Des Moines Editorial Echoes Prohibition and Politics
A sprawling 1920s style column critiques bootleggers and political corruption, arguing prohibition fuels crime and power within government. It references Governor Hart, Russian rubles, and wartime markets, while lampooning political figures and public policy with satirical asides.
Singing for Music Week Brightens Home and Club
A narrator awakens with songs from the past as family and coworkers react. He explains the aim of celebrating Music Week, sharing a cheerful, music filled day from bed to lunch, despite gentle ribbing from his wife and friend at work.
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Wagner
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Doc Ostrom
Almost three years since the war began
A speaker recalls the return of sons from war, unites with families at the station, and marks the eve of the armistice. He reflects on the hope of peace, the losses endured, and faith that their sacrifices were not in vain as America looks toward a hopeful conference in Washington.
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America
Streetcar Muddle Faces City Council Pressure
Editor argues Mayor Caldwell and K. H. Themeon drive 6,000,000 monthly riders from the city utility to shield special interests and burden homeowners. He cites September fares and revenue losses, noting bond costs and annual installments totaling about 1.65 million dollars while urging relief for riders.
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the Star
Caldwell
K. H. Themeon
Prohibition’s Impact Reads Prominent Letter to Editor
A reader signed Globe Trotter argues wartime liquor use harmed soldiers and praises permanent prohibition. H B Sinton calls for feedback from wives and mothers about husbands who found stable homes after Prohibition, noting fewer social ills and restored family life.
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the Star
Globe Trotter
Letters object to Woman PTA President remarks
A reader criticizes a West Queen Anne grammar school PTA president for social and financial focus in her letter to The Star. The writer questions democratic values and asks Mrs Bakelby to spare readers with such snobbery.
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West Queen Anne Grammar School
Grammar School
America
Public outrage over street car fare abuses and jitney crackdown
RK J Wilson denounces alleged fare excesses of 766 754 20 per year and 6 093 874 in cash fares while praising Caldwell and Thomon for quashing 6 000 000 monthly passengers. He mocks the downtown merchants and urges a $10 street walking fine as city council actions, blaming big business and the jitney ban.
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Caldwell
Thomon
Hall of Fame
RK. J. Wilson
Debates on Hunting Ethics and Humaneness
A reader argues hunters are both cruel and humane debate, condemning slaughter for fun while stating hunting can follow a natural law. The letter critiques lack of consideration for animal suffering, links cruelty to anti civilization forces, and calls for education emphasizing empathy for others.
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the Star
Letter on civilization and consideration for others in society
Charles M. Farrer writes that schools and homes neglect civility and empathy, urging readers to oppose cruelty to animals and callous behavior. He laments the lack of concern for others and notes a growing, voices within a minority speaking out against selfish acts, insisting society must rise together.
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Times
Charles M. Farrer
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