Ex farm boasts and old harvest tales contrast
Iowa City editor Brant and Vinton's Murphy trade boasts of 70s harvest methods with stations binders and marsh harvester contrasts. The piece recalls boys on the farm, water boys, and early earnings at Cedar Rapids fairs, then shifts to Dewey and Manila Bay, and ends with a pessimistic forecast of corn frost and lower yields in Iowa.
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Brant
Iowa City
Murphy
Vinton
Cyrenus Cole
Cedar Rapids
Cole
Water Boy
Jackson County Supervisors Face Heavy Indebtedness
County officials warn of deficits from years of spending beyond tax receipts. Outstanding interest bearing warrants total 47288.02 dollars and bridge and voting machine bonds push total debt to 19228.02 dollars. Critics call it poor financing, not necessarily the current board’s fault.
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Jackson County Supervisors
Colonel Funk Moves to Des Moines Sparks Political Rumor
The Dubuque Daily Times Journal notes Colonel A. B. Funk has moved from Spirit Lake to Des Moines and questions a political boom in his behalf. It argues Des Moines politics are crowded with hungry politicians ready to block a newcomer seeking office or pension.
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A. B. Funk
Spirit Lake
Des Moines
Dubuque
Henry Vollmer Denounces National Administration in Chicago
Henry Vollmer speaks out against the national administration in Chicago, a move that marks him as a controversial Democratic politician. The rhetoric attracts applause but signals his decision to burn political bridges behind him.
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Henry Vollmer
Chicago
Henry
Supervisors Convention Resolutions At Des Moines
The Des Moines supervisors convention issued resolutions that offered only complaint and indignation. The lack of constructive proposals in the resolutions drew skepticism, as statements in print rarely satisfy all who supported their adoption.
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Des Moines
Committee of 100 backs Cummins bid in presidential push
A committee of 100 will be appointed by the chairman of the republican state central committee to promote Senator Cummins presidential aspirations. The piece notes that no clear boom exists yet and substantial effort is needed to generate enthusiasm for current nominees.
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Republican State Central Committee
Cummins
Cummins Movement Helps Drive Republicans to Defeat
The Cedar Rapids Republican links the Cummins movement to Republican unrest and downfall, arguing the party was pushed into the ditch as reform efforts backfired and the automobile symbolized a toppled effort.
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Cedar Rapids
Cummins
Candy Kid Palmer Emerges As Possible Democratic Governor Candidate
William B. Palmer of Sioux City, long noted as a potential governor hopeful in the Democratic primary, is identified as president of a candy company. A young, newest candidate, he may create a notable impact in the race.
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William B. Palmer
Sioux City
State Fair Admissions Fall Short Record by Frost
The state fair logged 26 0009 admissions fewer than last year as an early frost during the event kept many farmers home and away from the grounds.
Ambassador Dumba Forgets Aesop On Letter Writing
The remark playfully critiques Ambassador Dumba for seeming to ignore a timeless rule about letters. The line evokes the idea of not writing or burning correspondence. It reflects a humorous take on diplomatic etiquette and memory.
Rural mail service jobs tied to political payments questioned
Des Moines Register reports Jefferson resident O A Hammond condemns rural carrier changes as a political economy. He cites six carriers in Jefferson, salaries rising to 100 dollars monthly before sudden discharge and route cuts, with transfers to Kiron and Buck Grove amid a critique of civil service and appointments.
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Des Moines Register
O. A. Hammond
Jefferson
Thas
Onele Sam
Greens County
Kiron
Buck Grove
tWe
Sun Dance
Wyoming
Civil Service
Cedar County Bonds Questioned as Poor Financing
Vinton Hagle criticizes Cedar county for selling 60 000 dollars in bonds to fund a county home. He notes Cedar's valuation near 10.17 million with 4.31 million in money and credits and argues a 3 mill levy for two years could have funded the project without interest.
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Vinton Hagle
Cedar County
Iowa
Benton County
Gecelia Lohr
Theo, Lohr
Worthington
John R. Owen
Prairieburg
Grand Mound
DeWitt Observer
Bellevue Coping With Carnival, Local Notes In Week
A brisk neighborhood roundup reports Bellevue planning to soften a street carnival halfheartedly. Various small items show delays, accidents, deaths, and local civic steps from Anamosa to Waterloo including a fatal train incident near Wear Liberty and a divorce filing in Waterloo.
Seerley Skeptic on Future School Curricula in Cedar Falls
President Seerley returning from an educational convention in San Francisco criticized new course proposals and warned against overloading public schools with topics like peace thrift safety first eugenics social justice and political righteousness. He urged maintaining reading writing and arithmetic and emphasized sensible, limited curriculum to ensure core skills remain taught.
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Cedar Rapids
Seerley
Cedar Falls
San Francisco
Insurance rate shock hits Grinnell as laws fix prices
The Grinnell Register portrays a wave of premium increases blamed on a late legislature and a private rating bureau. Businesses from variety stores to dwellings report jumps as insurers must charge bureau rates or face fines. The piece notes the rating bureau is private, not state run, and that companies may still copy rates.
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Grinnell Register
General Assembly
Grinnell
Iowa
Law of
Silo corn filling tips from Iowa station for farmers
Iowa agricultural experiment station advises farmers on optimal silage. Cut corn when kernels dented and husks brown. Aim near maturity with moisture for fermentation. Use half to three quarter inch cuts for packing efficiency. Slow filling improves packing. fast filling reduces cost but requires settling. Ensure uniform packing and side height to center to prevent heat and mold. Add water if moisture is low or corn is overripe or frost damaged. Seal wooden or masonry silos to keep air out.
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Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station
Imagined Bryan and the Submarine Ceasefire Push
The reader wonders if Bryan's refusal to sign notes could halt the illegal submarine campaign and spark general peace talks. The text questions the prospect of Nobel prize recognition tied to such negotiations.
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Philadelphia
Imagne Bryan
A Tribute to Root in St. Paul Press Opinion
The New York World suggests that the sole path to a workable state constitution is to let Mr. Root draft it entirely. The remark stands as a notable nod from a Democratic paper to a conservative Republican ally.
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St. Paul Press
New York World
Root
Champ Clark’s Son-in-Law In Mystery Disappearance
A Topeka Capital inquiry recalls the fate of Champ Clark’s son-in-law amid ongoing questions about his sudden disappearance. No definitive public update reported in the article.
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Topeka
Champ Clark
Express contest closes Saturday night for prize autos
The Express ends its great circulation contest on Saturday at 8 pm with judges counting votes. Contestants are urged to submit complete reports, ensure envelopes bear names, and maximize votes with currency in envelopes. Top entrants include Helen Fairbanks and Mrs Lloyd Sexton with millions in votes listed.
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the Express
Tline
R. C. Stirton
Lowell State Bank
Richardson
Monticello State Bank
Bidwell
Express
Helen Fairbanks
Lloyd Sexton
Clarence Heyen
Guy McDonald
Mary Huls
Eecesses
Helen Hosford
Ben Otten
The Only Democratic Candidate
The Kentucky democratic state convention endorses President Wilson for a second term whether or not White House approval is present. The piece argues Wilson is the inevitable choice for the Democratic Party, while Republicans and Progressives face candidate decisions and minor parties seek symbolic honor.
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Chicago
White House
Kentucky
Wilson
Woodrow Wilson
Prohibition Majority Backing Urges Pro-Policy Statewide
The Des Moines Capital notes Boe pega amendment passed by 30 000 in 1892 and asserts at least 100 000 favor total prohibition now. It argues that in a prohibition state it is wise to elect officials aligned with the people’s will.
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Des Moines
Every man a reformer when freight train blocks street crossing
A long freight train stops traffic at a street crossing in Atchison drawing sharp commentary from residents. Onlookers remark the blockage prompts reform talk about rail operations. Local officials assess delays and safety measures as the scene unfolds.
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Atchison Globe
Eclipse Corner and Building Supplies Advertised
Local ad copy urges readers to stock coal and heat ahead of winter shortages. It promotes Eclipse Nut, Northwestern cement, Sunshine Windows, Conypro Roofing, Peerless fencing, and Iowa gates with prices and delivery ideas. The piece blends seasonal weather talk with promos for lumber, building materials, and home improvement.
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Iowa
Eclipse Lumber Company under FP Dutton Manager
Eclipse Lumber Company with FP Dutton as manager appears in the notice. The item notes the business role and leadership without additional details.
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THE
Eclipse Lumber Company Co
FP. Dutton
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