Desires proclamation against "mob violence" against pro-Germans, which "disgrace[s]" the state. Nonetheless, explicitly against disloyal pro-German elements. Attaches news clippings.

The doings of secret servicement in Bremer County.

Response to Davis. Remember, pre-Babel. Here: "as to taking the law in your own hands, that is a question you should not propound to me. As Governor of Iowa, I cannot and will not advocate mob rule. There are times, however, when a little harmless…

Harding looks into the fighting fine.

Harding praises Ontjes, skirting around the narrowly averted mob violence.

Incident in Little Rock. A pro-German was forced to "quit" the town, but came back later looking for trouble. A lot here.

Sheriff arrested Snittjer and he'll be put on trial.