Democratic split forecast for June primary in Iowa
Des Moines reports confirm White House and Speaker Wilson and Champ Clark favor not opposing Republican war supporters. Four races loom Hull Newton Ramseyer Woods face challenges. Ely of Davenport expected to oppose Second district nominee. Les Edwood leaves law practice to join military service. three Republicans vie for Howard Winneshiek state senate nomination: Spaulding Cresco Murtha Reed.
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Des Moines
L. S. Hill
Washington
Wilson
Champ Clark
House
Hill
Hull
Haugen
Ramseyer
Woods
N. D. Ely
Davenport
Hass R. Mowry
Newton
W. S. Allen
Les Edwood
Elma
Howard County
Elwood
Howard-Winneshiek
A. D., Spaulding
John F. Murtha
Cresco
Carl W. Reed
Waverly Red Cross Workers Aid After Storm Disaster
Waverly Indiana May 14 Red Cross volunteers left for Nashus to assist storm survivors. A large number joined the relief effort by auto, while town events include a May 17 barbecue with free meals and a 2 PM school pageant led by Miss Gertrude Tyrell. A band concert and dance follow, anticipated to draw large crowds, with the Community club overseeing the barbecue. Lieut Fred Clark attends the funeral of George Privat and others travel to Caietsa for services.
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Waverly
Red Cross
Nashus
Crctons
Opera House
Gertrude Tyrell
Clark
Fred
Ots
George Privat
Cyle
George Cie
Caietsa
Sells Seed Corn Below Advertised Test and Is Fined
Cherokee Ya Marie The Cherokee county council of defense fined W J McCrum for misrepresenting seed corn sold. He shipped corn from Grand Island Nebraska labeled to test 90 percent but evidence in Justice Green's court showed it below the advertised test. He was fined 14 and costs. The defense council warned farmers about this corn.
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Lefence Council
Stomach Troubles Relief Ad Claims Quick Help
An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as fast relief for upset stomachs. It promises free bowel movement, improved digestion, and a toned liver, claiming noticeable improvement after a day.
Calls Indiscriminate Correspondence by Soldiers
A Sioux City soldier with Parshing's forces in France, serving as a censor, warns that indiscriminate letters between soldiers and girls back home are a bad practice. He notes some soldiers write many duplicate letters and send them to multiple recipients, discouraging random correspondence while supporting letters to known sweethearts.
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Sioux City
Parshing
France
Eulliers
Shortened Nurses Training Courses for Iowa City Program
The State university will run a summer preparatory nursing course from June 17 to September 7 allowing graduates from accredited colleges to finish two years of training by next fall, nine months shorter than usual. Those with two years of college but not graduates will require two years and three months to complete. Dr C H Weller predicts large enrollment as the country calls for more nurses, with Navy Secretary Daniels urging expanded nursing recruitment and standards.
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Iowa City
The
State University
Iowa
C. H. Weller
Josephus Daniels
Secretary of the Navy
Kane Lumber and Liberty Tractor Companies File Inquiries
Des Moines report notes Kane Lumber of Marshalltown files articles of incorporation with the secretary of state. Capitalized at 15000 dollars, Wm G Kane serves as president and Ethel H Hamacher as secretary treasurer. Liberty Tractor of Dubuque also files, capitalized at 360000 dollars, with Hagar Jerome Paul Klumb and WJ Klumb as incorporators.
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Des Moines
Kane Lumber Company
Marshalltown
Wm. G. Kane
Ethel H. Hamacher
Tha
Liberty ‘Tractor Company
Dubuque
Hagar Jerome
Paul Klumb
WJ. Klumb
Lift Off Corns Magic No Pain
An ad-style claim promotes Freezone as a quick remedy to remove corns and calluses with a small bottle claimed to be inexpensive. It features sensational language about instant pain relief and easy corn removal, suggesting a Cincinnati discovery.
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Drusgist
Zemo Neon Skin Remedy Ad Claims Quick Eczema Relief
An old advertisement promotes Zemo as a clear skin solution. It targets eczema and itching, promising quick healing of skin troubles, sores, burns, wounds and chafing. The ad emphasizes penetrating cleansing, soothing effects, and affordability from E. W. Rose Co. Cleveland Ohio.
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E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland
Iowa War Stamp Campaign Extended To May 18
Des Moines reports Iowa designated pace setter for war savings stamp drive by Treasury. Campaign extended another week to reach quotas, with Homer A. Miller confirming continued efforts and intensified drive. Several counties report cash sales or pledges enough to reach the top. others to continue under similar orders.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Treasury Department
Atte
Campaign
Fleming
Homer A. Miller
Lowa
Towa
Cherokee
Ida
Lyon
Monona
Osceola
Sac
Sioux
Buena Vista
Fayette
Clay
Kossuth
Wright
Turn Out a Ship a Day at Pacific Coast Shipyards
Des Moines report from J W Hancox of Spokane notes Washington coast shipyards building one ship daily. Both steel and wooden vessels are under construction as I W W trouble in the west is said to be under control. Hancox returned to Iowa after his father’s sudden death in Des Moines.
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Des Moines
J. W. Hancox
Spokane
Wash
Iowa
Washington
Ilo
West
Hancox
Red Cross Drive Planned In Independence May 15
A large meeting to launch Independence Red Cross drive is set for Sunday May 15 at the Gedney opera house. Buchanan county aims for a $14,000 quota. Dr W A Jessup president of Iowa State University will deliver the keynote address. The Sons of Veterans Camp in Independence plans to back the drive and boost the local G A R support. Other speakers include J E Brownell and Prof Bohumi Shemik with additional visits by J W Grimm. May 15 also marks initiation of 75 new members. Blood and clothing reports show April totals for the Red Cross auxiliary with dressings and knitted items shipped to refugees and hospitals. Local boys in service include Howard O’Brien, John Jewell, Arthur Flaher, Karl Burr, Harold Tremaine, Clyde Marinus, and Elmer Sorenson benefiting from life insurance proceeds.
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Independence
Don D. Donnan
Independence Camp
Sons of Veterans
G. A. HK
Commercial Club
J. EB. Brownell
Marion
Bohumi Shemik
The
State University
J. W. Grimm
Cedar Rapids
Buchanau County
Howard O’brien
Camn Cody
N. ML
John Jewell
Arthur Flaher
Brady
Waterloo
Jefferson Barracks
Karl Burr
Camp Cady
Harold Tremaine
Camp Grant
Clyde Marinus
Thea
Elmer Sorenson
Mberalife
Beathes
Exempts and enlistments noted in local list
Dr Henry C Allen of pneumonia in London hospital reports crisis passed. Rev C W Fletcher learns son Raymond has been called for aviation service after Des Moines work. Manning of Aurora enlisted in Naval Reserve for Great Lakes training and C J Ancker returns to Camp Custer. list names second lieutenants in Infantry. Br and Mrs F C Norman mentioned.
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Hyieut
Henry C. Allen
London
Eng
C. W. Fletcher
Raymond
Y. ML CG
Des Moines
Aviation Corps
Austin
Tex
South
Noris
William D. Manning
Aurora
Naval Reserve Corps
Ancker
Fort Snelling
F.C. Norman
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted in Ad Copy
An advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as an internal remedy that reaches the bloodstream to treat catarrh, claiming influence by constitutional conditions. It cites a physician endorsement, lists ingredients as tonics and blood purifiers, and urges readers to send for testimonials. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
J. Cheney & CO
Props
Toledo
Waterloo Man Rejoices Daughter Can Resume Studies
A Waterloo man celebrates his 12 year old daughter's recovery after a year away from school. He credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with easing her stomach and intestinal issues, restoring her appetite and ability to attend classes. Available from Wangler Bros Sievers Drug and Hensen and Hansens with money back guarantee.
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Waterloo
Sirl
Mayr
Wangler Bros
Sievers Drug
Hensen and Hansens
Fort Riley Soldier Promoted Despite Unclear Details
A communication from M B Noreamen at Fort Riley Kansas confirms a promotion to corporal. The note, though brief, places the individual in the medical section at the headquarters company. Further details about Frank Diggins of Winthrop are mentioned but not elaborated.
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M. B. Noreamen
Fort Riley
Kan
Ife
Frank Diggins
Winthrop
Furlough Granted and Enlistments Reported
A 20 day furlough was granted for a serviceman stationed at Camp Custer. Ebert D. Pingree of Fairbank enlisted in the signal corps last week and has been sent to Jefferson Barracks. Roy Styder has arrived safely in Europe, according to received word.
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Mecqunt Lof
Camp Custer
Ebert D. Pingree
Fairbank
Signal Corps
Jefferson Harracks
Roy. i Styder
Europe
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Uine
Pacific Coast Shipyards
Mas
Speed Red Cross
Med Cross
Woman's Auxiliary of the Red
Hospital Garment Department
Fletcher
Astoria
Chas. H. Fletcher
Mr. Burneson
Najol Laboratories, Standard Oil CO
New Jersey
Bayonne, N. J
Richmondville, N.Y
Yours Truly
G. W. Burneson
Najal
IENT
Davidsons Furnture Stor
Waterloos Center
Davidsons
Boba-Syphon
Alaska Star
Herrick
Alaska
Cott Dumk
National Beverage Company
Chicago
Waterloo Fruit & Commission
Thirs
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