Road talk and political tide shift in Iowa and beyond
A Washington opinion piece argues permanent paved roads cut wear and time loss far more than cost, citing a Waterloo driver’s costly trip and statewide auto wear. It notes Iowa politics shift after a Democratic caucus debate over a steering committee and Lodge’s treaty remarks, reflecting partisan dynamics and pacings of press reaction.
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Iowa
Waterloo
Dubuque
Washington
Champ Clark
Associated Press
House
Senator Lodge
jLodee
Senate
Lodge
Deadly parallel harms Democratic party leadership
The piece laments the deadly parallel that embarrasses partisan leaders and threatens Democratic prospects. It argues short sighted leadership fuels this affliction, forecasting discomfort for the party as the parallel effect grows. The author notes reduced public support when the deadly parallel intensifies.
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Pany
Mr Fox's Refrigerator Idea in Hollow Tree
Gum Beasley once worked in a grocery store. Mr Fox strolls by and, inspired by a hollow tree, envisions a personal refrigerator filled with hens and ducks to avoid hunger during slow days. He muses on keeping a steady supply.
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Mr. Fox Istruck
Management of Anemia and Health Advice Column
Health advice outlines anemia treatment including diet and iron preparations, cautions against dangerous trades, and suggests rest, moderate exercise, climate changes, and massage. Includes a reader question about ear, throat, and hearing symptoms linked to catarrh, with doctor’s guidance that constipation worsens symptoms and that no cure guarantee means avoid quacks.
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United States
Iere
Ambroige Pare
Making the Most of Marriage A Plain Tale For Married People
A 1918 Thompson Feature Service essay advises wives to rekindle their husbands' interest by recalling courtship tactics, staying lively, exercising, and showing genuine happiness in his company. It warns against revealing indifference and encourages playful efforts to restore charm and vitality in the relationship.
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The
Thompson Feature Service
Side Talks on Buying Cheap and Expensive Items
A narrator recalls a typical domestic argument about value and spendthrift habits. Husbands favor durability and status, wives push for economy, and a balanced approach emerges. The piece suggests analyzing what makes items costlier and whether the extra quality is affordable.
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Henry
Fox and Possum’s Refrigerator Scheme
A fox and a possum plot to store food in a hollow tree by digging a tunnel from behind a rock. They pose as partners hunting meals and fill a storage by dropping ducks and poultry into the tree. The ruse persists as night digging begins for more supplies, with the tale promising a continuation tomorrow.
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Mr. Possum
Mr. Pox
Mr. Fox
Billy
Sam Tela
Mr.Possum
Governors name considered for president by Iowa editors
Iowa editors urge Republican nomination of Gov Frank C Lowden of Illinois as a broad capable leader fit for president. They praise his youth health law experience legislative success and business record, arguing he can unite the party and handle national duties. Bryan unlucky to win moderator role. Sioux City Journal notes.
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Frank QO. Lowden
Des Moines
Republican Party
Frank Q.lowden
Ilinois
Gov. Lowden
Congress
Union
Illipois
William McKinley
Frank C. Lowden
United States
Iowa State University
Bryan
Sioux City Journal
William J. Bryan
The
Presbyterian, Assembly
Brain Tests in Wires Reflect Trench Warfare Tactics
The sketch describes a scientific wire entanglement used as a barrier in trench warfare, aiming to trap the enemy while concealing easier paths for creators. Readers are challenged to find a passage from Jeff to the tight side while consuming only 12 units. Copyright 1919 by Sam Lert.
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Nolae
Moist
Sam Lert
Hood's Sarsaparilla Blood Purifier Ad
Reconstruction of health tone and reserve strength after war and epidemics. Hood's Sarsaparilla builds appetite aids digestion and assimilation of nutrients to restore blood and body strength. Hood's Sarsaparilla claimed as America's greatest blood purifying medicine with Hood's Pills as a gentle family cathartic.
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Hood
America
Freezone corn relief promises instant painless lift off
An ad claims Freezone drops instantly relieve corns and calluses with no pain. It touts easy removal by lifting with fingers and features a Cincinnati invention as a selling point. The druggist price is a few cents per bottle.
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Satia
Avery
Freexonex
Cincinnati
Dvartigament
Loss of Appetite Guidance and Constipation Remedy
The article offers general advice on restoring appetite after a loss of appetite. It suggests skipping meals temporarily, spacing meals by at least five hours, and taking outdoor exercise. It notes constipation can cause appetite loss and recommends Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy.
Cocoanut Oil Shampoo Advice From A Past Era
An old guide recommends pure cocoanut oil as a gentle shampoo replacing soaps and shampoos high in alkali. It claims the oil produces rich lather with water, cleanses hair and scalp, dries softly, leaves hair bright and easy to manage, and is inexpensive at drug stores.
GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules Promised to Aid Kidney Health
An old remedy claims to combat kidney disease and related pains with warnings of danger from poison gas symptoms. The ad promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules imported from Holland, offering refunds if not effective and urging buyers to ensure authenticity and sealed packaging.
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Haarlem
Holland
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