Freight rates sparks Western governors meeting in Des Moines
Des Moines Iowa October 19 — unanimous agreement by governors and state reps from seven midwestern states to push congress for freight rate reductions and state control. Eyed Esch Cummins Act for debate. Debate split on methods with wage cuts pressed by Nebraskans and Kansas urging rate cuts despite potential revenue loss. Gov Kendall presided. attendees included McKelvie McMaster Reed Browne Knutson Webster.
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Congress
Kendal
R. McKelvie
Nebraska
W. M. McMaster
South Dakota
Cldye M. Reed
Public Utility Commission of
Kansas
R. G. Knutson
Industrial Commission of Wisconsin
Thorne A. Browne
Railroad Commission ‘of Nebraska
Charles Webster
Iowa Railroad Commission
Railroad Commission of Nebraska
W. M. Smith
Public Utility Commission of Nebraska
Clyde M. Reed
Public Utility Commission of Kansas
Western Railroads
College Notes Recital Names Pupils From Mr Sadler Studio
At the recital in Mr Sadler's Studio, Thursday afternoon, the following pupils played: Toom Elizabeth link Lois Grandin Bertha Piette Nellie Kats Ardean Van Arendon dk Nichola Goaselink.
Special Fate and Nose Spe cialists in a Quip
Ethel muses on fate and choosing specialists for troubles. Old Lady Gunbusta adds humor about taking her nephew Jimmie to a regular tonsorial artist after tonsil surgery. The exchange reads as playful dialogue with quirky wordplay and social banter.
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Ethel
Gunbusta
Jimmie
Gooseberry patch pest control with hens and fruit
A gooseberry fruit worm can injure berries though not a common pest. Hand picking remains the main control, and after harvest poultry should be turned into the patch to clear worms under the trash. Poultry and fruit can work well together when managed properly.
Live Stock Fly Repellent Mixture Directions
A historical notice describes a short term fly repellent for live stock. Use one gallon of fish oil two ounces oil of pine tar two ounces oil of pennyroyal and one half pint kerosene mixed lightly to avoid hair shedding. Horses and milk cows may benefit from preparation.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Raising Fowls on Insects in Grasshopper Areas
Turkeys and guinea fowl are voracious insect eaters. The piece suggests farmers in grasshopper infested western areas should acquire these birds by buy, rent, or import to control bugs instead of using poisons. The note adds a brief Beauty Hint on sleep.
Boy Scout Chronicle of an Overnight Camp Hike
A Chicago Scout News account recalls a boys overnight hike to Pauls Camp. The group travels, collects wood and water, cooks supper, then nightly jokes delay sleep. Morning wig-wagging, games, and a Capture the Flag match end with a trip home tired but happy and a call to recruit 12 year olds of good character.
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Paul
Kewpie
Dykie
Art Steenhoek
Billie Boot
The Cheerful Fellow and the Joyful Life Philosophy
An editorial vignette admires those who accept life as it is and still find contentment despite weather and nuisances. It lauds people who smile through hardship, adapting with resilience and humor to cold snaps, heat, and daily annoyances.
Local Obituaries and Labor Commentary Summary
Obituaries note deaths of B Jansen aged 89 near Pella and Leighton with funeral at Leighton. Bastian De Bruyn dies of tuberculosis aged 59 near Washington Street, found by daughter. Gerrit Brouwer dies at 52 on Washington Street with funeral at Third Reformed church. Luke Van Maren funeral held after rail crossing death. notices include thanks from Mrs L Van Maren family. Editorial argues unions are class-driven, urges broader worker rights through anti monopoly actions, criticizes strike as class warfare with limited public benefit.
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B. Jansen
Everet
Pella
Leigh-ton
Albert van Engelhoven
Leighton
Bastian de Bruyn
Huber Street
de Bruyn
Joe de Hoog
de Hoos
James van Vark
Oakwood Cemetery
Brouwer
Gerrit Brouwer
Long Washington Street
Third Reformed Church
Luke van Maren
First Reformed Church
California
Railroad Strike Threatens Land Railroads in Turmoil
The article notes labor unrest as railroad workers warn a strike may disrupt lines. Workers argue railroads have not reduced charges after wage cuts, while public sympathy leans toward the unions. Agriculturists, hit by reconstruction costs, urge lower transportation charges as economists assess broader impact.
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Rall
Resurrection Flower in Egypt Inspires Strange Plant
The Resurrection Flower a plant variant described as having a small ball on a unique stem that resembles a poppy head. It rests asleep until immersed in water then stands upright as its fibers stir, gradually forming a stunning flower like an aster.
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Egypt
Brouxlyn Wagle
Two Kinds of Right Action Declared In Thought
Quote attributed to Herbert Spencer on ethics and action. No events, dates, or organizations provided.
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Herbert Spencer
Tanlac Restores Akron Man After Long Ill Health
George B. Lowe of Akron Ohio reports losing twelve months to illness before taking Tanlac at Ideal Pharmacy. He credits the medicine with restoring his health and gaining 19 pounds, claiming it made him well and productive again and prompting him to tell friends in other cities.
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Taniac
George B. Lowe
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co
McGowan St
Akron
Ohio
Tanlac
Pella
Ideal Pharmacy
Water Consumption in Towns Varies Wide
An average American town uses between 50 and 150 gallons of water per person daily. The estimate reflects typical household and public usage patterns across communities.
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LF. van Zelm
Tam Newspaper Union
George
Mrs. Thunder
Brown
College Glee Club
Dr. Brown
Hoffman
G. G. Gaass
H. P. Scholte
Reformed Ladies Quartette
Wm. Duiker
Oskaloosa
Asddies
Sadler
Sunnyside
Graceland College
Lamont
Carl Byers
First Church
Glee Club
Chapel
Nicholas Gosselink
College
BOY Scout Chronicle
Tias
Chicago
Scout ‘News
Jansen
van Maren
Kellogg's
Alee
Neigaretts
He Marrone Eco
Kelloggs
Universal
Kellogg’s
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