Tax levy critique for Anamosa court house bonds policy
The piece critiques a two mill levy to back 375000 in bonds for a new Anamosa courthouse. It warns of a twenty five year burden with four mill total levies including interest. It argues taxpayers would rather spend on personal needs and warns voters to avoid costly public building and high tax burdens. It also touches national politics toward Harding, Cox and Republican campaign vigor without overconfidence.
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The
Express
Anamosa
California
Schoon Vs. Johnson
Hoag
Hayward Vs. McGarvey
Hoffman Va. Gruber Armoured Tiro Co
Reed
Luck
Crowley
Hyland
Jiggers
Schoon
Hughes
LaBarge
Wakefield
de Vault
Scothorn
van Patten
Citizens Law
Bank Vs. Cordes
Michael Finn
Hoffman Vs. Gruber Armoured Tire ‘Co
Starry Et al
Julius
W. F. Menniken
H. W. Flenniken
Win
H. L. Schuetz
Marking the Ballot for Voting Women in Early Elections
The article explains how enfranchised women should mark ballots before polling day. It describes straight tickets with a circle at the party name and squares for individual candidates, warns that multiple circle marks invalidate the ballot, and advises using a cross (X) to designate preferences and ensure votes are counted for chosen candidates and tickets.
Dollar rises. costs to gradually drop, not soon
The dollar has gained 18 cents since last May, now buying 55 cents of 1914 household goods. Government statistics and Bradstreet reports support this. Retailers cannot slash prices to prewar levels immediately. stock bought at high prices must be moved first.
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Bradstreet
Governor Cox too temperamentally unfit for presidency
The critique argues Cox lacks presidential temperment and focuses on his handling of the league of nations. It notes his vacillation between Wilsonian support and independence, culminating in a Wichita speech shift that proved short lived as he reverted to Wilsonian policy.
Porter Challenged Over Cummins-Esch Rail Pay Guarantee
The Sioux City Journal rebukes Claude Porter the Democratic senatorial candidate for implying in Sioux City that Section 223 of the Cummins-Esch law guarantees 54 percent income to railroads. It clarifies that only the Interstate Commerce Commission can authorize such income and that the guarantee covered only the first six months. Afterward the act imposed no guarantee and railroads must earn a definite income.
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The
Sioux City Journal
Claude Porter
Sioux City
Interstate Commission
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States Treasury
Vote Republican Down the Ballot This Year
In this national questions debate, Republicans should remember minor offices and back state and county candidates who share the party principles. Our county ticket is capable and loyal, and voting Republican all along the line strengthens the national platform and good governance.
Manufacturers Guaranties and Price Decline Fear
A concise aphorism notes that price stability promises by manufacturers keep prices high, yet such guarantees provoke ongoing pressure to resist downward shifts and sustain profitability.
Barleycorn Dispute In Nineteenth Century Rivalry
Between Tom Taggart and Governor Cox, old John Barleycorn appears to have been double crossed in a historic political exchange.
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Tom Taggart
Governor Cox
John Barleycorn
Monticello Trusts Conservative Investors Over Oil Stock Danger
Mr Vernon Hawkeye laments oil stock schemes and praises Monticello for cautious investing. He notes local prosperity and high bank deposits due to prudent choices, while warning against risky promotions. Government bonds offering five and three quarters percent interest loom as Jones county debates a new courthouse bond.
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Salt Lake
United States
Vernon Hawkeye
Monticello
Cox lauds Bryan in Nebraska while Bryan scorns Cox in Lincoln
In Nebraska Candidate Cox praises William Jennings Bryan as a progressive influence, recalling Bryan's readership and his own past support. Bryan, in Lincoln on May 13, denounces Cox as unworthy of nomination, warning it would corrupt the Democratic party and defy government, and questions if Bryan’s critique aligns with Cox’s so called progressive ideas.
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Mr. Bryan
Voice
Democratic Party
Bryan
Cox
James M. Cox
Lincoln
White House
Law
Cox's Appeal to Prejudice Commentary
The Chicago Tribune argues Mr. Cox uses wealth to gain votes and appeals to prejudice. It questions the fairness of attacking successful men while noting Cox’s own wealth and insinuations about its source.
Mrs Carrie Catt Praises Ratification Record of Suffrage Amendment
The piece notes Carrie Chapman Catt’s claim that ratification records were not perfect yet highlights the voting figures. It states 28 Republican legislatures supported ratification, 1 opposed, while seven Democratic legislatures supported and seven opposed. It credits Republican cooperation to ratification.
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Harvey's Weekly
Carrie Chapman Catt
Connecticut
Wilson League Is Rejected By America Again
The nation has learned enough of the Wilson league to know it must be rejected. The world accepted the league under protest as impractical, and the next administration will likely propose a revision. The president’s appeal is sentimental and eloquent, but America needs practical leadership not in Wilson’s temperament.
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Harding
United States
Wilson
Cox
Blaine
New York
Kansas City
Mr. Wilson
Senator Johnson and Harding on the League of Nations
The St Paul Pioneer Press quotes Senator Hiram Johnson crying out that the league was scrapped by Harding. The piece argues the League failed to protect Poland and that its demise happened months earlier, with Harding merely confessing its defunct status.
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League of Nations
Hard
Manchester and Iowa cases highlight courtroom entries
The Bellevue Leader lists recent district court entries by Judge Dawley. Items include juvenile paralysis of Miss Grace Hockaday of Manchester, Wilbur Games's accidental electrocution, a four year old’s fatal burn, and multiple civil actions with verdicts, dismissals, and probate orders across Delaware County towns.
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Dawley
Grace
W. W. Hockaday
Manchester
Iowa City
Miss Hockaday
State University
Wilbur Games
Calamus
Iowa Electric Company
Ambrose Hird
Dubuque
Hird
Mercy Hospital
Iowa
Llinois University
Drake University
University of Iowa
Cornell College
Coe College
Monmouth
Iowa State College
Grinnell
Des Moines College
Creighton University
Mast St. Louis
Mt. Vernon
Central City
Monticello
Hugh Clemans
Methodist Church
Jesup
Delaware County
Colesburg
Delaware
Delhi
Dundee
Earlville
Greeley
Hopkinton
Masonville
Oneida
Ryan
Marriage of Lloyd Preston and Laura Reid near Onslow
Lloyd C. Preston of Wyoming and Miss Laura Pearl Reid of Onslow wed by Rev. C L Gould yesterday afternoon. They plan to live on a southeast Onslow farm. Card from Miss Helen L Shaw notes a Great War battlefield visit dated September 12 1920 referencing the St Mihiel victory.
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Lloyd C. Preston
Wyoming
Laura Pearl Reid
Onslow
C. L. Gould
Helen L. Shaw
St. Mihiel
Miss Shaw
Oliver London
Harry Fairbanks
Anamosa
James White
Win, McMurrin
Ernest Sampica
Stone City
Linn County
F. L. Webster
W. J. Mills
Consumers’ Mercantile Co
Mills
Ed. Lowe
Olin
Morely
Geo. W. Walker
Jones County
Walker
Secretary of State
Unclear: Wall Street device scare escalates unresolved
Fragmentary report notes more crews respond to hazardous device alerts on Wall Street scenes but authorities cannot punish suspects. Uncertain details and names are not provided.
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St. Paul
Planting Bulbs Now for Next Spring Blooms
Iowa State College horticulturalists advise planting tulips narcissus and crocus now. Prepare the ground thoroughly and plant bulbs deeply with roots free of manure until the soil freezes. After freezing, mulch with at least four inches of manure to protect bulbs.
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Iowa State College
Women of Jones county rally for Republican ballot marking
The Anamosa hosted meeting drew delegations from county towns as Mrs Eleanor Strawman chaired the event. Speakers included Mrs J A Beery Mrs K B Orr and Miss Bernice Ladd with music from Cedar Rapids and Anamosa groups. The gathering urged voter instruction and precinct ballot marking ahead of the election.
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Jones County
Anamosa
Opera House
Eleanor Strawman
J. A. Beery
Fifth District
K. 2. Orr
Bernice Ladd
Cedar Rapids
Port of
Olty
Mya
Wil- Huma
Muasic
Walton
Harding
Cox
Burlington Hawkeye Prefers Calm Voter Confidence
In the lead up to the election, Burlington Hawkeye notes a tranquil mood with no signs of panic or excitement. The paper asserts the public will handle the election in a sane, orderly manner, praising the American people for doing the right thing.
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Burlington
For Sale Jones County Farm 140 Acres near Town and School
140 acre improved Jones County farm to sell quickly. Level land with rich black soil, no sand or gravel. 100 acres cultivated, rest pasture with fair improvements. Price 260 per acre. Terms include $5,000 cash and balance at long time 5 percent. Contact M G Al sever at 1814 1st Avenue Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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Jones County
M. G. Alsever
1St Avenue
Cedar Rapida
Iowa
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Frank Collina
State
Fred Thrasher
Roy McPherrin
Lawrence Dutton
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Torres
Mexico
U. S
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Addie Potter
State Vs
Webster
Geo. C. Gorman
Frank Blizek
Admr
Hatate Elizabeth Young
Carrie Leggett
Geo. W. Davis Sr
J. W. Bye
Maloney
Case
John B. Murfield
W. B. Meek
John Armstrong
Earl McConaughy
Geo. W
Anamosa Eureka News
Cummins
Cummins-Wsch
HS Thsthd
L. G. Stubber
A. G Hanken
O. J. Rundi
O. E. Brainerd
West First Street
Roller
Salm
Poland
G. H. Gordes
Monticallo
Jersey
Wong & Paterson
Sald
Sycamore Street
Fannie McLees
Hampshire
Lovaen Broa
John Callahan
Scotch Grove
Mike Broan
the Express
Fred Gray
R. W. Brady
Bader
G. Bader
Farmers’ Creamery
Paul Peterson
Duroc Jersey
H. Schatz
Center Junction
B. A. Wright
Matthiessen Auto & Supply Po Tt
Monticello Motor Co
T. H. Dunn
Wayne Two
Jones Co
Cartano & Richardson
Minnesota
Attentall County
Hubert Schweitzer
C. B. Fothergill
Loti
Monticello State Bank
Lawn of
Jones
United
War Savings Cor, & Thrift Stampa
Fedoral Reserve Bank Banking House
Federal Reserve Bank
Revenue Stampa
Total
Nimo
Doportis
Daposita
State of
H. M. Carpenter
Wm. Stabler
H. 8. Richardson
Tts
M. Carphnter
Wm. Stahlin
Richardson
Cashiler
G. H. George
V. Ll. Hanagan
J. 10
Hicka
Jones County Trust and Savings Bank
A. M. Maurice D
Lovell
Hm, Remley
James Remley
Remley
Laws
Main Street
Ganara
A. P. Lambert
Ed. G. Brazelton
G. C. Brazelton
Ed and
Carl
Patrick Optometrist
West Main Street
Marshalltown
M. F. Hogan
F. A. Hefner
Stickford
Montigullo
Eclipse
Harry L Rodman
Mgr
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