Cousins Great Speech Sparks Washington Revival Crowd
The piece reviews Congressman Cousins as the town’s best orator after a standout speech in Washington. It highlights his earnest, vigorous delivery and impact on listeners at the Metropolitan M. E. church revival led by Gypsy Smith, amid society’s fashion and civic events in the capital. It also notes Washington bicycle show buzz and social scenes around the White House and federal offices.
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Washtxeton
M. E
Gypsy Smith
Moody
Congressman Cousins
Congress
Iowa
Commonwealth
Cramp’s
Philadelphia
Mary Lord Drake
Lowa
Drake
General Assembly
Allison
Gear
St. Louis
William B. Allison
United States
War of Rates Looms in Newton Poles and Wires Fight
City council repeals and amends ordinance on poles in streets and alleys. After debate, Meyer leads amendment striking section 3 shielding TH Co. from 90 day removal rule. Vote 4 to 1, Townsend dissent. Proceedings include sidewalk petitiones, a damages settlement, and adjournment. local obituaries and notices midsection hint at ongoing community affairs.
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Nuncimen Cook
Crawford
Kert
Meyer
Townsend
W. R. Manning
John Clausson
North Street
Carr
Yeas—Cook
Lambert
M Chankc Street
Walnut
Angle
Round-Up of Newton Area News and Appointments
Round up of local items: Rob McKins A Thoshocker takes over the Ving establishment, Miss Swisher departs after a brief stay gaining friends, Frank Slater named county agent with headquarters in Ni 10, Miss Clara Tilton and heirs visit Seaton, Baptism aids at M E church, Dr Bert A Miller opens Monroe dentistry, Mrs General Wilson hosts guests, Dr Palmer and family visit Grinnell, Rev Sumner T Martin in Chariton, Mrs Jno Parker visits Grinnell, Mrs George Avery reported unwell.
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Robt. McKins
Newt
Well
Brighton
Miss Swisher
W. A. Rutledge
See
The
Farmers Mutual Hair Insurance Assn
Frank Slater
Ni 10
Will Parish
Newton
Des Moines
Killduff
J. KR. Smith
Kellogg
Estaty
C. C
Jamer
Concordia
K Sas
Bert’a. Miller
Monroe
Clara Tilton
Stuart
Seaton
Henry Hattebuhr
Adamson
M. E
Fred Coon
Chas, Coon
General Wilson
Palmer
Mily
Grinnell
Sumner T. Martin
Chariton
Jno
Parker
George Avery
Many Happenings of Interest at Newton Socials
A string of Newton social events this winter concluded with a Bergman home gathering on East Main. Guests enjoyed mandolin music from the Washburn club, mingled amid photos of yesteryear, and a vote awarded Miss Anna Treman a bouquet. Later events featured J M Errett, Dell Burnett, and Mrs Wagley hosting large, lively evenings with ample suppers, games, and hospitality.
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Newton
Bergman
East Main
Gale
Washburn Mandolin Club
Anna Treman
Rge Boquet
J. HL. Errett
Dell Burnett
Russ
Host
Sis
The Miners Petition at Colfax for Aid
A damaged Colfax coal miners petition to Jasper County citizens asks for aid to miners' families. It explains the suspension by white miners over perceived wage cuts, noting a six week notice of summer price reductions and the company's further reductions fueling the dispute.
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Othe
Mi Wuirround
Nelsenham
D.M. Evans
Committee On
Colfax
Jasper County
Moly Week Exercises At St Johns Parish
The Holy Week observances at St John s Catholic parish included rosary sacramental text a lecture on Holy Week and stations of the cross with benediction and Easter rites. A funeral note reports the death of Lucille Vaughan after a week s illness from diphtheria at noon.
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St. John's Catholic
Haveskerke
Ap.m
Lucille Vaughan
Lucille Vaugh
No Guautauqua This Summer Causes Colfax Controversy
The board of trustees of the Iowa Chautauqua has decided not to hold a session this summer due to lack of funds and local Colfax issues that split the community, jeopardizing the event’s future. Officers note Sunday admittance reduced revenue. had Sundays charged, expenses would be met and a surplus possible. The ill fate of Colfax Chautauqua saddens local educators. spring millinery openings at Mrs. Thompsons drew crowds with flower souvenirs.
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Lowa Whautauqua
Colfax
Iowa
Chautauqua
Chautauqua Sur
Association
Colfax Chautauqua
Central
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