Intense Interest in Iowa Gop Primary Nomination Fight
Col David J Palmer and James Wilson lead a crowded six man field for two railroad commissioner nominations as pundits debate turnout and factional splits. Wilson gains from nonalignment while Palmer’s path remains likely. Thorne falters amid progressive opposition and Garst disputes. Attorney general remains open as Guy Feely leads, with Cosson hindered by past votes. Contests elsewhere draw less attention.
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Des Moines
Iowa
B. F. Carroll
Warren Garst
B. I. Carroll
Garst
Thig
United States
David J. Palmer
Washington
James A. Wilson
Adair County
Ottoson
Clifford Thorne
B. J F. Carroll
Brookhart
Congress
Thorne
Col
Edward Sitz
Earl Ferguson
Palmer
Wilson
Guy Feely
Waterloo
Co. Cosson
Adam Pickett
Creston
Tom
Iowa Railroads Enjoined Over Proposed Rate Rise
The Iowa Railroad Commission has notified railroads of a Western Grocery Company petition against proposed inter state rate increases. If railroads proceed, the Attorney General will seek injunctions before the Interstate Commerce Commission to restore the old rates by June 1. Chairman Col. David J. Palmer stated the commission will protect Iowa interests.
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Des Moines
Ila
Iowa Railroad Commission
Western Grocery Company
Marshalltown
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Iowa Commission
Col
David J. Palmer
Cgeneral
Iowa R Way
Iowa
Iowa Commission of Restoration
National Commission
Peary Tents Arctic Camp Snow Proof Design
Commander Peary describes canvas tents for Arctic travel as snow proof with a pyramidal frame and sewn floor. The issue notes their construction, warm kitchen box setup, and routines like two meals daily, with travel possible for 24 hours without food.
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Peary
Arctic
Commander Peary
Hampton's
Palmer's Senate Bid Highlighted by Iowa Rail Board Record
Col. David J. Palmer of Washington Iowa seeks renomination in the Republican primary June 7 and is noted for long service on the Iowa Railroad Commission. The board reports 2884 complaints adjusted with many dismissed for lack of jurisdiction and 2307 resolved satisfactorily for complainants against railroads. Palmer helped secure reinsertion of a section in the Interstate Commerce bill protecting Iowa shippers from state-rate interference, and ordered action to block June 1 freight-rate hikes on intra-state business, aiming to keep Iowa rates lower than neighboring states.
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David J. Palmer
Washington
Iowa
Iowa Railroad Commission
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Iowa Commission
Railroad Commission
Making the Most of Things in a Race Tale
A Cleveland Plain Dealer anecdote recalls how a driver amid a county fair horse race ends up toppled, with a rival saying stay true to yourself. The scene turns into a lesson about making the most of one’s circumstances despite a crash and setback.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Courtship in Portugal Described by Leslie's Weekly
A Leslie's Weekly piece explains Portuguese courtship as a staged drama. A young man trails a girl to her door notes address and returns the next day. If the girl approves and elders consent, he gains entry to begin acquaintance and courtship follows familiar patterns.
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Cupid
Hin
Sud
Portugal
Kaukakee
Kalamazoo
Leslie
Not a Laughing Matter on a Sea Cliff Rescue
A stranded man, Mr. Rodger, clings to a diminishing ledge after being cut off by a relentless tide. An excited crowd watches from above as he searches for a safe path while a voice nearby warns him not to falter. The scene ends with the ledge fading into silence.
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Mr. Rodger
Rodger
Guvnor
Lundon
Please Forward Envelopes Stir Widow in Asbestos Note
A manager printed notices on asbestos envelopes and told the stenographer to mark them Please Forward. One widow received her late husband's address on an asbestos envelope with the same inscription, causing distress before the error was noticed.
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At Asbestus Mil
Lippincott's
Pretty ladies obstructing view at equestrian show
During an equestrian performance a number of ladies rising in the front obstructed seated spectators. After repeated requests to sit, one spectator proposed a solution. She spoke in measured tones, Will the pretty lady in front kindly sit down, and about fifty elderly women promptly took their seats.
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Lundon Tatler
China's Great Wall as a Feasible Task for Europe
London News notes that replicating the Great Wall of China would tax Europe’s resources and resolve far more than naval fleets. It cites the wall’s 2,550 miles, 25,000 towers, and 15,000 watchtowers, arguing only partial remains could become a formidable fortification with repairs.
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China
Europe
Rome
Hannibal
W. B. Geil
Chin
London News
Giants and Dwarfs In Seventeenth Century Vienna
In eighteenth century Austria the empress gathered all giants and dwarfs in Vienna. Giants feared dwarfs would terrify them. dwarfs teased the giants, causing guards to protect the tall to keep them unharmed. The dwarfs proved clever, with the smallest men having the biggest brains and longest tongues.
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Austria
Vienna
Queer Tombstone Epitaph With Playing Cards Found
A pine board grave marker near Tombstone Arizona notes the queer epitaph. Six playing cards were found in the deceased has hand and tacked to the board by a fellow poker player.
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Tombstone
Ariz
Dead Reckoning in Navigation Explained
Dead reckoning is the estimated position of a vessel without celestial observations. It uses the ship’s course and speed logged, with adjustments for drift and leeway to estimate location.
Lame shoulder quickly aided by liniment treatment
A brief note states that a lame shoulder is usually rheumatic in origin and responds rapidly to Chamberlain's Liniment. The product is described as prompt and effective and not unpleasant to use, with S. H. Williams selling it.
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S. H. Williams
Summer Cold Warnings and Old Time Humor
A brief public health note warns that a summer cold can develop into bronchitis or pneumonia if neglected and recommends Foley's Honey and Tar to loosen coughs and heal air passages. The text includes a light joke about a boss and a pun on diplomacy in medicine.
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Foley
Jay Johnston and Co
Ases
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Guarantee Offer
The ad promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a money back guarantee if not satisfied after using two-thirds of a bottle according to directions. It invites readers to try and notes it is sold by S. H. Williams.
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S. H. Williams
China Exports Peanuts Reach Record Levels
China exported more than eleven million pounds of peanuts in a year while domestic trade under customs at open ports totaled 89,539,476 pounds. The figures reflect a robust peanut market and strong overseas demand alongside significant domestic movement through open port customs.
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China
Ideal Noval. Dream Country Life in a Briar Rose Tale
A nostalgic brief praising a novel of simple country life, sweet briar rose scents, and homely folks. It hints at gentle humor and subtle pathos, a make believe world beyond hills and distant fields, voiced in warm, dreamlike tones.
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Ideal Noval
London Book Monthly
Glad to Recommend Foley's Kidney Pills
Mr EK Weakley of Kokomo Indiana reports relief from severe backache after taking Foley's Kidney Pills. He says his kidneys grew stronger, secretions normalized, and bladder pain ceased. He endorses the product in a quoted testimonial from Jay Johnston & Co with a yellow package.
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EK. Weakley
Kokomo, Nd
Foley
Jay Johnston & Co
Notice of First Meeting of Creditors West West bankruptcy
Notice is given that Frances L. West and Robt J West were adjudicated bankrupts on May 30 in the Northern District of Iowa Central Division. The first meeting of creditors will be June 30 at Estherville Iowa to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the debtors and conduct business as directed by the court. Debtors must attend at the stated place and time and remain until excused. Attorney for bankrupts is F. W. Crim in Estherville Iowa.
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Untpec
Dpiatrict
Iowa
Frances L. West
Robt. J. West
West Bros
Estherville
Robert J. West
West Brothers
Esthervilla
Manet County
Weelogk
A. D. MD
Cvo
Mstherville
Minmet County
Towa
Q. W. Crim
Lavelock P.m. A. de LM
Trans- Ace
Mertiog
Old Thine
Placa
Shold
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