Arbor Day plea for reforestation in Iowa State paper
The author laments continued forest loss and urges action on reforestation in Iowa. He notes timber substitutes exist but cannot replace all uses and warns that without rapid tree replacement, lumber will become scarce in 25 years. He calls for a state movement, possibly via the agriculture department, to spur planting and forestry policy.
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America
Ittack Hawk
Department of Agriculture
Iowa
Iowa Bond Issue Hangs On Surplus Funds and Bids
The article discusses Iowa bond issuance of 22 060 000 at about 14 rate bonds. Treasurer Burbank faces doubts on achieving the rate and notes bond sales depend on bidders exchanging real money for bonds. If no bids at 34 percent, the rate must rise.
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Iowa
Burbank
Iowa Bond Market Forecast for Ex-Service Bonus Funds
The article argues state bonds may not recover to par as quickly as government bonds. It suggests raising interest from 4% to 4.25% could unlock about $50,000 yearly for a veteran bonus program, noting public support but warning bonds must sell to fund the plan.
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State of Iowa
Uncle Sam
Iowa
Taj
Voiced Health Qs From Brady on Childhood Ills
A reader asks about exposing a healthy four year old to measles and mumps to “get it over with.” Dr Brady warns this is dangerous and cites measles deaths and poor public health practices. He explains moron term and risks of gas poisoning and home devices, urging standard hygiene.
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Louvetgr Brady
Public Health Boardiangs
J. A
Fregons
Uthioe
Dr. Brady
Wiliam Brady
Harding
Ofice
New York Tribune
Tuberculosis in Cattle Spurs Call for Stricter Testing
The piece insists on vigilant tuberculosis testing for cows to protect children from tainted milk. It cites a Black Beauty case where a fine cow proved infected, leading to deaths and moral guilt for the owner. It urges stronger laws and thorough herd cleanups, noting dairymen already act to remove tainted animals.
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Black Beauty
T. B
Black Hawk County
Dairsmen
Bobbed Hair Sparks Clash of Views in Fractured Dialogue
In a humorous exchange, Imogene and Andrew debate bobbed hair and gender norms. Andrew cites anecdotes about missing girls and long hair affecting morale, while Imogene doubts the motives and jokes about personal desires. The talk wanders from fashion to morality.
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Imogene
Andrew
Bob
Tom
Saul Auaron
Sam
Buffalo Bill
Ice wagons gain on coal wagons on city streets
The article notes a shift as ice wagons become more common than coal wagons on the streets, indicating evolving local transportation and supply delivery practices.
Let Us Care Ourselves Editorial Satire
Iowa editors mock crop panic as a manufactured worry in escalating seasonal commentary. The Marshalltown Times-Republican uses a comic allegory with Iona and playful readers to critique media overreaction and public anxiety.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Iona
The Regeneration of Malcolm Starmount
Malcolm Starmount, a rich playboy, vows to reform and hosts a birthday party at his Adirondack home. A wild Bacchanal erupts led by Nalda Courteney, a servant girl named Mary Devlin seeks aid, and Dick Tennant is blamed for a near-fatal accident. Tennant later escapes and Starmount heads to the camp as tensions rise with Zenat over love and loyalty.
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Malcolm Starmount
Mary Devlin
Nal
da Courteney
A& Cay
Ine
Dick Tennant
Nalda Joonreeney
Starmount
Parker
Mulcahy
Tennant
Chanteur
South America
Mary
Eddie
Adirondacks
Nelda Courteney
Salisha
Nalda Courteney
Zenat
Mal
Starmenent
Nature
Paradise
Ted
Ted Parker
Abe Martin Moots' Brother Dies Of Natural Causes
In a local note, Abe Martin reports that Mrs Tilford’s brother, a rich and prominent figure, died from natural causes today. The piece contrasts a sincere figure with a perfumed diplomat, both seen as potential successors for future life events.
Nature Notes Questions and Answers From the Burroughs Club
A 1923 column shares reader questions on nature topics and provides corrected answers. It explains how to clean birds eyes gently, debunks the skunk tail-ejection myth, and defines dogfish as a small shark valued for its liver oil and fertilizer. The tale of Mr Fox and his wooden ducks closes the excerpt.
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Nature Notes
Atlantic
The Sandman Story by Mrs F A Walker
Mr Fox starts a farm to raise hens and chickens but his plan clashes with Mrs Fox. Neighboring Mr Coon and Mr Possum raid the barnyard, stealing hens while Mr Fox sleeps and again while he watches.
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Sandman
Mrs. F. A. Walker
Mr. Fox
Reynard
Mrs. Fox
Mr. Coon
Brain Tests and a Walking Race Between Champions
A puzzle states ex-champion Mike was two minutes slow in a four mile race against current holder Dennis. If the race ends in a tie, determine their speeds. The problem includes coded algebraic hints and a hidden arithmetic challenge referencing names.
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Mike
Dennis
Sone Mile
Mul Sified coconut oil shampoo offers pure grease-free cleansing
An old advertisement warns against high alkali in shampoos and promotes Mul Sified coconut oil shampoo as pure grease-free. It claims the product cleanses hair thoroughly, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft, shiny, and manageable with a rich lather.
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Park Ave
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Grand Exchange
Hartman
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Waterloo
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Capita
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Washington, D
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Story
Brooks & Finley
William Brady
National Newspaper Services
Charlie Hansan
Clara Phillips
Wife
Roe Fulkerson
Frank J. Stanton
Love
Brother Williams
Bert
Darlington
Paderewski
Steen
Nabbi
Shi
Deef
Ver
Idah McEglone Gibson
John YP. Diijle Co
Abe Martin
Esezeie
Burroughs Nature Club
Houghton Mifflin CO
Jimmy Skunk
Mr.Fox
Jack Euate
Sam Loud
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Bancroft
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