State education plan sparks debate on Iowa institutions
The state education board proposes consolidating the State University, State College of Agriculture Mechanic Arts, and State Teachers College, shifting engineering from Iowa City, moving domestic economics to Iowa City, and reducing Cedar Falls to liberal arts. Critics warn gains favor the university complex, hurting Ames and Cedar Falls. supporters see efficiency. The piece also questions Senator candidate Will Sheean’s stance on convict labor contracts and labor issues in the Jones County Democratic slate.
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Roosevelt’s Stolen Nomination Claim Draws Deneen Skepticism
Governor Deneen of Illinois disputes Theodore Roosevelt’s claim that the nomination at Chicago was stolen. He recalls Roosevelt’s past pressure on contests and says even if all thirty four contests favored Roosevelt, he would still be in the minority, stressing he would not bolt the party.
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Taft Brother Mention Sparks Unclear Debate
A fragment discusses Charlie Taft and a judgment of his character among siblings, sparking ambiguity about familial relations and public perception.
After Roosevelt Assault Minds Die to Crime Swift
The piece condemns the attempted assassination of Ex President Roosevelt, likening the attacker to unbalanced figures such as McKinley and Garfield. It urges swift punishment for assaults on leaders, notes sympathy for Roosevelt and his family, and calls for deterrence to protect others.
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Democratic senator visits town seeking funds for Wilson
J A Green of Stone City, a former state senator and known Democrat, arrived Tuesday to solicit contributions for the Wilson cause. The piece notes that Democratic campaigns cost about 400000 to finance prior to the Baltimore convention, with Wilson’s supporters raising 208193, including Cyrus H McCormick of International Harvester. It questions whether the money was returned to the Harvester Trust figure.
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Democracy’s Victory Looms Amid Bull Moose Split
The piece argues that a national victory for democracy could come now due to Bull Moose dissensions, suggesting prosperity can shield the country from hard times that follow Democratic policy attempts. It urges readiness for the political impact ahead.
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Leather tariff gripe clashes with free list promises
Democrats blame leather price hikes while noting hides on the free list. They argue when tariffs came off free traders pledged cheaper shoes, and contend the leather trust does not prove trusts are tariff based.
Republican ticket features Spon and controversy surrounds Niles
Center Junction resident William E. Spohn is praised as reliable by neighbors and Elwood speaker O R Cornish. Niles faces protest from district bull moose bosses over his ballot status while Good remains the preferred Republican. Miss Nettie Hazard seeks county superintendent with a life of teaching. Farmers seeking change are urged to vote Democratic. Horace Boies and Senator Cummins are noted in post election musings.
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Roosevelt vs Taft clash over Mexico war risk
An editorial argues Roosevelt would provoke war, saying he seeks disturbance for applause and would push U S forces into Mexico. It lauds Taft for pursuing peace and opposes expansion, calling a Taft vote a vote for peace and a Roosevelt vote an indirect revolution.
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Exoneration Talk Sparks Debate Over Ballot Secrecy
The Cedar Rapids Republican remarks on Tama Herald claims Congressman Good exonerates the voter and defends ballot secrecy. The Tama Herald questions what wrongdoing would require exoneration and notes no one disputes ballot secrecy or voting judgment.
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Two Respected Opinions in a Humorous Debate Column
A Hardin County Citizen column quotes the Sioux City Journal remarks on conservatives and the progressive label. The exchange highlights a satirical clash of views and the editor’s take on public discourse.
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Teddy Declares Savior Image Amid Political Fallout
Teddy proclaims himself savior of the people in a bold political stance, but critics warn his revival may stumble under mounting opposition and shaken support.
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La Follette Hope Dressed Down in Tribune Commentary
The New York Tribune profiles E.ven La Follette, noting his forlorn political hope received harsh treatment in the paper's coverage. The piece analyzes how the editorial stance affected his prospects and public reception.
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Col Roosevelt Shot at Milwaukee Event
The wounded colonel rests at Mercy Hospital in Chicago after a Milwaukee shooting. Doctors report the bullet fractured his fourth rib but did not reach the chest cavity. danger of infection expected to pass by tomorrow. Schrank, a New York saloon keeper, admits the act and is held by authorities.
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Ex Governor Boies Defends Taft Against Roosevelt
Ex governor Horace Boies writes a letter defending President Taft and denouncing Theodore Roosevelt as a threat to the Republican party and national unity. He questions Roosevelt's aim to form a new party and praises Taft as a cautious leader during a tense political moment.
The Haik an States Election Proposal Debate
A Pioneer Press excerpt argues that electing a president every four years would create lasting peace and reduce political excitement, suggesting voters would welcome calmer times.
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Dictionary found belonging to Lincoln family line
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat reports a discovered dictionary once owned by Abraham Lincoln's relatives. The word Bolter is noted as not present in the volume. The Baltimore American mentions Mr. Morgan arriving to a first class sport event.
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State Dairy Convention and Town News in Waterloo
Local notes cover the 36th annual State Dairy association convention in Waterloo this week. Reports include Iowa football scores, a fatality in Dubuque, and remarks on university engineering reforms. Other items cite court cases, hospital clinics, and public works concerns in Clinton, Jackson, and surrounding counties.
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