Iowa Debate on Amendments Signals Sparse House Support
Des Moines leaders report key constitutional amendments pending in the legislature. The prohibitory measure likely advances Monday but must return for another session. Debates loom on women suffrage and tax reform by public utility property, with mixed votes and limited movement on initiative and referendum. A bill to make Iowa dry progresses toward governor’s signature amid calls for vetoes and debates on enforcement. The article notes legislative hesitancy, public reaction, and local monument plans tied to war veterans.
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Des Moines
House
Earl
Cullums
Minnie Bronson
Iowa
Sahara Desert
Senate
Mueller
Davenport
Senate Committee
Prohibition Law Stalls Enforcement Powers in Iowa
Des Moines February 20. The house voted to remove support for enforcement by state officials and defeated the bill to authorize the attorney general to employ a state agent and grant peace officer status. Representative Bronson lauded temperance while Arch McFarigue backed repealing the mulct law. Also, Clinton McMillan of Geneva earned an exhibit honor at the Panama Pacific exposition for a painting.
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Des Moines
House
Bronson
Black Hawk
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Raymond
Iowa
Black Hawk County
Arch McFarigue
Insurance interests paramount at capitol
Des Moines February 20 The Clarkson workers compensation bill faces strong insurance company pressure. After a third hearing advocates report growing opposition among senators once favorable, and the measure is likely to be defeated.
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Paramount
Capitol
Des Moines
Clarkson
Soldiers Monument Contract Awarded for McGregor Cemetery
McGregor February 20 The contract for the soldiers monument to be erected in Pleasant Grove cemetery has been let and it is expected the monument will be completed promptly. The announcement emphasizes timely completion and honors veterans.
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Lincoln
Gettysburg
G. A. St
Clayton County
Strawberry Point
Edgewood
McGregor Cemetery
McGregor
Pleasant Grove Cemetery
State Y M C A Begins Thirty-Seventh Meeting
Marshalltown Iowa Y M C A opens its thirty seventh annual convention with strong attendance including many high school boys. Committees are formed and business arrangements laid out. Two banquets honor men and boys in the new $90,000 building officially dedicated Thursday night. Harold J. Wilson of Burlington acts as toastmaster. Speakers include Harvey Ingham Des Moines Fred B. Smith and David R Porter of New York City.
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Marshalltown
Iowa Y. M C. A
General Assembly Slaughtering Bills In Iowa
Des Moines reports both houses moving to curtail many measures. Obituary list includes bills on fireproof hotels taxkez exemption, $5000 for Chicago jubilee, county crop expert funding, county surveyor restoration, drain jurisdiction, bird and animal life in schools, and road financing shifts including a $2 tax by July 1. Two other highway tax bills recommended for passage alongside.
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Des Moines
House
Senate
Kimball
Iowa
Chicago
Senator Perking
Senator Doran
Boards of Supervisors
Garton
Polk
Senate Committee On
Balkema
Change in weed laws and rail rate fight details
The article notes a shift in weed control deadlines from fifteen days to between July 1 and August 1 and mentions a financial struggle over freight and passenger rates. It cites Iowa contributing 16 000 dollars toward a Western States effort, with railroads opposing interstate claims. States plan actions in March and April, with several others pledging funds to support the fight.
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Iowa
Senate
Interstate Commerce Commission
Chicago Board of Trade
Wid
Strahan Banker 15 Preed Pays In Full
E H Ralston once Strahan Jr bank officer, jailed in Glenwood on bank failure indictment, released on Feb 20. Indictment dismissed on county attorney’s recommendation. Ralston surrendered bank property to the receiver and posted bond with Missouri backers to cover any remaining debt after creditors are paid. He departed for Conception, Missouri after release.
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Ralston
Conception
Man Loses $900 Hidden in Trunk After Bankalike Theft
Red Oak reports Peter Wombold had $900 stolen Tuesday night from an old trunk. Sheriff Jackson alerted area authorities in Kansas City Mound City Glenwood Council Bluffs and other places. Suspicion falls on a respected local man who vanished about the same time. investigators push to locate him and secure evidence.
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Red Oak
Peter Wombold
Wombold
Jackson
Kansas City
Mound City
Glenwood
Council Bluffs
Gun Fight With Cedar Rapids Footpads Ends in Capture
Cedar Rapids on February 20 John Usher of the Rock Island freight house was captured after a revolver battle between police and Carlson and an accomplice who held up D. D. Baker at Marion and robbed him of 14 dollars. The other footpad was wounded and escaped.
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Cedar Rapids
John Usher
Rock Island
Carlson
D. D. Baker
Marion
Brommenschenkel Sale Draws Large Crowd in Eagle Center
Jamay Maynard loaded his car to move to Dexter Minnesota where he bought a farm. Dora Rosaver spent a week in Waterloo with friends. Peter Weber from Harper is visiting his son J Weber and family. Mrs Bromenschenkel and family plan to move to Waterloo before March 1. Joe Greany and Mrs Greany moved onto the Geo Saul farm Thursday.
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Eagle Center
Jamay Maynard
Hudson
Dexter
Minn
Dora Rosaver
Waterloo
Peter Weber
Harper,le
J. Weber
Wm. Steimel
Subiett
S. Bromenschenkel
Brommenschenkel
Joe Greany
Blessing
Geo. Saul Farm
Free illustrated book on rupture relief promised
An advertisement-style text seeks names and addresses to mail a free illustrated book about a supposed rupture locking device. It touts comfort, a secure non slipping fit, and a “trial offer” while urging readers to judge the claims themselves. It mentions many beneficiaries and appeals to those with ruptures.
Residents, Visitors Share News from Cedar Valle and Waterloo
Waverly society column notes Mrs Barker of Denver visiting here. Struckmeyer moved to Mercy hospital Monday for a serious operation. Mrs Struckmeyer rests at home on Bruner street. Mrs Seifert and son Paul visited Cedar Valley to spend Sunday with Mrs Joe Miller. Miss Taartariage spent yesterday with friends in Waterloo. Gary joined Ralph Dean’s family Friday, a son Clarence Wilcox born at Bremer Avenue home. Henry Bartling of Waterloo visited the Brule family. Mrs John Volwit returned home after visits in Cedar Falls and Waterloo. Mr and Mrs Pred Mualler hosted a card party last night. J A Dawson was a Waterloo caller. Landlord Turner sold Portner hotel to McClure & Harris of Krintersburg. they took possession Wednesday. Turner family left Thursday for Omaha. Harry Sinderson moved to W W Getta’s home after hospital care.
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Wieverdyel
Wd Barker
Denver
Fred Struckmeyer
Mercy Hospital
Muuraday
Struckmeyer
Bt Street
Seifert
Paul
Cedar Valle
Joe Miller
Waterloo
Gary
Ralph Dean
Clarence Wilcox
Bremer Avenue
Henry Bartling
Hey
Wd. Brule
John Volwit
Cedar Palle
Pred Mualler
J. A. Dawson
Waterlon
Turner
Portner
McClure & Harria
Krintersburg
W. W. Getta
Local notices and society brief from year old city
Wernent underwent an operation for appendicitis. Mrs Varrie Moore died at her home on Thursday after a long illness. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2:30 in Janesville. The club enjoyed a dance at their hall last evening. another is planned in two weeks. Mr and Mrs Halo announced the birth of their son J Tale yesterday. Superintendent Geight will attend a convention in Cincinnati next week. Mrs J Wastetto will cover Mr Griffin's classes while he is away. Mrs Whitnay traveled to Chicago for illness of her uncle in Nevis Minnesota.
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Varrie Moore
Sha
Janesville
Jersey
Mra
Halo
Tripeli
J. Tale
Geigith
Chicinnati
J. ¥. Wastetto
Griffi
Whitnay
Uh Xlehneas
Red Culver
Nevis
Minn
Ice Gorge Breaks Up After Warm Night Near Rail Bridge
Ice in the river weakened by continued warm weather and a gorge formed at Chautauqua park above the railroad bridge. A large cake of ice broke up during the night, blocking the stream for six feet at Rodgwick island this morning.
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Chautauqua Park
Rodgwick Island
Fragmentary report on bridge incident and rescue efforts
Messy OCR fragment describes a bridge break in progress with mentions of divers and morning activity. It hints at an ongoing rescue or investigation with notes of the bridge area and possible weakness in the structure. Readable details are limited and names or precise places are unclear.
New Census Law Now Operative
A new state census law, already approved by the legislature and the governor, calls for population counts after May 7 in cities with 36,000 or more residents. Special enumerators at $3.40 daily may count up to 2,000 people each for up to 60 days, with 15 to 16 extra workers starting May 1, and penalties for nonresponse. The aim is to improve city tallies where residents often leave for winter climates. The early rural counts show a gain over the federal census of 1810, indicating stronger population figures.
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Comana
Duvink
Waterloo
Toway
Cascarets Advertise Gut Health and Headache Relief
A vintage ad touts Cascarets for digestive issues including constipation, sour stomach, and headaches. It promises a 10-cent box, overnight relief, and a clear head by morning, claiming pills work while you sleep and are safe for children.
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