Rural credit study highlights European systems for farmers
A report from the rural credits commission, presented in Denver, outlines European farming credit models. It notes cooperative organizations, short term personal credit, and long term mortgage systems that could aid American farmers, with emphasis on organized farmer liability and better loan terms.
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Commission
Juropd
Certsic
Iietcher
Wilson
Commission Nd
Fletcher
Rural credit and cooperative farming in Europe
Leaders of a European rural movement argue credit should be linked to cooperative farming and community use in rural districts. They stress clarifying government roles and voluntary bodies to promote development of the country through shared farming and credit initiatives.
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Europe
Constitutional Contention Touches Local Law Fine Details
A Sioux City Journal item questions whether a recent armor plate contract saving of 187 per ton signals government plans to manufacture armor plates, while editorials discuss constitutional issues in liquor law and a capitol extension. Regional papers cite debates on marriage laws and social policies.
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Sioux City Journal
Ftnally
Political hopefuls in Illinois and nearby states eye election shifts
Nation's Capital reports former congressmen and party leaders shaping forthcoming contests. Uncle Joe Cannon leads the Illinois Republican slate with others like McKinley and Ridenberg. Maine, West Virginia, and New York races promise cross party activity as Bryan and Progressive forces mobilize. Civil service exams announced for fish culturists with posts at national stations. Joe Chapple nets local speaking engagement in Davenport.
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Prince
Fuller
Foxe
Wilson
Uncle Joe
Congress
Saturday Evening Post
Congressional Record
Mano
Jos
Cannon
Illnois
Mann
Frank
Washington
Maine
Forest Goodwin
Menno
Bryan
Clark
Underwood
Palmer
Pennsylvania
Covington
Maryland
Rainey
TiIneis
Murray
Massachusetts
Cullop
Indiana
Doremus
Michigan
Moore
Garfield
Baveridge
Murdock
Chandler
New York
Kelly
West Virginia
Davis
United States
Francis Burton Harrison
Philippines
Harrison
Roosevelt
Sesssinn
Progressive Party
Tey
Reminiscences Through Five Decades and Local Snippets
A compact look back at muscatine memories from fifty to thirty years ago. Notes cover Dr James Weed era creatures in local orchards, A Kimball receiving a letter from J Pred Kimball at McGregor claiming safety, Adam Stirrod’s Wyoming trip and fatal injuries, and a serious accident harming Mrs Robertson with a broken arm and long term health effects.
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James Weed
Censon
A. Kimball
Dag
J. Pred Kimball
McGregor
Quantrol
Water tower damaged by lightning at local lumber yard
Ten years ago the Soudy Muscatine Lumber water tower, a wooden structure about seventy five feet tall on Ave B, was struck by lightning and sustained considerable damage. Lilly of Euat Fourth street hosted Mia J Peck and her daughter Gertrude from Chicago for a pleasant visit. the Muscatine pair formerly lived here.
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Muscatine Lumber Company
Ave. B. Lilly
Euat Fourth Street
Mia
J. M. Peck
Mias Gertrude
Chicago
Muscatine
Red Automobile and a Private Shore Road Encounter
Sue Varian meets Bob Morrison beside a disordered red car on a private shore road near The Maples estate. A rope across the road, a near accident, and shared memories spark a developing tension as Bob hints at staying in Greyrocks while Sue recalls past ties and future paths. The scene blends romance with local estate lore and a hint of conflict over property and propriety.
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Forrester
Sue Varian
Sue
Gerestt
Vartan
Hartley Vartan
Junio Hrke
Miss Vartan
Tnesign
Saven
Glenmore
Notable Homecoming Scene From A Country Tale
A man recalls a past farewell at the old stone wall after leaving for school. He secretly takes a curl of hair as a keepsake, then grins at his thoughtful plan as Sue and neighbors remark on trespassing and welcome him home at The Maples.
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Bob
Sue
Sara
Sno
Growing Hollyhocks And Hardy Flower Varieties For Next Season
Garden notes stress hollyhocks as hardy favorites, tips to combat rust with Bordeaux spray, burn rusted leaves, and reseed now in cold frames or seed beds. New plants should be set after two years to avoid rot, with fall transplanting recommended for sturdy growth and long summer blooms.
Dutch Independence Centenary Observed
Amsterdam notes the centennial since Holland’s independence from France in 1813, with thirty expositions nationwide. Amsterdam hosts three major shows on shipping, naval progress, and printing trades while navigation displays attract crowds. prominent US figures Anna Shaw and Carria Catt speak on women’s rights, drawing mixed reception. Bel Lockwood, aged 90, still practices law in Washington as visitors attend diverse exhibits boosting education and tourism.
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Frank W. Marin
Amsterdam
Holland
France
Anna Shaw
Carria Chapman Catt
United States
Bel Lockwood
Washington
National Capital
Dutch Taxes and Politics Aboard a Holland Visit
A traveler recalls Amsterdam ticket taxation and civic finances. The piece surveys Holland’s political parties, voter dynamics, and broad apathy, noting seven major parties and mixed religious alignment. It contrasts Dutch openness to American immigration with practical barriers to emigration and colonization.
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United States
England
Holland
Teaver
Amsterdam
Pome
Liberal Union Party
Free Liberal
Social Democrat Labor
Liberal Democratic
Anti Revolutionary
Roman Catholic
Christan W Historical
Bang of Christian Socialiate
Social Democratic
National Historical
Christian Democratic
Jenathan
Tolland
List of Deters and Unclaimed Letters at Muscatine Post
Unclaimed mail remaining at the Muscatine post office for one week ending August 26, 1914 includes names such as John Butcher, Geo Courtney, Karl Dievikovaki, Jack Dillon, Henry Hagerman, Teese Hardy, Pete Hager, Lang, and B. pr.
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Deters
Muscatina
Nena
John ‘Butcher
Geo.Courtney
Karl "Dievikovaki
Jack ‘Dillon
Henry Hagerman
Teese Hardy
Pete Hager
Bo. Lang
Pr B
Names on the Ladies List Advertised Notices
A fragmented roster lists numerous female names and titles such as Mrs and Miss, alongside an instruction that parties calling for the above letters will please any advertised item. The line references Ry S. McNutt and P. A. in a postal or notices context.
Cure for fifty years tetter by Dr Hobson Eczema Ointment
Mrs D L Kenney credits Dr Hobson Eczema Ointment with curing a tetter that troubled her for over fifty years. The ad claims the ointment provides a perfect cure and offers purchases through druggists or mail order from Pfieffer Chemical Co. and Havercamp's stores in St Louis and Philadelphia.
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Pfeiffer Chemical, CO
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Havercamp
Stora
Public Notice of Real Estate Dispute in Muscatine Iowa
In Muscatine County District Court Iowa John H B Gettert files suit against Niles Higinbotham Eliza R Higinbotham Samuel Breese Grahia J Breeze and unknown heirs and claimants over outlets 4 10 and 11 near Muncatine Section 4 Township 76 North Range 2 West alleging cloud on title from 1860 warranty deed error and seeking quiet title and removal of adverse claims with final judgment scheduled for September 9 1913. defendants urged to appear by noon of the next term or default will be entered.
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Niles Higinbotham
Diiza R. Higinbotham
Samuel Breese
Orphin J. Breese
Muscatine
Amacating County
Iowa
Towit
Outlet
Township Seventy-aix
the. m
Herebey Avenue
Eacd
Eixty
District Court
Muscatine County
John H. Gettert
Henry Strh
Ingpam
Pinintitt
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Lorepien & Woodane Gumbel Bull — Erree
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Pernon
Department
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Srablianer
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Denver
Joint Authority of Congress
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WINGS
Vinton Eagle
Hunter
Burlington
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Waterloo
Ovant
United States Civil Service Commission
Manchester
Joe Mitchel Chapple
Davenport
Connolly
the Muscatine Journal
Adam Stirrod
Bes
Drury's Landing
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Jones County
Varian
Mise Vorlan
Emile
Misa Varian
Suzanne
Susie Freshie
Agure
Bob Morrison
OI Berry
Grey‘rocks
Trespreaers
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Nhick
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Mensenger
Ecat
Mast
Stedelijk
Abe Martin
Carset
Musicaune County
John HB. Gettert
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