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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1909
Page
1
Editor announces rates for daily and weekly newspaper subscriptions with in advance payment options. The notice lists six month and yearly terms and mentions changes of address procedures and office contact details.
A rambling column mixes labor strike talk with social and political notes. It notes the hatters and sugar strikes, a cooking school event in February, Connecticut politics under Governor Lilley, Taft and other national figures, and a fanciful anecdote about Senator Stone and Representative Wood. It also references a department store crush and local weather flooding in California.
All Iowa mourns the death of Hon. Thomas J. Healy who died Friday evening in Fort Dodge. A respected public servant and a strong, progressive builder for the people, he was cherished by kin and state for his intellect, integrity, and courage. His loss leaves a notable figure in Iowa's history and a void among friends and civic peers.
Washington reports President elect Taft has asked Illinois senators and Speaker Cannon about George E. Roberts for the treasury secretary post. Roberts, ex-director of the mint and Chicago bank president, leads the list, with Iowa and Illinois factions weighing influence. Iowa would claim him if needed, while Illinois would prefer an Illinois candidate.
A Chicago health commissioner links pneumonia risk to drunken debauchery and overeating, arguing no moral distinction between gluttony and intoxication. The piece notes public resistance to reform and rails at dietary excess as a health threat, while listing dates and events from 1780 to 1933 in a final, fragmented chronology.
Digest of historical entries noting births and deaths including Benjamin Franklin in Boston and John Tyler in 1790 and 1862 respectively, battles like Cowpens in 1781, and political milestones such as William Stone becoming Pennsylvania governor in 1818 and a new Iowa capital building dedication in 1884.
The passage contrasts advanced agents of danger with others who overindulge, arguing the former’s indiscretions are more hurtful than the latter. It frames debauchery as a moral concern and warns against the reach of excessive indulgence.
The Waterloo theatre advertised a match between world famous wrestler Hackenschmidt and Dan McLeod but instead staged a substitute involving a local favourite. Eyewitnesses report the promised bout did not occur while a supposed Hackenschmidt was not in attendance. The public was misled and calls grow to expose the deception alongside other gambling and fixed sports concerns.
Sir John Lane Harrington born January 16 1865 in a British army career. He later served as vice consul at Zalle and minister plenipotentiary at the court of Emperor Menelik. Princess Nicholas of Greece, born January 17 1882, daughter of Grand Duke Vladimir of Russia, famed for beauty and early romance with Grand Duke Michael.
Washington dispatch outlines a busy week as state legislatures and Congress convene. Elections for U S senators occur in New York and Pennsylvania though results are settled in caucus. many speeches by notable figures planned including Taft, Roosevelt, and cabinet members. International notes cover Canada’s eleventh Parliament and Atlantic battleship visits. The United Mine Workers convene in Indianapolis to plan wage talks with operators in April.
Public flocked to hear Stobt Ingersoll on salvation and doubt then turned to a sales pitch for Newbro's lerpicide claimed to kill the dandruff germ. Ad touts scalp health and hairdressing properties with samples and price points from The Hergpleide Co. Detroit and Wangler Bros. agents.
Food experts praise chocolate pie as healthful and nutritious as its popularity grows. The ad touts OUR-PIE mix in chocolate flavor with ready ingredients and simple directions, priced around ten cents at grocers. A local note mentions Lench Cross planning a meeting at New Haven on June 21.
New York fashion notes describe lingerie blouses with narrow tucks and embroidery, two piece afternoon looks with veiling and Directoire girdles, Persian crepe blouses, and evening bodices in lace, tulle, and satin. Jabot styles vary by occasion from street to matinee, while a new square neckline replaces the long low gown, signaling a shift toward medieval inspired evening wear.
The article details evolving headwear from New York to Paris with Parietan hats gaining popularity while Paris millicers and mandatanes trend toward voiteface. It notes Russian turbans, Polon nyias, fur trimmed hats, and ostrich novelties with boa effects, plus sealskin borders and fur toques.
A study of how French wives manage family finances on modest incomes. It contrasts American saving habits with French invariable saving, highlighting the role of women as organizers and promoters of household economy, and asks how to adapt this system to aid American households facing rising costs.
The library board revised rules to allow bound periodicals to be loaned after closing and returned next morning. A 25 cent detention fee applies. observance of Library Day is planned for February 23 with a public meeting in the evening. Lincoln centennial drives a fundraising push for Lincoln pictures. A Cyclopedia of Electricity joins Division 2. A home cure letter offers free rheumatism treatment from Notre Dame Lady’s Appeal.
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