats who backed Cummins and insurgent Republicans claim loyalty, but many party members are scattered or indifferent. Political leaders fail to mend damage from months of divisive rhetoric.
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Cummins
Cedar Rapids Merchants Run Large Morning Republican Ad
Cedar Rapids merchants published a twelve page advertisement in the Morning Republican, one of the largest store ads ever in an Iowa newspaper. It was 80 strikingly displayed to attract favorable comment from state newspaper men.
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Los Angeles
Los Angeles Times
General Otis
Cedar Rapids
Republican
Iowa
Political Comment Evenings and Campaign Rumors
A string of quick partisan observations covers the Ili nois legislature row over votes to a Republican senator. The piece notes distrust among the “jackpot democrats” and criticizes a churchgoer’s favorable trial outcome. It mentions Taft doctrine and quiet Republican congressional candidates amid campaign chatter.
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Ilinois
Senate
Patriotic praise of Joe Cannon from national papers
Henry Watterson praises Joseph Cannon as a patriot in a Louisville Courier Journal piece reprinted by the Cedar Rapids Republican. The column defends Cannon against vilifying attacks, notes his fairness as presiding officer, and argues after four terms he should yield to another.
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Cedar Rapids
Henry Watterson
Joe Cannon
Louisville Courier- Journal
Speaker Cannon
Congress
Illinois
Courier-Journal
Beveridge
Iowa
Cannon
House of Representatives
South
Belle Plaine builds new co operative creamery
Neighborhood notes report Belle Plaine plans a cooperative creamery as part of local development. Obituaries cite Tipton businessman William Gilmore aged 80, and McGregor lawyer Thomas Updegraft aged 76, a former five term congressman.
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Belle Plaine
William Gilmore
Tipton
P. W. Knuth
United Evangelical Church of
la Porte City
Lenox College
Thomas Updegraft
McGregor
Updegraft
Congress
Thomas 8
Baldwin
Iowa City
Commercial Club
Iowa
One Curse of Modern Civilization
The Dubuque Times Journal derides yellow politicians preachers and editors for idolizing Rockefeller, claiming John Barleycorn is the true curse and menace. It argues admonishing children about drink outweighs urging parents against monopoly, praising Sunday school instruction over office runs or uplift magazines.
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Dubuque
Where Col Roosevelt Also Bolted
The Sioux City Journal says Roosevelt should have supported the New York Republican committee’s decision preferring Sherman 20 to 15. It argues Roosevelt breached party discipline by bolting after seeking the convention chair candidacy and urges adherence to majority rule.
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Sioux City Journal
Roosevelt
Republican Committee of
New York
Sherman
the Journal
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
A collection of light column quotes on marriage love and male vanity. It jokes that the Lord forgives while people do not and that prompt decision guides managing a husband. It notes a cynic as one who takes himself too seriously to see others.
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New York Press
Wellman Plans Transatlantic Balloon Crossing Rationale
Walter Wellman writes at length detailing his intent to cross the Atlantic by balloon and explains reasons for his proposed venture. The piece outlines the hazards, preparations, and goals behind the ambitious aviation experiment.
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Kansas City
Walter Wellman
Atlantic Ocean
The Primary Fatal to Harmony
The Dubuque Times Journal argues partisan primary laws undermine party peace and unity. It contends these statewide measures prevent cohesive leadership in the nation while they remain in effect across states.
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The
Dubuque
Direct primary seen as curb on swollen fortunes
Sioux City Journal notes that viewed a certain way the direct primary could limit concentrated wealth, suggesting the election reform may temper powerful financial influence.
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Sioux City Journal
Real Estate Transfers List Includes Multiple Oxford Junction Lots
Walter Pegerick transfers to Mary J Pagorick lot 8 block 20 D Flanni gan 2nd add to Oxford Junction for 1.00. Numerous other title changes record sales in Monticello, Oxford Junction, Anamooga, and Olin including 7 acres for 700 dollars and various lots and tracts transferred between individuals and couples with nominal sums.
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Walter Pegerick
Mary J. Pagorick
D. Flannigan
Oxford Junction
J. Murfield
Hi. Q. Poet
Sweor
J. £. Brown
Edison
Martelle
Lloyd Hammond
Joseph Koronda
Cook
John Silker
Henry Silker
Shaw
Anamoga
F. E. Cook
F.E. Cook
Arthur
Ida M. Hall
Peter Ommen
Emma A. Matheson
Davidson
Monticello
Anton Hilers
Frank W. Page
Bradstreet
Katie Nowachek
Martin Homolka
Nowachek
Michael Maloney
Dick Larking
Carrell W. Kimball
J. H. Guthrie
Wyoming
Wi. G. Halsey
Gilbert Blayney
Cronkhites
Olin
H. O. Freeman
Nancy A. Freeman
Railways Report Mixed Finances for 1910 Year End
Small interurban lines report to the state railway commission for the year ending June 30 1910 with gains for most and two deficits. Tama & Toledo Electric shows a surplus under $4 000 and a 1 percent dividend. Davenport Iowa & Illinois reports a $9 000 net loss. Mason City & Clear Lake posts revenue about $29 000 with expenses under $10 000. Oskaloosa & Buxton notes $5 617 revenue and $2 027 expenses. Cedar Rapids & Marion City Net income $18 198 on $20 114 gross. Colfax Springs declares a $580 loss.
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Tawa
State Railway Commission
Tama & Toledo Electric Railway
Iowa & Ilinois Railway Company
Davenport
Mason City & Clear Lake Railway Company
Oskaloosa & Buxton Electric Railway Company
Cedar Rapids & Marion City Railway Company
Colfax Springs Railway Company
Hopkinton Leader Builds Fine Farm Home This Summer
Hopkinton Leader B l H First of South Fork has erected a fine farm home this summer featuring a heating plant and a pressure water system. The house is described as a town palace, reflecting Mr First’s growing wealth from farming over several years and his belief in enjoying comfort while able.
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Hopkinton
B. l H. First
South Fork
Mr. First
Anamosa Boy Sanford Nominated at Salt Lake City Convention
Anamosa Eureka notes Mr. Allen T. Sanford of Anamosa was nominated for congress at a state convention in Salt Lake City last Saturday by the American party. The event drew strong enthusiasm and Sanford delivered a splendid speech.
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J. Dowler
Vinton
Rock Island
West Liberty
L. D. Mathes
Union Electric Company
Dubuque
Tom Ocarlsen
Oxford Junction
Pearl Green
Monticello
Anamosa Eureka
Allen T. Sanford
Anamosa Boys
Congress
Salt Lake City
Sanford
Taft Burnished by War Heroes and Political Appetite
The Cedar Rapids Republican speculates Taft may tire of office while noting a colonel who led troops at San Juan Hill and hunted lions in the jungle thrives on political combat, likening him to one who eats politicians alive.
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Cedar Rapids
Taft
San Juan Hill
All Asia rejoices in your election
Omaha Bee notes jubilation overseas over Jim Dahlman’s mayoral win and contrasts it with later changes as the city’s leadership shifts over time.
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Omaha Bee
All Asia
Jim Dahlman
Omaha
Destiny’s Path: Caleb Powers and a Congress Seat
Caleb Powers stands as living proof that a man forged by fate can seize a congressional seat. The Washington Times highlights his unlikely rise, suggesting destiny favors perseverance over birthright.
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Washington Times
Caleb Powers
Congress
Topeka Capital Quote Delivers Town Spirit Through Baseball
A Topeka Capital quote asserts a town is measured more by the standing of its ball team than by its size, reflecting local pride in baseball success and community spirit.
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Topeka
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