Shaw, the Iowa Wit By James A. Edgerton
A humorous critique of Shaw as a presidential candidate, noting gossip about his qualifications and fit. The piece recalls Shaw’s political makeshifts, anecdotes about his temperament, and imagined rivalries, with jests at the treasury post and references to Cummins and Depew.
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Rae
Dick Tes
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The Best Woman in the Word Des Moines in
Mrs. Shaw crafts a witty reply about love letters found in a husband’s coat pocket while recounting the life of Leslie Mortier Shaw born in Vermont and rising from small town beginnings to governor and secretary of the treasury. He later led the Carnegie Trust, with a reputation for long hours, humor, and red tape cutting, aligned with Roosevelt policies as an organization politician.
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Russell Sage
Des Moines
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Iowa College of Law
Denison
Alice Crawshaw
Clinton County
Methodist Church
William J. Bryan
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Carnegie Trust
Treasury Department
Washington
Wel Street
Shere
Roosevelt
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United States
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New York
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Wall Street
Wali Sireet
Shaws
Fashion's Realms Lowering Waist Lines for Spring Gowns
A 1920s style note on how to fit spring gowns to a woman's figure. It outlines hip reduction methods using a rubber roller and massaging, emphasizes a very long waist line and straight front for the skin tight princess gown, and warns that high hips and certain figures make the gown unsuitable. It also adds gardening tips for Amy Varnum.
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Shaw as Political Star and Farmer Hero Amid Iowa Rumors
A long, disjointed account relays rumors about James Shaw and other figures seeking political gains. It references proposals for presidency, governorships, and bank reorganizations, with anecdotes about Shaw’s wit, public speeches, and public perception in Iowa and national politics.
Studying Abroad Costs for American Music Students
The article argues that many girls study abroad for cheaper education. It details round trips to Europe, tuition, living costs, and clothing, noting higher New York costs, and suggests American offers chances to cover education expenses through domestic earnings and scholarships. It contrasts limited earning opportunities in Europe due to language and customs.
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New York
Atlantic
Herberrd
Europe
America
Valentine Party Opening Ceremony Scheme
A charming home Valentine party idea outlines opening ceremonies for the evening. Guests bring old fashioned Valentines. cards are clipped by men blindfolded to pair with a lady. Numbers on tissue slips determine partners. A prize for best verse love poem written by a guest in ten to twenty lines.
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Valentine
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Ashions
Handkerchief Turnover And Woman Ideas
Embroiderers will sew marrow dams on worn handkerchiefs to create four pretty tur overs when four sides wear thin. The piece notes linen handkerchiefs wear more quickly. It contrasts men’s and women’s perceptions and asserts women vary in beauty and intelligence.
A Patriotic Luncheon Menu From a Washington Birthday Feast
The article describes a patriotic luncheon menu with colonial motifs for Washington's birthday. It details dishes such as molded egg yolk crackers, creamed Jobster crowned shapes, mint and celery garnish patterns, and a Washington hat centerpiece. Desserts include a layered custard, cream, almond flavors, and a fruit cake with chocolate cannons, finished with violets, a silk flag, and paper decorations.
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Beason
Coyk
Jobster
Gifts for travelers aboard ships and trains
The writer suggests practical, compact souvenirs for friends planning trips abroad. Useful items include collapsible clothes hangers, a pincushion to hang in a stateroom, and other small articles that travelers often find handy but overlook. These gifts stand out over flowers or trinkets.
The Nails Must Be Exquisitely Bent and Pink
The text prescribes women's fingernails as not to shine overly but to be exquisitely bent and pink. Extreme decoration or overly long nails are criticized as barberic and immodest, contrasting with a refined standard of tasteful care.
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China
Fragmentary note on candidate and family hints misread
A partial OCR fragment mentions a candidate and a mother tied to Yonih's Company. It lacks clear names, places, or dates, making concrete details unclear.
Drying the tatr in the sun and the bstr tale
The text describes a sun drying method with a Tay'on sun shaping the face as it tans. It mentions removing a crown from an old straw hat and slipping the helm on, letting hair fall naturally to shield the face and eyes while it dries.
Healing at the Pool A Lesson on Mercy and Faith
A sermon summary on John chapter five describes Jesus healing a thirty eight year invalid at the pool of Bethesda. It contrasts His mercy with Jewish reliance on outward deeds and Sabbath law, noting the healed man’s lack of knowledge of Jesus and the ensuing opposition from the authorities. The passage emphasizes faith in Jesus as the source of salvation and divine authority exercised by the Son.
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Hell
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