Simply Human Nature Reflections On Outlaws And Politics
Readable excerpts discuss Dietz the would be outlaw at Cameron Dam, public sympathy for defiance of law, and parallels to Rob Roy and Robin Hood. The piece critiques Democratic politics in Red Oak and notes Portugal's republican shift and local news items on politics, crime, and society.
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Cameron Dam
John Dietz
Dietz
Robin Hood
Highlands
Scotland
Rob Roy
Walter Scott
Mac
Scott
Sir Walter
Meggie
Meg
Abbotsford
Loch Lomond
Loch Katrine
Deitz
Political ticket praise and hog insomnia joke item
A Monticello Express write-up endorses B F Carroll and the state, congressional, and judicial tickets with emphasis on Carroll as a capable former auditor. It lauds James W. Good as congressman and praises Ellison Treichler and Smith for the judiciary, then recounts a humorous Des Moines Register joke about Dubuque county hogs unable to sleep due to uneven ground and clay-tailed insomnia.
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Monticello Express
B. F. Carroll
James W. Good
Good
W. N. Treichler
Cedar
Milo P. Smith
Linn
Iowa
Willison
Treichler
Smith
Des Moines Register and Leader
O. P. Thompson
Des Moines
Dubuque County
Thompson
Dr. Thompson
Portuguese Republic’s First President Faces Religious Tension
The piece notes the expulsion of monks and nuns as Portugal's new republic begins. It argues that those who toppled the monarchy criticized clerical arbitrariness yet condemns intolerance on the opposite side. It portrays the first president as a boastful freethinker likely to prioritize philosophy over governance and freedom of belief.
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Portugal
Portugese
Cedar Rapids Surges To 32000 Population Milestone
Cedar Rapids posted a 26 percent population gain over the last decade and now ranks in the 32,000 population class.
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Cedar Rapids
One Cent Postage Hinted By Hitchcock
The secretary hints that a one cent postage would push many post offices from the second to the third class, affecting their status and funding.
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Hitchcock
Oxford Junction Dry Yet Busy On Map
Oxford Junction remains dry but active as inquiries show steady business daily. Banks run long hours and firms keep busy through the season, with plans to repurpose former saloon buildings boosting local institutions and commerce.
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Oxford Junction
Oxford Mirror
Help for Democrats from Jones County Times
A Jones County Times editorial argues Democrats should acknowledge progressive Republicans for support and promises to share patronage if victory comes in 1912. It urges continued counsel and cooperation between factions for a successful Democratic administration.
Meat for the Democrats in Sioux City Journal
A Republican candidate seen as superior to his party is labeled the meat for the Democrats this year. The minority party proposes independent voting as the country’s hope, reflecting strategic positioning in the election discourse.
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Sioux City Journal
Hopkinton Leader Praises Milwaukee Depot Prospects
The Hopkinton Leader notes Milwaukee's last month business at the station exceeded $5,000, calling it strong patronage that places Hopkinton among top towns on the division. It argues monthly receipts of this size justify better facilities and service from the Milwaukee company.
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Hopkinton Leader
Milwaukee
Hopkinton
Milwaukee Company
Indian Summer Debate Colors Sioux Falls Skies
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader notes that the seasonal weather craze known as Indian summer remains unchanged by popular opinion or naming. The column emphasizes lasting weather patterns over labels as residents contemplate the warm spell.
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Sioux Falls
Sarcastic warning on life insurance raises eyebrows
Erie Daily Times mocks wise men who skip life insurance advising instead to buy unneeded gifts for a widow. The piece twists thrift and generosity into a cautionary tale about preparedness and family support after death.
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Erie Daily Times
Mr. Nitt
Corliss Engine Arrives for Anamosa Light and Power Plant
The new Corliss engine weighing over fifty tons and delivering 750 horsepower arrived at the Anamosa Eureka plant yesterday. It expands water and engine capacity to ensure reliable light and power supply and may even operate a car line.
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Anamosa Eureka
Electric Light Company
Local Ballot Tickets List Voters’ Choices for State and County
The notice outlines Republican state officers and congressional tickets with Governor B. F. Carroll and Lt. Governor George W. Clarke among listed names. It also includes judicial, legislative, and county offices with names for auditor treasurer clerk sheriff recorder county attorney superintendent and coroner and two supervisors. The document serves as a full slate for upcoming elections.
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B. F. Carroll
George W. Clarke
W. C. Hayward
John L. Bleakly
W. W. Morrow
George Uosson
Public Instruction
A. M. Deyoe
Supreme Court
B. W. Garrett
Wendell W. Cornwall
R. R
David J. Palmer
R. RR
Clifford Thorne
Lajoie Wins Car for Highest Batting Average
Larry Lajoie of the Cleveland team captured the automobile for leading batting average. He surpassed Cobb after eight safe hits in eight at bats at St. Louis on Sunday, finishing the year with the top average.
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Larry Lajoie
Lajoie
Cobb
St. Louis
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Anamosa
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Ryan
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Linn County
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Anamosa Sanitarium
Dubuque South Western Ry
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Davenport
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Meredith Automobile Company
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Filmore
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Richmond
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The
Jones Co. Times
Dem
Royal Baking Powder
Royal Cook Book
William St. New York
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W. H. Treichler
J. A. White
Louis Gardner
W. K. Pearson
H. G. A. Harper
J. O. Griffith
W. G. Brock
R. M. Corbit
Harriet
Monticello State Bank
Rasourors
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Lovell State Bank
Geo. L. Lovell
R. C. Stirton
Home Savings Bank
Cross Hardware CO
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Eclipse Lumber Co
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