Kaiserism, Roosevelt Tour Hint at Political Realignments
The article contrasts the Kaiser’s revival of divine right talk with modern democratic norms, noting his subjects' response and the shift toward a servant-king concept. It also profiles Theodore Roosevelt’s unprecedented postterm tour and his potential 1912 presidential influence, while mentioning Cummins’ national primary proposal as impractical.
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James I
England
Robert Falmith
Adam
God
Noah
Tragic Death Over Cruel Social Conduct At Central City
A nineteen year old man, Clarence Gaines, died by his own hand last Monday after peers humiliated him with cruel taunts and sacred-thing taunting. The piece urges youths to learn consideration and grow wiser to prevent such tragedies.
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Central City
Clarence Gaines
St. Joseph’s College
John L. Byrne
Monticello
Henry H. Monternach
Joseph N. Schulte
Cascade
St. Thomas Seminary
St. Paul
Schoonover Trust Co
Anamosz
O. N. Miles
Emery Miles
Cedar County
Mills F. Miles
Olin
Buchanan County
J. J. Ross
Dairy Commissioner’s Office
Jesup
Politician Prepares for Fast Campaign Finish
A county office hopeful in a neighboring county says he has wrapped up campaigning and is now focused on personal matters. The piece likens the political scene to a utopian calm while warning that rivals may intrude on his "cornfield" before he acts.
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Jones
Democratic candidates refuse contributions amid governor race focus
Several Democratic state officer contenders decline campaign funds as the state committee concentrates on electing the governor candidate and certain congressmen. Supporters say they are right to resist if a scheme aims to 'throw them down.'
Ottumwa Demands Sheriff Head Over Prohibitory Duties
The article notes Ottumwa residents call for the sheriff to answer for enforcement of the prohibitory and mulct law as a new duty. It questions whether sheriffs are generally aware of these added responsibilities and the expectations placed upon them.
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Ottumwa
Iowa Insurgents Shift Support in Speaker Battle
The piece reports that most Iowa congressmen will not back Uncle Joe Cannon for Speaker and urge support for Walter I. Smith. It notes tensions with Cummins loyalists, Roosevelts popularity aiding insurgents, and Wisconsin Sen Lalollette hailed as a patriot. It also mentions the Dubuque Telegraph Herald opposing Harmon and Gaynor for age limits.
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Iowa
Uncle Joe Cannon
Grilk
Walter I. Smith
Wisconsin
Lalollette
The
Dubuque
Democrats Face Infighting in 1912 Candidate Race
The piece predicts intraparty strife as Democrats select their 1912 candidate with brewing clashes and sharp disagreements anticipated among leading factions.
Times Journal Opinion Calls for Election Remedy
The Dubuque Times Journal argues that insurgency arises from a top heavy majority and suggests that a congressional election could provide the remedy.
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The
Dubuque
Democracy the Beneficiary from Insurgent Gains
The Kansas City Times predicts insurgent gains in the next House, asserting Missouri will swing five Republicans to Democrats and noting insurgency strengthens the Democratic control against the Republican party. It argues insurgency must bolster regular party organization to affect public opinion and yield majority in the House.
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Sioux City
Kansas City
Missouri
Taft’s steady path amid party divisions and Roosevelt’s potential support
The Fort Dodge Messenger credits President Taft with a consistent, sincere bid to serve the nation. It notes factional strife within his party, predicts misrepresentation may fade, and suggests Theodore Roosevelt will back the administration when he deems it right.
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Taft
Theodore Roosevelt
The Fashion Changes in East Fashion Scene
The Dubuque Times Journal notes fashionables in the east are abandoning the automobile trend and returning to the fancy team. The shift may dampen the mood of a high roller who recently mortgaged his home to buy a car.
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Dubuque
United Mine Workers Struggle to Live Up to Name
The Chicago Record-Herald reports the United Mine Workers are finding it hard to live up to their label as champions of labor. The piece questions internal cohesion and public credibility amid ongoing disputes and criticism from peers and employers.
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Chicago Record-Herald
United Mine Workers
Cedar Rapids cancels carnival and local typhoid alerts rise
Neighborhood news notes Cedar Rapids dropping the year’s carnival amid water warnings. Davenport reports 50 typhoid cases, Dubuque opens Epworth News with Rev J R A Hanner, and many Iowa towns report illnesses, accidents, and deaths.
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Cedar Rapids
Dyersville
Davenport
Epworth News
J. R. A. Hanner
Dubuque
Fred C. Williamson
Hopkinton
Creat Falls
Montana
Idgewood
Charles Weiss
Anamosa
Harold Anderson
A. E. Anderson
Evelyn Marie Dose
Sadie B. Warner
Delaware County
Cedar County
E. B. Heymann
R. O. Hoyer
T. A. Spear
Greg Sechler
A.J. Kupka
Chelsea
F. J. Prusha
Frank Stanek
Cummins schemes for national primary or convention change
The article alleges Senator Cummins aims to push a nationwide presidential primary or, failing that, alter national convention representation to favor northern states over southern ones. It argues this move could threaten Taft’s southern base and signals Cummins’ bid to seize the 1912 nomination. It also notes the Jones County Fair opening with extensive exhibits and attractions, calling it the biggest county fair yet.
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Ile
Congress
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Taft
South
Aft
Eureka Announces Gardner Selected as State Auditors' Secretary
Anamosa Eureka notes Auditor Gardner was elected secretary of the State Auditors' association at Cedar Rapids. The paper commends his practical views on county office administration and predicts his influence on upcoming legislative questions including primary law changes.
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Eureka
Gardner
Jones County
Cedar Rapids
State Auditors’ Association
Roosevelt Speech Questions Farmers Trust And Anti-Trust Law
The report notes Col. Roosevelt speaking at Utica about how farmers should learn to combine like other industries while questioning the enforcement of the anti-trust law and whether a farmers’ trust could be a good trust and immune from restrictions.
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Springfield
Col. Roosevelt
Utica
Roosevelt urges appealing farm life to attract families
Col. Roosevelt says farm life should be made attractive to all family members and farm hands. He notes the vast crop and implies it will secure prosperity. The Denver Republican adds the nation spends about 20 million dollars yearly on baseball, valuing it for business relief.
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Denver
East Worries West Politics While West Cares For Crop
In a regional reflection the east frets over western political trends as the west focuses on a bountiful crop and ignores eastern opinions. The piece contrasts regional preoccupations and directions.
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St. Paul
Unqualifiedly False Claims Spark Newspaper Debate
The New York Evening Post accuses a subject of a tissue of falsehoods from start to finish. It asserts there is no basis of truth and questions the veracity of prior statements. The piece implies a return of the individual in question.
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New York Evening Post
Dubuque Remembered as Iowa's Largest City Once
The record notes Dubuque once held the status of Iowa’s largest city, a fact remembered by residents and historians alike.
Kansas insurgents ride roughshod over regular Republicans
A brief squabble noted last Tuesday when insurgent forces challenged regular Republicans in Kansas politics. The clash highlighted factional tensions and shifting party dynamics during the campaign period.
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Kansas
County Fair Opens Amid Baseball Fans And Vendors
The county fair draws large crowds with amphitheatre shows and numerous side attractions. Vendors, including A I Jackson station agent, bustle for Lincoln pennies as voters mingle with attendees and candidates. The fair scene contrasts old sociability with modern spectator culture.
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Poe
Smith
A. I. Jackson
Order of the Attractions at the Majestic Circuit
A vintage program announces acts including ERGOTST and LILIPOUTLIAN the big little attraction and the greatest living actors of their size. DOUGLAS and DOUGLAS are comedy stars. M LLE LA CRANDALL performs on the bounding wire with a dangerous act. THE LANDOW DUO and THE LINSLEYS headline novelty acrobatics. M LLE ERNA showcases the flying trapeze.
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Douglas & Douglas
Majestic
M’llue. la Crandall
the Linsleys
M’lle Erna
Anamosa Fair Vaudeville Dr attracts praise and games
The Anamosa fair pleased attendees with vaudville attractions and entertainment. Cascade defeated Anamosa 1 to 0 in a ball game. Thursday crowds were dampened by threatening morning weather, while Friday attendance exceeded the usual average and balanced receipts.
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Anamosa
Vauderville
Cascade
Anamona
The Colonel's Position Described as Armed Neutrality
Washington Times notes the colonel's stance as a poised middle ground in a tense dispute. The report frames this as vigilant neutrality, avoiding direct backing while signaling readiness to act if needed.
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Washington Times
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