Political Complications in U S Campaigns Across States
The piece surveys campaign turmoil with cross party endorsements in Illinois and other states. It notes Chicago papers backing J Ham Lewis over Len Small, calls for scrapping tickets, and references War era fears. It critiques Cox and the League of Nations debate, citing Root and Tumulty remarks as evidence of party distrust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Wisconsin
Ilinois
Oklahoma
Illinois
J. Ham Lewis
Chicago Tribune
Chicago News
Len Small
Millinois
Chicago
New York City
Senate
Root
Cox
Wisconsin and other states mold 1920 party outlook
The piece notes Harding and Coolidge likely carry Wisconsin easily while other ticket elements falter. La Follette supports an independent against Lenroot and nonpartisans gain some ground. A Madison paper fights a Republican candidate backed by the nonpartisan league, in a libel suit for 50000 dollars. Nationally Democrats push the League of Nations as a unifying issue amid shifting state races.
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Lewis
Wisconsin
Harding
Coolidge
la Follette
Lenroot
Madison
New York State
Connecticut
Oklahoma
Gore
Senate
Democratic
League of Nations
The Speed Fiends Rally Against Speeding Drivers
A poem depicts a town besieged by speeding motorists causing dead and injured, with a weary coroner, overworked police, and victims including voters and children. It laments light fines, courtroom jokes, and ongoing danger as faster cars terrorize residents and mock protest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie
Hill
Gift Day Promises $25 Goods Through Coupon Toss
Interest in Gift Day grows as the Journal gears up for a November 10 event. A coupon for each gift will be placed in envelopes tossed from building tops around the square, with 8000 coupons estimated and merchandise prizes up to $25.00.
Wanted stenographer for bold executive in Seattle
A Seattle auto firm chief seeks a top-rate stenographer with no salary limit. The ad stresses absolute accuracy and rapid, dictated transcription. It references the Cummins-Esch railroad bill and wage dispute framing a strike under a government wage adjustment court.
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Seattle
Washington
Cummins-Esech
Marshalltown Mes Republican
Extraordinary stenographer ad brings in curious replies
An offbeat mail response to a newspaper advertisement reveals a flood of eccentric pitches for a stenography job. The letter brims with grandiose claims about shorthand speed, exotic equipment, and lavish guarantees, ending with a sharp jab at pay and practicality.
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Europe
Airope
Irope
Hoboken
National Board of Censorship
Tran
Durable lumber woods resist steam with minimal warping
Yellow pine and oak prove best for steam resistance and reduced warping, making them favored choices in durable construction. Both woods balance strength and stability under moisture exposure, guiding selection for long lasting timber projects.
Republican Ticket List for President to County Officials
Republican slate lists Warren G. Harding for President Calvin Coolidge for Vice President Albert B Cummins for U S Senator N E Kendall for Governor John Hammill for Lieutenant Governor Walter C Ramsey for Secretary of State Glenn C Haynes for State Auditor W J Burbank for State Treasurer Ben J Gibson for Attorney General Fred P Woodruff for Railroad Commissioner Justices Silas M Weaver F F Faville Lawrence DeGraff Thomas Arthur For Congressman W F Kopp For Representative C F Letts A L Griffith for County Auditor Harry McCall for Treasurer Charles M Denison for Clerk of District Court J D Glasgow for Recorder Belle Rice for County Attorney T A Michels for Coroner George W Hay For Supervisor A J Morgan J W Parrow for vacancy starting 1922 O Dayton for vacancy start 1921
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Albert B. Cummins
Polk County
N. E. Kendall
Monroe County
John Hammill
Hancock County
Walter C., Ramsey
Wright County
Glenn C. Haynes
Cerro Gordo County
W. J. Burbank
Blackhawk County
Ben J. Gibson
Adams County
Fred P. Woodruff
Marion County
A. L. Griffith
Washington
Harry McCall
Charles M. Denison
J. D. Glasgow
Belle Rice
T. A. Michels
George W. Hay
Board of Supervisors
A. J. Morgan
Clay Township
Oregon Township
J. W. Parrow
O. Dayton
Election slate for hospital board seats announced
For Member Hospital Board Marsh W Batley of Washington and Member Hospital Board to fill vacancy George W Reed of Jackson township are listed as candidates. The notice names both individuals and their affiliations, outlining the two positions up for election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marsh W. Batley
Washington
George W. Reed
Jackson Township
Jud Tunkins Says Honesty Is Best Policy Questioned
Jud Tunkins remarks that honesty is the best policy, noting broad agreement on its value but disagreement on its exact meaning. He emphasizes that interpretations vary among people and contexts.
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Jud Tunkins
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Evening Journal
Elder
Shaun Bruce Cowden
Moa
Owa
Utual
Sone
Wilson
Martin
Walt Mason
Journal
Lee
Republican
Warren G. Harding
Ohio
Calvin Coolidge
Massachusetts
Supreme Court
Silas M. Weaver
F. F. Faville
Webster County
Lawrence DeGraff
Thomas Arthur
Harrison County
Henry County
C. F. Letts
Highland Township
Gong Cafe
Icc
Paris
France
B. F. Campbell
N. Marion Ave
Iowa
Towa
Commercial Savings Bank
Washington, Iowa
F. F. Dalley Corporations Ltd
Buffalo, N. Y
Lovelett
Studebaker
Curtis & Lovelett
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