Wilson Speech Mixes Whimsy And War Wisdom At Armistice
Washington readers witnessed an outdoor Armistice Day ceremony in a maple shaded block. President Wilson appeared frail yet affable, bowing before a crowd of 8 000 to 10 000 as Carter Glass read a grave, hopeful address about peace and national unity, tempered by Wilsons shifting moods from whimsy to somber reflection.
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Salvation Army Puts Hoboes Into Cornhusking Jobs
Des Moines reports that the Salvation Army in Iowa persuades about 24 hoboes weekly to take up cornhusking as their first profession. Adjutant Arthur Low says about 260 farms list work offering 7 cents a bushel to stout workers. The charity is expanding winter care with 4000 salvaged overcoats offered for sale at $1, staves at $2.50, plus cheap bedclothes and garments.
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Bank Loses Suit Over Iowa Bank Taxation
The U S supreme court ruled Iowa law taxing national banks on their capital stock constitutional, a decision deemed a victory for Des Moines, Polk County, and the state. About 700000 involved. banks face penalties for back taxes.
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Governor Pays 25 for Red Cross Badge in Iowa
Des Moines reports Gov N E Kendall signed the first membership in the seventh annual Red Cross drive. Miss Carolyn Schuster from state Red Cross headquarters pinned the 1924 badge while Thagorer signed for a supporting membership and contributed $2.50. Kendall praised the Red Cross as a world leading enterprise and wished success to Iowa workers this year.
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Mustapha Kemal Confined by Heart Disease in Istanbul
Constantinople Nov 12 Mustafa Kemal Pasha president of the Turkish republic is confined to his bed by an attack of heart disease. His wife Latife Hanum also is ill.
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Mustapha Kemel Pasha
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Latife Hanum
Booze Syndicate's Equipment Seized in Des Moines Raid
Des Moines police and federal agents disclosed a large booze syndicate raid resulting in the arrest of W H McKay and William Carson. About 400 gallons of alcohol were confiscated, described as the largest haul in months. Charges include illegal transportation nuisance maintenance and conspiracy. Both men were arraigned and released on $1,000 bond. The use of plainly marked boxes labeled valuable led investigators to the shipment, consigned to F G Chaplin & Co Des Moines from Capland & Co New York.
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Hitler Arrested as New Disorders Roil Bavaria
Allied powers vow no return of ex Kaiser or crown prince to Germany while violence spreads in Bavaria. Hitler arrested near Ulfingen as demonstrations surge. Ludendorff urged to stay neutral, while Wilhelm continues journey toward his Gels castle.
Courier Delivery Cutoff and Redelivery Instructions
The Courier should be delivered to your home before 5 30. If you miss delivery due to carrier error or other cause, call 5100 for a replacement copy. Phone calls must reach the office before 6 30 p m.
John Laws Hosts to 18 Thirsty Tourists Outside Des Moines
Des Moines November 12. Joe Canipe John Vignovich and Frank Ghillit village barber Enter prise are jailed after a deputy raid at Canipe home welcoming 18 men bound for a dance in Aukeney. Several barrels of wine found at Ghillits home and a still with 40 gallons of liquor at Vignovichs place. Deputy Sheriff Humery and Federal Agent Adams led the operation.
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Five Hurt in Wreck Near Marshalltown
Five people were injured when Chicago Great Western passenger train No. 1 derailed one and a half miles east of Unis City. The rear Pullman overturned, all injuries occurred there, and none were hospitalized. Rails torn up for about 6000 feet delayed traffic, detoured over the Chicago Northwestern via Gladbrook.
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Corvallis
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Minneapolis
Negro Arter
Chicago
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Towa Branch to Aid League Is Organized
In Des Moines on November 13 the Towa branch of the League of Nations nonpartisan association was formed with offices to promote international cooperation. State officers include Gov Garst as president, G B Clark and BE Meredith as vice presidents, Fred Hunter and Mon Casady as treasurers, Thobert L. Finch as executive secretary, and Helen Tiboy as field secretary.
Denver Mint Chief Appoints New U S Mint Director
President Coolidge named Robert J. Grant to head the United States mint in Washington, succeeding F B Scoby of Texas who resigned weeks ago. Grant has served as Denver mint superintendent for three years.
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Texas
Fifteen Firemen Injured in Downtown Crash
Dallas fire department reports fifteen firefighters wounded in a downtown intersection when two firetrucks collided at high speed. Two firefighters were listed in serious condition, with all others expected to recover. The incident occurred during daytime traffic and prompted investigations into the cause of the crash.
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Farmers' finances improve despite land price slump
EB L. Johnson of Leavitt & Johnson Frust company says Iowa farm finances are better this year. farm product prices are about 1.5 times the five prewar average, mortgages unchanged, and farmers are paying debts from current income. He notes lessons from a years-long price decline and land value fluctuations, with many liquidating debts, while land prices have fallen since 1920.
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Ford Out Any Democrat Nominee Will Beat Coolidge
Washington November 12 Henry Ford will not run for president because he does not want the office Pat Harrison Mississippi believes from observation of Ford he told the United Press today Neither the Republicans nor Democrats entertain Ford as a candidate Harrison says no third party will push Ford for offices He is not a possibility Coolidge will be the Republican nominee Harrison declines to forecast the Democratic nominee but notes Gov Ralston Indiana has strong southern support for a second choice William G McAdoo has nationwide strength Gov Smith New York leads the eastern field Senator Underwood Alabama has southern and eastern strength and former Gov Cox Ohio has many friends in pointing to Democratic options.
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Unlucky Hunting Accident Injures Glenn Firman
Glenn Firman twenty of 421 Clay is in critical condition at St Francis hospital after a hunting trip mishap four miles from Waterloo on the old Black Hawk road. He was accidentally shot through the back when a rifle resting on a motorcycle fell, discharged on impact. Firman, with brothers and friends, rode to a nearby farmhouse for first aid before transport to the hospital where surgeons planned an operation.
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Oelwein Barber in Fatal Love Affair
Oelwein barber O. B. Bales shot and wounded Mrs. Bertha Brayton, then killed himself. Brayton, wife of the restaurant proprietor, survived with a scalp wound. Bales, formerly at Strawberry Point, pursued Mrs. Brayton after leaving Calweth. He asked her to ride, then shot her and turned the revolver on himself. He died instantly. Story notes prior employment and pursuit of love.
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Armistice Day Crowds Witness Pilot's Fatal Fall
Chicago on Armistice Day saw 50,000 spectators watch pilot Benjamin RoseBride from Selfridge Field Mount Clemens plunge to his death during a small pursuit plane display. The fatal accident, blamed on motor failure, marred a vast Armistice celebration with almost 100,000 attendees at community meetings and demonstrations across the city.
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Coe College Treasurer's Office Robbed of $600
The Cedar Rapids theft reports the Coe College treasurer's office robbed of six hundred dollars last night. A suspect named Jesus opened the safe by manipulating the combination, with entry possibly gained by prying a door from the main hall. no clues are available.
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Volstead Returns from Europe on Steamship America
Andrew J. Volstead, author of the national prohibition act, arrived in New York aboard the steamship America after a European trip. He told reporters he saw little drinking aboard ship and planned to go to Washington then return to his Granite Falls Minnesota home to work on law enforcement.
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John Ronguiseh Dies After Auto Involves Drowning
Funeral services will be held in Green Nebraska for 34 year old John Ronguiseh who drowned in three feet of water when his car overturned following a Sunday morning accident on the way home from a party. Miss Ida Tenderson, a passenger, survived and sought help after the crash.
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Pearl Weighed 41 Grams Found in Clam
In Rock Valley Ta on November 22 a perfectly formed pearl weighing 41 grams was found by Fred Relander hotel proprietor after a river fishing trip. He gathered a dozen river clams in the Sicuy River and one yielded the prized pearl worth several hundred dollars.
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Alien Land Laws Upheld by High Court in Land Ownership Ruling
The Supreme Court in Washington, D. C. upheld California and Washington alien land laws prohibiting non citizens from owning or leasing land. Justice Under wrote the opinion, with Justices McReynolds Bran deis dissenting on leasing cases and Justice Sutherland not participating. The ruling says the laws fall within state power and do not breach the U S Japan treaty.
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Initiative Petition Aimed at Ku Klux Klan in Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, November 12. Aldrich Blake, former counsel to Gov. Walton and author of the bill petitioned, says anti Klan legislation is being circulated statewide. He adds the move does not presume current lawmakers will ignore the issue but seeks immediate action to remove the blight on the body politic.
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Businessmen Jailed for Drunken Arrests in Des Moines
Des Moines on November 12 reports forty people arrested on intoxication charges spent Sunday in the city jail under Chief Trammond's no bond policy issued Saturday. Prisoners will remain until the municipal court reopens after Armistice Day, despite some businessmen offering bonds up to $5,000 for release.
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Wold
Wheat Council of Uo fers Gauges Upon Production
The production committee of the Wheat Council of the United States met in Chisago to explore regulation aimed at making wheat production generally profitable. The plan includes promotion campaigns, improved growing methods, grading, and production controls to address farm relief and achieve lasting solutions.
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Wilson warns of fools resisting Providence on Armistice Day
On Armistice Day Woodrow Wilson addressed a crowd at his Washington home, declaring he fears fools resisting Providence and predicting utter destruction for such acts. Senator Carter Glass spoke for visitors as Wilson thanked supporters and recalled his role in making Armistice Day possible.
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