Candidacy clash over Cummins seat in Iowa race
The Waterloo newspaper notes Col. Smith Brookhart enters the Iowa United States senate race to succeed Senator Cummins. It weighs Cummins strong record and leadership against Brookhart’s bid, arguing for continuity in Iowa’s federal representation and critiquing wartime politics and League of Nations debates. It questions the merit of replacing an experienced senator with a new candidate amid national tensions.
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Brookhart
Iowa
Cummins
Senate
Congress
Brockhart
Senate Committee On
Igwa
Unreal democracy and the call for a new amendment
A letter argues for a constitutional amendment to empower the majority against the minority. The writer criticizes recent amendments and urges action to strengthen popular rule, claiming the nation needs a change to balance political power and reflect the will of the people.
Dentists Debate Causes of Ills as Teeth Take Half
In Chicago the state convention of dentists votes that human teeth are responsible for half of human ills. The piece suggests seeking the other half from another body or region and hints at parting with the spleen to live better.
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Chicago
Woman blocks pole installation in front of home
In Buxton Maine Mrs. F J Ritchford resisted a city permit for an electric pole outside her residence by locking into a hole with a carving knife. Police were present but powerless as she refused to move until her husband arrived. After about a day the pole was finally installed.
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Buxton
F. J. Ritchford
Electric Light Company
Health Talks on Erythema by J B Huber M D
Sam asked about erythema a simple redness fading with pressure. It results from friction scratching or blows and can lead to inflammation ulcers eczema or deep sores if untreated. Sun burn heat cold and irritants can cause it and certain drugs or poisons may trigger it. Treatment focuses on overall health with cooling astringent washes carbonated vaseline for itching and regulated diet and habits.
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Sam
Nature Notes I II III Answers IV Tomorrow’s Nature Notes
A compact note hints at questions about wildlife welcome, fragrant violets, and the first egg of spring in a sequence titled Nature Notes. The item teases tomorrow’s installment as the source presents brief prompts or riddles.
Answers to Previous Questions on Animal Senses and Nesting
A reader questions bee respiration eye structure and whether animals get lost. The article argues bees lack a brain as we know it yet show intelligence. It discusses homing instincts and bird nest building differs by climate with examples. It invites mail inquiries for diagnosis and treatment from Dr. John Shover.
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Mall
Labrador
Georgia
John
East Side
Old Tomorrow and the Light of Today in Song
A fragmentary lyric voice named Old Tomorrow urges action and hope. It contrasts future-day resolve with present work and dismisses dwelling on troubles, urging a forward push to “Git up and Go” and to shed sorrow through daily effort.
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Ol¢ Tomorr
Untitled Phrase About Faith Amid Rural Life
A rustic saying urges caution and faith, warning not to climb a tree when Satan may appear and suggesting prayer to protect the land from evil, then facing evil with two hands and a greeting.
Tuberculosis risk for daughters and sons explained
A health note states there is no difference in risk between a daughter and a son. TB is largely a house disease from insanitary homes. Parents rarely pass the disease itself, but may pass a weakened condition increasing the child’s susceptibility. Health, cleanliness, and a sanitary home reduce risk.
Frien d Wife By Roe Walkerson
Andrew and Imogene discuss a neighbor, a young woman in the second story front room across the street. Imogene criticizes the girl’s late nights, light and noise, while Andrew questions the judgment and wonders about her life as they prepare for bed. The exchange reveals neighbors gossiping about propriety and privacy on a quiet block.
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Andrew
Billy
Imogene
Vten
White House
Brain Fests by Sam Loyd
A historical puzzle note describes Mr Smith shopping, recounting losses of money as “dust half my money was gone 30 minutes” and “half as many dollars as before I had pennies.” It asks how much he spent, with reference to a varied list of city names and numbers.
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Smith
Ravenna
Bethel
Buffalo
Ely
Mobile
Paris
Notable Night At Miss Tabitha’s House Ends In Mouse Capers
Andrew and Imogene host a sleepy night interrupted by lights and smoking rules. Tommie Puss frees a plump mouse to chaos as guests scatter, cats chase, and Tabitha scrambles to restore order. Tommie and Tabitha’s guests enjoy a restless afterglow amid laughter and suspicion.
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Tommie
Miss Tabitha
Tabitha
Miss Tabitha Hosts A Party For Neighborhood Cats
Miss Tabitha a neat reclusive woman plans a party for all neighborhood cats. A quarrelsome black Tommie, barred from the guest list, schemes to disrupt the event by capturing a mouse and bringing it in a cage to Miss Tabitha’s house.
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Miss Tabitha
Tabitha Tabiking
Tabitha
Tommie
Coure
Iowa Entriers Towa and Sales in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Republican notes 20 600 or about 200 Towa farms changed hands this month. The land sold at boom prices was well sold, and buyers show no fear to pay. Higher land prices may push others west or to Canada for cheaper land. Some Iowa tenants even travel to New York state for suitable lands. Jefferson Bee reports candidacy of Smith Brookheart to succeed Senator Cummins will not spark strong acclaim.
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Cedar Rapids
Canada
Iowa
New York State
Jefferson Bee
Smith Brookheart
Washington, Ta
Cummins
Little Horace Wade and the millinery season quip
In a humorous remark Lafe Bud from Uday jokes that Horace Wade would be glad only when his wife buys a new hat. He quips about his wife being pleasant until a fresh millinery season begins, reflecting light local humor.
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Horace Wade
Au‘thor
Lafe Bud
Uday
Syrup of Figs ad promises safe laxative for children
An old advertisement touts Califor nia Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting laxative for children. It urges mothers to help their kids by giving the product with full dosing directions on the box, claiming it is harmless for the stomach liver and bowels and that children love the fruity flavor. It prompts mothers to say Califor nia when purchasing to ensure authenticity.
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California
Califfornia
Political Jostling and Opinions Across Iowa Papers
In frequent quotes and snippets, Cedar Pids Republicans urge restoring liberty bonds to par while Kenyon’s Charitablenes of Webster City Freemen-Journal praises Kenyon as charitable and once supportive of Wilson. Knoxville Journal recalls Bryan predicting Wilson’s election and a future Republican split. Sioux City Journal questions the president’s health and cabinet changes as the nation debates policy.
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Kenyon
Webster City
Freemen-Journal
Johnson
Wilson
Marmola Prescription Tablets Ad Claims Quick Fat Loss
An advertisement urges readers to buy Marmola Prescription Tablets claiming a simple fat reduction method. It promises three to four pounds weekly without exercise or side effects, directing readers to purchase via a druggist or mail order from Marmola Co in Detroit for one dollar.
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Marmola ‘Co
Woodward,Arge
Detroit
Mich
Nicotol Helps Quit Tobacco Craving Reader Ad
An advertisement promotes Nicotol tablets for reducing tobacco cravings and aiding quitting. It claims Nicotol cures craving tones nerves and leaves users feeling fine.药 It invites readers to ask druggists about Nicotol and offers a satisfaction guarantee or money back.
Native Bliss 8533 Tablets Advertises Skin Aids
Purports to clear pimples and improve complexion by bedtime use of Bliss Native Herb Tablets. Claims remove waste matter affecting skin breath and digestion and promote health. Each box contains a guarantee coupon and a seal with Alonzo Q. Bliss signature. sold by druggists in 200 dose and 100 dose sizes.
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Alonzo Q. Bliss
A. G. Bliss CO
Washington, D. Cc
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