Hungary a patch of ground with bold boasts and history
The piece portrays Hungary as a historic, populous land in Europe with 9 million Magyars, dense emigration, and a lively self image. It claims battles against nations, internal diversity, and a strong farming ethos led by Corn Planter imagery. Budapest and the Gama River are highlighted as national prides.
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Hungary
Europe
Yara
Germany
Austria
Russia
Italy
Constantinople
Galorade
New York
United States
Mungary
Carpathians
Tiungary
Kansas
Iowa
Sim
Exposition Bill Advances in Iowa Legislature
Des Moines reports the Iowa House passed a 75000 dollar bill to aid the San Francisco exposition exhibit, with the measure awaiting Senate action where vetoes may be considered. The session also moves a home rule bill for cities, a constitutional amendment on women suffrage, and temperance agenda items facing action.
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Des Moines
Iowa
House
Senate
Clum
Legisature
San Francisco
Arney
Marshall
Kimberly
Scott
Iowa League of Municipalities
Messrs
Glasgow
Muellar
Pierce
Legislative Committee
Allen
Committee On
Hypocrisy Fails To Undo County School Superintendent Reform
A partisan clash over repealing a new law for appointing county school superintendents is analyzed. The piece argues against politics in school leadership, defending merit and nonpartisan appointments, noting the senate may nullify the house measure while preserving the reform logic.
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Abe Jowa Louse
Thirty-Ffth General Assembly
Eltizona
Nurelty
Universal
Senate
Tower House
To the Heart of the Matter About Money Endowments
A critique argues that money endowments tempt institutions to rely on donors rather than people, stifling democratic control. It laments endowments fueling reform causes while warning wealth can corrupt modest aims and sustain failing outfits. The piece notes temperance and socialist efforts attract backers, while true virtue needs no funding. It also cites a Rock Island circular predicting economic stimulation and factory hiring from money-infused campaigns.
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Lncomen
Nazarene
Rock Island
Senator Acknowledges Graft Label but Seeks Governor Censure
A state senator admits the senate’s historic practice of hiring costly help was indefensible yet argues the governor should be censured for calling it graft. If his proposal passes it would not be the first time a man faced punishment for naming things honestly.
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Senate
The Skids of Long Ago in Newspaper Life
A Topeka Capital essay contrasts newsroom habits with old wisdom on sociable visitors. It cites Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes on how guests linger, and notes a broader shift toward formal control of time in modern work. The piece hints at labor issues and broader social changes through historical quotes and a wagging finger at politicking.
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Topeka
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Loltwrer
Duc
Views of the Pele and the Press Editor Letter
A letter to the editor denounces certain editorials as bunk and urges unity in defending press freedom. The writer criticizes New York defamation of industry life and calls for public support of workers, education, and rational critique amid a looming consolidation of power and a call for united action.
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New York
AL Hanson
President Wilson Warns on Rail Credits Support
Excerpt from a letter to Director Trumbull urges sustained railway credits and railroad support amid urgent national needs. The missive stresses government backing to keep rail service stable and credit lines open during wartime pressures.
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Wilson
Trumbull
Ohio
Ateren
Buy It Now Campaign Urged by Rock Island Workers
Des Moines reports the Rock Island traffic department urges employees to buy goods now to support spring needs. The campaign aims to boost consumption during upcoming months and notes benefits tied to timely purchases.
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Des Moines
Rock Island
Carranza Expels Spanish Minister from Mexico
Washington reports General Carranza ordered the Spanish minister to leave Mexican soil within 24 hours from midnight February 19. The minister departed Mexico City for Vera Cruz aboard the battleship Dela J, awaiting further instructions. The note adds no location details for Angel de Caso.
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Washington
State Department
Lam
Carranza
Moxiqo
Angel de Caso
Mexico Ciy
Vera Crna J
de Caso
Legation
Cretary
Vera Cruz
Hmit
Mexica
Strength Unearthed by Necessity in Daily Life
A Ruth Cameron column argues that necessity reveals hidden powers in people. A nurse daughter, nursing her pneumonia patient, shows how urgency transforms ability from “I can’t” to “I had to.” The piece urges facing the future without fear, recognizing untapped reserves within us all.
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Ward
Wwe
Nature
Nyana
Senate Considers Spring Recess And Warrant Search Reform
The senate discussed a possible recess from Friday the 26th to Thursday March 4 to allow members to consult constituents. Debate over a bill limiting costs in search warrant cases revealed concern about arbitrary enforcement of liquor laws and graft. A separate measure authorizing cities to hire special census enumerators next spring has been favorably reported and remains in good form for passage.
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Senate
Ecounty
Judiciary Committee
Pairness to the Press in Iowa Libel Law Debate
Sioux City Journal argues Iowa libel law favors plaintiffs and urges Caswell bill to limit damages to actual losses unless malice shown. It endorses allowing retractions and earned protections for newspapers, noting errors arise from rush and human limits in reporting. The piece defends press responsibility and seeks fair remedies.
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Sioux City Journal
Iowa
Thoroly
Des Moines
G. L. Caswell
Denison Bulletin
Press
J. A. Smith
J. B. Smith
F. A. Smith
Caswell
Pape's Diapepsin Quick Relief for Stomach Trouble
Advertised remedy claims rapid, lasting relief from indigestion heartburn and gas. It promises five minute improvement, no belching or sour stomach, and a return to normal eating without fear. Produced as a fifty cent case and positioned as a cure for dyspepsia and stomach disorders.
Caswell bill and fair treatment for Iowa newspapers
The Caswell bill, modeled on Minnesota’s libel statute, is praised for delivering justice to newspapers without harming private citizens. Iowa’s newspaper fraternity seeks a square deal for editors who uphold professional standards and avoid malicious libel.
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Fraternity
Iowa
South Awakening Signals Crop Diversification
The U S Department of Agriculture says the south will escape a financial depression by reducing cotton focus. Cotton acreage is down slightly as fall wheat and oats rise by about 3.7 million acres, over ten percent of last year's cotton. Early reports show plans to expand spring corn and oats Planting.
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United States Agricultural Department
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