Express rate reform praised as systematized, economy urged
The Interstate Commerce Commission outlines a simplified express rate system that reduces charges and ends rate inequities. It notes current 35 cent charges from New York to Chicago vs Denver and proposes 24 and 1 cent respectively for similar distances, with an average reduction around 15 percent benefiting small packages and boosting express business.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
New York
Chicago
Denver
Interstate
Commerra Cominic
Lorimer case prompts debate on reimbursement and duty
An editorial critiques over two hundred thousand dollars paid to Lorimer and a government outlay of about 265000 for the senate corruption case. It questions whether Lorimer, declared not a senator, owes the government redress and argues responsibility for defense costs and lost time.
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Loriner
Senate
Hines
Ike
Lorimer
Larimer
Des Moines
Illinois
United States
Dunois
Waterloo Tag Day For Charity Aids Des Moines Children
On July 27 Waterloo hosts a tag day to aid Associated Charities and Des Moines Children Home, with proceeds shared. Organizers Mme B Iol Johnson and Ales WW Marsh seek fifty women to donate a day’s work and urge local volunteers to respond to this noble effort.
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ATL
Waterloo
Associated Charities
Des Moines
B. Ol. Johnson
Ales
WW. Marsh
Mayor pushes health standard for public eating houses
Mayor Thourpisen supports an ordinance setting health standards for workers and food handlers in public eateries. The proposal aims to prevent serving food to those with tuberculosis or venereal diseases and to promote general cleanliness to protect diners and quit filthy practices that deter customers.
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Thourpisen
Restaurant hygiene and Lorimer expulsion noted in public action
The piece condemns unsanitary dining practices and urges restaurant owners to act decently. It reflects on the Lorimer expulsion and the Senate vote, praising the repudiation of subcommittee whitewash and emphasizing accountability for public officials.
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Lorimer
United States
Senate
Dillingham
Heyburn
Jones
Johnston
Fletcher
Lorimer Case and Political Reactions Across Iowa
A survey of editorials from Marshalltown to Sioux City discusses the Lorimer case, public opinion, and the political fallout. Also noted are views on newsroom boilerplate, a Civil War memorial plan, Iowa freight-rate complaints, and a medical remedy endorsement in a dealer notice.
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Iowa
Sioux City
Iowa State Railroad Commission
Thorne
Interstate Commerce Commission
Safeguard Editor Faces Outrage From Rival Press
Turbulent exchange erupts as Tae Whotsuip of the Columbus Safeguard is blamed for provocations. Rival Muscating Journal and Washington Press editors threaten action after a Northwest trip and editorial shifts stir strong reactions among insurgent organs and readers.
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Towa Chor Republik
Tae Whotsuip
Columbus Dunetton Safeguard
Takou Gul
Muscating Journal
Washington Press
Doe? Hag
Northwest
Ken Bristerial Association
Axa Regili
Muscating
Washington
Roosevelt
Safeguard
Temenerate Brother
Columbus Junction
Arthur Sprigue
Weido
Spragle
Over-Exertion in Housework Warnings from Ruth Cameron
A columnist notes how small daily tasks can exhaust women when barriers like a swollen window or a heavy door require repeated effort. She cites a doctor advising better design and pacing, reminding readers that normal exertion strengthens while over‑exertion tires.
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Ruth Cameron
Safeguard to Remain a Regular Republic in Newsrooms
Fragmentary line hints at a plan for the Safeguard to become a normal, ongoing republic in newspapers from here on. No clear individuals, dates, or places are identifiable in the readable text.
Humorous Fragments and Quips Across Newspapers
A collage of witty lines and satirical bits from multiple papers. Maud and Cock Lorimer references mingle with jokes about social calls, a Boston transcript, and a cooking school graduation piece. The excerpts showcase humor and light commentary from 1920s press.
Hope For Spinal Disease Victim In Iowa Hospital
Howard a four year old spinal meningitis patient at Iowa Methodist Hospital shows progress after multiple tendon surgeries. Doctors hope a final operation will restore leg movement and circulation enabling other crippled children to walk. An automobile ride marked a milestone in his recovery as staff report gradual improvement.
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Des Moines
Howard
Iowa Methodist Hospital
Iowa 1 Methodist Hospital
Etete
Omad
Hittl
The Iowa Homestead Factory Offers Farm Paper Deal
The Iowa Homestead is promoted as a compact seasonal farm paper with practical departments and economical pricing. A $3.50 per year mail club combines the Homestead with this paper, with agent details and publisher contact in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Iowa
Homestead
J. M. Pierce
Des Moines
Breast feeding best for infant health says Courier advice
Readership is asked to send questions for doctor replies printed in the Courier. The column insists there is no adequate substitute for mother's milk and condemns artificial feeding as dangerous and inhumane. It urges careful nursing, regular schedules, and outdoor activity to protect both mother and child.
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Courier
Mondava Thiredave and
Fridave
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