Iowa to Vote and Campaign Through the Fall
Iowa politics will dominate public attention from March into November with school board elections, city campaigns, and primary preparations. Iowa women gain presidential voting rights this year, sparking activity by Republican and Democratic groups and focus on constitutional amendments and potential federal suffrage timelines.
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Chicago
Ruling on Packers to Be in Charge of Man Giving Jury Evidence
Washington March 5 The Justice Department announces a new organization to supervise the decree banning the big five meat packers from unrelated businesses Isadore Kressel will head the group with Joseph Saninski directing New York operations and W Fordyce overseeing the West The plan follows the grand jury investigations into packers conduct.
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Washington, D.C
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Department of Justice
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Beet
Beoseph Saninski
New York
W. Fordyce
West
Mexican Rebel Condemned and Executed in Puebla
Cirilo Arenas, a rebel leader, was captured after entering Puebla in disguise. He was sentenced to death by a military court and executed yesterday morning in Puebla, per dispatches received.
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Letter Clue On Why 13 Year Old Harold Ran Away
Harold Roberts 13 left home at 617 Wowler Street after leaving a note saying he would not return until he could work as a man. He suffers from epilepsy, has been mocked by neighborhood youths, and was last seen at Union Station. His family fears he may be at risk without nourishment or care.
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Blue Bird Manufacturing Company
Miles Street
Waterloo Teams Triumph in District Basketball Opener
Cedar Falls wins first game 17 to 10 over Hansells as East High of Waterloo posts 22 points against Garwin who scored 18. West High Waterloo edges Independence by 5, while other morning results include Rockford 11 Osage 23 and Dysart 22.
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Kansas Vital Statistics Show High Marriage Rise
Kansas records reveal 20,3230 weddings last year eclipsing prior marks, with births at 37,147 despite the flu and rising living costs. Secretary Dr Crumbine notes 1919 losses of 3,000 expected births in Kansas City.
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Tokyo envoy speech risks Shantung deadlock says Times
The London Times criticizes Kijuro Shidenari's New York address as overly emphatic about China and warns against language that could worsen tensions. It suggests the Shantung peninsula dispute may drift toward deadlock, with both sides sharing some blame and a settlement delay undesirable.
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London
New York
Kijuro Shidenari
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London Times
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Japan
Shantung Peninsula
Democrats Push Wilson to Hear Article 10 Plan
Democratic senators sought to present President Wilson with new Article 10 compromise proposals to preserve the peace treaty. They aim to modify the reservation to name military force as a possible U S response while blocking further foreign debt credits without Congress approval. The move comes as bipartisan talks continue with leaders Watson Simmons backing tentative terms.
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Kidnapping Plot by Mexicans Led to Morrill Slaying
Information from the state department says Mexican bandits planned to kidnap Augustus Morrill former American consul at Manzanillo for ransom and that Manuel Ramirez exceeded orders by killing him. Ramirez was hanged by bandit chief Carona near the murder scene. Morrill was shot twice, once in the chest and again in the head as he lay wounded. The Colima governor reports three military detachments sent to the bandits' mountain stronghold twelve miles northwest of Colima. Desk workers to set up promotes health routine in two daily five minute sessions in Chicago.
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Washington, D. C
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Manzanillo
Manuel Ramirez
Ramirez
Carona
Morcil
Morrill
Colima
Delivery deadline and reprint request policy
The Courier will be delivered before 6 30 tonight and a copy can be sent if the paper is late due to carrier error or other cause. Call 3330 before 6 30 p m to arrange a reprint or new copy.
Holland Refuses to Deliver Wilhelm for Trial
The Dutch government, for the second time, refuses to surrender Wilhelm to the Allies. A note to David Lloyd George promises steps to minimize his liberty and prevent endangering world peace. Doorn is implied with guarded, censored residence preparations as Kaiser Wilhelm plans to move May 12.
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Amerongen
Cold From West Brings Snow and Gales Across Midwest
A cold wave from the mountains spread east and south with snow and gale conditions. Forecasts expect some relief in the western states soon, but freezing temperatures reach to Mississippi with snow and rain in the upper Ohio valley. Major cities report crippled streetcar service and disrupted communication as the storm advances.
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Wilson chafes at restraint seeks golf despite illness
President Wilson grows impatient with restrictions on his recreation. After an automobile ride on Wednesday he discussed with Rear Admiral Grayson, his physician, the possibility of playing golf soon. Dr Grayson said it would be several weeks before he could tee off at his Virginia course.
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Washington, D. C
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Virginia
Rail claims of millions seen as roads shift
Washington March 5 final adjustment of financial and legal questions from government control of railroads will take considerable time says Director General Hines. Few claims received so far but those on capital expenditures maintenance and shipper losses could total hundreds of millions. Over 1400 officers and men have been removed from the government payroll as roads return to private control.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Hines
Population growth in six U S cities from 1900 to 1910
Census bureau reports show Muncie Indiana up 52.2 percent to 36 524, Shreveport Louisiana up 75 percent, Lexington Kentucky 33.1 percent, Joliet Illinois 10.7 percent, Anderson Indiana 32.4 percent, Kingston New York 0.1 percent decline, with varied gains in Joliet and Muncie over the ten years.
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Plunkett Attacks Home Rule Bill at Irish Dinner
Sir Horace Plunkett, head of the Dublin convention, condemns the new Irish home rule bill at a Dublin dinner. He criticizes British aims as hypocritical, cites German-Irish influence, and warns of martial law if a southern parliament forms. He urges broader self government for Ireland within British empire.
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Washington
Britain
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Court Hoodwinked on Who Mary Pickford Was in Divorce Cause
Mary Pickford was unaware she was the plaintiff in a Nevada divorce case where Judge Frank L. Langan granted the decree in Minden. The judge initially addressed her as Miss Smith, learning her identity only after cross examination. Attorneys said neither side knew of any property settlement.
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Associated Press
Heno
Frank L. Langan
Minden
Nev
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del Monte al
Gold price moves in London via U S exchange report
AP dispatch details gold market shifts with London prices quoted through U S exchange. It notes rising demand for sterling and large shipments to India and Canada, plus rumors of U S shipments and official statements on Adriatic diplomacy and President Wilson notes.
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New York
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Canada
U.S
Gould
Massacre toll in Marash reported by French officials
Paris reports say Armenians killed in the Marash region massacre total as high as 6,000, with London figures suggesting 15,000 to 20,000. French officials admit the tragedy was grave but note the occupying army could not guard every vulnerable point against Turkish uprisings.
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London
Bond theft totaling 12 million in the East last year
New York reports approximately 12 million dollars in securities stolen last year from 600 brokerage houses and nearby cities. Officials say organized crime rings are the likely culprits and Liberty bonds are among the missing items.
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East
Associated Press
New York
Talay
Poland Studies Governments of America and France
Warsaw reports the Polish constitutional commission examines American and French systems as it frames the new state. Proposals include a seven year presidential term for those 40 and older, with conservatives favoring a France style direct election or parliamentary selection in a two chamber system. The left pushes for a single house. The diet abolishes the title chief of state and designates the chief executive as president.
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Constitutional Commission
Poland
France
Diet
Land storm and tail spin each kill U S flier
Riverside California March 5 Lieut Raymond F Pearson a U S army aviator was killed yesterday at March field near here when his air plane went into a tail spin Sanderson Texas March 5 Lieut Johnson 22 an aviator from Kelly field San Antonio was instantly killed late Wednesday when a terrific sandstorm sent his machine crashing to earth Amerions Favorite Smoke San Pellee and ET Verso Cigara advertisement
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Kelly Field
San Antonio
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Lump Sums to Vets Urged by Privates Legion Leader
Marvin Gates Sperry, national president of the Private Soldiers and Sailors legion, urged a $100 lump sum for all veterans before the House Ways and Means Committee. He opposed variable monthly or daily bonuses, arguing $600 would aid former service members in civilian life and criticized socialist connections within rival groups. He noted support from veterans’ associations and warned against long, complex reform bills.
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Washington, D. C
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Ways and Means Committee
Marvin Gates Sperry
Soldiers’ and Sailors
Congress
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North Carolina
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Lavenbein
Jelke Jail Term Reduced in Oleo Case
President Wilson remitted the 60 day jail sentence and 10000 fine for John F. Jelke of Chicago for oleomargarine law violations. Jelke had paid 238000 in tax noted as of doubtful origin and 40008 in fines and costs, and the president opted not to enforce imprisonment.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
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Chicago
Jelke
Colby Nomination Delayed by Senate Foreign Relations Panel
Washington March 3 The nomination of Bainbridge Colby for secretary of state is deferred by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Members want more information before any vote, with broad Democratic and Republican consensus to hold the question over. No charges or formal investigation set, but key points must be clarified prior to any recommendation.
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Washington, D. C
Bainbridge Colby
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Japan to Leave Siberia Aligning With American Policy
Tokyo reports Japan will evacuate Siberia beginning March 20 with the first detachment from Vladivostok and the last Czecho-Slovak troops departing. The Soviet peace offer requests recognition of Lenine regime and restored relations, while Japan seeks a buffer state in Siberia to bar Bolshevik expansion.
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Associated Press
Honolulu
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Tony
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Lanino
Ja~pan
Siberia
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Imperial Diplomatic Council
Washington, D. C
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Draft memorandum trims dangerous clauses on Russia
Paris reports from Echo de Paris that the London draft memorandum by the Allied economic faction was wired to France. France is said to move quickly toward recognition of priority claims for devastated regions and the removal of dangerous clauses relating to Russia.
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London
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France
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War Crimes Trial Measure Passed by German Assembly
Berlin March 5 The national assembly approved a temporary bill on war violations. It would authorize the supreme state attorney to discontinue prosecutions if no public grounds exist and allow resumption of proceedings if new evidence arises.
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Berlin
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Supreme State Attorney
Von Kuehlmann Weds Coal King's Daughter in Berlin
Former German foreign affairs secretary Dr. Richard von Kuehlmann married the daughter of coal magnate Fritz von Criedlander-Putd in Berlin on a Thursday. The bride, linked to British peerage, previously wed Hon. John Freeman-Mitford in 1914, a marriage later dissolved.
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Boerso Zeitung
Fritz von Criedlander-Putd
Make von Priendlander-Fuld
John Freeman-Mitford
Lord Redesdale
Actor Aviator Lorra ine Lands Safely in Germany
London dispatch reports actor pilot Robert Lorra ine and his companion Comte landed at Marburg Germany last night after days of anxiety over their safety. Advices arrived via Berne confirming the safe arrival.
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London
Robert Lorraine
Comte
Marburg
Berne
Group life policy covers 43,600 Wegtinghotsenterasts employees
A large group life insurance policy was issued for 43,600 Wegtinghotsenterasts employees. The plan combines life coverage with a savings element, marking one of the largest such policies in the industry.
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Associated Press
New York
Wegtinghotsenterasts
Ted Olicy
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