One Deceit and the Road Commission Powers
A critical excerpt questions the claim that the state highway commission has supervisory powers. The section outlines duties to plan construction, advise county officials, keep records, and appoint staff, but critics argue it lacks actual supervisory or appropriation authority, suggesting the bill hides no real power. The piece notes the public may be misled by the synopsis attached to the bill.
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Petition push for state good roads plan prompts action
A letter urges local good roads clubs to accelerate signed petitions to influence Des Moines lawmakers after recess. The writer warns legislators may misread reform as a different system and presses for petitions to demand defeat or major changes to the joint roads measure.
Taft Budget Plan Outlined as Remedy for U S Finance
The article lauds President Tafts proposal for a national budget system to align income and expenditure and curb deficits. It argues the plan would save millions yearly, enable debt repayment in twenty years, and modernize government finances amid partisan debate.
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Taft
Congress
Courier
United States
Standard Oil Company
United States Steel Corporation
Local road committee discusses town development plans
A fragmented note shows the Greater Law group debating road projects and civic development in the town. Speakings hint at public input and potential road upgrades to support growth.
Representative Cumming backs Toormanisation plan in Tarath congress
A Webster City briefing notes Tarath legislator Cumming endorsing a broad policy package dubbed Toormanisation. The measure aims to reshape Republican strategy and party organization, with supporters citing organizational efficiency and electoral durability.
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Webster City
Preeman-Tribuno Hd Towner
Tarath Laws Congressionat Dis Mint
Esoutead
Setuutor Cumming
Weather Observer Redefines Forecasts With Daily Signals
The weather observer is a government trained forecaster who uses telegraph and wireless data to chart daily conditions. He tracks storms across the country predicting tomorrow's temperature within two degrees, sparing farmers and picnickers from rough weather.
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Rockies
Jong Nair
Happy Valley
Oklahoma
Ty Cobb
Keeping out of the newspaper by staying on the beaten path
A reprint discusses how newspapers bear responsibility to report fairly for all readers. It notes that public figures cannot expect privacy when they enter legal disputes or defy social norms, and that those seeking privacy should avoid actions that invite coverage.
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Louisville Herald
Old Stunt for Billy and Political Hopes Rise
Des Moines Tribune notes Billy Sunday influence growing as lawyers in Columbus reportedly convert. Knoxville Journal hopes legislative snappiness ends, Davenport Times mentions Cummins backing direct senatorial election with constitutional amendment. Des Moines Register director Gardner Cowles questioned. discussion of potential effect.
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Des Moines Tribune
Columbus
Ohio
Marshalltown Games
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Register and Leader
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Iowa
Road program with teeth in Council Bluffs
The Nonpareil says the people want a strong good roads program but warns that much rhetoric is hollow and lacks solid substance behind the debates. It notes some unfounded statements and noise, yet emphasizes public demand exists for real action.
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Council Bluffs
Real Estate Transfers Recorded by Black Hawk Abstract Co
Real estate transfers list multiple conveyances with buyer seller and parcel identifiers. Transactions include Ferguson to Senffer for land in 887-11 at 14000 dollars and Kennedy to Slegser for 338-ST-14 at 22000, plus several others in Cedar Falls and Waterloo with varied prices.
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Black Hawk Co. Abstract Co
J. A. Ferguson
A. M. Senfferfoin
Authur B. Kennedy
Janes E. Slegser
Betsey IE. Halverson
Marins C. Christensen
BE. Brown
Cedar Falls
JL. M. Vale
Andrew Winther
A.M. Phive
J. A. Ranney
Joa. Ranney
A.M. Ranney
Willis B. McGinnis
Willametta Elliott
Klerk
East Waterloo
Joseph W. Henderson
James M. Pierce
The Evening Chit Chat Efficiency Column Ideas
Ruth Cameron proposes a women’s exchange of home efficiency tips. She urges readers to share short cuts like using a tray at meals and placing the dish drainer left of the dishpan to speed cleanup. She notes arranging dishes by kind and hand positioning aids speed.
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Ruth Cameron
Simple Household Efficiency Card Idea Swap
A reader shares hints for sweeping under furniture by removing the lower drawer and suggests moving around the head of the bed rather than the foot. The note invites simple ideas to join a household efficiency club and pay a small membership fee.
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Household Efficiency Club
Newspaper Ethics And A Tiny Iowa Baby Edna Isabelle
A column argues for responsible news reporting and restraint to protect reputations and avoid harm. The piece stresses discretion by editors, especially regarding women and banks, and urges readers to share information openly with reporters. The narrative shifts to Edna Isabelle, born in Iowa, weighing 25 ounces at birth and now two years old, still under 25 pounds and growing healthily without incubator aid.
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Iowa
Edna Isabelle
Edna
Garrison Couple Claim Smallest Baby Title
Garrison Iowa announces that Mr and Mrs G Fuckinger claim the distinction of having the smallest baby born in the city as of February 28. The account notes the couple from Garrison and identifies the event date and location.
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Garrison, Ia
Foley's Honey & Tar Compound Endorsed by Missouri Farmer
F. B. Walling of Yukon, Missouri, praises Foley's Honey & Tar Compound for his children after a doctor advised its use for coughs. He asserts it always gives the best satisfaction and urges others to try it. Sold by all druggists.
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F. B. Walling
Yukon
Foley
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