Doers of Things Rise in American Leadership
The essay praises governors Hiram Johnson and Henry J. Allen as practical leaders who deliver for the people. It argues Johnson's California success proves effective governance and Allen’s coal famine relief shows justice begins with the consumer, emphasizing the primacy of the majority’s interests over factional disputes.
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Hiram Johnson
Henry J. Allen
California
Johnson
Henry J. Alien
Kansas
Allen
Kansas Method for Fuel Crisis Advocated by Editor
The author argues for consumer first fuel policy, praising a direct Kansas approach over producer interests. Indictments in Indianapolis allege operators and miners conspired to restrict output and raise prices, intensifying public suffering to aid selfish aims.
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Kansas
Indianapolis
Comment on Senator Newberry and Henry Ford
A clipped remark from the Des Moines Register predicts Henry Ford would laugh at Senator Newberry if he ends up in the penitentiary. The quip ties Ford to political satire about legal trouble and the era's Washington intrigue.
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Senator Newberry
Henry Ford
Des Moines Register
Better Time Coming in Spring Weather Prophecy
A Marshalltown Times-Republican quip notes that travel will be limited to air or rail soon, suggesting it as a sign of spring and as a forecast of changing weather wisdom ten years from now.
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Marshalltown
Republican
Antee
Kaiser Shaves Wood to Dodge Meditating on Coal
A humorous Iowa City Press snippet notes the Kaiser projects to avoid future coal shoveling by sawing wood. The quip links his hobby to a lighthearted claim of earning a small plenary indulgence.
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Iowa City Press
Lowden Backing Seen as Elsie Ferguson Endorses Wood
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes Elsie Ferguson endorses General Wood an endorsement seen as boosting Lowden supporters. It jokes about Lowden men courting Mary Pickford as a feminine mascot and Mary’s vow to never marry again.
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Lowden
Elsie Ferguson
Gen. Wood
Mary Pickford
Mary
Cedar Rapids
Molly and I at Fox Theater Stars Shirley Mason
Shirley Mason headlines the Fox Theater presentation of Molly and I based on Frank R Adams novel Molly and I and the Silver Ring. Albert Roscoe appears opposite Mason with a strong supporting company in a charming comedy noted for pop personality and prettiness.
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Molly and I
Frank R. Adams
Fox Theater
Shirley Mason
Fox
Albert Roscoe
Fox Saturday brings Neal Hart in The Wilderness Man
The program director Howard M. Mitchell showcases a Western titled The Wilderness Man starring Neal Hart. The Fox Film Corporation offers a top-notch day with an exceptionally western subject designed to please audiences.
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Howard M. Mitchell
Fox Film Corporation
Neal Hart
Fox Saturday
Wagon Tracks Brings William S. Hart to Graham This Friday
William S. Hart stars as a frontier caravan leader in Wagon Tracks a 1850s Santa Fe Trail tale produced under Thomas H Ince supervision. C Gardner Sullivan wrote the film with Jane Novak and Robert McKim in support roles. Lambert Hillyer directs.
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Thomas H. Ince
C. Gardner Sullivan
Graham Theater
J. Sullivan
Santa Fe
Kansas
Lands of
Plenty
Mr. Hart
Kit Carson
Lambert Hillyer
Meredith for Second Place in Democratic Ticket Gossip
Washington rumors place E. T. Meredith, newly named secretary of agriculture, as vice president on the national Democratic ticket. The chatter notes talk of his possible presidential nomination, though such a move seems unlikely. Some suggest if a eastern man like McAdoo is chosen, the gossip shifts to Meredith as running mate.
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Washington
E. T. Meredith
McAdoo
Meredith Garners Strong Support From Local Backers
A western man named Meredith draws steady backing from local supporters who praise his appeal and plan to keep him prominent in the public spotlight with concerted efforts from his friends.
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Meredith
Ford Touring Car For Sale From J A Marsh
A 1917 Ford Touring car offered by J A Marsh for sale at a bargain price. The seller notes the vehicle was taken in exchange and invites inquiries at the provided address 3913. The brief advertisement emphasizes a cheap sale to interested buyers.
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J. A. Marsh
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Decatur Family
Mrs. Benjamin F. Blakeney of Decatur Hl writes that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the best medicine for colds and coughs they have used. She recalls giving it to her children for croup and has used it herself, as Lemmon's Drug Store advertises.
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Chamberlain
Benjamin F. Blakeney
Decatur
Lemmon
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Kara
Doctor Sid
J. F. Duffy
Physicians and Surgeons
A. John Droz
Byez
F. & M. Bidg
Irvin E. Huston
Southwest Corner Square
Lemsey's
Washington, IA
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M. D. Blair
Ice
J. E. Edgington
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Corn Products Refining Company
Battery Place
New York
ACTO
Lemmon's Pharmacy
Black
Cordelia EK
Klopfenstein
F. & M. Bank Bldg
G. W.meyer
Keota, Iowa
M. H
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Bartor
Sartor
Conner Af
Bayer
Washington, Iowa
Brookhart Bros. Law
Opera House
Aliso Mutual
T. A. Michels
Temple Building
Cc. J. Wilson
Cc. C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson
Oppositaz Journal
Morrison & Morrison
Law Ysra
Ericher
Livingston & Eicher
LAW
Bington, Lowa
W. M. Keeley
W. H. Butterfield
Crafl'’s
Wash'noton, Iowa
Austin Sutherland
Crice
J. D. Dayton
West Cheater
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