Dairy reform push in national bureau debated
Waterloo citizens back a capable executive to head the bureau of animal husbandry and subdue veterinary forces. Hugh G. Van Polt, director of the American Jersey Cattle Club, pushes reforms backed by the Dairy Cattle Congress. They seek quicker congressional action and better administrative methods to combat cattle industry disease threats.
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Waterloo 6
Hugh G. van Polt
American Jearsey Cattle Club
National Dairy Council
Bureau of Animal Husbandry
Dairy Cattle Congress
United States
Victory for Suffrage Converts President to Support Amendment
The article notes President Wilson publicly declaring he would vote for a woman suffrage amendment, framing it as a private stance not a party position. It marks a significant win for the suffrage movement, potentially influencing states and Congress despite his emphasis that suffrage should be decided by states. The timing coincides with his forthcoming marriage, but the move is portrayed as a major political win for enfranchisement.
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Wilson
New Jersey
Hel
Congress
Des Moines Register and Leader
Washington
W. W. Marsh
Waterloo
Des Moines
Marsh
Democratic National Committee
Iowa
W. B. Palmer
Sioux City
Palmer
OERAM DEFENSES AND DAIRY COUNCIL VIEWS
The article urges vastly expanding air power noting fewer than twenty aircraft in the U.S. armed forces and calls for a two thousand aircraft fleet with trained pilots. It promotes Aeroplane schools in states funded by subscriptions and mentions Iowa interest. It also covers the Dairy Cattle Congress backing the National Dairy Council to safeguard cattle breeding amid foot and mouth disease fears.
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Aero Glid
America
United States
Japan
Aero Club
Congress
Club
Iowa
War era reflections and headlines from a fragmented column
Veterans of Civil War era recall horrors and costs as World War I looms, with quotes on battles near Franklin and Hood, and reflections on taxation for expatriates. A Monitor to Queen Elizabeth comparison shows scale of conflict. Headlines note Astor tax, a Sing Sing room rate, and other quips from Boon News-Republican.
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Europe
Franklin
Nashville
Génerel Hood
Alett Itves
Stevens
Hundred and Fife
Indiana Regiment
America
Lir
Monitor
Relaxation as a Key to Personal and Professional Power
Relaxation is energy stored up achieved through proper rest between tasks. The piece urges steady, frictionless work, learning, and periodic rest to build calm, resilience, and effective leadership. It highlights relaxation as a cumulative, protective force against panic and disorder, advising deliberate thinking and self-improvement during downtime.
The Grand Canyon Seen Through The Eyes Of Humor
A humorous outlook on the Grand Canyon by George Fitch describes its immense size grandeur and isolation. The piece jokes about its creation by the Colorado River, compares it to other wonders and notes its lack of signage and limited access while highlighting its enduring, unassailable beauty.
The Child Dominated Home
An opinion piece argues that modern homes have a dominant child influence. It contrasts seen and heard children with past norms of quiet restraint, noting many families now center on children yet struggle with discipline and guest etiquette.
High School to Rise in Grady City as Education Grows
The Cedar Rapids Republican reports Grady's new $85,000 high school in town, an attractive model of education to inspire children and elevate living standards. As Town enters a strong era, emphasis shifts from mere crops to culture, literature, art, and public progress. Local papers note Clinton Rotary’s street-crossing work, Manson’s critique of regional coverage, and Waterloo’s well attended Homecoming parade drawing about 20,000.
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Cedar Rapids
Grandy Republican
Poe
Grands Center
Waterloo
Burlington
The Wise Man and the Greedy King Tale
A king keeps wealth by exploiting workers and scholars, until a dream reveals love and wisdom as true riches. He frees the wise men, shares wealth, and finds happiness as love and kindness replace greed. Copyright 1916 McClure Syndicate. Tomorrow's story Mrs. Rabbit's Farts and Doughnuts.
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McClure
New York City
Big Town Celebrations Need Fresh Ideas to Draw Crowds
Newspapers note that large festive events across towns attract vast crowds when new and appealing offerings occur. The piece cites Rubber Tax and road funding as economic drivers, and comments on political rumors in Iowa about gubernatorial plans and liquor policy, referencing Marsh Clarkson and Palmer as names in circulation.
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Manson Journal
Union
Iowa
Reform program outlined by ruling class factions in Russia
The parties propose eight immediate reforms during the war including full civic rights for Jews and repeal of residence disabilities, autonomous Poland similar to Hungary’s relation to Austria, amnesty for political prisoners, and recognition of trades unions. Additional twelve reforms are planned though not yet urgent, forming a comprehensive program.
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Russia
Poland
Russian Empire
Hungary
Austria
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted As Constitutional Remedy
An advertisement declares catarrh a constitutional disease needing constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio, is touted as the only constitutional cure. It claims to affect blood and mucous surfaces with a 100 dollar reward for a proven failure, and lists testimonials and a druggist sales chain.
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Sears
Hall
F. Oy, Pinney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney Dé Cq., Toledo, Ohie. Sold By Drugetsts, Te
Men should be bolder and freer in wartime ideals
The Kansas City Star editorial argues that war will elevate idealism and moral courage. It praises patriots risking lives for others’ faith, and claims fear of layoffs or taxes should not curb standing for right. It urges removing cowardice and selfishness to meet noble duties.
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Kansas City Star
Vegetable Compound Promises Merit in Woman's Health
An advert extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a proven remedy for women’s health, claiming forty years of service and a widespread following among American women who seek relief from uterine and related issues through roots and herbs.
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Lydia EB. Pinkhan
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