Waterloo Daily Courier Announces Regional Politician Candidates
The Waterloo Daily Courier lists Republican primary candidates for county and state offices including Wirt P. Hoxte for state senator and H. Jacob Pysiffer for supervisor, with others challenging for a representative seat in Black Hawk County. Also discusses opposition to theatre trading monopolies and a 25 million dollar film syndicate shaping national venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wirt P. Hoxte
H. Jacob -Pysiffer
Black Hawk County
Henry W. Grout
Inning of the Blue Remembers Nation’s War Service
The nation’s focus shifts to the veterans who served the Union and the flag as discussion grows against dedicating May 30 to star athletic events or other attractions that would detract from the observance.
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Union
Memorial day cautions and progressive ideals across parties
A dated editorial discusses Memorial day meaning and urges serious reflection on patriotism. It contrasts evangelical fear tactics with modern political campaigning and calls for progressive reform under Roosevelt and Taft era ideals, opposing machine politics and predatory capital while urging voters to favor honest legislation and true democracy. It notes friction among electric interests and Pinchot and mentions investigations into the veteran board of control member regarding Carroll-Cownie events.
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Lola
South
Lincoln
Grant
McKinley
Roosevelt
Taft
Jess
Republican Party
Iowa
Taft Republican Club
Lafe Young
Old Guard
Iowa in uproar over governor’s charges against trusted servant
A provocative critique blasts the governor as a long trusted servant faces damaging accusations. In Washington a popcorn and peanut roaster explosion after an insurance discussion sends both participants to hospital. The piece notes a strong business argument and mentions Thedore Roosevelt as the latest sweet girl graduate to receive a diploma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Washington
Thedore Roosevelt
Decoration Day Duty and the Civil War's Enduring Legacy
A Decor ation Day reflection recalls how the Civil War preserved the Union and ended slavery, contrasts Northern and Southern war aims, and honors G A R soldiers. It argues emancipation followed from preserving the Union, notes battles and leaders, and urges civic virtue over wealth.
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United States
Egypt
Old South
Old North
South
McClellan
Grant
Donelson and
Henry
Shiloh
Mississippi Valley
Vicksburg
Kentucky
Missouri
Tennessee
Minnesota
Gulf
Gettysburg
Chattanooga
Sher- Man
Roosevelt and insurgents debate Cannon and Taft letter
Davenport Times reports an alleged Washington tale that President Roosevelt privately backed insurgents seeking house rule changes and to curb Cannonism. The story claims he prepared a private circulation letter opposing Cannon, then avoided final commitment after Taft’s stance. Verification awaited after June 18.
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Davenport Times
Washington
Roosevelt
Nelson
House
Cannon
Capitol
Taft
Senate
Africa
Europe
Patna
Walking Fashion for Society Women in Boston
The writer praises Eleanor Sears for inspiring walking among young and older society women in Boston. He argues walking as a refined pastime rivals motor or horse travel, likening it to art forms and literature, and urges older women to embrace outdoor exercise for health and pleasure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Sears
Boston
Spain
Charles Lamb
Walking Club Sparks Fun and Health in Town
Women’s clubs promote walking as a source of joy and benefit. Members meet weekly most of the year and twice weekly in spring and autumn, with long monthly excursions in warmer months. Outings include scenic trips, dainty lunches, and lively social moments, described as rejuvenating and irresistible. A clubwoman urged founding similar groups in every city.
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America
Theatre Trust
Octopus
Soon Leaves for Her European Trip
Miss Eloise Haymond travels with her uncle Dr. A V Raymond and Miriam to the World's Conference of Religions in Edinburgh June 14 to 24. They sail June 4 from New York aboard the Caledonia, then tour Scotland, England, France and Holland by motor, returning to New York in July. Miss Raymond plans nursing studies at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore this fall.
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Eloise Haymond
Buffalo
Auburn
N. Y
A. ¥. V. Raymond
First Presbyterian Church of
Miriam
Edinburgh
Scotland
New York
Caledonia
Glasgow
Trossack
Loch Lomond
London
England
France
Paris
Holland
Raymond
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