Young mother subdues flames after oil misread
In Manchester and Davenport dispatches a young mother, Mrs C J Boardway, suffered severe facial and hand burns while extinguishing a kitchen fire sparked by misused oil. She carried water from the cellar laundry up stairs to save the home and infant son, with no lasting eyesight damage. In Davenport the will of M D Peterson allocates over 1 million dollars to charitable institutions after life interests for wife and children. Governor Clarke has signed the bill to abolish
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Manchester
C. J. Boardway
Althe
Davenport
M. D. Peterson
Masonic Charity Fund of
Iowa
Quick Hyomei Inhaler Fix for Catarrh Relief
An advertisement promotes Hyomei inhaler treatment to eradicate catarrh germs from nose throat and lungs. It describes using a rubber inhaler device with Hyomei air to open air passages relieve inflammation and discharge and claims a money back guarantee if relief is not achieved.
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Wangler Bros. Co
Eckmans Alterative Promises Lung Recovery Booklet
Lung sufferers are offered reports of recoveries from tuberculosis and a booklet with diet and fresh air guidance. A Philadelphia reader shares a testimonial about cough relief after two years of hemorrhages and bronchial issues, praising Eckmans Alterative. The ad notes no habit-forming drugs, prices, and Eckman Laboratory contact.
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Eckman
Susquehanna, Ave
Phila. Pa
Fo Oway
Howari L
Klotz
Eckman Laboratory
Abolition of Capitol Custodian Office Delayed by Publication
The office of custodian of the state capitol and grounds will be abolished this week with management devolving to Adjutant General Guy A. Logan after publication, delayed because the notice appears in Des Moines and Red Oak Express a week from today.
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State Capitol and Grounds
Des Moines
Red Oak Express
Capitol and Grounds
Guy A. Logan
Defense claims frameup in Sioux City scandal
Sioux City April 16 Good progress was made yesterday in the trial of the Chief of Police on graft charges. At noon the state rested its case and the defense began calling witnesses. Evidence for the defense tends to show the police chief was the victim of a frameup by underworld denizens political enemies and jealous policemen with motives explored during examination.
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Sioux City
Measure Aims to Reform Juvenile Court Proceedings
Des Moines April 16. Rep Jones of Cerro Gordo pushes a bill to amend juvenile court laws after citing Harry Garland a 13 year old sent to Eldora reform school for car theft. The measure, passed 62 to 17, requires five days notice to guardians, allows short hand notes, may grant continuances, permits public or private hearings, and provides an appeal. Senate OK and governor signature required.
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Des Moines
Harry Garland
Eldora
Representative Jones
Cerro Gordo
Jones
Garland
Senate
Wedded at 77 Captain Duckworth marries 45-year-old bride
Des Moines reports Capt. W. J. Duckworth a longtime state house custodian wed Miss Margaret Scott in a quiet courthouse ceremony with Judge Dudley officiating. The couple plans to live at 718 East Sixth Street. Duckworth, 77, and Miss Scott, 45, caused a stir at the state house amid debates over his office.
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Des Moines
W- JA
Duckworth
State House
Margaret Scott
Dudley
Court House
Captain Duckworth
East Sixth Street
Ianil Gal
Iowa Legislation Faces Adjournement Doubt and Libel Reform
The Iowa legislature debates adjournment chances amid quarantines and longer term extensions under conditions. Bill battles include a new libel law modeled on Ohio, child labor reform advancing from Senate to House, and textbook uniformity fights with major book firms pressing policy. The Senate approved auto numbering reorganization as debates continue.
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Ohio
Minnesota
Iowa
House
Senate
Senate action grants four year term and raises state chemist pay
The senate passed a measure to grant Commissioner Barney a four year term and raise the state chemist salary to 1800 dollars per year with two additional dairy assistants. Both houses have condemned polygamy in other states and will note it. Turn to the Want Page.
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Senate
Barney
A Simple Way To Remove Dandruff
An ad claims a four ounce bottle of liquid arvon dissolves dandruff when applied at night. After several applications, all signs of dandruff allegedly vanish and itching stops, leaving hair fluffy glossy and soft.
Moose Lodge Installs Officers In Waterloo
Waterloo lodge number 328 Loyal Order of Moose installed officers last night including P. C. Petersen as past dictator R. D. Colvin as dictator W. R. Rigdon vice dictator D. H. Porter prelate James T. Knapp treasurer Barry Tullar sergeant at arms O A Martin inner guard B R Morrison outer guard M Blasdell trustee for three years and Harry W. Brown.
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MOOSE
Waterloo Lodge
The
Loyal Order of Moose
P. C. Petersen
R. D. Colvin
W. R. Rigdon
D. H. Porter
James T. Knapp
Barry Tullar
O. A. Martin
BR. K. Morrison
M. Blasdell
Harry W. Brown
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Substituting Calomel
Advertisement promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable liver stimulant and laxative. Claims to brighten skin and mood by improving bile flow and digestion. Presents tone of a medical remedy with pricing 10c and 25c a box and urges nightly use.
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Dr. Edwards
Local officials and figures named in a partial notice
A fragment lists Ben Everall a physician H E Peter S00 a musician and orator KR Colvin a drill team captain and C M Blas dell a drill team lieutenant. A T notes 150000 foreigners and Jest Petersen to act as secretary for her dent in China.
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Ben Everall
H. E. Peter
KR. Colvin
C. M. Blasdell
A. T
Jest- Petersen
Resinol Soap and Ointment Promise Clear Complexion
A persuasive puff ad targets women ashamed of poor complexions. It touts Resinol Soap and Resinal Ointment with Reginol medication to cleanse pores, remove pimples and blackheads, and leave skin fresh. Instructions urge daily face washing and occasional application, with offer to request free samples.
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Dept. V-R
Resinol
Baltimore
Rheumosalts Internal Bath Claim Promotes Digestive Health
An advertisement touts Rheumosalts as an internal bath to relieve constipation and systemic ailments. It describes dissolving a spoonful in water to create a carbonated drink that cleans the stomach and intestines, claims quick relief from bowel and liver issues, and notes no calomel or dangerous drugs. The product, Rheumusalts, is produced by Rheumabath Company of Minneapolis with prices 26c, 60c, and $1.00.
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Minn
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