Roosevelt and Barnes clash in Syracuse libel case
In the Syracuse libel suit, Colonel Roosevelt and his exfriend Barnes give conflicting testimony. The Pella Chronicle questions the Catholic Tribune’s description of Lusitania victims as “several dozen Americans” and urges reader rebuke of un-American sentiment. The piece ties to wartime rhetoric and public opinion.
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Colonel Roosevelt
Barnes
Syracuse
Mr. Barnes
Tribune
Dubuque
England
Lusitania
Irish Sea
the Tribune
Catholic Tribune
Memorial Day Reflections Honor Sacrifices and Veterans
An editorial urges solemn Memorial Day observance to honor Civil War and modern conflicts, noting the fading ranks of Grand Army veterans and the need for veterans to direct ceremonies while newer groups prepare to assume duties. It emphasizes tribute with flowers, remembrance of costs, and lessons in patriotism.
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Grand Army
The hogs as crops’ partners in farm wealth
A rural observer notes the scarcity of grain elevators in town, explaining farmers profit by feeding corn into hog and cattle production. The hog, undemanding and efficient, embodies a key step in turning raw grain into valuable meat and fertilizer, illustrating practical farm wealth.
The Sin of Irregularity in Work and Study
This piece urges strict regularity and timeliness as essential habits for success. It argues that irregularity and laziness harm workers, students, and households, emphasizing the value of a system, planning, and orderly routines to prevent drudgery and promote productive outcomes.
Bids Sought for Rural School Buildings in Iowa Districts
Sealed bids are invited by Richland township school corporation Mahaska county Iowa for erection of a new school house in District No 9 and an addition to the District No 3 building. Plans and specs available at secretary W E Ashton Pella Iowa. Bids due June 20 1915. Buildings to be completed between July 1 and September 1 1915. The school board may reject any or all bids.
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W. E. Ashton
Richland Township
Mahaska County
Iowa
Pella
Oskaloosa Ad Promotes Sunday Dinners and Friday Fish
In Oskaloosa an advertisement urges visitors to stop at J. B. Doll restaurant for special Sunday dinners and notes fresh fish available at Warners Grocery every Friday.
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Oskaloosa
Warners Grocery
Roses Create Envy in California at Exposition
W G Haskell of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, recalls bringing Iowa roses for the dedicatory exercises at the Iowa Building, noting the flowers stayed fragrant for hours after shipping. He contrasts Iowa roses with locally sold violets and magnolias that lacked scent, arguing the Iowa rose proved fragrance travels.
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San Francisco
Cal
Iowa
Califfornians
W. G. Haskell
Cedar Rapids
Mr. Haskell
Council Bluffs
Pacific
Palo Alto
California
Yes by Heck It Is Real Corn at Iowa Exhibit
At the Iowa booth in the Agricultural Palace a healthy farmer shells corn and pockets kernels. Officials warn shelling by visitors threatens the display which shows about 4 000 bushels but only 400 produced. Guards stop two men carrying corn intended for pigeons in the Court of the Universe as signs read Ended Off.
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San Francisco
Cal
Iowa Booth
Agricultural Palace
Iowa Commission
Iowa
Universe
Fred Hethershaw
Mr. Hethershaw
Iowa Legislators A Little Thget At The Exposition
Wm F Ray of Allison Iowa praises the state’s building at the San Francisco exposition and urges more funding for real development. He notes Iowa’s strong year but laments legislatures reluctance to spend on growth and cites Canada’s half million dollar exhibit as a contrast. He argues for ambitious Iowa exhibits to attract visitors and showcase resources.
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San Francisco
Cal
Iowa
Wm. F. Ray
Allison
Ray
East Coast
West Coast
California
Canada
Polite Bill Gives Up Seat and Offer at Theater
A reader notes Bill is very polite. He always gives up his seat on trains or buses. The latest instance was at a theater where he stood to offer his seat to an Indy usher, demonstrating his courteous behavior.
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Bill
Jill
Indy
Yonkers Statesman
Howa in Red Corn Makes Hit at Big 8
Ames Iowa visitors at the Pan American Exposition learned the Iowa booth now features a prominent Iowa sign over a huge pile of yellow corn. A farmer suggested placing a six foot high Iowa sign across the display to draw attention to Iowa red corn. The commission approved the idea, enhancing the exhibit.
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Howa
Ames
San Francisco
Iowa
Fred Hethershaw
Mr. Hethershaw
True Merriment Distinguishes From False Reflection
A reflective note on merriment explaining that genuine joy endures after time. True merriment remains pleasurable when recalled later, unlike insincere amusement. The observation emphasizes evaluating mirth by its lasting resonance beyond the moment.
Iowa Daily Bread Sign Steals Spotlight at World’s Fair
At the San Francisco world’s fair the Iowa agricultural exhibit in the Palace of Agriculture draws heavy attention for a sign declaring IOWA is the answer to Give us this day our daily bread. W. W. Marsh, Iowa commission chairman, originated the thought. Visitors often copy the sign noting Iowa supplies the real necessities of the country.
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San Francisco
Cal
Iowa
Palace of Agriculture
W. W. Marsh
Iowa Commission
Senator Jim Smith of Osage Visits Iowa Exposition
San Francisco observer Senator J A Smith of Osage tours the Iowa Building at the exposition grounds. He sits for a nap but joins luncheon hosted by W W Marsh, Iowa expositions official. Conversation revolves around Iowa made butter corn syrup cream and dairy, ending with the senator not smoking.
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San Francisco
Cal
J. A. Smith
Osage
Iowa
Exposition Grounds
W. W. Marsh
Commission
Mrs. Smith
Mr. Marsh
The moth and the fame in light attraction
A naturalist explains moths and many insects move toward strong light as a plant seeks illumination. Weak light draws slow movement, but concentrated flame causes rapid insect motion toward death, illustrating intensity of light guiding behavior.
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A. Young
Marion County
Germany
Russia
Baltorne A
Sloven
Greater Iowa
Jim Smith
Senator Smith
Stubenrauch Drug Store
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