Guard Opposed to Army Training Faces Congress
Des Moines reports national Guard officers warning that the Chamberlain Kahn bill would create a large standing army and reinstate conscription. Iowa lawmakers, including Senators Wenyon Cummins and Representatives Hull Boies Ramseyer, pledge to oppose the measure while supporting universal military training as a Guard position contrasts with pro tolls. The article notes the Guard’s stance against compulsory service and outlines fears of federal draft authority and state administration under the proposal.
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Slow Progress Reported on Temple of Justice Plans
Des Moines Sept 1 committees chosen by the Iowa legislature to build the temple of justice meet at the state house to finalize directing architect selection and possibly choose a building site. With 750 000 appropriated, members doubt the sum suffices for the needed structure and anticipate postponement pending a special session for more funds.
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Fires of Faith at Plaza Pleases Crowds
The Paramount epic Fires of Faith drew hearty audience acclaim at the Plaza theater this week. Credit given to writer Charles E. Whittaker director Edward Jose and stars Catherine Calvert Ruby de Remer Eugene O Brien and Theodore Roberts for leading performances.
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Marriage and Divorce Figures From August Records
Data shows 86 marriages and 75 divorces as of August in a lighthearted local note. August 8 saw multiple divorce petitions filed, while 69 licenses were issued, reflecting ongoing婚relations activity amid a playful Cupid motif.
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Water Works Tests to Decide Fort Dodge Pump Plan
Fort Dodge considers continuing two deep wells for the water system if air lift pumps can supply sufficient water. A test well is to begin next week. if undependable, voters may decide on bonds for a filtration plant above the Municipal Quay. Mayor Seate notes river water currently supplies 40 percent.
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Bliss Native Herb Tablets Promoted for Wide Ailments
Bliss Native Herb Tablets, touted for over thirty years, are promoted as a universal remedy for constipation rheumatism and headaches. The ad claims gentle purification of blood improved appetite and health, with a dollar box containing 200 tablets and a Taney back guarantee, sold by druggists nationwide and made by Alonzo O Buss Co Washington DC.
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Labor Day Observances Reflect Iowa Union Ranks
Des Moines reports about 75,000 union labor men in the state as Labor Day festivities unfold. Factories slow, with locomotive works and wheel plants cutting output. some plants face closure amid reduced orders and strikes. The state bureau of labor and statistics plans semi annual counts of establishments, output value, and county figures in coming weeks.
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Wages aid in 1917 manufacturing output by county
The 1917 data show 3,000 manufacturing establishments in the state with total manufactured product value around 42.4 million dollars. Sioux City and Woodbury county lead output at about 88.8 million, Cedar Rapids area 7.7 million, and several other counties listed with varying product values. Officials expect figures to shift as current-year statistics are compiled and note meat packing drives up totals with high prices anticipated for 1919.
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Ames aviatrix Nitay Snook saves crowd by overturning plane
Miss Nitay Snook of Ames during a fair at Manson prevented a crash by tipping her plane as a crowd of about 60 gathered on the field. The maneuver wrecked the aircraft but likely saved several lives, and Snook is home on a brief vacation awaiting repairs to return to flying duties.
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Swallows Three Safety Pins In Iowa City Woman Hospitalized
A 17 year old girl from Burt, Blanche Graham, was examined after swallowing safety pins. Doctors found three pins in her stomach, one open, but no ill effects have appeared yet. She is under observation at a local hospital.
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