History interest grows as convention opens in Des Moines
Historians at the twenty first annual Mississippi Valley Historical Association meeting in Des Moines discuss expanding public interest in history and its impact on state consciousness. Vincennes was chosen as the 1929 meeting site to join the 150th anniversary of George Rogers Clark's Vincennes capture. Dr Theodore C Blegen notes a broader public engagement could foster wiser citizenship. Edgar R Harlan addresses ethics of using confidential letters and diaries and rights passing to heirs after a writer’s death.
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Des Moines
U.pi
Mississippi Valley Historical Association
Vincennes, Lrd
Vincennes
Gaeorge Rogers Clark
Theodore C. Blegen
Minnesota Historical Society
Edgar R. Harlan
Curca
Historical Department of
Tawa
Harlan
Len a Jones Pleads Guilty In Liquor Case
An elderly African American woman Lena Jones 43 pleaded guilty before Judge R W Hasner to illegal transportation of liquor. She was fined 100 with 30 days in jail alternative. The court noted nearly a month in county jail and suspended 60 day jail term for good behavior. Jones home listed as 201 Jansen street previously Des Moines where her husband is janitor.
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Lena Jones
R. W. Hasner
Rivals Block Bowman Endorsement at Gubernatorial Rally
In Cherokes, April 27, dWA supporters of Gov Hammill and Senator Lars Skromme, both gubernatorial hopefuls, united to prevent endorsing M. L. Bowman for governor. The event highlighted political friction among major regional figures.
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Bowman
Cherokes
Dwa
Hammill
Lars Skromme
M. L. Bowman
Farmers and business leaders rally in Eleventh district
More than 500 farmers and business men from all 13 counties attended a nonpartisan rally in the Eleventh congressional district yesterday afternoon. Speakers addressed the crowd, urging unity and practical measures for regional concerns.
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Eleventh Congressional District
County Forecast Hints At New Justice Of The Peace
Black Hawk county may add an extra justice of the peace next year with C. W. Faust, a Democrat, expected to join the bench. The report notes Faust position and party as part of the county's forecast for judicial needs.
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Black Hawk County
C. W. Faust
Bowman and Skromme Seek District Congress Endorsement
At a district meeting Bowman and Skromme were discussed along with seven district candidates for congress. A motion to endorse Bowman followed the chair announcing no endorsement was planned, and the motion was with supporters.
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Bowman
Skromme
Congress
Indorse
Rally names Bowman endorsee amid protest outcry
After a protest claimed improper procedure Skromme and Hammill supporters gathered to oppose an endorsement. The rally produced Bowman as the sole endorse at that gathering.
Rattlesnakes Blinded by Gas Shot in Local Case
Harry Jorgensen, a Republican, filed yesterday for Union town trustee. The notice mentions Hesse as assessor and C. W. as trustee, with a tard gas shot referenced in their retreats.
Nu Tone Old Nature Medicine Promises Strength Boost
Advert explains Nu Tone a 14 root and herb remedy to renew energy and relieve tiredness rheumatic pain and stomach issues. Claims first doses release intestinal gas then digestion improves and appetite increases with continued use. Highlights a testimonial from Anna Sanders and directs readers to local drug stores with sample offer by mail in Quincy Minnesota
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Wnu-Tone
Ola
Anna Sanders
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