Prohibition stance shifts and schooling tax debate echoed
The column critiques Senator Cummins on prohibition and Roosevelt’s stance, questions Japan policy shifts, and weighs public funding for free textbooks. It defends free textbooks for all schools while opposing state aid to denominational institutions, arguing literacy gains justify public education funding. The piece critiques Catholic Tribune and argues for literacy through public schooling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Tribune
the Tribune
United States
Chronicle
City Should Use Funds to Clean Paved Streets
The mild week offered a perfect chance to wash and repair the city streets. The editorial argues funds exist to finance street cleaning and urges spending now rather than stockpiling a year end surplus, reflecting public preference for practical improvements.
Booster ally tours Des Moines urging liquor rights
Brother Stout from the Booster spoke in Des Moines last week while another unnamed speaker urged Governor Clarke to veto the multi law repeal, arguing the liquor trade should not be curtailed for a few temperate users. The exchange hints at partisan ties between advocacy groups and alcohol interests.
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Brother Stout
Des Moines
Clarke
Otis editor indicted for conspiracy in Mexican expedition
A son in law of General Otis and Los Angeles Times editor faces indictment for conspiracy in a fulibuster ing expedition into Mexico. Reportedly a ward offered was duty free shipment of goods. observed irony echoes Wanamaker incident last year.
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Harrison Gray Otis
Los Angeles Times
Mexico
Wanamaker
Iowa road bill clash risks Iowa road progress
The piece argues that annulling the two year old road building law would endanger Iowa’s road gains. It defends the highway commission against critics, notes more work done recently, and links saloon closures to job losses, citing Pella’s saloon repeal as a positive example of immediate benefit.
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Iowa
State Highway Commission
Highway Commission
Direct legislation initiative in Iowa urged to curb state power
The piece argues for the constitutional amendment two years old enabling initiative and referendum. It warns lawmakers resist popular will and urges citizens to speak up to avoid losing the measure and a long delay. The author draws a contrast with Illinois, claiming the initiative will safeguard self-government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Iowa
Mississippi
Ilinois
Saloon Politics and Temperance in Iowa Debate
The Knoxville Journal is criticized for endorsing repeal of the mulct law, with the writer arguing enforcement challenges reflect opponents' rhetoric, not truth. Saloons have long been in Iowa politics, and mere compromise cannot erase their influence or legal standing.
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Knoxville Journal
Iowa
Civil Service Examinations for Rural Carrier Positions
A government open competitive examination is announced for rural carrier vacancies in Marion County Iowa with exam sites in Knoxville and Pella. Eligible male US citizens aged 18 to 55 may apply using Form 1341. salaries range from 484 to 1200 dollars yearly, with transfers possible after one year of satisfactory service.
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United States Civil Service
United States
Naval Service
United States Civil Service Commission
Washington, D.C
Washington
None (fragmentary wartime statement)
Fragment discusses war, redress of grievances, and a call to state the case while awaiting world reparation. It argues only a deliberate, first-class power attack could justify war and urges restraint until a mental balance is restored.
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Congress
Public auction at Otley Cordova area touts farm stock
On Wednesday March 3 1915 a sale will be held at the John De Moss farm two miles southwest of Otley two miles east of Cordova and eight miles northwest of Pella. The auction lists seven head of horses including brood mares in foal mares and driving teams plus one bay filly and two ponies and a black team. Also to be sold are two cows a calf farm machinery wagons tools and farming gear eight dozen chickens about one ton of timothy hay and six hundred bushels of corn with household goods.
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John de Moss
Otley
Cordova
Pella
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Catarrh
A newspaper ad touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a universal remedy for catarrh, claiming it cures the constitutional disease by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer 100 dollars to any case it fails to cure and urge sending for testimonials. Available from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio, 75 cents. Also markets Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
F. J, Cheney &Co
Toledo
Hatchery listing: Hot Water Outdoor No 14 chicks
Advertisement notes 200 chicks priced at 11.85 and 200 indoor 82 chicks at 10.50. Details suggest a poultry sale or catalog entry with unit prices and quantities. Entities include Hot Water Outdoor No 14 and Chick counts 200. No further context provided.
Classified Civil Service Postings Mention Examinations
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate positions such as clerk cattle and railway mail clerk in the classified service. Mentions civil service rules and examination requirements, with John A. McIlhenny named as President.
Special Election Planned for Otley Incorporation
Marion County Iowa commissioners were appointed to hold a special election on March 15 1915 at Otley Savings Building to decide if Otley should be incorporated as a town. The notice describes the proposed territory and voting hours from 8 am to 6 pm with a Yes or No ballot.
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District Court
Marion County
Iowa
Otley
S. W
J. B. Vriezlaar
Herman Stiernemann
H. Kaldenberg, Jr
Herman van Zante
John Longdon
Common Sense on value and worth in everyday work
A humorous collection of contrasts highlights how art, capital, skill, business, labor, and perception turn ordinary items into value. It notes Longfellow could turn paper into poetry worth 65 000 dollars while others turn pennies into profit, urging readers to subscribe for 1 50.
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Longfellow
United States
Chicago
the Chronicle
Vander Linden Bazar Paint Finishes Offer
Local ad offers high gloss or dull finishes for paints and varnishes. It invites customers to choose preferred look and promises supply from Vander Linden Bazar.
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Vander Linden Bazar
Obedience as Freedom, A Father and Son Lesson
A father teaches that obedience builds trust and independence. A boy, Harry, follows instructions without excuses, earning his father’s perfect confidence. The message from Apples of Gold urges youths to begin by obeying to find happiness and true freedom.
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Gome
Harry
Birthday Echoes of Washington and Lincoln in February
The article reflects on Washington and Lincoln born in February and urges renewed patriotism among American-born youth. It contrasts historic reverence with modern emphasis on immigrant education, urging study of colonial history and the founders. It notes February holidays offer rare breaks in the school year and calls for valuing each holiday as a golden gift.
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Washington
Republic
George Washington
England
America
Abraham Lincoln
Royal Tailors Offer Big Reductions on Suits
The Royal Tailors advertise steep discounts on their line with savings from 3.00 to 10.00 on Royal Tailored suits. Highest class tailoring by M. Vander Linden.
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Royal Tailors
M. Vander Linden
Secretary Bryan supports eight youths in foreign missions
Secretary of State W J Bryan reportedly backs eight boys and girls in foreign mission fields and has maintained this support for years, continuing to do so.
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W. J. Bryan
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Sadler Bros. & CO
H. Sadler W. A. Young
Hadttor
Cummins
Metropolitan Magazine
Roosevelt
Kaiser Wilhelm
Woodrow Wilson
Congressman Hobson
Japan
China
Ratilleda
Europe
Civil Service Examinations Rural Carrier
Knoxville
Marion
Hamilton
Towa
VanZante
John A. McIlhenny
Rangoon Baptist College
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