Courier Advertising Rates and International Mail Service
The notice outlines class rates for the Courier publication, with mailed options outside standard days and prices per word. It lists subscription terms, rate changes, and special contract pricing, plus references to travel and foreign postage related services through American Express offices in Europe and major cities.
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Byeeens Cour
Guedey Ty Gun
B. Baartman
Gapesty Weal
Courker
Courier
Europe
Traferger
Northumberland Avenue
American Express
Faris
Boulevard Des Capocines
Fisce de Vopera
Berlin
Cnter den Lindes
Petersburg
Summer Vacation Reading and Lively Capitol Observations
A column discusses summer vacation newspaper delivery, urging readers to provide addresses for prompt home delivery. It cites Representative Levy’s opposition to house lobby investigations, jokes about unrest in business and past trials, and mocks political loyalties. The piece notes vacation-era newspaper practices in several Iowa cities and ends with Balkan and Turkey imagery related to regional conflicts.
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Levy
New York
House
Money Trust
Levy Bays
Black Hawk County
Mulhail
Republican Party
Utah
Vermont
Capitol
Taxation and military buildup dominate era editorials
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes last year’s revenue from liquor and tobacco taxes totaling 309 million dollars and argues luxuries should bear the burden rather than essentials. The Cedar Rapids Republican reports Russia’s preparations to strengthen arms in response to Germany, implying Germany gains if forces rise.
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Cedar Rapids
Internal Revenue
Volly
Russia
Germany
North and South united by forgiveness at Gettysburg reunion
General Bennett A1. Young urged northern states to fund ex confederate veterans homes and pensions, praising southern loyalty to the flag. The piece argues for cross sectional charity as a civic and Christian duty and a path to national healing.
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Bennett
Young
Confederate Veterans
Gettysburg
United States
North
South
Confederacy
Southland
Dixie
Grand Army of the Republic
Sons of Veterans
Monu mental folly of this age calls for drastic action
The piece argues that increasing taxpayer burdens is the result of a harmful policy and demands severe measures. It condemns men who exploit children, urging harsh lifelong prison terms and broader community vigilance to expose and punish offenders.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
State Politics Stirring in Jefferson Bee
State politics begin to stir ahead of next year’s campaign. Rumor says Joe Barnes, longtime aide to State Auditor Bleakly, may run to succeed Bleakly as auditor.
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Jefferson Bee
Joe Barnes
Bleakly
Guardian needed for big business affairs
A Guardian comment questions big business ethics and cites Lamar as an example. The piece wonders whether a guardian should oversee such affairs. A separate remark reflects on politicians who used the "bloody shirt" tactic to win public life.
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Sioux City Journal
Lamar
Big Business
Sioux City Tribune
Ufe
Burlington Hawk Eye Debt Cleared At Congregational Church
At Waterloo the Congregational church faced a long debt of 21000 dollars. Trustees launched a rapid fundraising drive and raised 21012.50 dollars, a hopeful outcome that encouraged further efforts.
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Burlington
Hawk-Eye
Waterloo
Congregational Church
Iowa roads target big money for Waterloo Cedar Falls link
Auto owners back a plan to oil the Waterloo to Cedar Falls road with city help to ensure a dust free route year round. Officials argue the cost is small versus benefits as Iowa grows wealth and desire for comfortable highways. A testimonial in the ad praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the best medicine.
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Waterloo
Cedar Falls
Iowa
Chamberlain
Mia
William Orvis
Clare
Mich
On Keeping Cool by George Fitch
Analysis of summer methods to stay cool with humor. Three popular approaches are outlined: retreat to cooler rooms near oceans or lakes, labor indoors with electric fans and drinks, or simple evenings on the porch. The piece contrasts costs and outcomes, humorously predicting future adoption of the cheapest method.
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Cool
George Fitch
America
Humor and headlines mingle in late 19th century jests
A collage of jokes and quips from multiple newspapers. It mocks politicians, housewives, a boastful baby, a slangy servant and a robber baron. Vignettes touch on conventions, trolleys, political grit, and transforming castles into garages with sly wit.
Billy Sunday backs good roads as salvation in politics
The Burlington Hawk-Eye notes Billy Sunday will visit Iowa during a legislative session. It argues his orthodox stance on roads and religion could influence Des Moines, with critics debating whether state lawmakers or the famed evangelist will have the greater impact.
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Mason Cuty
Sunday
Iowa
Burlington
Hawk-Eye
Des Moines
Billy Sunday
Will Do Them Good In 1914 Sunday Sermon Buzz
Cedar Rapids Republican notes Des Moines excitement over Billy Sunday arrival in 1914. The piece signals public anticipation and reflects the era’s booster tone as crowds prepare for the preacher’s visit.
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Cedar Rapids
Des Moines
Billy” Sunday
Mr. Sunday
Billy Sunday to Visit Des Moines in Fall 1914
Muscatine News-Tribune notes evangelist Billy Sunday will stay in Des Moines for six weeks in fall 1914. The paper asserts the city and state will benefit from his visit and meetings, praising the impact on Des Moines and Iowa.
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Des Moines
Dubuque
Cedar Rapids
Davenport
Sioux Cin
Ottumwa
Clinton
Muscatine
Des Moines Reads Billy Sunday Hype Amid July Fourth Commentary
Cedar Falls Record notes comparisons about Billy Sunday, while Council Bluffs Nonpareil anticipates his Des Moines visit. The piece hints at civic chatter and a high profile evangelist sparking public interest during a summer event period.
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Cedar Falls
Des Moines
Council Bluffs
Billy
Boy Scouts Join Search for Lost Iowa City Boy
Knoxville reports Edgar Stuff 15 died in a powder blast after carrying blasting powder in pockets. Iowa City notes Frank Mills 14 disappeared June 7 after speaking with a stranger. 200 recruitment cards sent to Scout camps and YMCA offices, 160000 scouts alerted nationwide.
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Knoxville
Edgar Stuff
Frank Stuff
Iowa
Scouts of America
Frank Mills
E.G. Mills
Iowa City
Iawa
Mills
Surprising Cure of Stomach Trouble
Mrs G Stengel of Plainfield New Jersey reports lasting stomach trouble for four months ended after using Chamberlains Tablets. She says she can now eat almost anything after taking nearly three quarters of a package. Sold by all dealers.
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G. Stengle
Plainfield
N. J
Chamberlain
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