Year of Wilson praised for broad federal achievements
The article outlines a year of notable legislation and actions under President Wilson. It highlights the Underwood tariff, income tax, currency reform, anti lobbyist efforts, direct election of senators, arbitration for industrial workers, colonial policy for the Philippines, parcel post expansion, and the Alaska railroad project. It praises Wilson’s decisive, scientific approach, while noting mixed foreign policy reception and domestic debate on tariff and trust legislation.
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Department of Agriculture
State Agricultural Colleges
Cyeyres Riau
Unclear OCR fragment hints at local report
Fragmentary OCR text mentions various place names and events but lacks coherent details. It references Mevean tenders, repelling something, and reports received by a certain agency, with scattered names and locations. The piece is too garbled to extract a clear incident, person, or outcome.
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Villa Claire
Siat
Caine
Dream of a Home Filled with Quiet Walls and Books
The narrator yearns for a home as a sanctuary from the world, imagining walls that keep out noise and distraction. In a stream of surreal imagery the speaker recalls pets, kitchen scenes, a porch, and domestic comfort, envisioning a space where books and simple living define shelter and belonging.
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Jaitsind
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Pepares
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Edoodogees
Elena Oaviite
Hoon
Post office bill tops hundred million in new funding push
The piece notes a Democratic push presenting a post office appropriation totaling about one hundred million dollars, more than any prior bill. It contrasts a Baltimore platform call for victory with remarks on leaders and groups moving ahead, while a stereotype about Chicago policewomen and their tasks is questioned.
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Baltimore
Reactions Across Iowa Press On National Issues
The Sioux City Journal reports possible intervention over Gov Col quitt, a salute to Mr Bryan’s stance on the Mexican matter, and a note on Mr Marsh of Waterloo as a potential U S senator candidate. Editorials attack Mr Bryan’s place in politics and celebrate constitutional loyalty amid era political storms.
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Vergara
Bryan
Marshalltown
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Waterloo
United States
Marsh
A Moment of Fun and Frayed Talk
A fragment from the Kansas City Journal shows witty banter about the Panama Canal and continental bonds, followed by a domestic misreading of a home purchase. The spoke lines hint at misplaced humor and an odd scene with visiting cards found among furniture.
The Caterpillar as a Metaphor in Everyday Life
The piece compares the caterpillar to a young man and a father, noting its undesirable beginnings and eventual transformation. It humorously links caterpillar habits to human behavior while acknowledging the charm and mischief of observing life’s pace and the chase of automobile races.
Misunderstood Politician Seeks Support in Hall
A witty dialogue features a woman politician asking for backing, only to be told she is too late as a longtime married man blocks her bid. The exchange captures a dated newspaper humor tone about civic intrigue and social norms.
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Detroit Free! Press
Two Kinds Of People Who Supply Their Own Motive Power
Ruth Cameron argues in The Evening Chit Chat that society relies on external motive force, while a rare few generate their own internal drive. She contrasts self directed individuals with those who thrive only under competition or employer pressure, noting only a small but open class can sustain personal standards of honor and kindness.
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Jover
Daisy
Mr. Burgess
Automobiles Kill Hundreds in New York City Tossed Figures
Automobiles killed 302 persons in New York City in 1913 and 221 in 1914, according to figures compiled by the National Protective Association of New York City. The statistics have aroused concern and calls for safety measures.
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National Protective Association of
Rising automobile deaths in four year traffic study
The report shows deaths by trolley and wagon fluctuating within narrow ranges while automobile fatalities rise from 1911 to 1913. Vehicles in use grow for cars even as trolleys and horse wagons decline. Many accidents involve children playing in the street, with January listing 12 of 28 deaths under 17.
Auditor Reports Big Gain In Taxed Property
Des Moines Iowa report shows property owners will pay $44,232,096.04 in taxes this year, up $7,812,311.95 from last year. The data reflects statewide tax figures for the current assessment cycle.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Mi-o-na Stomach Aid Advertisement Placed
An ad promotes Mi-o-na tablets as a fast acting stomach remedy. It claims relief for nerves indigestion sour stomach heartburn and headaches and urges purchase at Wangler Bros. Drug Co. or nearby stores with a money back if not benefited.
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Wangler Bros. Drug Co
Tax revenues rise sharply in 1914 report
A 1914 revenue summary prepared by W. H. Williams shows higher income due to increased local levies. Because Lee and Butler counties failed to report, their tax data are missing. Bridge taxes jump, counties gain $262,326.27, cities add over $250,000, and schools receive $1,367,249.12 more than in 1913.
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W. H. Williams
Auditor of State
Lee
Butler
How To Gain Flesh
A simple method claimed by physicians to increase weight uses 3 grain hypo-nuclane tablets after meals for several months. The pills are said to raise red and white blood cells, aid digestion, and improve absorption of nutrients to build blood and tissues. Available from physicians and well stocked apothecary shops.
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