Mississippi river excursion boats face liquor ban critique
An editorial condemns unregulated liquor sales on Mississippi excursion steamers, citing lax enforcement and dangers to morality. It notes recent episodes in Muscatine and Clinton as proof of harmful conditions on board and calls for legal action to curb the practice, arguing it violates state law and endangers minors.
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Vaquer
Morwaere
Dil
Pers
Ciluton
Muscatine
Aluscatine
Galt
Amisf
Iowa
Debates on Excursion Boats and Trade War Across Seas
The text discusses the regulation of excursion steamboat operations in Davenport, contrasting licensed saloons with law enforcement. It shifts to global trade, noting Ecuador's vegetable ivory export from tagua nuts, its wartime tax impacts, and how such disruptions could raise demand for manufactured buttons.
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Jga
Davemore
Iosa Utila
Musentina
Republic of
Gensdor
Reusic
Peru
Ecuador
Ecuader
Pacific
Ecuasor
Colombian
Panama
Central American
September Mora Sparks Debate Over Offensive Caption
A September caption controversy emerges as readers question wording that some find offensive. Officials assure review while noting the caption reflects archival style and historical context from the era.
Senator Keyon backs tril bill amid concerns and praise
Webster City Freeman-Tribune reports Senator Keyon will support the tril bill if it proves a better measure than current law. The Underwood bill is praised for protection, with doubts about its timing and universal success. Davenport Times notes Cummins and other Republicans seek reforms but differ on timing and method. Dubuque Times Journal quotes a minister in Canton, Alabama, who declines prayer for drought relief.
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Webster City
Freeman-Tribone
Keyon
Reminiscences of Long Ago Clippings From Muscatine Journal
Fifty years ago William H Snyder learned his father Rev S S Snyder was murdered by Quantrill guerrillas while tending his cow near Lawrence. He was about 45, left a wife and child. Forty years ago Harvey Moris, a resident eight miles from town, drowned near Ta Crossa. his body unrecovered. Twenty years ago Keokuk Lake cottage party stayed with Bartletts and Hines. Sidney steamer trip paused by low water. Nine hours ago Wilton train service restored after General Manager orders. shippers cheer loss of line as business resumes.
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3. S. Snyder
Quantreel
Lawrence
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James
Harvey Moris
Iis, Cammly
Sweetland Center
Ta Crossa
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Lo Crosco
C. H. Bartlett
H. ‘If
Hine
Nustor Barry Hing
Possas Plon
Keokuk Lake
Wt. M. Stewart
Iowa City
Sidney
Quincy
EB. R. Beem
Goodnow
Hin
Wilton
Boom
Ibugingss
Muscatine
Four Tults Family Members Arrive from Musitego Territory
Thirty years ago a steamship Libtble Conger made its final voyage bringing four members of the Tults family from Musitego Territory to this port. Ex-congressman Tults and relatives settled locally, marking a notable migration moment in this coastal town.
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Lovers and Grammar Amid a Running Horse Rescue
Priscilla and Dan ride through a tension filled moment as a runaway carriage threatens a rocky ford. Dan deflects danger, hurls from his horse to shield Priscilla, while the terrified team charges downhill toward disaster, testing their vows and language amid peril.
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Pan
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Heroic Ride Aboard a Runaway Ranch Vehicle
Priscilla watches as Dan controls a frightened team of horses after a dangerous runaway on a ranch road. He calms the animals, helps the passengers, then drives the group home while Priscilla debates fear and gratitude, declaring him a hero. Their bond deepens amid peril and trust.
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Paul
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Dan
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Nim
Thalrelae
Ali Aneegh
Daily Hints on Farm Topics by Kirkpatrics in 1920s column
Practical notes urge farmers to count corn stands now to identify weak fields and improve future yields. Advice covers selecting seed corn after early September, hauling and drying ears, and avoiding pileups to preserve germination. Connecticut references, seed storage tips, and suggestions to report oat yields to the U.S. Department of Agriculture are included.
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State Agricultural Experiment Station
Malakot
Kharove
Farmers Picnic Proposed in September or October
Neighbors should unite to invite the Agricultural Advisor to their area to settle the matter. A county’s whips and many townsfolk favor a Farmers Picnic in September or October with a Gorn, Colt and Calf Show. Farmers should bring top corn, the best colt, and the finest calf for judging and talks by a state college expert.
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State College
York
Republicans Reform Comeback Plan Aims Educational Campaign
Washington column reports the Republican Congressional Campaign Committee restructured under Frank P. Woods to shift from direct funding to voter education. The plan emphasizes open accounting, no district favoritism, and targeted district work in Iowa and Illinois to aid Senator Cummins and overall party aims.
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Frank P. Woods
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Congress
Cath
Ims Committee
Winole
Iowa
Cummins
John R. Eversian
Ilinois
McKinley
Cnapon
Sterling
Senate
House of Representatives
House
Congressional Committee
Wilton Social Notes Reflect Weekend Visits and Durant Festival
Wilton Iowa Sept 1 Rural correspondence lists residents visiting Muscatine Davenport and Durant. Visitors include Miss Hulda Weicheueer, Rev Scott Smith, Miss Eva Port, Miss Betty Robkins, Miss Olga Porter, and many others attending the Farmers Festival in Durant. Families travel for weekends and manage schooling changes at Wilton high school.
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G. A. Gurira
Sarah Schoonover
Anamoga
Eaglish
Wilton High School
Scott Smith
Cedar Rapids
Baturdar
Presbyterian Church
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Lambar
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Robit
Durant
Betty Robkins
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Mise
Madge Porter
Towa City
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Apol
Fies
Corey
Robert Hickey
L. C. Stutler
Roy Kiley
Mra
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RB. Herr
Harry
Friend
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Muscatine
Conrad Wueke
Tdlllan
Josephine
Moylan
Emma McSwiggen
Pearl Lafthye
Clyde Port
Rock Feland
George Frymoyer
Arch and
Neal
Near Springéwie
Mary M. Whitmer
East Wilton
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