Des Moines area news items and Iowa incidents
A wide range of Iowa happenings are noted including infantile paralysis deaths among Iowa children, a new car service in Ames, and the death of a 90-year-old Waukon resident. Reports cover accidents, fires, robberies, and legal actions across cities such as Des Moines, Ottumwa, Fairfield, Cherokee, and Dubuque. Also listed are school enrollments, college hazing deaths, and local infrastructure changes.
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Des Moines
Iowa
West Ames
Ames
John O'Neal
Waukon
Charles Bacon
Waterloo
Atlantic Southern Railroad
Jess Arnold
State Center
Ottumwa
Hieruimee
Waxter
I Itowe
Bear Mitchellville
Bert Thegroole
Rutland
Byron King
Creston
Anamosa Reformatory
Geo. Steers
Fairfield
Daniel Kerr
Grundy Center
Sarah Bommer
Cedar Rapids
Illinois Central
Ft. Dodge
J. Feaster
Frank Clouse
Frank Smith
The
Smith Transfer Co
Burlington
Bert. Miller
E. A. Steiner
Grinnell College
America
Deveny
Mildred Moore
Cherokee
Davenport
John Brookhart
Washington
Hiram Windell
Shenanioah
David Fett
Donnelson
Wille Johnson
Guy E. Baker
Anamosa
Paul N. Blue
Eagle Grove
Morningside College
Bert Moore
Mason City
McGregor
G. Anderson
Dubuque
Elk Grove
Mason City Life School
Sioux City
Editorial on Democratic leadership and polling tactics
The piece mocks Democratic tactics and leaders, likening reforms to harmful medical acts and accusing the party of deceiving the public. It questions President Wilson’s plans, suggesting uncertainty about whether he will campaign actively or stay away from the stump.
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Wilson
Continentals and Mexicans Roil Over Baker War Remarks
A heated political dispute centers on Secretary of War Baker and President Wilson's Mexican policy. Critics recall American Revolutionaries and Valley Forge, accusing Baker of praising rebels and belittling U.S. patriots. The American Legion and related groups push resolutions condemning his remarks and seeking formal repudiation.
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Baker
Alsc
Newton D. Baker
Wilson
Jersey City
Washington
Valley Porge
Empire Stile Society
Sons of the American
Gaker
Baythre
Waldorf Astoria
Louis Annin Ames
Seetary
Sevretias Tiker
Owas
Aines
New York
Valley Borge
Anj
Baker Ct
Valley
Marge
Bay Dink
Hughes epigrams on governance and duty in American politics
A collection of short, pointed quotes urging investigation before legislation, humility in public service, and a distrust of overreaching power. The speaker calls for honoring American ability, avoiding hollow rhetoric, and insisting officials serve the public good rather than seek office for status or prestige.
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America
Norway pays U.S. big sums for American materials
Four Norwegian bankers arrived aboard the Bergenafjord to arrange credit for large U.S. purchases. One item is $200,000,000 for steamships built in American yards. The visitors said they came as individuals, though others claimed they formed a commission.
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New York
Bergenafjord
United States
Trivoli farmer found dead in garage with car engine running
Peoria Illinois October 23 H H Moon thirty five a prominent farmer living near Trivoli was found dead in his garage standing erect with his back to the wall the automobile engine running and the garage Allied with unclear terms suggests a possible auto asphyxiation death investigation continues with minimal details final cause not disclosed
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Trivoli
Peoria
H. H. Moon
Here
Moon
Wen
Mostly Campanian 4eke Chamberlaig’s tableta tale
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a recipe or guide about adopting a diet of vegetables and a suggested intake method. The readable parts mention vegetables and a general healthy eating instruction, with unclear additional context due to corrupted text.
Election Public Notice for Katherville District Bond Vote
Notice announces a special election in Katherville Independent School District Flamet County Iowa on November 2, 1016. Voters will decide a bond issue of 18 000 dollars to buy land for a school site expansion in Essterville.
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Givon
Katherville
Flamet
Iown
Oll Independent
Court House
Kathervilies
Iowa
Sai4
Behoul
Eatherville
Emmet
Dtate
Towa
Estherville
Aaid
Behoal
Board of Directors
Estherviile
Thig
J. Kennedy
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Gould
Democratic Party
KABO
Kaho
F. M. Shadle & Sons
Villa
Hughes
Florsheim
Nau Bros
John Hansen
Norway
U.S
Chamberlaig
Domman
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