Poison phosphorus matches blamed for phossy jaw dangers
A journalism style notice warns about the deadly effects of phosphorus matches used in factories. It calls for passage of the Esch phosphorus bill and explains alternatives, urging readers to contact Congressman Underwood to push reform. The piece also touches on a Milwaukee city tax case and street improvement funding amid socialist policies.
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Diamond Match Company
Ats
Congress
Rheald
American Association For Labor Legislation
Underwood
Ways and Means Committee
Ward Bump for Theory Faces Supreme Court Setback
Mil Wanker's socialist administration suffered a high court denial as several dependent theories were struck down. The ruling puts parties and finances in an awkward spot as Reidel contemplates licensing fee collections from the street car company.
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Mil Wanker
Supreme Court of
Paler
Reidel
Caure Dat
Ottumwa Council Rejects Sweeping Censorship Ordinance
Ottumwa city council unanimously defeated the Federation of Women's Clubs proposed ordinance banishing any public show with criminal or violent imagery, provoking critique that sweeping censorship harms education and culture. The piece argues that only selective restrictions preserve character without blinding youth.
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Ottumwa
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Praised By Virginia Resident
A Waverly Virginia man B W Lfall recommends Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best cold treatment and says he has advised friends to use it, noting it helps prevent pneumonia and other serious diseases. For sale by all dealers.
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B. W. L.ifall
Waverly
Chamberlain
Public Press Opinions On Labor And Crime Themes
The column surveys editorials from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines and Davenport praising or criticizing labor unions and figures like Gompers and McNamara. It highlights calls to expose criminal links, support law enforcement, and argue for responsible union leadership.
New Light on Darrow Hero or Hackneyed Defender
The piece presents Lecompte Davis’s account of Clarence Darrow in the McNamara case. Davis claims heated talks led to the defendants confessing despite Darrow’s plea of guilty, arguing Darrow’s duty to organized labor made him a heroic figure while the McNamara brothers appear less favorable.
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Darrow
Clarence Darrow
McNamara Brothers
Lecompte Davis
Jobs J. McNamara
Education benefactor bequests spurn tariff politics notes
The piece reports R T Crane's grief over higher education support moves and cites bequests from Carnegie and Joseph Pulitzer. It mentions General Gordon Strang of Chicago who wills the net income of a 5 000 800 estate for aid to students, praising education. It notes Democratic tariff reform stance and delayed permanent tariff board.
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R. T. Crane
Carnegie
Joseph Pulitizer
Wits
Gordon Strang
Chicago
Ways and Means Committee
House
Eight Seats In Congress Protest Tradeoffs Reported
Eight seats sit under protest in congress with Iowa responsible for one in the Gilbert Haugen case contested by D J Murphy. In Superior Wisconsin two hundred men competed for four jobs last week, leaving many among the disappointed. The Chicago beef packers trial proceeds with unusual smoothness, implying a trump card may be played at full value.
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Congress
Iowa
Gilbert Haugen
D. J. Murphy
Superior
Wis
Chicago
Public punishment aims to protect society and deter crime
Ruth Cameron argues punishment serves public protection first and foremost. She discusses the necessity of capital punishment for murder, the dangers of lynch mentality, and the need for impartial, consistent justice across classes. She warns judges and juries to uphold due process and criticizes leniency toward trusts.
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Wisconsin
California
Fifth Avenue
Sagan
Is personal happiness the sole aim in life
The piece argues that many people are dissatisfied because their only ideal is personal happiness. It questions whether pursuits like attaining a high office truly serve a broader purpose, suggesting concrete ambitions beyond self satisfaction. The author challenges readers to consider higher aims and collective value beyond individual joy.
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Courts of Justice
Ruth Cameron
Pursuit of Happiness and Selfish Motives in Love and Study
The passage contrasts two men's quests for happiness. One seeks love and a future home, sacrificing for personal contentment. The other devotes himself to study, earning honors and praise for diligence, yet the underlying motive remains personal happiness.
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Dubuque
Vinegar Case in Federal Court Over Barrels
In Dubuque Iowa a federal case titled United States versus seventy five barrels of vinegar was argued but not decided. The suit stems from information provided by special investigators of the chemistry bureau at the department of agriculture.
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Dubuque, Ta
United States
Chemistry Bureau
Department of Agriculture
Goods Branded as Faultless Pure Cider Vinegar Questioned
Samples from the John T. Hancock company of Dubuque claimed goods labeled Faultless Pure Cider Vinegar were not cider vinegar but a distilled vinegar or diluted acetia acid mix with sugars and minerals. The notice warns against substitutes and references Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds.
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John T. Hancock Company
Dubuque
Foley
Lpound
H. Ww
Taggart
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