Arbitration and War The Arblunden Debate on Peace and Power
A satirical critique argues arbitration should curb war as nations with battleships settle disputes. It mocks monarchs, armies, and the idea of disarming first, suggesting strong navies deter conflict until peaceful arbitration can prevail. The piece likens nations to armed individuals and laments public reluctance to fight.
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Whitping Elaim
Pullic
Colorado
United States
Digarma
Isaiah Van Metre: Waterloo Pioneer and Editor Remembered
The life of Isaiah Van Metre blends roles as driver, student, teacher, editor, and soldier into a lengthy career. His notoriety rose with the "Pat Crowe" interview that brought Waterloo and the town into national light, while his later years saw quiet retirement but lasting community impact.
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Isaiah van Metre
Waterloo
Java
Isaiah van Metra
Dia Fife
van Metre
Iseish van Metre
Pat Crowe
United
Stawse
Mexicans Endorse Dictator In Largely Attended Election
A Mexican national election described as a farce with a unanimous presidential vote for Huerta. Observers note abnormally low turnout in Mexico City and widespread coercion or apathy suggesting votes were cast under pressure or not at all. The piece faults mediators and portrays Huerta as cunning though not benevolent.
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Mexico
Wes
Jilerta
Pelle
Mexico City
Huerta
Wild Rose Weeds in Prairie Bulletin Inspire Poetry Echo
A Minnesota agricultural bulletin discusses wild roses as troublesome prairie weeds. The piece blends literary allusion to Keats or Shelley with practical eradication advice, detailing hoeing, plowing, and rooting techniques to control persistent perennials. The tone mixes verse homage and farming instruction, noting timing and methods.
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Keats
Shelley Wight
Minnesota Agricultural Bulletin
Prairie
Food wisdom for hot weather health and economy
Dr. Charles F. Bolduan urges that in heat the key is proper nutrition over sleep. He argues Americans eat too much meat and waste money on poor choices, recommending meat and fish in moderation with cereals vegetables fruit and plenty of water.
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Charles F. Bolduan
New York City
United States
Boldwan
Bolduan
Europe
Aimee
Early Morning Riser Dr Crane Embraces Dawn Ritual
Dr. Crane extols waking before sunrise and strolling the streets at dawn. He likens the morning air to a sacrament, recalls town lanterns and friendly exchanges with street figures, and likens dawn to youth. The piece blends personal habit with humorous observations of early risers.
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Rus
A Moment of Fun Vacation at Home
A light collage of quips and cartoon captions from various papers. Observations on summer leisure, rude motorists, print honesty, weather jests, and gentle humor about visits and ailment costs. Notable snippets include lines about pedestrians, speeches, and a Punch style exchange on hospital bills.
Roosevelt's River Expedition Aboard In Civilized Wilderness
A late 19th century account describes Roosevelt traveling along a river and its tributaries, noting the dangers and remote landscapes. It details his party's ascent into upper reaches, their cautious approach, and the modest demeanor of the colonel amid challenging terrain and public curiosity.
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Mingonia
Col. Roosevelt
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Euriaus
Roosevelt
Democratic Platform Excites Party Interest at Convention
Washington July 1 to July 7 Rep resentative Connolly reports Democrats back a strong platform upholding the Wilson administration. He notes letters from state Democrats urging adoption at the July 23 convention amid Republican fears of a progressive tilt.
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Connolly
Council Bhasis
Wilson
Senaroys Cn
Keven Het
Vcore
New Hartford Cutire Nosed in Farm Accident
Prominent New Hartford farmer died of heart trouble while unloading hay on his farm for his son in law. He leaves a widow and six grandchildren, with two sons and a daughter surviving. He was respected in town and a member of local fraternal orders.
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The Revolt Against Golf in England Provokes Reader Debate
The article surveys rising criticism of golf in England with sharp quotes labeling golf as an ego driven sport for dull witted people. It argues golfers should accept the abuse with lightness and reflect on golf as a mere enjoyable pastime rather than life’s central business.
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Uail
England
London Times
Galt
Naturalix
Clearings of the Cities and Regional Crop Notes
Bank clearings in the United States for the week ending July 2 reach 3.724 billion dollars, with Canada at 155.746 million. Crop reports describe corn nearly laid by and in good condition, hay harvest progressing, alfalfa nearly ready for second cut, while early potatoes yield poorly and apples are scarce except in a few orchards. Charles Folsom, a southeastern county horticulturist, forecasts about 3,000 bushels from his apple orchard barring accidents.
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United States
Bradstreet
A Journal
New York
Timothy
Charles Fol‘som
Folsom
Inquiries Concerning Iowa 10 Per Cent Bonds of ’69
Des Moines July 7 State Treasurer Brown received from the cashier of National City bank New York a letter asking about alleged outstanding Iowa state bonds from January 1869 bearing 10 percent interest. The office confirms no such state bonds exist. any such claims likely involve county issues or fraudulent repudiations.
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Des Moines
Brown
Big National City Bank of New York
Iowa
Willis
Towa
First of new oats arrive in New London elevators
New oats were received yesterday in local elevators in New London. They brought 30 cents a bushel. They are of good quality and weight and expectations point to a strong yield in this locality.
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New London
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed Locally
Letters from Princeton and Poland praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief from female troubles and relief during menopause. A nurse in Poland also recommends the remedy to patients and urges timely use before surgery. Confidential advice is offered by the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Princeton
J. F. Jonson
Illinois
Poland
N.Y
Lydia E. Pinkhamn
Horace Newman
Kimer Co
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