Nichols editor defends Wilson and Bryan controversy
The piece asserts W. J. Bryan’s resignation signals weakness for the United States and calls for unity behind President Wilson’s neutral rights enforcement. It argues humanitarian policy over war, praises Wilson, and condemns Bryan. It also notes Sen J. H. Allen’s gubernatorial bid and comments on Iowa rape law debates.
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W. J. Bryan
Wilron
United States
Wilson
Bryan
Germany
Wileaon
Thia
Hrgan
Bryan’s fragile stature amid brutal public opinion
A fragmented critique notes Bryan’s weakness in protection of subjects and dignity. It argues his sentimentality fails against brutal proclivities, effective only on chautauqua platforms and small social talks, not in broader political leverage or decisive action in harsh conditions.
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Ots
Bryan
When I Am Laid Below The Hills Anon Poem
A reflective verse about death and enduring friendship. The speaker asks a friend to remember shared joys and continue cheerful memories rather than dwell on loss. The poem envisions guiding the friend from beyond, offering support through memories, until reunion.
Iowa daily bread sign at world fair sparks debate
In San Francisco the Iowa exhibit tops the Palace of Agriculture with a bold sign claiming Iowa answers the Lord's Prayer line Give us this day our daily bread. WLW Marsh, Iowa commission chair, notes the sign draws many visitors who copy the message. The Iowa band from Decorah will perform at the fair, highlighting state products and plans for daily concerts at the Iowa Building.
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Palace of Agriculture
Wlw Marsh
Iowa Commission
Osage Senator Smith Tours Exposition Grounds
San Francisco report notes State Senator J. A. Smith of Osage entered the exposition Town Building examined the scene and sat down to speak, delivering a statement amid the crowd. Further details are not provided in the readable fragment.
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J. A. Smith
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Exposition Grounds
Iowa Booster Booklets to Be Distributed
The Greater Iowa Association through the Iowa commission to the Panama Pacific Exposition will place Iowa Building literature about Iowa communities there. Cities and towns are invited to send literature to the Iowa Building for distribution to visitors. The first consignment arrived yesterday from Iowa City.
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Iowa City
Christian Church Sunday Services and Evening Lecture
The Christian Church presents a Sunday schedule with Bible noon and morning worship at 11. The third sermon in the New Testament series will precede an evening talk titled The Survival of the Unftreat. An invitation to all, plus thanks for floral sympathy, is extended from Mrs. Boyd Higley and family. Kunkela Bakery advertises ice cream flavors including strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla.
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Kunkela Bakery
Iowa Corn Bread and Butter at Exposition Lunch
A luncheon with Mr. W. W. Marsh and Senator Smith features Iowa corn bread and corn syrup, butter from Iowa cows, and jokes about Iowa-made goods. The scene shifts to Iowa Building and its news archives, noting visitors, newspaper files, and local pride at the exposition. Also mentioned are Paraguay coin scarcity, Kokomo factory safety, and Lake City summer travels of local residents.
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Mr. Smith
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Luther College Band to perform at Panama-Pacific Exposition
Decorah Iowa Luther College Band will participate in the Panama Pacific International Exposition program and will be given a reception at the Iowa Building by members of the laws commission.
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Theatre party hostess and local notices blur the week
Mrs. Dr Hachman hosts a Wednesday theatre party while others report Minnesota damage from a recent freeze and Dakota troubles. Burt and Jones buy buildings on Sixth Street. The Board of Supervisors wrap up their semi annual session. Armtrong plans a July 4 celebration. Jim Devlin goes to Windom to wed. John Johnson and Gladys Coates wed at Martin Nellie’s home. The Spoilers at King theatre receive praise as the best one night show. Estherville debate over 4th celebrations continues. Saturday special from Smith Drug Co offers $1.00 hair products in window.
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Ladysmith
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Clem Peterson
Windom
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Gladys Coates
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Grover
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Swan Lake Township
King Theatre
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Outeldera
Water Tank Bargala Big galvanized stock tank ad
Bargala stock tank for sale two sizes both two feet deep. The big tank is four feet wide and twelve feet long priced at 12.00. A smaller tank is two feet wide and seven feet long priced at 6.00. Cement Products Co. 234-2.
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Cement Producta Co
Iowa Exhibit Red Corn Leads Big Show Booth
In the Pan ama-Pacific Exposition Iowa’s Agricultural Palace booth features a towering yellow corn display. A farmer suggested labeling the pile with Iowa in six foot letters, prompting officials to add a prominent Iowa sign to the display. Local notices mention community visits and church events, a new line of confections at Kunkels Bakery, and planned church supper.
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Agricultural Palace
Fred Hethershaw
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