American Railroads Union Pacific My George Fitch
A historical sketch of the Union Pacific railroad amid government support and later expansion by Harriman. It traces the line from early project to its 1913 finances, debts, and acquisitions including Southern Pacific and Oregon Railway, detailing reach from Councy Bluffs to Puget Sound and the line’s wealth and operations.
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Union Pacific
George Fitch
Union Pacific Railroad
San Francisco
Gulf
Cornell Wulls
Jofeil
Great West
Harriman
Southern Pacific
Oregon Railway and Navigation Company
National Capitol
Wapriman
Councy Bluffs
Oxyde
Utah
Portland
Ore
Puget Sound
Omaha
Missouri
Pacific
Union
Lackawanna
The Anway Spirit in Hansenl Iowa
A historical notice celebrates W H Anway born with crippling disability who built a hardware business in Hansell Iowa. Despite loss of use of his legs he learned to move with aid of wheels and a tram behind the counter, expanded his shop, hired workers, and supported a large family. The piece praises perseverance and the motto do it anyway to inspire others.
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Hansenl
AgWar
Hansell
Self
Anwar
W- H Anway
Lelen Keller
Anway
The Child Question In Iowa University Welfare Plan
Statewide efforts push to create a child welfare bureau at the university endorsed by several city women’s groups. The plan would study heredity nutrition hygiene dentistry sociology education and applied psychology to help infants gain an equal chance in life. Critics question whether a university department can address basic needs like bread and beefsteak or warm footwear for neglected children.
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Iowa
Resignation of Cole Blease Shocks South Carolina
The piece questions Cole Blease's abrupt resignation as governor five days before his term ends. It notes his prior career as lawyer and elector, his pardons of over 3,000 convicts, and odd acts like using the militia for conscience reasons. It dismisses calls for explanations and ends with a fatalistic warning.
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Cole Blesse
South Carolina
Mr. Hiease
Hiease
Blease
Cole Blease
Blezse
State Penitentiary
Robbing the Road Fund and Immigration Bill Move Ahead
The piece rails at road funding schemes in Iowa, calling them theft from hunters licenses and urging prudence in bonding counties for permanent roads. It also notes public sentiment on war, Europe, and the literacy test as President Wilson prepares to sign the immigration bill after Senate passage.
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Down
Union
Towa
Fort Dodge
Iowa
Senate
Washington
Terence
Unemployment Minds Shift in a New Society View
The article argues unemployment is a systemic issue not a personal fault, noting Massachusetts 11 percent unemployment among organized workers and widespread jobless seekers. It cites the American Association of Unemployment, calls for public solutions like state labor bureaus, unemployment insurance, better seasonal labor regulation, stricter ad oversight, public works, and broad social responsibility.
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Massachusetts
Sista
Yiso
Carey
Washington
Tannenbaum
Bouck White
New York
To the Heart of the Matter About the All Around Man
The essay laments over-specialization and urges value for versatile, capable individuals. It contrasts the era of the all around person with modern pigeonholed roles and notes that skills from diverse fields keep life rich. It cites ancient Egypt Greece and Rome to illustrate the range of specialists from embalmers to hair designers.
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Mr. Barrie
Cric
Jack of
Egypt
Greece
Rome
Kenyon Attacks Senate Fathers and House Rules
Sioux City Tribune reports Senator Kenyon criticizing Senate rules that forbid quoting House speeches. The issue centers on a long forgotten rule the presiding officer and Gallinger enforced in which no senator may refer to House votes or speeches. The piece reflects on the so called fathers of the Senate and the fear of House influence over federal power.
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Sioux City Tribune
Kenyon
District of Columbia
Senate
House of Representatives
House
Marshall
Gallinger
Lession
Congress
Benator Kenyon
Saloons and Business in Washington Cities Polls
A letter argues against reopening saloons by citing Everett and Bellingham in Washington state. It contrasts dry Bellingham’s improved order and steady business with Everett’s relapse into crime and economic decline after liquor shops reopened. The writer claims dry policy better serves workers and local governance.
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Waterloo
Washington
Everett
Bellingham
Hitsipass
No Saloons In Ever Green State Voted Across Iowa
Everett votes no saloons by large margin and Waterloo rejects saloon return amid strong anti drink stance. The piece argues saloons drain wages, hurt merchants, and stresses Iowa residents near Waterloo oppose saloon lure while promoting temperance and local business virtue.
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Everett
Evergreen
Waterloo
Orl
Iowa
J. Robertson Macartney
Suffrage Defeat Argument in Dubuque Discussion
The Dubuque Times Journal notes that opponents label the amendment a states rights issue. It argues the measure would only submit equal suffrage to voters, not grant ballot access to women, and that male voters nationwide should decide the issue.
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Dubuque
Blood purider claims quick cure for disorders
An ad touts S. S. S. as a pure natural remedy to cleanse blood and relieve rheumatic and skin conditions. It asserts rapid circulation through the body, washes out stagnation, and calms irritation. The copy warns against substitutes and directs readers to write The Swift Specific Co. for medical advice.
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S& 8
Swift
Swift Ridg
Atlanta
Atlanta. Ga
Promotions Planned for C R I P Officials in Des Moines
Davenport January 16 big changes in the operating department of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railway are under discussion. Reports say C W Jones will become a vice president based in Chicago F J Easley would be Des Moines district general manager R Ramsdell Rock Island superintendent moves to Des Moines Easley’s post to replace him and E J Gibson may be promoted to Rock Island Retirement of a vice president is cited as the motive for the broad promotions and reshuffles.
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Davenport
Flest
C. W. Jones
Des Moines
F. J. Easley
B. Ramadell
Rock Island
E. J. Gibson
Jones
Chicago
Easley
Ramsdell
Gibson
First District
Indicted Rock Island Sheriff Bruner Dies at Home
Oscar L. Bruner, former Rock Island county sheriff and indicted for alleged misdeeds in office, died at his Rock Island home on Thursday. He had faced trial several times and was acquitted on some counts. The case details remain unresolved at his death.
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Rock Island
Ill
Oscar L. Bruner
Rock Island County
Tria
Bruner Family Figure Highlighted In Local Notice
A brother of Rev Frank Bruner, noted Midwest pastor of Chicago, and Rev M Bruner, former state secretary of the Y M C A, is mentioned in connection with a local charge. The subject is described as a native of this county and a son of a pioneer.
Life Insurance Ads Warn of Kidney Disease Risks
An old advertisement warns that life insurance may be refused if examiners detect kidney symptoms. It urges readers with back pain frequent urination or pain to take Foley Kid Pills, claiming benefits and urging purchase everywhere.
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Foley
All Druggh
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Europe
New York State
Wilson
New York Herald
I. CG. Dubuque Times-Journal
L. A. Downs
Illinois Central
Kentucky
Sinois Central
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Count
Waterloo Savings Bank Savings Bank
Kame Mars
Ajax Flake
Unicorn Dairy Bath
Cor
Cedar Falls Union Mill Co
Waterloo, Towa
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