New Era Notes on Townley and Politics
A column discusses North Dakota farmers, Townley movement risks, and the need for a unified producer group. It warns against many small associations and urges stronger organization to resist price manipulation, citing labor union strength as a model. It also covers U.S. stance on joining the international court and political dynamics in the Senate, plus weather musings and March previews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Townley
American Federation of
Labbor
Towaley's New Scheme and Townley Promoter Critique
The letter condemns Townley the arch Nonpar league promoter convicted of disloyalty to the country during the war. It warns that if smooth talking agents target Midwest farmers with sensational catalogs the result would be a repeat of past deceits. It questions the National Producers Alliance and towns Townley's leadership, urging vigilance among farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towaley
ALC
Townley
Oer
Sroken
Toose
Frairies
North Dakota
Toxmey
National Producers Alliance
Ay Food Producers
Dusty Lungs and Tuberculosis Risks for Miners
Dr William Brady discusses dust related lung diseases from mining work, noting pneumonokoniosis and its variants, the protective or harmful effects of various dusts including coal and silica, and the link to tuberculosis. he cites studies, practical advice on diagnosis, and cautions on self treatment. The article includes Q&A on exercise with heart conditions and citrate of soda as a home remedy.
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Persod
E Kypsm -Factory
Iime
E.R. Hayhurst
Olio
Roemserves
William Brady
Friend Wife by Rob Fulkerston
Imogene questions James Hurley as Andrew defends Jim’s integrity. The couple quarrel over a misinterpreted lunch at the City Club, where Jim supposedly joked about Andrew’s wife. A no-nonsense Andrew denies any redheaded intrigues involving Myra Kells and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Hurley
Imogene
Andrew
Nudey
Jim
Timogene
Tnogene
Kitty
George Ishington
Kitts
Andy
Wicey
Poe
Mike
Inogene
Roofed Highways Idea Surfaces In Sioux City Journal
Iowa editors discuss Senator B Kimberly of Davenport proposing steel roofed highways for Scott county roads replacing paving. The plan calls for steel columns in concrete with white painted covering to shed rain and dust, claiming a 265 day usable surface with maintenance limited to oiling. The piece questions if the proposal is practical or a joke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
The Morning Bells by Frank L. Stanton
A fragmentary verse piece by Frank L. Stanton contemplates dawn and darkness. It weaves imagery of morning bells, dreams, and perseverance as shadows fade and life’s journey continues toward light.
Covered Roads as a Political Satire by Senator Kimberly
The article discusses a legislative proposal for roofed highways to shelter travelers from storms and heat. It argues roofed roads would be durable and profitable, potentially attracting crowds, while noting the bill may be a satire on legislative overreach and humor in lawmaking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Backserteher
Barkenhold
Kimberly
Towa
Iowa
General Assembly
Burroughs Nature Club Notes and Answers 1921
A column from 1921 Burroughs Nature Club Notes presents questions on bird egg coloration cactus blossoms and a short Q&A on topics from scepters to fox litters barnacles and marine crustaceans. It includes narrative excerpts about life at sea and personal reflections on characters, memory and moral themes.
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Nature Notes
Susanne
J ' Wet
Susanne Jones
Phil
Sheila
Sarah Hartwell
Sarah
Althoushe
Althe
Walter
Walter Jones
Dill Street
Spencer
What Happened When Sheila Elliston Refused Love
Fragmented excerpt shows Sheila's decline after a war era crisis. Mrs Wilmington questions how to revive Mrs Spencer’s spirit as a husband is urged to reunite with his wife and express desire. The passage reflects strained relationships and emotional turmoil.
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Sheila Elliston
Pug
Sarah
Thornton Emstressly
Spencar
Altho
Phil
Sarah Hartwell
Sheila
Mr.Spencer
Abe Martin Reflects On Good Old Days And Young Republicans
Abe Martin muses on life in the past with horse and buggy, noting how older times shaped young people entering life and the kind of republican spirit they might adopt. The reminiscence contrasts the values of early days with contemporary prospects, preserving a folksy tone.
Fifty Years Ago In The Courier February 27 1872
Column of brief notes from 1872 include Florida letter from Key West on its population and turtle fishery, a Des Moines directory figure, a compromised lawsuit payment, a Jefferson house landlord's dinner for four boarders, an amputation of Truman Aldridge, a harsh cold spell with 20 below zero and strong wind, a frost depth finding by J W Logan, and attendance at Dr. G J Mack lectures.
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R. _ Russell
Florida
Courier
Key West
Des Moines
Ust Jesuedl
Fort y Ye News Roundup and Local Notes
Fort y Ye reports a kerosene can explosion damaging a B C R N engine during a blockade. Miss Carria Lowell is discharged after an assault case. J J Knapp buys a Warren drug store. Finchford reports 13 smallpox cases with 3 deaths. Iowa State College enrollment totals 282. Snow drifts slow Burlington route. old farmer scenes contrasted with 1776 and 1875. City election sites listed by ward.
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Finchford
St. A
Iowa Agricultural College
Ames
Anniversary of Supt and Mrs Sweeney Marked by Friends
Last Tuesday marked the twenty seventh anniversary of the marriage of Supt and Mrs J K Sweeney. A large number of friends from this city and Cedar Falls visited them, with news of a planned change for the Commercial Bank to a national bank after capital stock of 50000 was taken up by a list of local investors. A snowstorm disrupted rail traffic, delaying Sunday readings. two men, T P Hummel and Joe Hileman, traveling from Gilbertville, attempted a river crossing where their sleigh sank through ice and the team narrowly escaped damage as water reached 20 feet.
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J.K. Sweeney
Cedar Falls
Commercial Bank
D. Platt
J. G Platt
F. L. Gilbert
J. H. Smith
E.M. Mabie
J. L. Cooley
R. B. Manson
W. W. Miller
Munger
G. ©. Newton
E. T. Cowin
T. P. Humme
Joe Hileman
Gilbertville
Jake
Mr. Hummel
Spectacular ice break up near Davenport noted in 1900s report
Twenty years ago on a March Monday the town recorded ice breaking from Davenport moorings after a warm spell. Several injuries were logged including H R Curtis with a broken ankle. The funeral of Harry Pratt was held in Cedar Rapids with notable clergy present as the Vienna bakery expanded its operation. A dramatic melodrama excerpt ends with Sheila and Phil finding a rare moment of happiness before the tale closes.
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Grace -Melcher-Zaiser
Henry Weis
St. John's Methodist Church
Davenport
Harry 0. Pratt
H. O. Pratt
Cedar Rapids
Methodist Episcopal
H. H. Green
Dubuque
B. J. Lockwood
J. G. van Ness
Brain Teasers by Sage Lorn
A consumer ponders wartime price shifts and real wages. He recalls earning enough to pay bills with $200 left monthly and computes real annual earnings by comparing 40 percent living cost increases to a 14 percent pay rise, concluding a $170 yearly shortfall.
Why March Was Like a Lamb by MHS F A Walker
A poetic tale set in spring where March, eager for a frolic, clashes with sisters April and May who persuade him to drive February away. April laments the cold, May smiles, and February retreats as March clears the snow, leaving Narah mild that year due to the sisters’ pleas.
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March
April
Debruary
May
February
Marci
Old February
April Dogeetl
Fouk
Jewey May
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Friend Wife
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Houghton Mifflin
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Carria Lowell
Spring Creek Township
Squire Newton
la Porte City
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J. J. Knapp
Warren, II
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York City
Burlington, Cedar Rapid & Minnesota Railroad
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Reporter
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Stokes Farm
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C.F. Fowler
Washington, D. C
Theodore Roosevelt
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