Ty Cobbs In The League Of AFL
Ty Cobb is highlighted as a premier draw in baseball, valued beyond salary for his gate appeal. The piece notes Cobb’s impact in Washington with President Wilson, his high earnings potential, and compares sports stars to leaders in other life leagues. It also references broader sports and political arenas to illustrate Cobb’s stature.
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Siberian
Collier's
Tx Cobb
Cobb
Washington
Wilson
White House
Detroit
Ty Cobbs
League of Life
Tendency versus Talent in Arts and Life
Goethe distinguishes tendency from talent in art and literature. Most singers, writers, preachers, and parents show a leaning rather than true talent. The sole test is willingness to endure hard work and sacrifice for the craft. If one can endure it gladly, they may have real talent. If the attitude is I could if I would, it is likely only a tendency.
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Goethe
Colonel Bogie Beckons and Baffles Admirers Worldwide
Colonel Bogie stands as a famed yet enigmatic figure on golf greens and social circles. He draws crowds eager to meet him, yet remains elusive, often retreating behind quiet demeanor while others boast about him. Admirers chase conversation as he drifts between clubs and porch meetings.
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Colonel Bogie
British Isles
United States
Tay
Draven
Bogie
Baseball Series Start Date Sparks Wide Debate
The report on baseball’s world championship series opening date triggers discussion on future questions. Taft’s public life and weight rumors are noted, while beef prices rise to a yearly high of 9.50. A French aviator’s transcontinental feat is highlighted.
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France
Africa
Republican dissensions shape Iowa and South Dakota politics
Iowa congressman Pepper faces a risky bid for the Senate as Republican rifts echo South Dakota rival Burke. New York figures like Root Stimson and Butler back a rules change to let each state pick its convention delegates. General Miles is courted for Congress by Republicans after a career shifting from Democrat to GOP.
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Pepper
Burke
Sioux City Tribune
Iowa
South Dakota
United States
Barnes
Dubuque Vones-Journal
New York
Klihi Root
Henry L. Stimson
Nicholas Murray Butler
Wiliam A. Barnes
Albany
Cedar Rapids
Miles
Congress
Asa Democrat
Young Voters Rise in Political Reform Call
The Davenport and Marshalltown papers note youth involvement in elections, urging reforms and voter empowerment. References to upcoming figures suggest a broader push for youth influence, with discussions on tariff and presidential nomination implications for 1916.
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Marshalltown
Rome
Local gossip and sharp quips echo in city papers
An exchange from Chicago Tribune and Kansas City Journal features remarks about a man named Dick Doogood and Bessie, noting a six week absence and insinuations of affection. The dialog shows wit and public persona taking aim at humor and social rumor in newspaper fare.
Cedar Rapids May Lose Interurban Extension
Cedar Rapids leaders warn that the Waterloo Cedar Falls and Northern railway project funding may fail without strong local retail subscriptions. At a noon Commercial Club meeting, chairmen urged retailers to join wholesale interests in a $200,000 stock extension from Urbana to Cedar Rapids. Secretaries report inquiries from large local plants. some institutions will not invest externally. The committee will continue outreach as several donors have pledged but not fixed amounts.
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Cedar Rapids
Waterloo, Cedar Falla & Northern
Urbana
New Road
Wunderlich
The
Commercial Club
Isaacs Bank Convict Pardoned By President Wilson
President Wilson pardoned Charles A. Isaacs the Fort Dodge bank cashier sentenced June 20 to five years for false entries. Isaacs claimed he acted under a superior officer and the sentence had been suspended awaiting his pardon recommendation.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
Charles A. Isaacs
Fort Dodge
Forest Creek
National Bank
Isaacs
Clerk of Zion Township Praises Panama Book
M P Lichty clerk of Zion Township North Dakota writes the Courier praising the Panama Book calling it valuable and entertaining and recommends it to others after reading several chapters. The letter dated September 22 1913 expresses gratitude and confidence that all recipients will thank the Courier for the library addition.
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M. P. Lichty
Zion Township
Zion
North Dakota
Waterloo Evening Courier
Mason City Depot May Be Condemned
Mason City Iowa September 26 The city council urged the railroad commissioners to condemn the present passenger station due to delay by Great Western and Rock Island in providing a proper facility. Commissioner Miller sent letters to general managers and the railway commission requesting immediate action. The text criticizes the depot as barn like unsightly unsanitary and poorly ventilated with inadequate toilets.
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Waterloo
Boston
New York
St. Louis
Chicago
Rock Island
Great Western
Waterloo Board of Arbitration
Mason City
W. BE. Miller
The Flapjack Man in Town and Change
A nostalgic sketch follows Slickers The Flapjack Man arriving with a new charm. He stands in a plate glass case as crowds praise him while a diner’s kitchen scene hints at progress from old streetcar, wood, and water trades to electric streets and modern hustle.
State audit finds abuses. refunds issued to county
State Examiner C. C. Hunt and Mr. Carlson finished a Grundy County audit. They found no major 1913 faults but several issues to correct. Treasurer Peppermint refunded $237.50 for a private bond. another $105.66 plus $39 credit reduced his total to about $300. Ten tax items totaling $256.80 were moved into this year. Board costs totaled $3,498.32. Further items to be published.
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Grundy Center
Republican
C. C. Hunt
Carlson
Pepperman
Quick Cure for Diarrhoea with Cham berlain’s Remedy
An Oriole Pennsylvania resident testifies that after one dose of Cham berlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy he was cured and that it cured others he gave it to. An ordinary diarrhoea attack can often be cured by one or two doses, sold by all dealers. Aunt Mary’s Vinegar ad ends the notice.
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Yorks
M. E. Gebhart
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