Congress Tries to Find Causes of High Prices
Washington reports a sweeping bill to regulate monopolies and curb profits has been filed by Rep Frear of Wisconsin. Judge W D Boies of the Eleventh Town district joins a judiciary subcommittee to study price fixing in sugar and probes into gasoline, fuel oil, and coal prices. The bill aims to empower the federal trade commission to declare usurious profits and restrict licenses to those reducing excess profits. The Rogers bill to stop misbranded goods advances with Rep Burton B Sweet of Iowa on the interstate commerce committee. Textile interests testify as the fabric bill would require clear labeling such as all wool for wool goods and precise descriptions for other items.
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Washington, T. C
House
Representative Frear
Wisconsin
Judiciary
W. D. Boies
Eleventh Town
Hawkeye
Boies
Judiciary Committee
Louisiana
Eleventh District
Federal Trade Commission
Commission
New Junes
Interstate Commerce Commission
Burton B. Sweet
Iowa
House Committee On
Postoffice Building at Davenport on Fire
Davenport Iowa March 28 for half an hour Sunday night it was feared Davenport's postoffice building would be destroyed Ames discovered in the basement save the firemen one of the stiffest fights they have had for some time The fire was confined to the basement and no mail was destroyed Spontaneous combustion is given as the origin
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Davenport
Postoffice
Ames
8 Grain Gadomene Tablets Restore Vitality and Strength
Advertises 8 grain Gadomene tablets claimed to restore vitality and strength for men and women. Sold by all druggists.
Dr Chase’s Pod and Nerve Tablets Tonic Claim
Advertises Dr Chase’s Pod and Nerve Tablets as a powerful spring tonic. Promotes use for colds grippe influenza and postwar weakness, claiming to rebuild blood nerves and vital forces with ingredients like iron nux vomica gentian capsicum alp in and zinc phosphide. Sold by druggists 60 cents, stronger 90 cents.
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Dr. Chase
Good Fellows Club Promotes Beer and Light Wine Plan
Sioux City march report notes formation of the Good Fellows of America, a Pulmotor style movement urging repeal of prohibition via a 1,000,000 member chain plan. It advocates lawful use of beer and light wine, seeks cards to Congress, and claims strong Iowa backing, citing Governor Edwards’ strong showings.
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Pulmotor
Sioux City
America
H. K. Hansman
Ker
Menbergs
Congress
Jted
Hansen
Nteratira Cave
Uy Wesw
Canonuua
Towa
Jowal
Edwards
Iowa
United States
Good Fellows of America
H. K. Hansen
iSioux City
Supreme Court
Elderly convict seeks prison and lands back behind bars
In Iowa City on March 29 John Smith an elderly man who says he longs for prison smashed a plate glass window at Kelso's shoe store and stole rubber boots. He pleaded guilty to breaking and entering and was sentenced by Judge Ralph Otto to 10 years at Fort Madison penitentiary. He believes he will die in a cell and notes prior time in Joliet and other state prisons. He also says he deserted from the U S Army before becoming a criminal. He planned the act to get a speedy sentence and awaits transport to Fort Madison.
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Jowa City
John Smith
Id Kelso
Ralph Otto
Iowa City
Iowa County
Fort Madison
Smith
Joliet
III
United States Army
Smaller towns urge conference to pressure teachers wages
Des Moines dispatch reports Dayton Ta newspaper editorials inspire an appeal from Dayton urging a conference to push down teachers wages. The item notes the wider debate over compensation in education and cites the origin in Dayton.
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Des Moines
Dayton
Papes Diapepsin Relief Quickly Feels Right Away
A historical ad notes four Us digestion pills giving rapid relief as Pape's Diapepsin neutralizes stomach acidity. It claims instant relief from souring, fermentation, gases, heartburn, and abdominal discomfort, helping regulate disordered stomachs so favorite foods can be eaten without distress.
Wizard Oil and Wizard Liver Pills Advertisement Notice
An old advertisement promotes Wizard Oil as a nasal and throat antiseptic spray to combat grip and influenza, instructing a mixture with water and atomizer use or gargling if unavailable. It promises an antiseptic defense against flu germs and offers a money back guarantee. It also touts Wizard Liver Pills for constipation or headaches at 80 cents with a guarantee.
Editorial Opposes Higher Teacher Salaries in Small Districts
A letter to school boards in small towns argues salaries demanded by teachers are too high and urges boards not to concede to higher wages. The piece contends fiscal prudence and calls for resisting wage increases in the smaller districts.
Four-Year-Old Body Found in Creek Near Burlington IA
Burlington IA March 29 The body of four year old Wenzel Zab rondil was found in a creek near his home yesterday. He had been missing since Friday afternoon at 4 o clock and hundreds joined in the search that ended with discovery of the body.
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Creek
Burlington
Wenzel Zabrondil
Zemo Promises Clear Skin With Easy At-Home Use
The E. W. Rose Co of Cleveland promotes Zemo as a clean antiseptic liquid for skin problems including eczema pimples blackheads blotches ring worm and clear healthy skin. Available at drug stores for 35 cents or a large bottle for 1.00 with easy application and no stickiness.
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E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland, O
Blind woman regains sight after healing mission in Council Bluffs
Totally blind for 13 years Mrs Journas Bend of Liberty Missouri 50 student at Nebraska institution for the blind attended James Moore Hickson healing session at St Pauls church in Council Bluffs and now reads headlines. Her sister in law Mrs S R McDonald of 2413 Avenue A described the dramatic change and the group marveled as Mrs Bond read the day’s newspaper aloud.
Positive Pain Relief Oil Promises Quick Comfort
An advertisement claims a versatile oil relieves rheumatic and neuralgic pain within minutes and soothes headaches, lumbago, sore joints, corns, bunions, and more. It touts internal and external use for coughs, colds, influenza, and throat infections, pledging deep penetration and rapid effect. Sold by Wangler Bros Co.
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Wangler Bros. Co
Mrs Bend's Recovery Hopes Inspire Friends in March News
It was wonderful to witness Mrs Bend's happiness as she believed she would eventually recover her sight. Mrs McDonald noted the other three women, though not improving, were inspired by Mrs Bend's cheer and the teachings of Mr Rickson, hoping to share her joy in time. Postyble hardware store robbery noted as 24 Inger—details unclear.
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Mre. Bend
Postyble
Schroeder & Brenner
Woman’s Health Boost Promised by Pinkham Remedy
Lowell resident Mrs M Taran Bessey reports three years of pain and constipation ending after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. She credits doubled work capacity and urges others to try the standard female health remedy, noting confidential letters answered by women at Lynn, Massachusetts company headquarters.
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Lowell
Mass
Lydia E. Pinkham
Mrs
M. Taran Bessey
Appleton Street
Lydia
E. Pinkham
Lynn
Burglary Reports Theft of Watches Valued at $100
A burglary left watches valued at $100 stolen while no other merchandise was taken. The cash register drawer was open but no change was removed. Investigators note the incident involved only the watches and related opening of the register.
Protect children from diphtheria with Tonsiline early
A health notice promotes Tonsiline as a throat remedy to prevent diphtheria. It urges using Tonsiline at first signs of sore throat and keeping it in the home, listing prices of 35c, 60c, and 1.00.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Full Nutritive Value
An Indiana justice credits Hood's Sarsaparilla with making food taste good and enabling three hearty meals daily after three bottles. The ad touts fifty years of sales, claims of being prepared by educated pharmacists, and urges readers to obtain a bottle today.
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Justice of the Pesce
Indiana
Hood
Musterole Relief Promises Quick Pain In Many Ailments
An ad touts Musterole as a clean white ointment made from mustard oil and other ingredients to replace mustard plasters without blistering. It claims rapid relief for sore throats bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia headaches congestion pleurisy rheumatism lumbago back and joint pains sprains sore muscles bruises chilblains frostbite chest colds and may prevent pneumonia, with jars priced 30c 60c and hospital size $2.50.
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Waterloo
Hamlin
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S. R. McDonald
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Mr. Hilla
Deng
Scott
Eott & Bawaa
Bloomfield
al Ou
GOD
Jelke
John F. Jelke CO
Huntley, Ill
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Water St
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Musterole
Columbia Records
Cairo
Iltz
Edley Walt
BBC
Ted Lewis
Louisiana Five Jazz Orchestra
Paul Biese
Carl Seville
Jack Geddes
Yale Columbia
Columbia
Art Hickman
Art Hickiman
Prince
Prince's Dance Orchestra
Opera Bercarolle
Teles of Hoffmann
Rosa and
Carmela Ponselle
Rigoletto
Elder Eatmore
Eatmore
Uncle Josh
Uncle Joah
Sailor
Bert Williams
Golden and Hughes
Cal Stewart
Cal Stewarts
Chia
Boy
al Jolson
Henry Burr
Fred Hughes
Lewis James
Riccardo Stracciari
Columbia Light Opera Company
Hane Raeg
Charles Harricon
Campbell and Burr
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Rice
Charles Harrison
Earl F. Wilde
Eal F. Wilde
Lou
Jack Kaufman
Harry C. Brome
Peerless Quartette
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Kimo
Harry C. Browne
Obi
Nora Bayes
Snoops
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Eugen Ysaye
Incinnati Symphony Orchestra
Edward Avis
Edward Ars
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