House May Not Ban Multilaw A Repeal Delayed to Feb
Des Moines reports unexpected opposition by several city members to repealing the mulct law. Dry leaders fear a wet coalition may defeat repeal while hoping to put the prohibitory amendment to a public vote. Wets press compromise to submit if drys oppose repeal. some drys could oppose repeal by several votes. The chamber contemplates delaying test until Washington Birthday as senators move to take up the Senate bill after committee action.
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Des Moines
Ciry
House
Senate
Crozier
Marion
Clarkson
Washington
Lincoln
Roberts
Committee On Constitutional Amendments
Eckmans Alterative Promoted for Tuberculosis Treatment
An advertisement from the Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia endorses Eckmans Alterative for tuberculosis and related throat and bronchial conditions. It claims lime loss affects TB, promotes rest and diet, and notes the product contains a lime salt and lacks opiates or habit-forming drugs.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Eckman
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
Jad Salts Kidney Flush Aids Calcium Like Remedy
A newspaper notice promotes Jad Salts as a flushing remedy for sluggish kidneys and bladder issues. It claims benefits including relief from backache headaches and stomach trouble and notes sale by H. W. Taggart at a local drugstore.
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H.’W. Taggart
Disease outbreak forces slaughter and burning at Jesup farm
Hoof and mouth disease discovered at the Theodore Schmidt farm five miles east of Jesup prompts immediate action. One hundred seven cattle and hogs will be killed and a barn and hay burned to prevent spread, with strict quarantine enforced by state officials after discovery by J J Gibson the state veterinarian.
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Jesup
Theodore Schmidt
J. J. Gibson
Boiler Explosion Kills Three Men in Des Moines
A boiler explosion at the Menlo electric light plant in Des Moines cost three men their lives. Victims include engineer Erman Willey and Frank Ray and M. A. Benun whose homes are in Des Moines. Letters found on one body addressed Miss Cora Bowers suggest plans to return to Des Moines and forward mail to Atlantic, Iowa. An investigation by Coroner J. A. Taylor is underway.
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Des Moines
Menlo
Erman Willey
Frank Ray
M. A. Benun
Cora Bowers
J. A. Taylor
Guthrie County
Miss Bowers
Atlantic
Loyal Order of Moose
Taylor
George M. Buckley
Woman in Court as Stabbing Case Unfolds
In Mason City Iowa Judge Joseph J Clark hears a novel case with two women in court Mrs Dicia Rector accused of stabbing Florence Rowe during a June 12 clash in a back yard. Rowe alleges two deep wounds a shoulder and abdomen and Captain Campbell testifies Rector gave him a knife during the fight.
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Mason City
Joseph J. Clark
Dicia Rector
Florence Rowe
Milk valued as cheap food in dairy exhibit car
Dr Thompson claims one quart of milk equals ten eggs in nutritive value and presents a table of foods matching milk. The table lists prunes cheese apples oranges bread potatoes and beans with varied ounce and pound measures as part of a dairy association exhibit on a Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul rail line car.
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Thompson
Towa State Dairy Association
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Davenport Resists Dry Law Losses as Saloons Cut
Davenport faces a $59,740 revenue drop if Iowa goes dry, with 74 saloons paying taxes that fund city services. By July 1 the count will drop to 43, affecting mill levy needs and a projected $34,000 rise for next year.
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Davenport
Iowa
Alfred Mueller
Mueller
Independent Malting Company
Davenport Brewing Company
Dubuque
Dubugue
State Senate
House
Des Moines Liquor Case Abandoned in Court
The Des Moines saloon consent case was abandoned in District Judge Hubert Utterback's court. A ruling is set for 9 o'clock next Monday morning after drys summarize evidence already presented. the decision will be formal and prepared promptly. Judge Utterback stated he will review the evidence immediately.
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Des Moines
Hubert Utterback
Court Expects Decision Next Monday In Betting Case
The judge said no delay after evidence is submitted and will render a ruling in a couple of days. Saloons have until next week to operate while legal proceedings continue, with the matter set for Monday morning. Foley’s Honey and Tar is recommended for coughs and colds by druggists.
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Foley
Saloon Legislation Blow to Sioux City
Sioux City reports uncertain impact from Nebraska saloon license changes as South Sioux City ponders permit rules. Council limits to two groggeries, while four wholesalers may operate without south-end sites. Developers hold towns along streetcar lines and expect renewed council attention in April.
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Sioux City
Nebraska
Salcom
State Senate
South Sioux City
South Sioux
Covington
Brewery Plans Unmade Spark South Sioux City Debate
The article reports that Kingsbury of the Meux City Arendas company returned from New York and states there are no brewery plans in South Sioux City. Wholesalers warn the Webb Kenyon Law may not stop shipments to private consumers, while Nebraska firms face restrictions on interstate liquor sales for private use.
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Sioux City
Galuguinen
Alent AM Brewery
Kingsbury
Meux City
Arendas Company
New York
Onlw
Stowe
Diqver
Webb-Kenyon
Nebraska
Iiqhar
Regulations for Lent Ash Wednesday Observance
The diocese announces Lenten rules for Ash Wednesday February 17 start. Specklenten services mark observance with programs to be announced before the season. Fasting rules apply to adults over 21, with exemptions for the sick pregnant or nursing women and those over 60 or with health risks.
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Specklenten
Hair care ad promises beautiful rapid growth product
An advertisement claims a product named Danoru?fe 25 cent Danderine will beautify hair, remove dust and dirt, and stimulate new growth within weeks. It urges readers to obtain a bottle from druggists or follet counters and try it for dramatic results.
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Catherine Hale
Fiat
Lent fasting rules and indulgences described in decree
The text outlines Lent fasting obligations including meat abstinence on fast days, permitted meat once a day on certain days, and exceptions for workers and families. It mentions special privileges granted by the holy see, rules on abstinence, and a decree about the Easter rites and indulgences with rosary prayers and plenary indulgence under conditions.
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Holy See
Driales
Chislocos
Chur
Hubien
Best Laxative For Children Advertisement Copy
A 19th century style ad promotes Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as the best laxative for children. It claims gentle action without opiates or war drugs, emphasizes pleasant taste, and offers $1 per bottle with mail order to Dr. W. T. Caldwell at Monticello, Mississippi.
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Chi Dres da de
Caldwell
Syroy Vansall
Washington
L. Monticello
Spring fashions and home goods at Paul Davis Day sale
An old time advertisement promotes Mrs. O Hourke corsets, Dustless polish, floor care, and a wide range of spring apparel. It highlights new Gossard lace corsets, hats, neckwear, dresses, and children's wash dresses with special prices and in store demonstrations.
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Lousshold
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O'Hourke
Miss Tate
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