Herring Coalition Coal Tale Sparks Iowa Governor Bid
A political column questions Clyde Herring Democratic bid for governor of Iowa. It alleges he joined a Des Moines coal effort during a strike, claims 250 cars were secured to aid locals, and contends the state later received stock to help him, while criticizing the candidate’s patriotism and leadership.
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Heninetx
Cisdle Herring
Willionaire
Kendal
Punch
Des Moines
Herring
Serring
Iowa
Herbring
Lahore
Will
Cipde Herring
Polk
Debates on Article X and Wilson’s League Critique
A letter condemns Woodrow Wilson for killing the League of Nations pact by vetoing the treaty and argues Article X would cede war policy to Geneva. It critiques Senate reservations, touts congress as arbiter, and mocks Wilson’s claims as harmless in speech but dangerous in text. References to Porter, Cummins, Bundy, Cox, Hoover, and world tensions in Poland, the Balkans, and Russia conclude with socialist critique of Lenine Trotsky.
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League of Nations
Woodrow Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Senate
Wilson
League
Wilsop
Geneva
Europe
Congress
Omews Council
Tet Ug
America
Perry
Claude Porter
Palmers
Iowa
Herbert Bigelow
Cox
Ohio
Forter
Hidden cry for speed and vision in a changing paper world
A reader recalls faster, sharper news at a time of changing journalism. The message contrasts old patience with the demand for speed and comprehensive coverage in a evolving newspaper era.
Health Talks By Huber and Jofin on Dyspepsia Causes
The Health Talks column explains functional dyspepsia from overwork and anxiety, urges medical screening to rule out organic disease, and recommends diet changes, hydration, and rest. Advice covers avoiding sugar tea and spicy foods, morning hot water with citrate, and evening warm milk, plus stress reduction and eight hours in bed.
The Shoemarkers Parrot In The Cold Winter
The shoemaker tells his daughter Bess they must sell Polly the parrot for a gold coin to buy food for the winter. The scene shows the pair by the fire with the parrot perched nearby as the old man explains his need to part with the bird.
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Bess
Polly
Poly
Hess
Liam
Rebus Puzzle and Speed Problem from a Brain Test
A cryptic rebus references Steven and a mother, with an odd number clue, plus a travel riddle. It notes a Philadelphia trip at 1 mile per 4 minutes and return at 1 mile per 3 minutes, calculating the average speed as 3st 1-7 miles per hour, then disputing the initial estimate.
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Moy
Steven
Philadelphia
No Country for Mine Gasoline Replaced Rural Romance
A humorous monologue contrasts old farming life with modern mechanization. It laments gasoline driven reapers, dairy automation, and city influenced change, noting tractors, telephones, and mail order catalogs reshaped country living and removed rustic charm. The speaker rails against progress.
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Andrew
Inp
Tofa
Maude
Muller
Chicago
Washington
Florida
Philadelphia
Hiram
Keep the Faith in Hard Times
A rhythmic, spiritual verse urges perseverance through heat and snow. It speaks of trouble like a railroad train, pain, and eventual glory when the world turns around, promising faith will lift believers toward peace and triumph.
Nature Notes by John Burroughs Answers Preview
The fragment presents nature questions about partridge tracks, skunk sounds, and a beehive question with Burroughs style. It hints partridges leave tracks in snow, skunks are quiet, and a chipmunk stays near home, with remarks on walking and natural humor.
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Reiuire
Hagues
Political debate on census, south votes, and Plumb plan
An Iowa letter column discusses the federal census adding southern seats in the House and disfranchisement of African Americans. It critiques Plumb plan proposals, Esch Cummins reforms, and political manipulation while highlighting editorials from Dayton Review Anamosa Eureka and Truer Star Clipper about Baker’s disclosures.
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Anamosa
Eureka
Aspirin Bayer Advertising Claims Safety and Use
An old Bayer aspirin ad touts tablets as genuine and proven safe for over twenty years. It urges accepting only unbroken Bayer packages with proper directions for relief of headache toothache earache neuralgia rheumatism colds and pain. Smaller tins cost a few cents and larger packages are sold by druggists.
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Bayer
Campaign Fund Critique Faces Newt in Bronx Journal
A Bronx City Journal opines on campaign spending, accusing Newt of reckless use of others’ funds. The piece cites reactions from thinking readers and references past figures like Roosevelt in a reflective political-toned critique.
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Newt
Bronx
City Journal
Knes
Frank- U. D. Roosevelt
Lemon Juice for Freckles Advertisement
Saucers the juice of two lotions bottle containing three anacle orchard white shake well and you have a quarter pint of the best freckle and tan lotion at very cost Your grocer has the lemons and any drug store or toilet counter will supply three ounces of or hard white for a few cents Massage this sweetly into the face neck arms and hands each day and see how freckles and blemishes disappear and how clear soft rosy white the skin becomes It is harmless and never irritates.
Chamberlain's Tablets Restore Health and Happiness
Advert says Chamberlain's Tablets relieve indigestion biliousness and constipation. Claims hundreds cured and urges readers to try the remedy for personal relief and satisfaction.
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Chamberlain
Allenrhu Promises Rheumatism Cure with Money Back Guarantee
An advertisement proclaims Allenrhu dissolves uric acid and relieves rheumatic pain within 24 hours. It claims two bottles conquer severe rheumatism, offering a full refund if not effective, and cites inventor James H. Allen guaranteeing satisfaction through local druggists Hansen & Hansen and others.
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Allenrhu
James H. Allen
Hansen & Hansen
C.J. Miller
Henderson Drug &Co
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