Outlawry of War the Next Step in Civilization
Reprint from the Iowa Federation News argues to outlaw war as a crime under international law. It urges education campaigns to shift public opinion, create an international court with jurisdiction, and unite women and citizens to pressure leaders toward abolition of armed conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hulman Wittory
Piret
Christ
Harding
Lloyd George
America
Kaiser
The
Iowa Federation News
Chep Court Appearance In Insurrection Case In Iowa
A man named Jones connected to the Lacey cafe in Os Kaloosa was brought to Ottumwa for a hearing in a case involving incitement of violence against workers linked to the M and St. L railroad. He faced a $1,000 bond and was jailed after failing to furnish it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
W. F P. Jones
Lacey Cafe
Oskaloosa
Martin J. Wade
M. & St. Li. Railroad
International Association of Machinists
Re. Mitchell
United States
Jones
Tiikers
Lacey
Iowa Coal Demand Weak Despite War Surge
Iowa coal output totals 5 to 6 million tons yearly while consumption reaches 12 to 15.6 million tons. Railroads use 58 percent, with Illinois and Kentucky supplying much of the rest. Production fell to 5.6 million last year. wartime demand briefly pushed it above 9 million. There are about 15,060 coal miners in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Atizy
Iowa
Prine
Ilinois
Kentucky
Etrance
United States
Lowa
Illineta
Iowa Corn Song Sells Iowa to Nation and Neighbors
Iowa towns celebrate the corn song's fame as advertising for the state and its industry. Grundy Center plans a 19 000 dollar bath house and swimming pool funded by town bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shriners
Lowa
Ilowa
E. E B. Taylor
Traer
Tamu County
Iowa
Middle West
Grundy Center
Rew ‘le
Herbert Quick
Vandermark
Monument to Delicious Apple Planned in Winterset
The Iowa historical department and Madison county groups announce a August 15 monument dedication in Winterset to honor Jesse Hiatt and the Delicious apple. Dignitaries include Lt. Gov. Hammill and Edgar Harlan. The procession starts Des Moines at 7:30 a.m. and visits Bevington and the Hiatt farm before Winterset.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Winterset
Historical Department of Iowa
State Horticultural Society and
Historical Society of
Madison County
John Hammill
E.R. Zeller
C. J. Lewis
The
American Fruit Grower
A. Beach
Iowa State Horticultural Society
Edgar KR. Harlan
State Historical Department
Iowa
Jesse Hiatt
C. M. Stark
Bevington
Thomas Enright
Penn
Quote by Bernard Shaw on men and grand schemes
The excerpt reflects Bernard Shaw’s view that men overestimate their wicked schemes yet few pursue grand plans. It contrasts supposed intentions with actual behavior, noting rarity of both boldness and genuine virtue in mates.
Poison in Medicine Cabinet Cites Marked Contents
Fragmentary note warns that if poisons must be kept in a medicine cabinet they should be clearly marked Lobson as a precaution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lobson
Minister drafts sermon to Legion leaders in Kansas City
Rev W J Mitchell pastor of the Presbyterian church in Hamburg Fremont county attended the national American Legion convention in Kansas City and delivered a sermon from his pulpit. Copies went to Field Marshal Foch and Admiral Beatty who sent letters of appreciation and commendation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Mitchell
Presbyterian Church
Hamburg
Fremont County
American Legion
Kansas City
Field Marshal
Foch
France
Admiral Beatty
Mitchell
July temperatures drop two and a half degrees from last year
Weather bureau reports July 1922 average 73.0 degrees versus 75.5 in 1921 with 18 days at 90 or higher and a high of 96. Last day the warmest. coal shortage forces light usage at Des Moines capitol with shortened hours. potential coal vein near state house remains untapped. Clam fishing recovers after five year ban. Muscatine noted as button center. Marshalltown raises dance hall licenses.
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Weather Bureau
State House
Des Moines
Capitol Building
Mississippi River
John Boats
Iowa
Muscatine
United States
July Arrests and Property Recovered by Des Moines Police
Des Moines detective department detained 199 people in July and recovered property valued at 16478 dollars. Arrests exceeded double the prior year with most for investigation. 49 vagrants picked up. 11 for obtaining money by false pretenses. five for breaking and entering. 11 for intoxication. one each for forgery grand larceny and assault with intent to commit murder. Automobile losses totaled 3444 dollars, excluding returns by the auto theft bureau. Wild blackberries appear this season recalling earlier days of prolific patches and dawn foraging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Auto Theft Bureau
Detective Department
Rattlesnakes and Foxes Reported as Summer Threats
Wild blackberry season and heavy rains have increased reptile and animal incidents. A four year old, Worth Eugene Nelson, died after a rattlesnake bite while blackberry picking near Lucas County. In Delaware County a fox bite infected with rabies injured three, including Mr. Lux who fought off the animal with his dog. State Health Lab tests confirmed rabies from the fox head, and pasteur treatment was sent from Des Moines. Fort Des Moines hosts a large civilian camp with Col. Brown Maj. Halpin and B S Walker addressing recruits as 27,000 boys train nationwide. 4,000 applications received, 900 accepted due to funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worth Eugene Nelson
S. Nelson
Lucas County
Albia
Will Beels
Hopkinton
Delaware County
Mr. Lux
State Board of Health
Iowa City
Des Moines
Camp Dodge
Fort Des Moines
Fort
Col
R. A. Brown
Robert J. Halpin
B.S Walker
Dee Moines
Halpin
John G. Hansen
Fort Desa Moines
Des Moines cadets returned home after camp
Extracts note that examination completed and boys were sent back to their homes. Fort Des Moines civilian camp housed youths from South Dakota Nebraska and Kansas while Iowa boys were sent to Fort Snelling Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Des Moines
South Dakota
Nebraska
Kansas
Iowa
Fort Snelling
Minn
Iowa coal mines ready to open in two weeks
Iowa coal operators say a Cleveland meeting on Friday could lead to a settlement with United Mine Workers. If terms are accepted, Iowa mines could resume normal production within about two weeks, avoiding a fuel shortage this winter. Dealers advise waiting for old-price coal rather than paying strike prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Cleveland
United Mine Workers
Mk. Smith
Lewis
Smith
Towa
United States
Desa Moines
Ohio Republicans Nominate Cal Thompson for Governor
The Ohio Republican Party selects Cal C. A. Thompson of Cleveland as its gubernatorial candidate. Thompson is a close ally of President Harding, and his nomination suggests party support for the Harding administration though the President is unlikely to claim direct credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Harding
Ohio
Promote Prosperity in Society Duty and Prosperity
A fragment argues that it is the indispensable duty of every citizen to promote prosperity for others as a key communal responsibility and personal virtue. The text reflects civic rhetoric emphasizing interdependence and social welfare.
Jugo Slavia Horses Rival Europe’s Kentucky Thoroughbreds
Banat and Tachka horses are hailed as Yugoslavia’s Kentucky thoroughbreds in agriculture focused country, with government 13 stations to improve breed amid a 1.5 million horse population. The nation reports large livestock totals for 1921 and strong grain, tobacco, fruit exports across Banat Bachka Tetovo and other regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banat
Tachka
Kentucky
Jugo-Slavia
Jugo- Slavia
Serbia
Dalsmatia
Tetovo
Europe
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Chep
Wade
Steike
Woonre
J. W. Jarnagin
Cedar Rapids
Corning
Fort Dodge
Newton
Sioux City
East Waterloo
Centerville
Danderton
Utteman
Keokuk
Marion
Washington
University of Iowa
Louise Cotman
Sue Goldman
G. O. Shapman
Marengo
Amana Society
8. R. Bryant
Amana Lake
Bryant
Boone Ta
State Railway Commission
Marshalltown
Red Crosa
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