Plumbers Trust Trial Opens in Federal Court
Des Moines reports the federal case against thirty six plumbers officials accused of Sherman antitrust violations. The defense argues voluntary actions, while prosecutors say the plumbers' association coordinated price fixing via supplier networks to keep prices high. The trial will reveal detailed workings of the plumbing organization and its influence on nationwide pricing.
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Des Moines
National Association of Plumbers
Plumbers’ Associations
Two State Officials Off Duty Leave Executive Council Short
Des Moines reports the Iowa executive branch is hampered as treasurer W C Brown and secretary of state W S Allen are both out of duty. Brown is gravely ill and Allen lies in hospital with a shoulder dislocation and risk of pneumonia. Only Clarke and Shaw remain to handle business while the governor, Shaw and the rest adjust to the legislative rush.
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Des Moines
W. C. Brown
W. S. Allen
Executive Council
Clarke
Shaw
Overnor
Charles G. Watkins
Quincy A. Willis
Much Sweetness in Love Letters in Breach Case
In Marshall county district court Miss Minnie Kuhlman of Madeira Minnesota sues Warren Hunzelmann a young farmer near St Anthony for breach of promise. She seeks 2000 damages and introduces Hunzelmanns love letters as evidence. The case draws large crowds and moments required court closure to maintain order.
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Marshalltown
Warren Aunzelmann
St. Anthony
Minnie Kuhlman
Madeira
Minn
Miss Kuhlman
District Court
Hunzelman
Hunzelmann
Miss Muhlman
Crenshaw Nominated For Wade’s National Committeeman Role
Des Moines February 8 Barry L Crenshaw of Adel is discussed as a potential Democratic national committeeman should Judge Wade join the federal bench. Crenshaw currently serves as Seventh District state committeeman with support growing among local Democrats. The Iowa State Democratic Committee’s stance could influence the final choice and chances for Crenshaw if Meredith is not favored.
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Des Moines
Barry L. Crenshaw
Adel
JudgeWade
Crenshaw
Cren
If. T. Meredith
California Syrup of Figs Advertisement Claim
A vintage ad touts California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective remedy for children’s stomach and bowel cleansing. It advises mothers to choose the California Fig Syrup Company product, warning against counterfeits and urging a 60 cent bottle with clear directions for ages.
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California
California, Fig Syrup Company
Federal Reserve Board Member Drops Political Ambition
The text notes that due to his role on the federal reserve board, he is understood to have abandoned any initial plan to pursue a significant political position.
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Federal Reserve Board
Big Ball of String Grows in Cherokee Restaurant
A Cherokee railroad lunch room started a ball of string on December 19, 1909, when string was needed. Over five years it expanded to 56 inches around and 42 pounds, with no string removed. It now sits on a revolving stand in the Bronson restaurant, drawing attention as a quirky local record.
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Charles City
Cherokee
Bronson
Real estate transfers in Waterloo and Cedar Falls
Transactions show transfers in Waterloo and Cedar Falls with prices from 1.00 to 3 500 00. Parties include William H E Denman and George F Muthaler Isaac Davis Georgiana N Stip py Burton E Wilson Fanny Egbert John F Showers Wm Morgan W P Hoxie W H Braun and W R Law across Linden Place Whitney Sedgwick additions Cedar River Park Highland and Doe's add.
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William HE. Denman
George F. Muthaler
Whitney & Sedgwick
Waterloo
Isaac Davis
Georgiana N. Slippy
Linden Place
Georgiana N. Stippy
Eightey
Burton E. Wilson
H. C
iFanny Egbert
Cedar River Park
John F. Showers
Wm. Morgan
E. Brown
Sud
Cedar Falls
W. L. Randolph
Arthur
Arthur ©. Cole, Ipart L-1 B-19 Doe's Add, 1.00. W. P. Hoxie To W. H. Brawn
Highland
W. H. Bruwn
W. R. Law
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Boosts Bellevue Woman
A Belle Vue Ohio resident describes severe back pain nervousness and fatigue improving after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The advertisement urges other women to seek guidance from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co promising confidential advice and health restoration guidance.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Bellevue
Ohio
Cuns. Caarmann
R.F.D
Lydia E
Pinkham
Lydia E.pinkham
Three Great Floors Packed with Mill End Bargains
The advertisement announces three floors crowded with mill end bargains, many printed in small type due to space limits. It urges economical shoppers to come on the first day and every day to find all the bargains that cannot be hidden.
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Bach
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Trueville
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