On the need for a German-language press for German migrants.

Short excerpt of speech by Karl Schurz noting the beauty of the German language and the reconcilability of the German language and American identity.

Poem titled 'Stay German' advocating retaining German language use in German-American families.

Dual-language statement on occasion of first issue, discussing paper and editorial stance on numerous issues. He explicitly states his opposition to the party and political platform of Iowa City's other German-language paper as a reason for starting…

Masthead from Iowa Banner in Iowa City