Roosevelt for President and the Republican Split
The Republican Party is badly split with La Follette weak in the east and Taft facing opposition in the west. Roosevelt is seen as the only figure who could unite the party, though doubts remain about strong eastern support. Supporters argue he should accept if urged, though defeat could damage the party rather than the country.
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Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
la Follette
Taft
East
Mrr
Atlantic
Rooosevelt
Roosevelt as President in a Complex Political Moment
The article weighs whether Roosevelt would be the best president from either party, noting his moral force and public service but questions his legal expertise and constructive statesmanship. It argues a peaceful, diplomatic leader is needed, and that any Republican or Democratic president would face a tough, uncertain Congress amid tariff disputes and anxious business conditions.
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Roosevelt
Teddy
Republican Congress
Congress
Democratic Congress
Tariff Board
Bryan
Dubuque
The Undoing of Gompers and Labor's Trust
A critical look at Samuel Gompers and his handling of the McNamara brothers case, arguing his defense of the accused harmed organized labor’s prestige. The Conner notes a sidewalk petition on Falls avenue and reports Soo Line's Minot passenger station contract details.
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Soo Line
Minot
N. D
Pasadena Renews Main Road Paved With Gold Ore
A Pasadena project funds the longest street paving with rock carrying significant gold ore content. Officials have not released details on timing or measurements.
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California
Pasadena
Larceny case and fevered twists in old sighted tale
A young man faces larceny charges for stealing from a bank, suffering illness that alters skin as a metaphorical twist. The piece riffs on legal guilt and public safety, noting police views on guards, plus a satirical farm census and calls for judicial reform.
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Flas
Iowa Press Opinion Roundup Hits Politics and Law
A collage of editorials from multiple papers discusses the McNamara jury bribery case, calls for probing the courts, and praises law and order over violence. It contrasts George Bernard Shaw with policing realities and notes Bryan’s presidential leanings while critiquing Taft-era Iowa procession politics.
High Cost of Living Critique Presses for Reform
Editor condemns consumer tolerance of mislabeled foods and inflated prices. Blaming middlemen and merchants, the piece argues state and city action is needed to enforce honest weight and measure laws and curb excess profits in groceries and fuels. The writer notes historical distrust of grocers and urges accountability.
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L Ink
Corporation
Middie Ten
Waterloo’s Rise to City Status and Rising Prices Provoke Debate
Progressive locals noted Waterloo's rapid growth into a city driven by opportunity and production demand. Natives credit influx and enterprise, while merchants face pressure from wages and prices. Debated were city laws capping outside food and the impact on workers and retailers in Waterloo, Iowa, December 12.
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Waterloo
Stich
Iowa
Dee
The Diction and Debt of Influence in Daily Life
A preacher reflects on how many small influences shape a person beyond self-made myth. He credits a dictionary and other unseen aids, from mentors to books, urging readers to acknowledge debts of influence and repay them by service and praise to those who helped.
Shady Grove Notes On Local Visitors And Illness
Shady Grove Illinois reports Frank Murwe and others on the sick list this week. Mr and Mrs O M Kenney and son visited Independence Saturday. Fred Beal from Sheboygan and Will McMillan were surprised by friends Saturday evening at the Guy Bunce home.
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Shady Grove
Tee
O. M.kenney and Son
Independence
Fred Beal
Sheboygan
W .Gurst
Guy Bunce
Will McMillan
Eczema Cleared In Months After Sarsaparilla Cure
Mrs Inez Lewis of Baring Maine recalls a four month old with severe eczema spreading to face hands and body. A cloth mask and tight restraints were used before Hood s Sarsaparilla cured the child completely and left him healthy.
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Hood
Inez Lewis
Baring
Maine
Wood
Local Social Roundup From Independence and Nearby Towns
Mrs T J Schulte and Miss Mabel Schulte visited Independence on Friday. Mr and Mrs J P Schaible of Waterloo are visiting Shady Grove friends this week. Mrs J B Kenney attended the 5 0 FF club Friday at H Bo Ham's in Jesuy. Miss Mabel Schulte visited Waterloo friends last week. Mrs Wesley Hilton and son Floyd visit Clermont relatives. Mr and Mrs Willox and Andrew Mount were Independence callers today. Dell Douglas visited Mrs A Clark in Waterloo Sunday. Mrs E H Seman entertained the G N Club Thursday afternoon. Frank Kenney hosted a turkey dinner Sunday for friends.
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Brate
T. J. Schulte
Mabel Schulte
Independence
J. P. Schaible
Waterloo
Shady Grove
J. B. Kenney
H. Bo Ham
Jesuy
Wesley Hilton
Floyd
Clermont
Willox
Andrew Mount
Dell Douglas
JA. Clark
E. H. Seman
the & G. N. Club
Frank Kenney
Harry Murphy
Elmer Hartman
Mr. Winters
Waverly
George Acker
Alice Riedese
Esther Daniels
Sayer
Christ Mohting
Fredericksburg
H.W. Steege
Mission Society
Henry Schwirz
Harry Kehe
Waterlooo
F. Hageman
Poock
F. F. Wiegert
Aid Society
Chas. Dickman
Minnie
Roy Ashworth
Ida Dickman
Waterlon
John Neverman
Will Schroeder
Joh. Werte
H.C Wente
Weots
Clara ‘Malling
Tripoli
Wm. Heideman
John Heideman
Herman Meier
Johanna Hartong
German Lutheran Church
EF. Schoenbohm
Henry Neverman
Des Moines
Alice Wiegert
Geo. Meyers
Amanda Sundermeyer
Teta Meyers
Schoenhohm
L. G. Farrand
Sumner
R. Meter
Ida. Guenther
Christ Brandt
Ernest Guenther
Denver Echoes of Social Life and Poock Funeral
Denver notices recap a busy week with visits and events from residents like Albert Jahnke, Harry Murphy, and the Mohtings. The death of Carl Poock prompts a funeral at St Pauls church and burial in Fairview cemetery. Community activities include dances, society meetings, and hospitality.
Educational Lecture Friday Night At First Congregational Church
The city of Waterloo awaits an educational lecture by Alfred Tennyson Pickens at the First Congregational church Friday night. All seats are expected to sell out at Knuapp’s and Jo der’s on Westworth and Jefferson streets, with tickets scarce tomorrow morning. The event promises entertainment and is a source of pride for local organizers.
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Waterloo
Alfred Tennyson Pickens
First Congregational Church
Knuapp’s
Joder’s
Westworth
Jefferson Streets
Money making enterprise depends on all receipts to cover expenses
The note describes a venture built on steady income where every receipt is needed to cover high costs and keep operations afloat. It emphasizes the reliance on ongoing revenue to sustain the enterprise financially.
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Parie
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Sioux City Tribune
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Maxfield Township
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Germany
Mr. Poock
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All Ceaters
Jaques Mfg. Co
Waterloo Savings Bank
F.H. Latier
Fourth Street
Evening Courier
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4Th St. E
C. M. Wray
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E. T. Jaynes
SUETE
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Robert G. Dakin
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DR. Bodwell
Jordan & Gilbert
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J. E. Jordan
W. H. Gilbert
C.D. Pedersen
Rhons
Jefferson Street
A. J. Mueller
First Nat'l Bank
Oecer
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Mostern
Lameon
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