Public Utilities Commission Seen as Reform Tool
The Waterloo Courier reviews the Iowa public utilities commission idea, noting it could aid regulation and efficiency if kept clean from special interests. It cites Governor Clarke and the shift toward direct democracy, arguing the commission could benefit both corporations and residents under proper oversight.
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Public
Public Utilities Commission
Iowa
Clarke
Ies
Attaeks
Mexico at a Crossroads and Revolt Fears
A sardonic, cautious reflection on Mexico's political shifts as Huerta rises to power. The writer, wary of immediate upheaval, recalls earlier forecasts about De la Barra and warns that revolution remains possible if leadership falters. The tone blends sarcasm with somber suspicion of instability in Mexico.
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Mexico
de la Barra
Old
Madero
Vivas Huerta
Vivas
Vivas Blondy
Legislative closure seen in Iowa papers from multiple towns
Iowa editorials outline a mix of views on tax and road funding, liquor bills, and government reform. The Albia Union notes lawmakers nearing adjournment in full dress. Burlington Hawk-Eye questions funeral sober living. Cumberland Enterprise compares farm and auto taxes for road work. Marshalltown Times-Republican mentions Taft veto risk over interstate liquor bills as Dabnaue Times-Journal reports on Des Moines commission plan opposition.
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Marshalltown
Benyon
Taft
Delicate Distinction in Tewa City Politics
The Tewa City Republican and President Pearson deny a charge of a deal tied to Temimal obengetyerring. Allegations suggest pressure over a college funding decision, with My Trewin informing of a plan to discontinue state aid. Des Moines Capital reports reflect on the transaction and party positions amid regional newspaper coverage.
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Tewa City
Pearson
My Trewin
Pearsentin
Mr. Trewin
Modern Inventions The Magazine Revolver Critique
The piece denounces the magazine revolver as a dangerous tool that increases death and crime. It argues the device, capable of firing seven or more cartridges, glorifies violence and would empower burglars and dangerous youths, while lamenting higher crime and absurd modern trends.
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Wise Insurance Companies
Newspaper Publishers Convene to Improve News Service
A meeting of editors and publishers endorses the Associated Press service as satisfactory yet notes room for improvement through cooperation and systematic boosting. The gathering benefits attendees by fostering idea exchange and unity in journalism while addressing the ethics of reporting and miscommunication.
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Associated Press
The Evening Chit Chat on Inflection and Meaning
Ruth Cameron reflects on how inflection and emphasis alter language meaning. She notes that same nine words can convey opposite implications depending on delivery and urges readers to consider written words as sounding when imagined aloud. She cites examples and warns that miscommunication often arises from misread tones in letters.
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Stevenson
Report on road committee aims called trifling
Des Moines Register and Leader criticizes the joint roads committees for proposing too little real action. The piece denounces to-the-letter design, noting fixed state highway commission compensation limits and excessive duties for later sections. It argues adjournment without state aid and supervision of permanent highways would shirk the session’s main responsibility. $5 Illinois coal for heater or furnace advertised by Blim & Co.
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Des Moines Register and Leader
Joint Roads Committees
State Highway Commission
Register
Sensationalists Taken To Task In Waterloo Ad Furor
The Waterloo area is buzzing as sensationalists claim new publicity in Waverly. The Waverly Democrat argues the uproar distracts from ongoing issues, noting the city still operates open saloons despite earlier criticism.
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Waverly
Waterloo
Measures Aim at Uniform City Government in Iowa
A 1914 Iowa House bill introduces a five member city and town commission to study uniform municipal law and promote home rule. Commission members will be paid five dollars daily plus travel and secretarial expenses, with reporting due by September 1 1914. The measure was drafted by the Iowa League of Municipalities.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Bernbrook
Waterloo
Iowa League of Municipalities
Gillette
Eggleston
State Board of Health
C. O. Holly
Jones
Senate
Futurity at Nutwood Park Toying with Plans for 15,000 Purse
Nutwood Park in Dubuque will host the upcoming Horseman futurity races at Iowa’s only mile track. Purse totals of 15,000 planned plus a broader card could push overall winnings to around 70,000. Three-year-ou trot 7,500 and three-year-old pace 5,000 lead the futurity divisions with 2 to 3 percent entry fees in May and June.
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Dubuque
Nutwood Park
Iowa
Bruce
Circus) Baldwin
Nutwood Driving Club
Danderine Promises Dandruff Vanish and Fuller Hair
A promotional note extols Knowlton's Danderine claiming a 25 cent bottle doubles hair beauty, removes dandruff, stops itching, and prevents hair loss. The ad asserts immediate scalp relief and thicker, lustrous hair with regular use, urging readers to buy at drug stores or counters.
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Knowlton
Racing entries expected to swell for July and August heats
It is believed that entries entered in July for four percent and those in August for five percent will stay open until race start, drawing a larger and faster field of horses.
Kidney Pills Offered For Kidney and Back Ailments
Chilled and wet feet can cause internal organ issues and kidney and bladder inflammation with rheumatic back pain. Foley Kidney Pills are promoted as the best remedy for kidney disorders, bladder irregularities, backache, and rheumatism with no habit forming drugs. Tonic and fast-acting, sold by all druggists. Harman Coal Co advertises coal prices with phone 405.
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L. Miller
Norfolk
Nebr
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