Progressives unite in new Republican alliance gains
The Chicago conference of progressive Republicans is praised for uniting the party on progressive lines. It marks three gains: giving progressives control or risk of losing power, inviting those who backed Roosevelt in 1912 to join the alliance, and preserving leaders who fought for the progressive cause. The meeting is seen as a strategic move by Cummins and others to consolidate the reform wing amid a shifting political landscape.
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Ita Metal
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Roosevelt
Nation
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Gronan
North Dakota
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Hedley
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Iowa
Outlaws of the Road
The piece condemns reckless driving as barbaric and dangerous arguing autos and motorcycles awaken savagery. It cites a Waterloo banker offering 25 to see a speeding driver arrested after nearly harming a woman and child at a streetcar crossing.
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Napoleon
Waterloo
A Waterloo News Skepticism on Rest for the Wicked
An old time newsroom ethic prompts a discussion on Sunday rest for reporters and other workers. The piece notes Massachusetts law gaps, praises Waterloo for lighter Sunday duties, and references Dr. Claxton pushing nine months of schooling. It also cites LaFollette’s political stance and ends with a quip about Waterloo baseball fans.
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Massachusetts
Waterloo
Heathenium
P. P. Claxton
United States
Government
Black Hawk County
No Moral Right and Public Civility Across States
Excerpts from Marshalltown Times-Republican Storm Lake Pilot-Tribune and Council Bluffs Nonpareil urge practical ethics in real estate access and civic duties. Californians’ real estate sales restrictions are questioned, while neighbors are urged to clean yards and alleys to improve block appearance and collective spirit.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Storm Lake Pilot-Tribune
The Modest Violet in Aflower of Quiet Fame
A whimsical essay extols the modest violet as a humble, early spring plant that rises to two inches, blooms blue beneath its leaves, and sells modestly in markets. It compares modesty to politicians, actresses, and editors, noting how true modesty hides itself while the public notices the credited violets.
Commission Plan Vote Prominent In Iowa City
Des Moines Tribune notes The Citizen fights hard for Iowa City commission plan with decisive outcome expected. Mason City voted six to one in favor. Dubuque Telegraph-Herald argues violence harms suffrage efforts, recalling Chartists. Cedar Falls Record urges locals to invest in their town to attract outsiders and capital to spur growth.
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Des Moines
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University of Today
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Dubuque
Haly Slippers and Classic Jokes in The Real Article
A fragment from The Real Article features jokes and quips about poise elections and everyday mishaps. It strings together humorous lines from Chicago Record-Herald and Cincinnati Enquirer reprinted in a Life style snippet, ending with a domestic gag about a salary.
Profit in Love and a Bankers View on China
A Kansas City Journal excerpt discusses profits, expenses, and domestic needs while financier William D. Straight weighs China’s role beyond finance. A young woman asks if it is better to have loved and lost, and her reply hinges on keeping gifts.
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Kansas City Journal
William D. Straight
China
Mr. Straight
Idle Men Not Happy Chauncey M DePew
The speaker argues that true happiness stems from purposeful work. He notes that idle men, chosen idleness, seldom achieve happiness and that those who engage their talents, enjoy recreation, and contribute to church, lodges, and social work find education, growth, and fulfillment.
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Anti Murphy Man Gets Port Job
Washington May 13 President Wilson has sent to the senate the nomination of John Purroy Mitchel president of the New York city board of aldermen to be collector of the port of New York. This is an anti Murphy appointment designed to show the administration hostility to Tam many's leader. Mitchel was one of the original Wilson men in New York and the appointment aligns with building a strong Wilson organization in New York state. Senator O Gorman was called into the president's room and later expressed pleasure with Mitchel's selection.
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Wilson
Senate
John Purroy
Mitchel
New York City
Port of
New York
Tammany
O'Gorman
Tacensed to Wed, Frederick Heinel, Waterloo
Frederick Heinel of Waterloo to wed Helen Burchs of Waterloo in a scheduled ceremony, with a mention of the couple’s residence in Waterloo and confirmation of engagement details.
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Frederick Heinel
Waterloo
Helen Burchs
Fire destroys Carl Anderson barn near Dike Iowa
A barn on the H. J. Boysen place burned after noon Monday, with two barns a hog house corn crib and silo lost. About 2000 bushels of corn and some hay were consumed while much equipment was saved. Water scarcity hindered work and the loss is estimated around 4000 dollars, with insurance to cover. Local visitors observed rapid destruction and blamed the fire on children nearby. The blaze drew a large Dike contingent and the silo suffered heavy damage.
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Dike
Carl Anderson
H. J. Boysen
Foley Kidney Pills Sell As Best Remedy For Women
A family doctor notes many women seek help for female trouble but improve after kidney and bladder treatment. Foley Kidney Pills are advertised as safe and tonic, offering quick relief and recovery. Sold by all druggists nationwide.
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All Drug
Throne Proposed For Teddy as Albania's King
The Daily Citizen suggests Theodore Roosevelt could become king of Albania. It notes Teddy would bring a modern business style, while debating whether Europe wants a real ruler or a puppet. The piece ponders Vienna's reaction and Roosevelt's potential governance.
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Albania
London
Daily Citizen
Labor Party
Theodore Roosevelt
Hisad
Nicholas
Europe
White House
Vienna
Roosevelt Rex
Ames Experts to Visit Iowa Farms Tour
In June a group from Iowa State College agricultural extension will tour sixteen counties by auto to study farming problems firsthand in farmers barnyards and fields. In each county, volunteers may join the expedition as it starts its regional trip through the state.
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Iowa State College
Farm Extension Tour Dates Outline County Visits
W. J. Kennedy announces a multi county farm extension tour to study farming conditions and crop practices. About a couple hundred farmers expected, with 60 autos in some counties. Public meetings planned after each tour and results used for winter short courses. Tour starts Creston June 8, with several other towns listed through June 28 and beyond.
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Humboldt
Pocahontas
Inwood
Emmetebure
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Marshalltown
Tulsa
Rebecca Karp Buys New York Real Estate With Pennies
New York May 18 Rebecca Karp saved pennies from newspaper sales at Brooklyn Bridge for twenty two years and is making her second investment in New York real estate.
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Brooklyn Bridge
Rebecca Karp
Immigrant Newsstand Pioneer Builds Breadth of Success
A penniless arrival to this country stood among bridge entrance competitors and from midnight to 9 a m daily distributed newspapers with such success that she bought a three story house and raised seven children. She is now purchasing valuable property next door.
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