Taft’s visit praised as big man and good sport
The audience at the Lee opera house yesterday afternoon heard ex president William Howard Taft praised as a largehearted, big bodied leader who endured a bitter political race with grace. The piece notes his prosperity during his presidency and contrasts his cautious approach with Roosevelt’s aggressive style.
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United States
William Howard Taft
Lee Opera House
Mr. Taft
Washington
Taft
Old Guard
Rippling Rhymes of Time and Job Resolve
A poet recalls years of tardiness and repeated firings as he learns time discipline. He describes early missteps with clocks and pay, recognizes that promptness pleases employers and poets alike, and vows to align with punctual routines for future success.
Taft argues for peace league covenant in revised form
Former president Taft, now enjoying a public role with the League to Enforce Peace, speaks in support of a revised League of Nations covenant. He says the idea has broad American support, while the main dispute concerns U S protection and benefits under the current covenant, to be debated in the Senate.
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Taft
League
United States of America
U. S. Senate
Steady advertising builds lasting business strength
The piece argues that slow, continuous advertising yields results over time unlike sporadic efforts. It cites firms with long success based on ongoing ads and notes many failed quick campaigns. It urges small businesses to advertise consistently for growth and resilience.
Unscrupulous voters swept the nation in late era mood
A clipped comment from the Sioux City Journal notes suffragists sweeping the country with strong momentum. The remark suggests widespread support possibly reaching several states as part of a broader movement.
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Sioux City Journal
Proper Place For It Road Law and Auto License Money
The item notes that the new road law is the proper place for auto license funds and that even opponents of rural paving acknowledge this stance attributed to Perry Chief.
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Perry
If it Reined Good Roads in Marshalltown
A brief note from the Marshalltown Times-Republican imagines perfect weather for road surfaces with rain. It quips that every anti hard surface advocate would rush with pails and tubs to capture runoff for their farms.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Democracy’s Fragile Balance Amid Extremes
The quote argues democracy is inherently safe for governance but prone to excess when unrestrained, noting both democracy and autocracy can run amuck, as echoed by Vinton Eagle.
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Amuck
Vinton Eagle
Home merchants urge local first in Washington hotel
A letter from W. W. Wolary asks Washington business leaders to favor home contractors and tradesmen for the new hotel project. The appeal cites keeping money in town, supporting local enterprise, and ensuring home labor and merchants receive priority on the building work.
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Washington
German settle and take the medicine prepared for others
The Cedar Rapids Republic argues that Germany should settle down and accept consequences after its wars. It asserts Germans have disturbed the world and warns that allied peace makers sowing new seeds of war will face nations that have quelled their conflicts.
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Cedar Rapids
Amusements for Employees
The piece notes that thoughtful employee amusements have long been used by a leading department store owner in the country. It mentions the Bon Marche in Paris as an early adopter and cites New York merchants organizing picnics and dances for both women and men clerks.
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Paris
New York
Advertising’s pull on readers and merchants examined
The piece argues most people are influenced by ads even if they deny reading them. It notes readers seek goods and news to improve conditions, while merchants praise advertising campaigns and the impact of big advertisers on sales and perception.
Nova Scotia Cherries Size Impresses Growers
Nova Scotia farmers report exceedingly large and luscious black cherries thriving in the province, with promising fruit quality and abundant yields for the season.
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Nova Scotia
Province of
William E Allen Named Temporary U S Attorney in Dallas
William E Allen formerly United States attorney at Dallas is named temporary successor to A B Bielassi former chief of the bureau of investigation. The bureau concentrates on Bolsheviks and other domestic disturbances while enforcing prohibition laws.
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William RE. Allen
United States
Dallas
Tex
A. Bruce Bielassi
Bureau of Investigation
Department of Justice
Slep
Parties in Iowa Court Women Vote in 1900s Style
DES MOINES July 1 The republicans and democrats show strong interest in winning women’s votes. Democrats organize women’s committees connected to the state central committee while Republicans plan a similar setup. A special session to ratify the national suffrage amendment is seen as good politics for Republicans to gain credit if ratification passes. The women’s vote could influence next year’s presidential race and extend to favors in return. The upcoming winter session may revise primary election law and possibly repeal unpopular laws, with code revision dominating the agenda.
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Des Moines
Republican Party
Town
James Trewin
Cedar Rapids
Code Commission
Summer Complaint in Children Remedy Endorsed
A promotional notice claims summer complaint in children now causes fewer deaths due to Chamberlain's Coke and Diarrhoea Remedy when used with castor oil and proper diet. It cites Mr. W. G. Campbell of Butler, Tennessee praising the remedy as superior and mentions Lemmon's Pharmacy.
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Chamberlain
W. G. Campbell
Butler, Tenn
Edward and the New Boy in the Neighborhood
A class recounts ongoing trouble between Edward and a new boy who has suffered black eyes. When the new boy falls ill the teacher asks students to pray for him, and Edward vows to help but also mutters he wants a chance to confront him before he recovers.
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Edward
None Foredoomed to Failure Rallying Quote
A motivational quotation by Ceorvge Ellot urges readers to hold up their heads and move forward with joyful confidence, insisting they were made for victory and that progress depends on oneself.
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Ceorvge Ellot
Hen Adopts Chick: Unclear Bond Sparks Debate
A reader notes a hen appearing to adopt a chick. speculation centers on instinct, motherhood, and the bond between hen and offspring, inviting discussion of natural behaviors and similarities to parental care.
Colonel Ball Spearheaded Bakery Supply for U S Troops in France
Col William G Ball U S A earned promotion and the Legion of Honor for organizing and managing bakeries that fed two million men in France. He led the setup of mechanical bakeries, securing equipment in England and personally supervising the vast plants to deliver daily bread.
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William G. Ball
France
Legion of Honor
Ball
England
Poor Picker Tale at Chamber Show Ends With Laughs
Dr Maude Wiley head of the Welfare league told a funny family scene at the chamber show. A little girl who had been spanked ran to her mother and cried that her father was "perfectly horrid" and asked if another man could be found.
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Chamber of Commerce
Maude Wiley
Welfare League
Peace Day 1800 Marks Opening of Peace Conference
May 18, 1800 was known as Peace day marking the opening of an international peace conference at The Lingne in Holland that established the permanent court of arbitration for disputes among great nations. The conference was first proposed by the czar of Russia.
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Lingne
Holland
Permanent Court of Arbitration
Russia
Hope for a Way to Take Money Upon Death
A fragment notes men clinging to hope of discovering a method to take wealth with them after death. The text hints at the allure of eternal riches and the enduring human desire to secure assets beyond life. No concrete details or names are provided.
The Advent of Woman’s Gladness Celebrated
A column notes the Advent of Woman’s Gladness and highlights who know take precautions against suffering, urging preparedness and prudent living. The piece emphasizes communal virtue and shared resilience in upcoming seasons.
Inside Bathing with Hot Water and Limestone Phosphate
Wake up ritual claims drinking hot water with limestone phosphate cleanses the digestive system. The piece argues internal cleansing removes poisons from stomach to bowels, improves complexion, breath, headaches, and bilious symptoms. Ends by promising quick health and appearance gains.
Train Schedules and Arrivals Listed for Local Routes
The notice lists daily schedules for B and Q and additional local trains with arrival and departure times. It notes which trains run daily except Sunday and mentions an annulment of No. 92 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It also includes agent sign off and a partial weather line.
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Washington
HH. W. Russel
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Atell
Susan
Susan Enti
Zu Zumarshun
National Biscuit Company
Periest
Emee
Bain
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Lo'west
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Physicians and Surgeons
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DR. Irvin E. Walton
Southwest Corner Square
Lemley
Washington, IA
Office
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Blair Bldg
General Practice
Chiropractors
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Red
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Westchester
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Farma
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Washiia County
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T. A. Michels
Temple Building
Washington, Iowa
Black
J. Wilson
Sela
Wilson
Wilson & Wilson
Morrison & Morrison
Morrison
North Side
Washington, Lowa
Eicher, Livingston & Eicher: Law
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W. H. Butterfield
Crail's
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A. F
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W. M
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Mace
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L. PD. Langworthy
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