Keech confirmed to Interstate Commerce Commission post
The senate confirmed ex congressman Keech of Wisconsin for a seat on the Interstate Commerce Commission by a 52 to 5 vote. The opposition included two Democrats and one Republican, notably Robert La Follette, who cited Keech's rail friendly record as a concern. The piece defends railroad progress and urges a square, fair deal for railroads and workers, amid shifts in government control of rail policy.
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Keech
Wisconsin
Senate
Interstate Commerce Commission
Robert LaFollette
Mr. Esch
Esch
Peepul
ABE MARTIN Laments Hat Fad and Public Office
ABE MARTIN notes a husband’s joy when his wife approves a hat regardless of cost and wonders if the author of Feather Your Nest ever held public office, hinting at a past civic role.
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason
A fragmented verse piece presented as a dramatic monologue about seeking fame through crime. The speaker describes buying a shotgun, killing neighbors, burning a residence, and contemplating movie stardom while acknowledging remorse and a desire to influence youth with a grim moral tale.
One for my dollars and lessons on effort
A terse aphorism setting out value of consistency and personal effort. It contrasts not wasting time on trivial flaws with the discipline to retain worthwhile corrections and avoid needless criticism.
Stage Cast for Comic Opera Robin Hood Seeks Best Seats
Manager Olson announces limited premier seating for Robin Hood starring Jessie Bartlet Davis as Alan-a-Dale and Hetty Baxter as the contralto in the coming production. Tom Burton appears as the Sheriff of Nottingham with William White as Friar Tuck. The show opens Friday April 22.
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Jessie Bartlet
Davis
Alan-a-Dale
Hetty Baxter
Tom Burton
Princess Opera Company
Nottingham
Wm. White
Snow White
Friar Tuck
Sayles Estate Wealth and Tax Burdens in Rhode Island
The will of Frank A. Sayles of Pawtucket, died March 9 1920, is thought to leave about 70 million though estimates place his estate at 38 to 40 million. Rhode Island taxes already paid include 1.05 million inheritance tax, with 10.6 million potential federal tax due. executors must value 11.1 million in cash for taxes. holdings in Saylesville and Phillipsdale plants dominate a diversified portfolio across textiles, chemicals, utilities, and banks.
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Frank A. Sayles
Pawtucket
Rhode Island
Sayles
Providence
Saylesville
Phillipsdale
R. T
Milwaukee Woman Testimonials for Tanlac Courageous Health Claim
A Milwaukee girl Miss May McCall reports relief from a two year stomach disorder after six bottles of Tanlac. She describes prior symptoms including digestion failure, cramps, bloating, heart pressure, back pains, and sleepless nights as she credits Tanlac with restoring digestion, reducing pains, and easing breathing.
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Miss May McCall
24Th Street
Milwaukee
Wis
Tanlae
Advo
Will and Testament of Herman Pehler Heard in 1921 Court
In District Court of Iowa Washington County the last will of Herman Pehler, deceased, was filed opened and read and set for proof hearing Saturday May 7 1921. By order of Judge Chas A Dewey the Sixth Judicial District dated April 18 1921. J D Glasgow Clerk District Court
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State of
Iowa
Washington County
Herman Pehler
Chas. A. Dewey
Sixth Judicial District
J. D. Glasgow
Burden of Inheritance Taxes Strips Stillman Estate
Boston report details James Stillman estate leaving heirs 24 million after 40 million taxes and fees. Administrations and taxes eaten by 3.7 million income and real estate levies plus state and national taxes. Other great estates like Woolworth face mortgage pressures to meet tax debts.
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Boston
James Stillman
New York State
Styx
Stillman
Woolworth
California
Ten Demandments from a Salmon Cannery in Stevenson
A 1900s Japan Advertiser item reports on conspicuous “Ten Demandments” hung in a Stevenson Canada salmon cannery. The rules urge honesty, hard work, self restraint, debt avoidance, and pride in work, warning that temptation harms both worker and business.
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Japan
Stevenson
Canada
Cotton and Oxygen Fire Hazard Noted
A fragment describes cotton fibres loaded with oxygen burning rapidly when cotton and other oxygen rich materials are combined. It warns that excess oxygen can cause spontaneous coil combustion and dehumidifying agents may contribute to ignition.
High School Editors Meet at Grinnell High
Grinnell Iowa April 20 representatives of the high school public editors meet at Grinnell High School to discuss student journalism and publish responsibilities.
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Iowa
Grinnell College
Sigma Delta Chi
Cedar Rapids
Boone
Ft. Dodge
Marshalltown
Sioux City
Council Bluffs
Oskaloosa
Grinnell
Des Moines
Iowa High School Press Association
Donald Hadley
Fred Morrow
John Norris
Martha Crary Boone
Margaret Wolcott
Grinnell, Ta
Magnesia Cement Coating Guards Mines Against Fire
A magnesia cement coating on mine timbers is described as an economical and efficient fireproofing measure. It is particularly suited to arid regions where timber is highly inflammable and hard to replace.
Real Beer Soon in Milwaukee Plan Moves Forward
Milwaukee officials report Washington has ordered the local internal revenue office to prepare to supervise the manufacture and sale of beer following a ruling permitting four and seven eighth gallons per prescription. The move indicates imminent steps toward actual beer production in Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Milwaukee Office of E Internal Revenue Department
Washington
Locks Ensure Accurate Beer Tax in Colonial Vat System
The article explains dual locks on each beer vat to monitor flow from green state to market ready beer. Revenue department supervises the locks to fix taxes, sealing each night and removing seals each morning to start daily beer runs.
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Revenue Department
Internal Revenue Department
Clock tower tale of near fall told by steeple Jack
A steeple Jack recounts a near accident in a clock tower. He slipped and dangled from the long hand of the Glock as townsfolk gathered below. He told them to go home for supper, promising the drop would come in about half an hour.
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Great American Desert
Mississippi Valley
Rocky Mountains
Local quip on police and bowling ethics in Byuston Transcript
A Byuston Transcript quip contrasts police handling with bowling outcomes. The line favors a calm police call over arrest and suggests preferring a warning to being hauled away, using sport imagery to express social control.
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Father Marquette
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Opera House
Mutual Phone
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C. C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson
Opposite Journal
Washington, Iowa
Cord N.S
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Fabric N.S
Mannhardt
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Southwest Corner Square
Farmers’ Union Stars
Washington, IA
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Bateman, M. D. Blair
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Westchester, Iowa
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Klein Klothing
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Morrison & Morrison
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R. R
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W. Calvert
Arthur Goodin
Recorder
Mary Lavada Kerr
W. M
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Damascus Shrine
Moose Hall
Louise Harwood
W. H
Lena M. Marble
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