Enforcing the Law Triggers Public Debate in Iowa City
The Journal notes that officials face criticism for enforcing unpopular laws. It surveys political reactions, noting attorney general Havner’s stance, possible legal reforms, and a Dubuque case that may influence public sentiment. Also included are horticulture tips urging late planting and garden care advice to readers.
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Cashel
Havner ix
Maynor
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Auon- Lion
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Rome
iHavner
Dubuque
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The War Time Courtship and a Hero’s Return
Vera and Gilbert's affair tests loyalties amid wartime strain as Vera learns Gilbert is in the trenches with Elaine’s injured brother, while letters and a mother’s appeal reveal the heroism of George Lewis and the future of their tangled loves. Vera confronts loss, duty, and the courage of a man she once called coward.
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John Fikios
Vor Barth
Ethan
Herolam
Sherman
Moolahalia
Vera
Giller
Fred
Maen
Lewis
Tania
Vari
Nik
England
Gilbert Lawlk
Franca
Fia
Calfornia
America
Ito
Holt
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Heru
Pal
Mra
Gilbert
Vara
Nana Tintamittnr
von Gilbord
Koohar
Waa
France
George Warried
Dean Ton
Beackuve
Anathor
Agiain
Thaughin
Peldaner
Jean
Gilbert Janis Bald
Seven Complete Work at School at St Mathias Catholic
Seven students will graduate this spring from St Mathias Catholic School Edith Byrne Mabel Gronin Mary Eppot Catherine OBrien Mirla Motto Cyril Meyers and Janels Byrne. Commencement exercises will be held at the church on Thursday evening June 7 with tentative plans for a program related to the graduation event per the school superior.
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St. Mathias Catholic
Edith Byrne
Mabel Gronin
Mary Eppot
Catherin O'Brien
Mirla Motto
Cyril Meyers
Janels Byrne
Lung
Efforta
Siator
Treatment of Battersmen Teeth Offers Free Dental Aid
Avon Port May 2h report says Davenport dental society plans a plan to provide free dental care for Davenport residents unable to pay. No formal action yet. expects each dentist to volunteer a few hours weekly to prepare batterymen for service at the front, some may be rejected due to tooth conditions.
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Avon Port
Tow
Davonport
Samiro
Tt IA
Hungarian Town Razed by Flames Near Budapest
A Budapest dispatch reports the Hungarian town of Gyoenyors destroyed by fire. about 1,000 homes burned, 240 still standing, several thousand left homeless, and seven deaths. Gyeongoesty lies 44 miles from Budapest with a 1900 population of 46,043.
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Amsterdam
Lonedon
Budapest
Gyoenyors
Gyeongoesty
Budsapest
Pineapple Pepsin Compound Claims Stomach Relief
An advertisement asserts Pineapple Pepsin Compound blends pineapple juice and pepsin with other ingredients to neutralize and digest food, relieving stomach trouble. It claims exact proportions balance acidity and strain, and promises permanent relief without a patent medicine. Names listed include A. We Morgan and Tenderson Drug Co.
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NATO
A. We Morgan
Tendereon Drug Co
Neaner
Druk Co
A. G. Bestanlepner
Wm. C. A. Bukeh
Social Gatherings Planned By K Klks For Next Month
Members of the Hiks arrange an entertainment for women on Thursday evening at the club rooms on Maret Prout street with a dancing party planned for Tuesday June 6 from midnight to 1 0'clock and a special program of mutuals. Maple refreshments will cap the conclusion. A manual Flag Day exercise is set for Wednesday evening June 14, directed by W. W. Richards, and the Women’s event on Sunday June 7 is noted.
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K Klks
Hiks
Mitch
Maret Prout
Une
Noel
W. W. Richards
Twenty-Sixth Birthday Anniversary Observed at Home
A birthday gathering honoring Mr. Twath wave A targa on his twenty sixth birthday was held last evening at 10 Bagt Yiehth Street hosted by Harry Hathiway. Friends attended a program of music and a birthday dance followed by refreshments. The honoree received many pretty gifts.
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Harry Hathiway
Bagt Yiehth Street
Deysen Wisecar Wedding Performs in Muscatine
Misty Edith Leyson daughter of Mr and Mrs John Leyson of 412 West Mighthatront married Henry G Whrocar of Malfield Iowa on May 1 at St Jospi Church Chletro Nh. They will reside at 1624 Jackson Boulevard Chicago. A reception at Weed Park followed with about one hundred guests from Minkeye button factory. The couple enjoyed a formal dinner and dancing with outdoor games.
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Deysen-Wisecaiver
Muscatine
Misty Edith Leyson
John Loeyson
West Mighthatront
Henry G. Whrocarver
Malfield
Iowa
St. Josopi'a
Chletro
Mon- Way
Macher
Attlelading
Str
Weed Park
Divorces Sought In Petitions Here
Divorce petitions flood the peak district court with four new suits in two days. Willan E. Strong sues Ado L. Strong over desertion and infidelity, while Ralph E. B. trains sues Corn Hum Hanley and Hanley, with attorney noted in both cases. Guardian D. Jackson seeks authority to sell real estate tied to Franke Adama’s estate.
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Peak District Court
Willan EE. Strong
Ado L. Strong
Ralph EB
Corn Hum
Hanley
Strong
Tila
Emoltion
Inttar
Long Fire Battle Douses Sawdust Blaze at Busy Corner
Two firefighters from Station No. fought a nearly two hour blaze beneath a sawdust pile at the corner of Busch and Mil Streets. They stretched hose to the scene while other crew remained at the station.
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Busch and
Mil Streets
New Iowa National Guard Units Ordered by War Department
The War Department authorized two complete regiments of field artillery in Iowa, totaling twelve batteries. Existing batteries include Davenport, Muscatine, Clinton, and Ottumwa, with more forming in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. Additional units for cavalry, signal corps, and a brigade of infantry are planned within the thirteenth division, though few infantry regiments have been raised so far.
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Musatine
War Department
Iowa
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Lwo
Davenport
Alunett Ting
Clinton
Des Moines
Cedar Tapida
Will
Cmen
Lof Holt
Isa
Pantood
Pelpon
Signal Corps
Separate vote on TAK item in war revenue bill
Washington May 20. Congress nears a split on separate votes for the income and debt tax provisions as leaders seek to remove the five percent advertising tax from the bill. Rep Mann opposes, warning immediate taxation could risk a war revenue shortage. Rep Kitchin presses to strike advertising from the tax. Fort Worth, Tex may 20 reports first Texan wheat harvest near.
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Donverntie
Kitchin
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Madden
Mifacle
Fhr
Republicaan of
Knoix
Uhg Ibi
Fort, Worth
Tex
Here
No Recruits for Battery After June
A damaged report states no recruits will be received for Battery after June 6, amid wartime pressure. It notes questions over whether the battery reached wartime strength of 130 while listing officers including Captain Otto and Lieutenant Nurvia. The piece mentions the June deadline for branch choice and limited vacancies, with many applicants expected before June 5.
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Otto We Mult
Nurvia
Brie Vatea Roy Quandt
Ralph Stenninger
Rior
Washington Moves To Price Food Bill In Senate
Washington May 21. Administration aims to stimulate food production through a food bill, while the Senate weighs a second administration measure on controll ing food and necessities. Senator Gore proposes curbing enforcement to block prohibition moves, with Lever’s measure tied to permitting presidential regulation of grain speed for intoxicants. J L Kelly and Louis Garth visited here yesterday.
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D. C
Honghe
Ja Henry
House
Representative Lever
South Carolina
Senate
Gore
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