Suez Canal and the Rise of a World Link
A sweeping historical sketch traces the Suez Canal from ancient land links to Ferdinand de Lesseps's effort. It notes the 1869 opening, Egypt’s early forced labor, British diplomacy, and subsequent expansion to handle increased traffic, with reflections on cost and finance.
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Avia
Africa
Mediterranean
Hue
India
Indian Ocean
Cape of Good Hope
Cleopatra
Far East
Anthony
Asia
Ferdinand de Lesseps
Keyplian
Great Britain
Turkey
de Lesseps
Suez Canal
Lobbyist Letter Reveals Early Sullivan Endorsement Effort
The World published an original Beers letter to William McGioulas showing an underground wiring scheme aimed at securing Sullivan endorsements. Dated two months before Sullivan’s dominance, the document was circulated in the Jarvia-Banco Na tional interests context with a “to the attention of Bryan” note.
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Jarvia-Banco National
William 3. McGioulas
Sullivan
Bryan
No Unemployment Problem in Herald's View
A New York Herald opinion piece distorts the unemployment issue, claiming prosperity will resume soon and downplaying hardship. It mocks activists and economists while arguing that idle workers and capital sit idle only temporarily, asserting no real unemployment problem exists.
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The
New York Herald
Waterloo Seeks Federal Building Expansion Through Legislation
The city urges remodeling of its white marble federal building to handle rising traffic and anticipates a 15 to 20 year growth. Representative Connelly has introduced a bill for $115,000 to enlarge the building, but passage before his term ends is unlikely. Merit versus political influence is at stake for Waterloo.
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Connelly
Congress
Connolly
Sweet
Waterloo
Responsibility and Force in Naval Power Debate
A commentary argues that responsibility pushes leaders toward conservatism and war readiness. It cites Rear Admiral Fletcher warning the Atlantic fleet is under manned and calls for 10,000 more officers and seamen. The piece notes ship shortages hinder commerce and criticizes warship policy and pacifist restraint amid Mexican tensions.
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John Burns
United States
Bryan
Offee
Fletcher
Atlantic
To the Heart of the Matter About Life and Belief
A meditation on valuing life as sacred and essential to faith. The speaker argues that contempt for life fuels tyranny and injustice, asserting life’s inherent worth and its link to God, humanity, and the earth, citing Charles Wagner on faith in life.
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Charles Wagner
Bryan knew it all the time in Santo Domingo affair
New York World reports before Senator James D. Phelan that Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan had full knowledge of the Sullivan diplomacy scandal when he whitewashed the minister and sent him back. Lorenzo Semple testified he alerted Bryan months ago, and that Sullivan’s unfitness and danger to American prestige were known widely. The White House list omits several complainants, and Sullivan denies the World’s charges that his appointment was engineered by Wiliam Beer.
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New York
Santo Domingo
James D. Phelan
William Jennings Bryan
Sullivan
Lorenzo Semple
Coudert Bros
Bryan
Semple
Paul Fuller
Wilson
Mexico
Asain
Big Jim
Caribbean
Mr. Semple
White House
Tumulty
Wiliam
Beer
Newspaper Rights Declared In Libel Case Ruling
Dubuque Times Journal reports Judge Kinkead in Columbus holds that publishing fair and impartial court report in good faith is permissible and libel claims fail when no malice is shown. The decision highlights freedom for press and caution against unnecessary publicity of testimony.
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Dubuque
Teader
Le Mars man refuses state railroad post
Des Moines January 22 The change in the railroad commissioner’s office prompts record of Hon E D Chassell of Le Mars offering the post and declining to be considered He is busy with his own affairs and does not wish public service at this time
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Des Moines
E. D. Chassell
le Mars
Chassell
Blim Coal Co Advertisement Promotes Minors Coal Lump Deal
A compact ad touts a five dollar security lump and the miners best coal for furnace use from Blim Coal Co. The notice emphasizes a budget coal option and reliable fuel quality for households seeking economical heat.
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Blim Coal Co
Des Moines Wets On Defensive In Saloon Petition Fight
Des Moines reports growing doubt for the wet cause as petitions to control saloons shrink through court action. If the latest petition fails, saloons may close next month amid a shift in public sentiment influenced by Sunday revival meetings.
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Des Moines
Reliance
Civil Engineer Excites Interest at Riverside Survey
A pedestrian questions river bank surveyors as they speculate on a new project. Comments mention an Elks home, Waterloo hotel, union station and a potential interurban line, with talk drifting toward Mason City to Des Moines routes. The informant hints at a major transit project but remains unsure of exact details.
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Elks
New Elks
Waterloo
Independence
North Pole
Union Station
Fellows
Mason City
Des Moines
Papes Diapepsin Promises Fast Stomach Relief
An old advertisement promotes Pape's Diapepsin as a rapid, gentle cure for indigestion, gas, and sour stomach. It claims quick relief, safety, and wide effectiveness for dyspepsia gastritis and related troubles, urging readers to keep a fifty cent bottle on hand for any eaters that disagree with them.
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Pape
Civil Engineer Dean Leads River Meander Study to Settle Waterloo Disputes
From New Hartford to Paris Mo. Civil Engineer Dean has worked for months under court orders to determine the Cedar river meander lines. He collaborates with a special committee appointed to end river bed disputes in Waterloo, following instructions issued a year ago.
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New Hartford
Paris
Dean
Cedar River
Waterloo
Global film usage tops 300 million feet yearly
It has been calculated that nearly 300,000,000 feet or more than 55,000 miles of film are used up yearly to satisfy the world's demand for moving pictures.
Orrine Sold With Positive Money Back Guarantee
OrRine has been successful in aiding victims of drink habit turning them into sober useful citizens. It is sold with a guarantee that if no benefit is seen after trial, money will be refunded. The product costs 1.00 per box and a free booklet is available from WANGLER BROS DRUGGISTS at 229 East Fourth St.
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Orrine
Wangler Bros. Druggists
East Fourth St
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Metropolitan Opera Company
Song Books
Iowa
Caruso
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Farrar
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Scotti
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