Iowa Leads in Corn and Oats in 1919 Government Stats
Final 1919 stop statistics show Iowa ahead in corn and oats production, surpassing Illinois by millions of bushels. Kansas leads in wheat with 154,000,000 bushels. Iowa produces 23,057,009 bushels of wheat. Texas tops combined crop values, with Iowa second. New York leads hay and potato output. Farm wages with board average $55 monthly in Iowa. U.S. total farm crop value hits $15.79 billion.
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Wes Moines
Iowa
Finais
Illinois
Kansas
United States
Texas
New York
Sunday Sermon Bids Booze Farewell to 10000 Audience
In Norfolk Virginia Billy Sunday preached a mock funeral for the liquor trade before more than 10 000 attendees at the tabernacle. The sermon featured a masked devil and the corpse of John Barleycorn, ending with a call that alcohol is hell's friend and God's worst enemy.
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Norfolk
Billy
John Barleycorn
Theoze
Tabernacle
John
Hell
Danger Point for Prohibition Warned by 10,000 Pastors
New York, Jan 17. A clerical address from nearly 1,000 pastors denounces New York as the center of nullification and seditious activity against the national prohibition amendment. The message calls for statewide and nationwide concerted discussion from pulpits to support prohibition.
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New York
Higi
New York State
New York City
Rdm
Intervenor in law suit seeks injunction in real estate dispute
An intervenor in the case of C. A. Burrows against Ida Imay and O. J. Imay seeks a temporary injunction to restrain Burrows from disposing of or settling claims on certain real estate until the court decides the matter. The petition alleges fraudulent actions by the plaintiff and that the land was contracted for as agent of the Spring Lake Ice Company, risking great loss if not restrained. Also mentions a dairy company meeting and unrelated notices about milk prices and temperatures.
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Spring Lake Ice Company
Celar
Fpals
C. A. Burrows
Ida Imay
O. J. Imiay
Clerk of District Court
C. DeSurrows
Sime
Lefendants
Ida Imlay
Busand
Logan Moran
D. B. Henderson
Gristal Ice & Fuel Company
Mitchell County
Osage
Cedar Falls Updates on Local Agriculture and Notables
Cedar Falls today reports Edward Leavitt's farming soil study at Iowa State College Ames with Cedar Falls soil samples from Washington and Union townships. Also noted is Mrs. Aldrich stricken with paralysis and plans for a Cedar River bath house and park improvements. Occasional items include visits from Clarence Elliott and James Field, with residents relocating and traveling to California and Los Angeles.
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Cedar Falls
Edward Jleavith
State College
Ames
Washington
Union
Leavitt
Leagitt
Aldrich
Frank A. Aldrich
East Nineteenth Street
British War Widows Remarry for Pension in Britain
In the House of Commons Sir L Worthington Evans said about 38,664 of 216,000 war widows have remarried and receive a year’s pension. A supplementary war pensions estimate of 160 million dollars was approved, with 37.5 million of the increase due to faster department work. Total beneficiaries amount to 2,621,313 persons.
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London
L. Worthington Evans
House of Commons
Teut Actor Proposes Self Substitution for Kaiser Role
Berlin reports Ferdi Bonn once the era’s darling actor and William’s protégé offers to substitute himself for Count Hohenzollern. He says he would act to satisfy Allied demands and preserve German honor, claiming to be the only man capable of executing such a delicate mission.
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Berlin
Ferdinand Bonn
Germany
William
Count Hohenzollern
Bonn
Cayni Hohenzolern
Winnipeg Papers Tie Suspension to Paper Stock Shortage
Three Winnipeg newspapers the Free Press Tribune and Telegram will suspend publication today unless print paper is obtained. Western Canada papers will suspend next week if supplies fail. Publishers at a conference agreed to issue a joint one sheet bulletin until the shortage is relieved.
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Winnipeg
Free Press
Tribune and Telegram
Western Canada
Consolidation Talk at Waterloo Technical Society Meeting
In a delayed session the Waterloo Technical Society approved nine new members and discussed uniting all state engineering groups under a central council. A committee will study the proposal and report at a special society meeting as officers aim to gather every engineer in the city. A separate Hawkeye Camp Woodmen of the World unit sent five members to view a film showing lodge activities and events, with plans to rewatch.
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EB. Howard
Ward Smucker
Tressier
Waterloo Dairy Marketing
Waterloo Technical Society
Central Engineering Council
al Romuittee
George W. Miller
theHawkeye Camp
Woodmen of the World
Order
jGarden
Honorable James T Bruce in Farmers Tractor probe
In federal court Judge Landis questioned James T Bruce a former Iowa state senator who drafted a Farmers Tractor prospectus. Bruce acknowledged writing the document while witnesses testified that salesmen offered stock at below par after touting escalating values to buyers.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Farmers’ Tractor Company
Landis
James T. Bruce
Iowa
James T. Brice
Weg
Saxony minister forecasts fantastic wages by year end
Dresden reports the Saxony minister of labor predicts wages will rise to absolutely fantastic levels by year end. He rejects fears of collapse and argues wages must rise if prices increase, stating if prices rise 50 percent wages must follow. The remarks come amid rising inflation concerns and a push for worker pay adjustments.
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Saxony
Associated? Press
Dresden
Assassin of Egypt Premier Denies Intent to Kill
Arian Youssef, accused in the attempt on Premier Yusof Wahba Pasha on December 15, was arraigned in Cairo military court. The defense argues the act aimed to frighten the premier, not kill him, according to Associated Press reporting from Cairo.
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Associated Press
Cairo
Arian Youssef
Yussuf Wahba Pasha
Legion Post Formed in Brooklyn Masons Lead Event
New York reports the formal organization of a Brooklyn post of the American Legion composed entirely of Masons. Major General Leonard Wood is named honorary president and will speak on True Americanism at the installation of officers on January 27.
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Legion Post
Masons
Associated Press
New York
American Legion
Brooklyn
Masonic Fraternity
Leonard Wood
City in Brief Jiuelanin for Glanses and More
A long jumble of brief items from a local desk spans hospital moves, marriages, legal notices, relocations, and a small array of misprints. It notes bronchial pneumonia to St Francis hospital, a business trip to New York, a fractured arm, new hires at Iowa Life Insurance, an extradition hearing in Des Moines, two smallpox cases, a marriage license for A C Millar and Emma Assonk, community notices from Our Lady of Victory court, a Chicago visit, a cashier’s illness in La Porte City, a firm name change to Sieg Construction, a critical illness, a minor car accident, a Canadian visit, an arrestee on unwholesome provisions, a grand jury adjournment, Rotary talk plans, divorces and alimony, street safety efforts, and international business travel plans. It ends with an injury report from a steel shop and a deranged man in custody, plus a Mrs William Rockefeller obituary note from Brunswick.
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Migs Jacla Mentiman
Carolyn Hanson
Iowa Life
A.C. Millar
Waterloo
Emma aAssonk
Gilbertville
Our Lady of Victory Court
We. G.P
Josep Wilhelm Residente
Mulberry Street
Clara McNulty
al Agen
A. C. Gram
Center Strent
Fifth
Bluff Streets
J. J. Wells
Red
Willow
Canada
J. F. Stewart
Wells
Attorney General's Office
Guy. P
Limeville
Taft Tor Ie
Celdar Rapids
Rotary
Death of William J. Howe in Cedar Falls
William John Howe, 48, died at Sartori hospital yesterday at 7:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held Monday morning at St. Patrick's church with interment in St. Bernard's cemetery. He came to Cedar Falls about ten years ago from Shel Rock and is survived by his mother and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Rude of Cedar Falls and Mrs. Rose Hartnett of Nes Molinos.
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Clarence Elliott
Csedar Falls
Spokane
Wash
France
James
John Harnett
Des Moines
John Howe
Guy W. Thompson
Maynard
George W. Streeter
Cedar Falls
Mr. Thompson
Streeter
Douglas Rogers
Burnside
Ilinois Central Railway
Ll. P. Shaffer
Charles City
Charles Jamerson
G. L. Masidin
Henneth
Jefi
Los Angeles
California
Baward Shay
Miss May Shay
J Ostrander
Minn
R. E. M. Brown
William J. Howr
William John Howe
Sartori S Hospital
St. Patrick’s Church
St. Bernard's Cemetery
Howe
Shel Rock
Hye
Mary Rude
Rose Hartnett
Nes
Molinos
Overland Waterloo Plans Free Ride Week for Public
Waterloo residents will receive a free ride week as Overland Waterloo introduces the light Overland 4 with triplex springs. A citywide route covers main avenues with a ride card system tracking participants and entry into a drawing. The event culminates Saturday night January 24 at the Overland store show room with music pictures and entertainment. GV Orr, general manager, says the plan helps those who seldom get demonstrations and feel obligated.
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Waterloo
Overland Waterloo Company
Overland
GV. Orr
the Courier
Maxwell-Chalmers Demonstrates Independent Plant Power
The Maxwell-Chalmers display at the New York automobile show proves the firm can run a plant without coal. After a coal embargo, staff quickly rigged essential machines with Maxwell-Chalmers motors, keeping production steady under their own power, signaling resilience in wartime constraints.
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Autono J
New York
Maxwell-Chalmers
Comipodors Hotel
Tomfrict
Civ
Maxwell Chalimert
Ier Maxwell
Chalmers Motors
Betta
Maxwell- Chalmers
Raseline
No Labor Troubles in Franklin Factory
The Franklin Automobile company employs 4,400 workers with 65 at the Syracuse factory for 15 years. Among them three witnessed the first Franklin car in 1903, including production manager William Dunk who rose from the ranks. Three executive officers to President H. H. Franklin have long service, and a dozen general foremen show unbroken tenure.
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Franklin Automobile Company
Syrnacuse
Contine Uous
Franklin
William Dunk
Anager
America
H. H. Franklin
Ittean
New Willys-Knight Sets High Record On Test Run
The Willys Knight demonstrator, driven by officials of Willys Overland, completed a 7000 mile trip from New York to Toledo in 26 hours. The trip, conducted under midwinter conditions, showed strong power, speed, and balance with an average 17 miles per gallon over the course.
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Willys
Knight
New York
Toledo
Willys-dalend
Willys-Overland
Broadway Run
Fiftieth Street
Willys-Overland! Company
Dirand Central Palace
Willys-Knight
Holmes Aeroplane Type Valve System Traced In Car Design
Holmes improved sir cooled motor uses a unique aeroplane type dual exhaust valve head with three valves per cylinder. Arthur Holmes inspired design allows rapid exhaust gas clearance for cleaner burning and more power. The car is marketed in Waterloo by Baum McDonald Auto, 110 Lafayette Street.
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Arthur Holmes
Holmes
Waterloo
Baum-McDonald Auto Company
Lafayette, Street
Tremendous Boost to Good Roads Movement Across Nation
A motor transport caravan from the air department in Washington, D C, to the coast via the Lincoln highway spurred major good roads momentum. Educational talks by caravan speakers led to numerous bond approvals in agricultural towns, tipping several close votes in favor of road funding. CG Witthoeft of Goodyear reports returning after five months with the convoy, after transporting Goodyear equipment. Gas rates in Sioux City rise from 1.28 to 1.34 per unit, with a half mill tax approved for fire equipment.
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Air Department
Washington
D. C
Lincoln Highway
Witthoeft
Truck Tire
Goodyear Tire & Rimhber, Company
Sioux City
Waitress Tracks Tiny Wage Yet Big Tips in New York
Sophie Hodowky testified about earnings from tips while driving a $4,000 car after pleading guilty to a violation. She averaged $80 weekly in tips, indicating substantial gratuities despite a modest wage. An Associated Press report notes the case and related local legal proceedings.
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New York
Sophie Hodowky
Ang Laut
Iuilty
Isurt
La Porte City Firm Forms New Plumbing and Heating Venture
La Porte City residents hear of a new enterprise as Dorned WI and Max Wind organize a firm to handle plumbing fixtures and room fixtures, with Mr. Harvey resigning to join the venture. Mrs. Hudson hosts Sunshine Club gathering with members and two guests, and local residents note changes at the Marengo creamery.
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Jan Porte
Dan
Hobert Duke
Usell Harvey
Bos Gale Kop
Max Wind
Pokathaion
Given Bebood
Wind
Theejie
Marengo
Mis
Dewvey
Masesty
Jiarvay
Maire H
Claire
Franklin
Sunshine Club
A. A. Hudson
Miles
Marclf Davis
Vis
Nestes
Retrah Moatus
J. G. McQuilkin
Tittle
Devil Gates
Lecture Tracks Turk From Tree To Auto
Goodyear representative B L Kitchen lectured Waterloo Auto and Supply employees on tire manufacture from tree tapping to finished product using exhibits. He spoke in sales rooms and later today in Fifth and Commercial streets. Salesmen at school notes cover device education and next season lines. C Clark called meeting a success. banquet at Hotel Russell Lamson for wholesale accessory staff.
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B. L. Kitchen
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Waterloo Auto & Supply Company
Mr. Kitchen
Mr Kitchen
Repass Automobile Company
Iaca
Travelers
C. Clark
Peeting
Russell Lamson
Clark
O. A. Rengis
T. C. Thompson
Postmasters Named By Wilson Across States
The treasury department announces postmasters appointed yesterday by President Wilson. Frank W. Ryan Fort Dodge Ya t Miller S McFarland Marshalltown Charles V Gould Mo Hine James W. Scott Manmouth Ia Also La Crosse plans a closed deer and muskrat season. 26 000 deer slaughter last fall cited. The Dutch government receives the Supreme Council’s extradition demand for former Emperor William. Tommy Garr forfeits $35 000 bond after missing court for robbery trial.
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Ated Press
Wilson
Frank W. Ryan
Fort Dodge
T Miller S. McFarland
Marshalltown
Charles V. Gould
Mo Hine
James W. Scott
Manmouth
Associated Press
la Crosse
Wis
State Conservation Commission
Gary
Chicago
Tommy Garr
Jellicoe Cancels Brazilian Visit Urgently Called Home
The Associated Press reports Admiral Viscount Jellicoe has received an urgent call to England and cancelled his planned visit to Brazil and Argentina. The minister of marine announced the decision after receiving a message from the viscount. The notice appears in Rio Janeiro on a Friday, January 16.
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Tellicor
Britain
Associated Press
Rio Janeiro
Viscount Jellicoe
England
Brazil
Argent
Minister of Marine
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Praised by Andrews Reader
A testimonial from Mrs. Thomas Beeching of Andrews Indiana lauds Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for treating colds and coughs. She notes her husband suffers winter colds easily and only Chamberlain’s helps break up these attacks, indicating strong user trust in the medicine.
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Chamberlain
Thomas Beeching
Andrews
Ind
Dirantas Home Hosts Wedding and Community Notices
Dirantas home hosts the marriage of their youngest slater Mluw Mable Blarters to Mr. George Heath in Seattle. The article notes Heath leaving for New York and Battle area staff shopping for spring goods, plus funeral details for her uncle Grant Salmon and planned visits to Waterloo and Pella. Additional items include Mayor John McQuilkin’s guests in Pella, Joe Martin’s Mendota trip, and local social updates. The Alter Society of Sacred Heart Catholic church held a meeting with officer elections and social activities led by Mrs Frank Hopper.
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Dirantas
Slater
Mluw Mable Blarters
George Heath
Seattle
Wash
Grant Salmon
Heath
Battle
New York City
Stetson
Noli Salmon Beatt
Waterloo
Mavor
John McQuilkin
Guetth
Pella
Christina
Joe Martin
Mendota
Mise Nell. Gannon
Hoptens
Cascarets Cure Indigestion And Bowel Distress
An old advertisement notes Cascarets for relief from indigestion, sour stomach, and gas. It claims the laxative effect cleanses the stomach, removes sour food, reduces liver bile, and eliminates waste while you sleep, promising to feel great by morning.
Children Colds and Chamberlain Cough Remedy Advice
Parents can help the community and their peace of mind by keeping children home when affected by snuffles and watery eyes. The text promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for children, claiming it uses no opium and aids expulsion by acting with nature to loosen coughs and clear secretions.
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Chamberlain
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Jil West Fourth Street
Black Hawk County
Pfieffer
Teut
Pechnical Society
Watkins Con Ca
Wehone
Egypt
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Atkins Coal’ Co
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Revente Berth
Washington, D. C
Harry W. Maguire
Taois
Bred Cross Aids Menigans
Ross
Mexico
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Jiuelanin
Fourth Street
J. B. Myars
J.W. Hammond
Hammond Ave
Nue
Henry Bouch
Casebeer’s
Been
la Porte City
Moore-Sieg Construction Corporation
Sieg Construction Corporation
W. R. Sieg
H. EB. Will
B. F. Swisher
C. A. Marshwill
Lapland
Mr. Marsh
Je W. Chapman
Indianas Street
Mlingis Central
Tllinois Central Hospital
W. Rockefeller
Brunswick
William Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Jekyll; Island
Here
News of Automobile World
NEW Willys-Knight
Milk DE Kay
Thomas Lee
Jeanie Anne Fae Kay
New York Clearing Touse Association
Dunka Anil Truut Companies
Yeaturday
Springfeld
Turk
Miller’s Creek
Watkins Coal Co
Miss Palmer
Black Hawk Counts Board of Supervisors
Ada Palmer
County Board
Social Welfare
Watkins Contro
Thone
Parix
Sujyreme Council
Willian
Franklin County Lunyp
Franklin “County Taimp
Bobby
Poost Toasties
Texas Drilling Syndicate No. 3
TYRO
S. H. Davis Ladies' Tailor
Bridge Street
Ecistere
Pate
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