State Officers Probe Hite P E McClenahan First
Des Moines Feb 10 Investigations by the departmental affairs committees into alleged irregularities in state offices continued in executive session. Witnesses testifying include John B Dorman who outlined evidence against Superintendent of Public Instruction P E McClenahan and officials such as M V Henderson and B Barney. The probe aims to uncover graft, extravagance, and improper expenditures with possible impeachment moves if charges prove substantiated.
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Dex
Maines
Des Moines
Walter Anderson
Greene County
Senate
Greene
R.P. Scott
Marshalltown
Foskett
Page
Pitt
Harrison
White
Benwon
Banta
Delaware
Dutcher
Johnson
Thurston
Clarke
House
Gilmore
Clay
Becker
Grayton
Berry
Monroe
Dord
Howard
Rumley
Decatur
Edson
Buena Vista
Garber
Flood
Santee
Black Hawk
State Board of Audit and
State Executive Council
Superintendent of Public Instruction
McClenahag
M. V. Henderson
B. Barney
Gairy
I Gr
Summer
Board of Health
A. C. Savage
Henderson
Tarmington
Iver
iFarmington
Altho
W. B. Bammer
Dairy and Food
Stari
Barney
Verne Marshall
Ceder Rapids Ga
G. SM. Sumner
Angeles
Florida
Insurance Department
Phouse
Tennitel
Havner
Treasury
Gibson
McClenahan
Tonin
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Capitol Hit
John B. Dorman
Seie
Selenahan
McQlenahan
Pinex based cough remedy promises quick relief
An old home remedy using Pinex and sugar syrup or honey to ease stubborn coughs. It claims instant soothing of air passages and faster recovery from throat or chest colds, bronchitis, croup, hoarseness, and asthma. Includes testimonial on kidney pills and general relief claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinex Co
Ft. Warne
Ind
Be Happy Use Pyramid Pile Suppositories Ad
This ad urges readers to buy Pyramid Pile Suppositories for itching bleeding and protruding hemorrhoids. It claims quick relief and offers a free trial package by sending name and address to Pyramid Drug Co Marshall Michigan.
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Pyramid Drug Co
Pyramid Bldg
Marshall
Mich
Kotalke Promises Hair Growth and Bold Claims
Sworn proof of hair growth after baldness is claimed by users of Kotalke. The ad asserts it stops hair loss and dandruff, offering a money back guarantee if expectations aren’t met. It urges purchases from busy druggists with box directions and a promotional offer.
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Kotalko
McClenahan Faces Censure Amid Impeachment Talks
Probing committee members deem unlikely the chances of acquittal and the panel is set to propose drastic censure or impeachment. Pressures mounted to force resignation from McClenahan who faces charges of irregular expense accounts and nepotism, with the central accusation that he took a $50 fee from teachers' institutes in 1920 at Indianola and Guthrie.
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McClenahen
McClenahan
Indianola
Guthrie
Simple Calonite Method Eases Blackheads Fast
A reported home remedy uses two ounces of calorite powder with hot water and a wet sponge to dissolve blackheads quickly. Rub briefly on the affected skin, rinse, and note pores return to normal without squeezing. Calonite powder is sold in drug stores for this purpose.
Adler-i-ka Ad Claims Gas Relief from Bowel Cleanse
An old advertisement extols Adler-i-ka as the only medicine for gas on the stomach and bowel, with a testimonial from B. L. Wicks claiming exceptional relief. It asserts removal of foul matter and gases, easing pressure on the heart, and promotes curing constipation to prevent appendicitis, from Wangler Bros. Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. L. Wicks
Adler-ika
Wangler Bros. Co
McClenahan Faces Scrutiny Over Speech Fees in 1919
Center Storm Lake Sigourney and Albia are cited in a report from September to October 1919. The article notes McClenahan admitting a $56 fee from institutes and a $4,000 annual salary for speeches to teachers. Legal experts argue the arrangement follows precedent and compare it to a secretary of state's duties charging counties for speeches on the automobile law.
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Center
Storm Lake
Sigourney
Albia
McClenalan
McClenahan
Dr Careys Marshroot Kidney Remedy Ad
A vintage advertisement urges relief from kidney and bladder troubles with Dr Carey s Marshroot. It claims wide use for decades, promises refund if not satisfied, lists symptoms like specks before eyes and backache, and notes Henderson Drug Co and local pharmacists as distributors nationwide.
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Cariey
Daniel G. Carey
Henderson Drug Co
C. J. Miller
Hansen & Hansen
Carey
Past superintendents billed county institutes for addresses
The record notes a strong defense of past practice where former superintendents charged $20 instead of $50 for addresses. Proponents argue the state once capped total spending at $300 yearly, covering all expenses including travel, whereas current rules differ.
Helps Mothers With Cough Relief Ad
Mrs Wm Sager offers to help mothers and shares a testimonial about Foley's Honey and Tar cough syrup. The ad notes the syrup treats whooping cough, colds, and coughing, helps sleep, and is sold everywhere.
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Wm. Sager
Nichol St
Uties
Foley
Dropsy Treatment Promised Free by Dr Miles
A vintage medical advertisement promoting Dr Miles who offers a free four-remedy Dropsy Treatment with Tonic Tablets and Pura-Laxa. Claims swelling relief within six days, with a free examination chart, reports of cures, and a two-pound trial while urging immediate writing to Dr Franklin Miles in Elkhart Indiana.
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Miles
Franklin Miles
Dept. CA
Franklin St
Elkhart
Ind
The Trials of a Housewife narrative testimonial
Read in Providence and Ohio letters praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female troubles backache and nervousness. Women recount long suffering and relief after using the medicine, urging neighbors to try it and requesting the company’s private booklet.
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Providence
R. I
Lydia &. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Herbest L. Cassen
Mens Court
Ohio
Fayette
Chester A. Baty
Illinois
Bloomington
Ill
J. A. McQuitty
Walnut St
Cassen
United States
Hydia B. Pinkham
Tydia
Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Massachusetts
State funds cited for superintendents travel costs
Allegations claim that McClenahan billed the state $50 for travel to Indianola to deliver an official capacity speech and that the state paid his traveling expenses beyond the accepted allowances, raising questions about improper use of public funds.
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MclClenahan
Indianola
Rheumatism prevention and Jad Salts remedy
Many cases of rheumatism now. Stay off damp ground avoid exposure keep feet dry eat less meat drink lots of water and take a spoonful of salts to keep down uric acid. Uric acid, formed in bowels, enters blood. kidneys filter it out. In cold weather skin pores close, kidneys work harder, uric acid accumulates causing pain. Take four ounces of salts in water before breakfast for a week. Jad Salts, inexpensive and safe, helps eliminate uric acid and supports kidneys.
Tint Your Gray Hair at Home with Brownstone
A promotional claim offers Brownstone to restore gray or faded hair with easy use at home. It markets two shades Licht to Medium Brown and Dark Brown to Black, with a free trial by mailing 31 cents to Kenton Pharmaceutical Co in Covington Kentucky.
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Kenton Pharmacal Co
Coppin Elde
Covington
Reolo claims strong flesh and vitality benefits
An advertisement touts Reolo as a miracle tonic improving appetites and pallor in days. It promises increased red blood cell activity, enhanced vital processes, and a revived, healthier look, urging readers to buy a 31 90 box at Hansen & Hansen Drug Store.
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Hansen & Hansen Drug Store
Reolo
Neoln
Official Duty Foreseen in Court Case Fragments
Fragmentary line notes someone acting in an official capacity during a case. The readable text hints at law or procedure but lacks names, places, dates, or outcomes to specify who, where, or when the action occurred.
Rupture Demonstration Arrives in Waterloo at Hotel
J B Weldon arrives on behalf of W S Rice of Adams New York to show Waterloo residents the Rice Method for rupture. Demonstrations occur at Russell Lamson Hotel from 9 to 12 and 2 to 5 with no charge unless convinced.
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Adams
N.Y
J.B. Weldon
Waterloo
Rice
Russell- Lamson Hotel
Oldest Michigan Blacksmith Praises Internal Piles Cure
An 88 year old Homer, Michigan blacksmith and the town’s oldest active smith credits an internal pile treatment for complete relief. He urges others to try the free trial offer, claiming fast, lasting improvement regardless of age or occupation.
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Michigan
Homer
Niles
Jacob Lyon
Mich
E. R. Page
Mershall
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Hite P. E. Mglenaran
Dr. Sumner
W. B. Barney
McClanahan
Teachers’ Institute
McClenahban
Wangler Bros. Company
Gonren
Wangier Bros, Lo
Charles McAllister
Clark Ave
Kearney
N. J
Chaz. A. Bertram Drug
Elston Ave
Chicago
Adler-i-ka
Black
Burch’s
Visea
Faille Suk
Maury
Lydia
Pinkham
Sesibe
Russell-Lamson Hotel
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