Railroads face cost rise as gov't aid ends
A Riverton newspaper essay argues Uncle Sam financed railroads through deficits, forcing higher rates on freight and passengers. It notes wage, equipment, and fuel costs have surged since prewar days, while rail revenue must come from travelers and shippers. The piece urges awareness of ownership by millions of citizens and the need for railroad profits to match rising outlays.
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Sam
Waterloo
Jose
Uncle Sam
National
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Subtle Suggestion and Its Powerful Reach
A discussion on how suggestion influences thinking starts with a pacific coast packer who labeled salmon with a racehorse image. The example shows branding shapes choice, noting Roosevelt’s political remark about votes was taken literally by many nations.
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West
Neglected Cold Leads to Tuberculosis Risk
A young worker ignores cold symptoms due to economic pressure and continues to work around a tuberculous patient, leading to airborne transmission risk. The piece notes the progression from neglected illness to serious infection and hints at future discussion.
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Nec
Friend Wife By Roe Fulkerson
Dialogue fragment shows Andrew Imogene and others debating marriage plans for Sallie and Fred. The discussion lampoons platonic love and mislabels relationships while characters use playful, slangy exchanges in a domestic setting.
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Wife
Roe Fulkerson
Singing of Good Times by Frank L Stanton
Poem excerpt celebrates hopeful seasons and love. Vivid images of blooming soil, green grass, violets, and bells of Hope illuminate a bright world. The verse Mileposts joy and gratitude, praising love and living as universal blessings.
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Lee Valleys
Mockingbirds
Platonic Love and Matrimony in a Humorous Exchange
A dialogue excerpt discusses platonic love and marriage, contrasting views on bachelor life and the inevitability of wedlock. Andrew argues marriage is a duty and fate for men, while Imogene counters with skepticism about social norms and romantic expectations. The tone blends humor with social commentary on relationships.
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Billy Tell
Altho
Fred
Sallie
Shane
Dennis
Imogene
Andrew
Imogent
Chicago
The Quail and the Gnome Whistle Tale
An old Marshaltown tale follows a lead Gnome losing a silver whistle. A quick Quail retrieves it and grants a new call, replacing the lost whistle with a lasting Bob White whistle. The story ends with the Quail’s song echoing through the woods.
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Bob White
Quail
Bob
Nature Notes From John Burroughs Questions and Answers
A fragmentary nature column discusses why ducks water and chickens do not, whether dogs are color blind, when insects are most visible, prairie dogs protecting burrows from coyotes, and how ants recognize colony members. The piece quotes Burroughs on birds, mammals, and insect senses with instructional tone.
Iowa Editors Condemn Cox Campaign Tactics
A collage of Iowa editorials attacks Gov. Cox for his campaign style. The Carroll Herald calls him unsuitable for national politics while the Mason City Globe Gazette notes gender politics and fashion commentary among writers.
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Cox
Carroll Herald
Iowa
Mason City Globe Gazette
Local Constable Poses for Photo Near Water Plug
In a rural scene Constable Newt Plum plans a trip to Marion Ohio. A photographer captures his portrait as he halts before a water plug, illustrating a moment of pause before action.
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Newt Plum
Marion
Automobiles Grow as Nation Faces Safety Challenge
Uncle Harry argues the auto boom is here to stay and urges safety measures. He cites 15,000 annual US auto deaths and notes safety councils push better regulations, training, and protections as cars become central to business and daily life. He compares the issue to railroads and electricity while stressing must make driving safer for all.
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Joe
United States
Uncle Harry
Ancle Harry
National Safety Council
Harry
Helen
Bayer Aspirin Ad Endorses Trusted Pain Reliever
An advertisement touts Bayer aspirin as genuine and safe with millions of users over twenty years. It urges buyers to accept only unbroken Bayer packages and lists headaches toothache earache neuralgia rheumatism colds and pain as relief targets. It notes 12 tablet tins and larger packages available from druggists.
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Bayer
Brain Tests by Sam Loyd
A rebus sketch asks readers to name the signer of the Declaration of Independence based on a surname clue. The column, titled Brain Tests, invites mental puzzles and wordplay for entertainment in the issue.
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Sam Loyd
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