Governor Carroll Veto Message Analyzed In Iowa Press
The Des Moines Capital debated Governor Carroll's veto of the Oregon primary bill, arguing constitutional reasoning masks political motives. It contrasts standpatters led by Lafayette Young with supporters seeking direct voter input and questions the fairness of the current senatorial election method.
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Lafayette Young Praised for Legislative Influence in Iowa
The piece celebrates Lafayette Young for his skill in guiding the Iowa legislature as he leverages the governor amid political maneuvering. It portrays him as a successful political operator shaping state governance.
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Lafayette Young
Iowa
Fair State
Unfair Kulp bill would tax cars and spread funds evenly
The Kulp measure taxes automobiles statewide and distributes revenue equally to all 99 counties. Proponents say cities with most cars would subsidize rural counties with little auto ownership. Critics call for a science backed highway plan and targeted state aid before more funds are spent.
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If Reciprocity Fails It Spurs Action on Tariff Reform
Democratic congressmen urge an extra session to push reciprocity and tariff reform. They argue passage is needed to avoid farmer harm and price effects, challenging Safe Young and grange groups to explain delays. The piece contrasts failed skills in various trades with political stakes in economic policy.
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Spirit of the Iowa Press News Notes
The column reflects a weathered snippet from the Spirit of the Iowa Press, preserving a glimpse of local reporting style and archival tone from an era of Iowa journalism.
Schedules and political squalls across Iowa papers
The Cedar Rapids Republican envisions an acceptable solution if legislature unites on Judge Deemer amid deadlock while Davenport Times notes teams playing 142 home games. Onawa Democrat cites politics and Oregon bill, and Sioux City Tribune recalls a liquor incident with a washer lady. Iron Man Breaks Down details a senator’s emotional moment in the Senate. Des Moines Register and Leader commentary argues on women's labor and pants as a male badge of authority.
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Teachers Seek Professional Standing And Rights In 1911 Iowa
A Cedar Rapids Gazette opinion notes the era's social norms while urging teachers to gain professional standing and secure rights. The Marshalltown Times-Republican argues certificates and successful records safeguard practitioner standards across professions including medical, legal, nursing, and teaching.
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Taft Keeps Platform Promises In Face Of Taft Foe Critics
The Washington insiders fear Taft’s reciprocity push may alienate the Old Guard. The president favors freer trade with Canada, and Democrats back the move as aligned with traditional principles. Taft’s focus remains on deeds over political theatrics, while support within his party remains divided.
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Boy of 11 seeks work after theft sparks empathy
An 11 year old boy who stole to support his family is jailed. The Springfield Journal argues society should help him, noting his father left when he was 4, his mother and brother to feed, and that his crime aimed to keep them from starvation. The ad urges employers to consider his plight.
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Desperate boy guards jail as mother endures harsh winter hardship
Deputy Sheriff Thayer learns of a jailed youth after a home search uncovers a bare, freezing shack and starving mother and infant. The boy admits theft to stave hunger and cold, pleading for mercy and a second chance. The article laments lack of training for troubled youths and urges compassion over punishment. It ends with an advertisement for Foley Kidney Pills.
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Mary Cretzmeyer Awarded First Grade Certificate
Word reached Waverly Iowa that Miss Mary Cretzmeyer county superintendent elect received a first grade teaching certificate after a recheck raised her marks. On March 1 she will be sworn in as county superintendent with Miss Sullivan retiring from the office.
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Thirty Hogs Smothered At Denver Farmyard
Farmer Besh of near Denver lost thirty hogs in a tragic incident when a crowded room became blocked by pigs. The deadly suffocation occurred after the hogs crowded into a small resting room and the door shut, a significant financial loss at six dollars and fifty cents per hundred.
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Quickest Simplest Cough Care Recipe Card
This old recipe claims a pint lasts a family long and costs much less than store bought syrup. Mix two thirds cup warm water with half cup granulated sugar, add 2 ounces Pinex to a pint bottle, shake two minutes, and take a teaspoonful every one to three hours for relief.
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The Willow Plume Tale and a Card With Your Name
A columnist doubts risky plume making methods and advocates humane craft. The essay warns of child labor in feather work and urges safer, identifiable personal cards to speed in emergencies after recounting a deadly hospital delay.
Residents seek injunction against six Floyd county druggists
Mrs. E. B. Nichols of Rockford filed petitions in Floyd county district court to enjoin six drug stores from selling intoxicating liquor. Petitions target Charles City firms and others in Nora Springs Rockford and Rudd. Co E Carragher of Rudd is the only permit holder not targeted.
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Dawson May Refuse Secretaryship
Washington reports the president offered Representative Dawson of Iowa the secretary to the president post. Dawson is considering the offer and is unlikely to accept. He left his re election bid to pursue bank presidency at the First National Bank of Davenport, Iowa, where his salary would be higher. Friends say banking appeals more.
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