Taft Cabinet Turmoil Deepens as Wiley Resigns
The article notes Dr. Wiley's resignation amid tensions with President Taft and the Agriculture Department over pure food law enforcement. It cites O'Laughlin of the Chicago Tribune and lists cited reasons including supervision, restricted bureau activity, and alleged plots against Wiley.
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Wiley
Congress
O'Laughlin
The
Chicago Tribune
Secretary of Agriculture
Dr. Wiley
Bureau of Chemistry
Bureau
Republican County Convention in Black Hawk County Iowa Called
Notice to Republican electors in Black Hawk County Iowa of a delegate convention at Waterloo courthouse on March 30 1912 at 2 pm to choose 28 delegates for the Third District and 28 for the Cedar Rapids State Convention. Caucuses to be held March 18 with precinct calls issued by precinct committees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Hawk County
Iowa
Republcan National Committee
Republican State Central Committee
Republican Congressional Committee
Third Congressional District
Republican County Central Committee
Waterloo
Third
Town
Cedar Rapids
Boreley
Es Wee Wee Aay
Bennington
Big Creek
Black Hawk
Bia
Howe
Pasare Dewass
Lester Fanma
Mt Vortion
Pedar Falls
Taft Faces Doubt Over renomination Record
The piece argues Taft failed to defend public health and conservation within his White House and cabinet. It cites Dr. Wiley and Pinchet as examples of internal clashes and questions whether a re nomination is viable given the resignation and ongoing disputes influencing progressive Republican principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Health
Dr. Wiley
Taft
Department of the Interior
Pinchet
Conservaton
Tatts
White House
Wiley
Public critique fuels prison crisis and political zeal
Governor Aldrich of Nebraska blames unjust criticism for prison unrest and murder of three officials, warning that loose attacks on authorities can trigger tragedy. The editorial urges steady citizen turnout, insisting informed, sincere scrutiny strengthens government and voting is essential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aldrich
Nebraska
Abe Suroey
McKinley
Cummins Candidacy Analyzed in Washington Correspondence
A Washington observer quoted by the New York Henins Post questions how Cummins’ candidacy can unite factions after recent political divisions. The English watcher notes Democratic and Republican lieutenants are reading bulletins and wonder about future alignments.
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Cummins
Halien
Ares
Washington
New York
Henins Post
Mareh Ys
Washigesan
Fidales
Warning Against Mercury Based Catarrh Ointments
Public health warning cautions against catarrh ointments containing mercury and urges avoiding harm from such products. It promotes Ball's Catarrhure as mercury free and effective, with trusted testimonials and pharmacy availability.
Republican division deepens as convention nears
The piece notes growing rifts within the party amid sharp attacks on candidates Taft Roosevelt and allies. It suggests possible bold moves like replacing leaders with Cummins or Borah to avert disaster. It also highlights the National Citizens league’s aim to separate monetary policy from politics. Old earth and spring imagery close the column.
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Taft
Wilson
Roosevelt
la Follette
Clark
Mr. Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
Albert B. Cummins
Willam E. Borah
Iowa's Place in Nomination Fight Surges Ahead
Iowa leads the presidential race with strong showings while Taft and Roosevelt feud. The Old Scheme cited by Sioux City Tribune affects delegates. Connecticut trails in delegates, amid party reform debate.
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Sioux City
South Carolina
Connecticut
Tafta
Backbone to hate or love, a student’s reflection
A long opinion piece argues that hatred often masks envy and pettiness. It suggests true strength lies in loving and living, not in maintaining grudges or displaying hostility toward others.
No Politician But Taft Stirs Midwest Political Drama
Des Moines letter notes Taft ends rumor of Sunny Jim Shermain as running mate while Taft forces hope Wisconsin's La Follette carries the Dakotas. Cedar Rapids Gazette suggests Wilson forces may clash at the Town democratic convention amid active campaign events.
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Des Moines T Megister
Mr. Taft
Sunny Jim’ Shermain
Cedar Kapida Gazette
Woodrow Wilson
Ark Followers
Kidney Pills Claim Relief From Backache Says Reader
A Bloomington reader, D. Toomey, describes severe kidney pain and backache that Foley Kidney Pills alleviated after a full trial. He reports being able to work a hard day without discomfort, endorsing the product through an implied testimonial.
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D. Toomey
E. Olive St
Bloomington
Foley
H. W. Taggart
Variety Life and Humorous Snippets Across Columns
A mixed montage from newspapers includes jokes and anecdotes on court missteps and social scenes. It features a coal dealer helping a widow, a wedding interruption in darkness, a boy’s blunt question to his father, a witty Irishman in court, and misread menus in high society dining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Vigorous Performer Leads the Team to a Roaring Finish
A brisk exchange reveals Josh as the decisive performer who leads the squad. Warmer Corn tossel notes Josh would not tolerate a timid role, instead driving the onfield effort and settling the game with his commanding presence.
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Josh
Opry
Secretary Knox Tours Central America Receives Broad Civic Praise
Secretary of State Knox visits Panama and Costa Rica on a mission of amity. Local papers publish biographical sketches but avoid unkind content. Caricatures humorously portray him as a daring Big Stick wielder and as Don Quixote defending Central America.
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San Jose
Costa Rica
Knox
Panama
Arogemena
United States
Arozemena
Don Quixote
Central America
King Winter Bows Off Stage As Gentle Spring Arrives
The piece notes King Winter’s farewell as snow melts across town. Gutters stream, pools form, and temperatures rise above freezing for the first time since autumn. Hopeful forecasts predict warm weather in the next days though flood risk grows if snow melts rapidly.
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Winter
Triangular High School Debate Friday Teams Ready
Six teams from Waterloo East Waterloo West and Cedar Falls prepare for Friday evening debates on the resolved issue That the public should support the movement for the closed shop. Speakers rehearse and finalize their speeches for the public appearance.
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Waterloo East
Waterloo West
Cedar Falls
Waterloo East and Cedar Falls debate teams draw interest
At Waterloo East High School East and Cedar Falls West High meet in a debate with teams led by Raymond Tipton Ruth Dubbert Elmer Fri dell and Horace Van Metre Calvin Huntley Herman Kopel against Sam Kiger Florence Sage Constance Buswell Marie White Harry Wood. Judges from out of town to be announced. Postmaster R G Collins of Barnes Gap New Jersey reports Foley honey and tar stopped his severe grippe cough after one bottle.
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Waterloo High School
Cedar Falls
Raymond Tipton
Ruth Dubbert
Elmer Fridell
East High
Sam Kiger
Florence Sage
Ray Mulkern
west—First High
Horace van Metre
Calvin Huntley
Herman Kopel
West High
Constance Buswell
Marie White
Harry Wood
Nettle Tutt
Hazel Manning
Clarence Myers
Henry Iblings
Margaret Connell
Floyd Toomey
How to Obtain Government Publications
A guide explaining how readers can request government documents directly from the Superintendent of Documents at the Government Printing Office Washington DC. It notes that relying on congress members for copies is unreliable and advises direct procurement to secure reprints at minimal cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Congress
Government Printing Office
Washington, D. C
Price Lists Mailed for Subject Division Sales at Cost
The official states price lists will be mailed free on request, showing costs divided by subjects. Remittance may accompany orders as required by law authorizing such sales. He emphasizes all applicants can obtain the lists and buy at cost.
Doctor Advertisement for D M Wray M D
Dr D M Wray lists practice limited to office work consultation and general surgery with hours 10 to 12 a m and 2 to 5 p m Saturdays evenings and other hours by appointment The office phone is 27 and residence 2260 Red First National Bank Bid is noted in the address line.
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D. M. Wray
M.D
First National Bank
Edgar H. Knittle
Bank
Tlack
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Gen. Mgr
Alfred
Mn Menage
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Europe
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Don
Trafalgar Building
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Green Altec
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Place de l'Opers
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See
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Pair Citizen
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National Citizens’ League
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Spirit OF the Iowa Press
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Alabama
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Edie
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King Winter
Royal
R. G. Collins
Barnesgat
N. J
Webster's
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Gore Beiler
Webster Chemical Company i, Poni, Mina
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Robert G. Dakin
Lafayette Building
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Gerritt J. Bennett
Elmwood and Western
Carl Bickley
Cecil Bickley
West Fourth Street
F. O. Laff
Lafayette
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C.D. Pedersen
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Consolidated
Jefferson Street
Seeessesesses
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Electric Blue Print Co
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MGR
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