Ramseyer Defends Judge Kenyon Support for Coolidge
Congressman W Ramseyer at a Republican rally defends Judge Kenyon against La Follette critics. He recalls Kenyon praising Coolidge as a Lincolnian figure of honest government and notes Kenyon declined a navy secretary post but would have welcomed service under Coolidge. He says Kenyon and allies back Coolidge’s re election bid.
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Kenyon
Coolidge
Abraham Lincoln
Judge Kenyon
President Coolidge
Congress
Thioe
Senate
Washington Iowa Supt. W. C. Harding resigns after contract ends
Superintendent W. C. Harding announces he will not seek reappointment as head of Washington Schools after his current contract expires. He notes the district’s strong progress and credits a high standard of education, expressing gratitude to the community and saying he plans to pursue other work after this school year.
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W. C. Harding
Washington
Harding
Iowa
Lewis Klein Suffers Severe Health Setback At Noon
Lewis Klein underwent another serious spell around midday and his condition is described as very grave today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Klein
Prohibit Sale of Ethyl Gas in New York and New Jersey
New York and New Jersey health officials coordinate to curb ethyl gas risks linked to the Standard Oil Elizabeth New Jersey plant where five deaths occurred. Thirty six hospitalized or treated and eight at home are connected to exposure while workers produced the gas. bans target sale and use in autos.
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New York
New Jersey
Associated Press
New York City
Standard Oil Company
Elizabeth
N. J
Elizabeth N. J
Storm Hits Waterloo Damaging Businesses and Injuring Several
A tornado sliced through Waterloo’s business district around 7 36 P M yesterday causing thousands in damage to plate glass and merchandise in two large department stores. A cashier and customers escaped injury in one store though shards and debris shattered windows and a woman suffered a severe bruise on Fourth street near the river bridge.
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Associated Press
Waterloo
Fourth Street
Truce takes effect in Chinatown Tong War
Peace came to Chinatown as a truce between On Leongs and Hip Sings went into effect at midnight. Police kept a ready vigil though armistice was declared for two weeks. Chinese consul general Chang announced the nationwide truce while merchants returning to Philadelphia Boston Chicago reported absence of On Leong leaders at the peace talks.
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Prean
New York
Chinatown
Chang
Hip Sing Tongman
Philadelphia
Washington
Boston
Chicago
La Follette Heads Westward To Speak In Pittsburgh
Senator Robert M. La Follette travels toward Pittsburgh to address supporters and then Cleveland to close his campaign. He attacks Coolidge era policy and stresses progressive reforms amid protests over transportation and unemployment in New England and Haiti involvement by American forces.
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la Follette
Pittsburgh
Associated Press
Albany
N. Y
Robert M. la Follette
Coolidge
Mellon
Ohio
Cleveland
Wisconsin
Boston
Harding Coolidge
Massachusetts
LaFollette
New England
Calvin Coolidge
Harding
Haiti
Iowa Illinois clash for conference lead in Urbana
Iowa and Illinois meet in Urbana for their 13th gridiron clash with both teams undefeated. Illinois holds a 7-5 edge in the series and recent history shows Iowa's 1921 and 1922 victories, while Grange sparked a last minute Illinois comeback last year to steal a 6-6 tie? final details reflect a tight rivalry and conference impact.
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Associated Press
Iowa City
Hawkeye
Hiini
Iowa
Illinois
Urbana
Iowans
Ohio State
Illini
Zuppke
Grange
Rainstorm Helps Keokuk Firefighters Quell Forest Fire
A sudden rainstorm aided Keokuk firemen battling a forest fire over 25 acres on a hill southwest of the city. The steady downpour for two hours quenched the blaze as it threatened to spread beyond control.
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Associated Press
Keokuk
Black Kin Say Sister Suffering in Washington
Nate Black learns of his sister Stella Black Parker’s serious illness in Washington D C. Their mother Pred Motts plans to travel there this week and Nate will follow later.
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Nate Black
Stella Black Parker
Washington, D. C
Pred Motts
Washington
Nate
American Support for Investors in Mexico Cited
Mr. LaFollette asserted that during the bombardment of Vera Cruz Americans died protecting American oil interests, as the State Department backed American investors in Mexico.
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American State Department
Mexico
LaFollette
Vera
Davis Explains Why He's Confident of Victory
New York report on John W. Davis explaining why he is optimistic for a Democratic victory. He cites growing cross party support, labor endorsements in New York and New Jersey, and critiques of the Coolidge administration. He argues only the Democratic platform offers release, prosperity, and a government responsive to the people.
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Associated Press
New York
John W. Davie
Davis
Democratic
Central Trades and Labor Canes
Greater New York
American Federation of Labor
Democratic Party
Washington
LaFollette
Hudson County, New Jersey Trade Council
International Printing Presemen and Assistant's Union
Indepermient
Building Trades Organizations
Coolidge
la Follette
Democratic” Party
Coolidge and Davis to Speak on Radio Hook Up
The Associated Press reports plans for a nationwide radio hook up next Monday night. John W. Davis will speak at 9 15 P M Eastern time from New York, followed by President Coolidge broadcasting from the White House. Twenty three stations will join coast to coast, promising a large audience. The two major candidates on one platform on the eve of the election mark a new era in campaigning.
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Associated Press
Washington
Coolidge
John W. Davie
Davis
New York
White House
Oldest Pioneer of County Dies at 93
William Marr of Oregon township died at his son George Marr's home in Ainsworth at age 93. Born December 18, 1830 in Columbus Indiana, he came to Nebraska in 1843 with his uncle Thomas Marr. He leaves four children and was a charter member of the United Brethren church of Ainsworth. Burial is in Ainsworth cemetery after funeral at his home conducted by Rev. James Swimley.
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William Marr
Oregon Township
George Marr
Ainsworth
James Swimley
Wellman
United Brethren Church
Mr. Marr
Columbus
Ind
Thomas Marr
Eliza Bone
F. M. Wood
Washington
J. H. Marr
Springview
G. W. Marr
W. I. Marr
Nelson
Neb
United Brethren Church of
Alinsworth
Marr
Jesse Marr
iNness
Democratic Rally Against Scarecrows and Materialism
A speaker urges unity across voters from Republicans to independents to back the Democratic Party next Tuesday. He argues fear of elitism and greed threatens the nation and calls volunteers from all who love country to join the fight against Breed and crass materialism.
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Democratic Party
Juniors of Iowa Red Cross Reach 99,947 Members
In Iowa during the past school year 99,947 children from 1,700 schools joined the Junior Red Cross. An increase of 2,900 members over the previous year shows growing teacher support and statewide activity. The program emphasizes Christmas box packing for overseas children and international correspondence to foster goodwill.
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Des Moines
Chidren
Iowa
Junior Red Cross
Red Cross
Meveny
Halloween Party Brings Cheer Despite Storm at Country Club
The country club Halloween party faced a heavy rain and stranded cars but recovered as Sams Jazz Band played for quadrilles and modern dances. Candy boxes, sweet cider, and a ghost reading by Mrs. Hull plus ghostly figures by Mrs. Young and Mrs. Lemmon delighted attendees. Committee members Louie Jones, Mrs. Hull, Mrs. Young, and Gren Zaring led the effort.
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Country Club
Sams
Harry Ward
Ed Wells
Betty Hollingsworth
Betty
H. C. Hull
Harvey Young
J. K. Lemmon
Louie Jones
H.C. Hull
Gren Zaring
Mrs Wright buys Max Perrin property on East Jackson Street
Mrs Wright purchased the Max Perrin property on East Jackson Street and moved yesterday. Mrs Bailey and her son Gerald returned from Boulder Colorado after a fortnight with a wonderful trip and a splendid time. They visited Kenneth Bailey, a student at Boulder University. Who Defeated Dugan find out at the Get Out the Vote play at H 8 Aud Sat night.
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5. S. Wright
Max Perrin
East Jackson Street
John J. Bailey
Gerald
Boulder
Colo
Kenneth Bailey
Boulder University
Dugan
Hearings End on Chicago Senate Fund Probe
The Chicago segment of the senate campaign fund inquiry ends with additional figures placing the national fund at about 3.75 million dollars. Chairman Borah adjourns hearings and plans to resume after the election to pursue full facts for possible congressional legislation. Witnesses include Wm. V. Hodges and George Barr Baker, plus Chicago and North Western railroad officials questioned over anti government ownership literature.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Republican National Campaign Fund
Senate Campaign
Borah
Congress
Samuel Untermeyer
New York
John W. Davis
Robert M. LaFollette
Weymouth Kirkland
Republican National Committee
LaFollette
Senate Campaign Fund Committee
Han Eee Ee Ee A. Veabnonn
Independent Party
Washington
Wm. V. Hodges
George Barr Baker
Chicago and Northwestern Railroad
Change the Date Concert by Sev on Male Quart
The sevon male quartet sponsored by the Hi Y club will perform at the high school auditorium Wednesday evening at 8 15. Some churches will hold earlier prayer meetings to allow people to attend both events. Tickets are sold by club members at Phillips drug store starting Tuesday morning with seats priced at 35 and 60 cents.
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Sevon Male Quarte
Hi-Y Club
Phillips Drug Store
Hughes Sees Positive Outlook After Midwest Tour
Secretary Hughes returned from a speaking tour reaching St. Paul Minnesota where he conferred with the president and said indications look very good indeed regarding the outlook.
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Hughes Washington
Tary Hughes
St. Paul, Minn
Wth
Campaign Finances Report From Wheeler Committee
Washington reports the Labollette Wheeler national committee of the national progressive committee filed a report from Freeport NL noting receipts up to October 23 totaling 171,512 and expenditures of 157,122. The document was submitted to the clerk.
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Gitta
Washington
Labollette-Wheeler National Ne Committee
National Progressive Committee
Freeport
Mrs. Jane Raymond Visits Aspen Roots in Iowa City Farewell
Mrs. Jane Raymond of Aspen Colorado, sister of Sidney Coon, spent three weeks visiting longtime friends and relatives in the area. She last saw her old farm home now owned by Ira Coon after forty years away, recalling many changes. Her husband’s family ties link to Raymonds and Mrs. L. B. Green of Washington. Sidney Coon and Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Nicholson accompanied her to Iowa City on her departure trip.
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Jane Raymond
Aspen
Colorado
Sidney Coon
Ira Coon
Raymond's
L. B. Green
Washington
J. M. Nicholson
Nicholson
A& Consin
Iowa City
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Armour & Co
Gileeco
Weeeks Armisticon
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