Iowa Treasury Funds Depleted Amid War Spending
Des Moines reports show Iowa facing a cash shortfall as state revenue lags, with Treasurer Hoyt warning that warrants were paid with funds borrowed and stamped not paid for want of funds. He cites war costs, growing expenditures, and need for a working balance to avoid bank reliance. forecasts for 1919-20 expect continued deficits and reliance on October tax receipts to bridge the gap.
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Des Moines
Hare yTey
Vicksburg
Treasury
Treasury Department
Hoyt
Thirtyseventh General Assembly
Hort
Ifort
Trong Ry
Cedar Rapids Man Recalls Poop At Chateau Thierry
Fragmentary OCR recalls Cedar Rapids figures and a notable event at Chateau Thierry with references to a French hospital and wartime names. The readable text shows scattered phrases about a Cedar Rapids resident and a battle context, but many words are garbled.
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Cedar Rapids
Chateau Tiwerty
Tadro
Chateau Thierry
Hilb
Hart
66 Cent Stu Fare In Parlor Note
The fragment notes a 66 cent fare in a parlor era with scattered mentions of Cedar Rapids and a referendum. It references a company and a possible vote on a civic matter, though the text is garbled and partially unreadable.
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Cedar Rapids
Codie
America
Liberty Bonds Deduction Questioned in Bank Assessments
A Des Moines opinion by J M Parsons argues Liberty Bonds held by banks should be deducted from bank assessments. The ruling, tied to Thomas Waltweather v Bank, could shift real estate valuations and stock values. Procedures include appealing to local boards, then district court within days after adjournment, with a Supreme Court decision hoped by December 1919.
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Dea Maines
Ter
J. M. Parsons
Ballerin
Iowa Bank
Ign
Martin J. Wade
Hp Lowe Loan & Trost Canpany
Thomas Waltweather
Benk
Vi of
Des Moines
Wade
United rSares
Helief
Dyberty Fonds
Frost
Focal Board of Review
Ioeal Board
District Court
Supreme Court
Christmas Joy for Soldier Sons All In Service
Mrs Beth Canden of this town says Christmas should be merry since six of her seven sons have served in the armed forces and all are now safe. One is wounded in a French hospital but recovering while the others are listed in various units including infantry and navy. The family notes their grandson in the 253d infantry is also serving.
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Toone
Beth Canden
Antler Hanks
Arison
Tittle
Condon
Carr D
John FH
Navy
Willis
Est
Canon
253D Infantry
Death by pneumonia blamed on lack of proper care
An Iowa coroner's jury found Henry Gebler died of pneumonia mainly due to lack of proper attention after his illness. A chiropractor treated Behler, but the death certificate could not be signed by him, prompting the inquest reported by Dr. C. Newton of Exira. Jurors Alva Leffingwell Erick Olsen and Lawrence Jorgensen presided with sheriff and county attorney present.
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Athintiv
Henry Geb
Exire
Behler
Avante
Audubon County
Laffmenga
Eoroner
C. Newton
Extra
Alva J. Leffingwell
Erick Olsen
Lawrence Jorgensen
Free Scholarships at Iowa Institutions for Allied War Students
Secretary Wmn IL Gemmill announces that three state educational institutions may grant more than 10 international scholarships to students from allied countries. These scholarships waive fees and tuition up to 100 dollars annually. The board also states that 20 dollars of tuition at the College of Liberal Arts will be remitted for honorably discharged soldiers and sailors enrolling at Liberal Arts or the College of Applied Science, with the amount deducted from fees at other state board institutions.
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Des Moines
Wmn. IL Gemmill
State Board of Education
College of Liberal Arts
State University
United States
Cnllese
Uberal Arts
College of Applied Science
Thestate University
Iowa State Board of Education
Resinol Ointment Featured for Various Skin Ailments
An old advertisement touts Resinol Ointment as treating eczema itching burns and insect stings. It claims relief from irritation and smarting and promises fast soothing of tender skin. The copy notes availability at all dealers and nearby retailers.
Franklin-America's Standard Light Air Cooled Car Inventive Cool System
The article touts the Franklin-America's Standard Light Air Cooled Car with direct air cooling by a powerful turbine fan delivering air to each cylinder. It claims readiness in all seasons and conditions, appealing to motorists who want reliability and minimal maintenance.
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Franklin
America
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