Remembering a Labor Day in Waterloo
A year ago on September 1 the Republican county convention met at the courthouse under progressive influence. The city council agreed to water rates tied to a franchise while labor groups held sessions in GAR hall and Chautauqua park hosted outings. Edward Perry, a street sweeper, was found dead in bed as a traveling man's picnic occurred at the park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican County
Court House
Waterloo Central Labor Body
B. Locke
Suerh Brotherhood * of America
Gar Hall
Commercial Street
Elizabeth Club
Chautauqua Park
Edward Perry
Italian ad novel in Italy for vacant apartments
A description notes a novel advertising method in Italy using white cloth napkins hung above doorways to announce rooms for rent. The sign replaces traditional cards reading Rooms to Let or Apartmente, prompting passersby with the message that rooms can be rented.
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Italy
Julia Ward Howe Tribute Honors a Queen of Letters
The piece extols Julia Ward Howe on her eighty fifth birthday, highlighting her role as founder of the National Institute of Arts and Letters and praising her enduring influence. It praises her intellect, historic contributions, and stature as a literary pioneer, noting her lasting impact on American letters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Momter
National “Institute ‘of Arts ‘and Letters
Travel Route Sparks Debate Among Rail Advocates
A brief note outlines a streamlined rail path from Denver to California via Salt Lake and Colorado, highlighting a direct upper northwest corridor and calling for faster services. Officials and travelers weigh the benefits of the shorter route over established lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard
California
Denver
Colorado
Salt Lake
Upper Northwest
Waterloo Visitors and Local Notices Bulletin Mix
Waterloo city diary reports visitors from Shell Rock Independence and Des Moines. Attorneys Murtagh and Pike travel to Waverly for district court. J. Davidson plans Colorado assignment. Local council to meet over paving completion. several residents travel to Minneapolis, Chicago, and Des Moines for events, work, and family visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Cand
J. C.tabor
Corp. Christ. Exag
Kiger
Ioseph, Limbert
Ralph Independence
John Limbert
Harry ‘Lett
Polat
Enat
Rel ‘Tives
Pennsylvania
L. EH. Hane Teft
Minneapolis
Joseph
Scalion Hall
O’glock
Herbert H. Peck
Carter
Hattle Bidridge
Clarka
Ows
Mary
French
B.C. Thompson
Dubuque
Attoneys
JC. Murtagh
George B. Pike
Waverly
Willem
Dunkerton
Mies Jessie Davidson
Ava
Colorado
Fran Spillman
Te Riceville. Recorder
Atother
Smith Hi End
The
New
Mtg
Las ‘Vegas
N.M
A Smith
W.J. Dickson
Angniosa
Gertrudy Kelsall
Ron Ho
Toby Ig
Mies
Jessig
McCoy
Donald
Bert. Boiell
sMlaw
Goldie
Biebeshelmer
Bie
Gatober
Hazelton
Glidden
Ofeer
Wadder
LaFayette
C. M. Allen
Lincoln ‘Street
Martha Myers
Local notes and society items from Cedar Falls reads varied news
Mrs Frank Hale of Tripoli visits relatives here J Medllster goes to Quincy on business Nine Alice Cropper travels to Galesburg to attend Lombard college a Mrs Wm Starr and Mrs Geo Robinson visit sister in Winton two Epworth League meeting at Grace church planned plus Cedar Falls wedding Cedar Falls man sprains wrist in streetcar accident church events school institute and a Burlington organist praise visit more local items include real estate, travel notes and a regional market update for watermelons and a funeral service at Logan avenue burial at Fairview.
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Frank Hale
Tripoli
J. Medllster
Quincy
Alice Cropper
Galesburg
Lombard College
Wm. Starr
Geo. Robinson
Winton Yoatemay
H. B. Cropper
Cheans Iowa
Blackhawk
Jee
Epworth League of Grace ME
Church
Ideensé
Gay
Chris Jensen
Thyra
Cedar Falls
Clem Hanlon
Roy
Lafayette Block
First Baptists
Walnut Street
Baptiste
Drumrite’s Grove
Land
Grace Methodists
John, Alburt
Minnneapolis
George Willright
Minneapolis
Brethren
J. Sanders
Kula
Burington
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Profesor Kula
St ‘John's Church
Burlington
Chantaugh
Acco Namia Club
Harrison Street
Aftarnoon
Mise Mulet
Fern Regan
H. Bloodgood
East Aide
Monmouth
Ili
Waterloo
At& School
Hehinghouee
Arkansas Peach Orchard Promises Major Output This Year
Interview with Bert Listth of Arkansas says the state will surprise the world with a peach crop. California aside, Arkansas may supply nearly half of U S peach markets. Alberta peach variety drives the year’s production from the largest orchard in the nation, spanning over 8 000 acres about 200 miles south of Fort Smith. The farm is projected to yield substantial profits for its owner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkanann
Arkansas
Saya
Bert Listth
Ark
California
United States
Alberta
Bre
Fort Smith
Wren Versun Funds Spark Oil Campaign Controversy
A fragment suggests a dispute over a $20,190,000 fine linked to Standard Oil, described as a decisive victory by the Lontavilte Herald in a money related campaign. No clear dates or places are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
Standard Oil
Waterloo finds three schools open for new term
Waterloo opens the new school year with three institutions starting Tuesday and more beginning Monday next week. Enrollment tallies include 68 at Waterloo Business College and 108 at St Marys parochial school with expected rise toward 160, while Our Lady of Victory Academy anticipates over 200 pupils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
War Business College
Our Lady of “Victory Academy
St Mary's School
Husdred
Businges College
Waterloo “Business College
Mistant
Business College
B.M. Winkleman
Capris Vance
Mary Horner
Caroll B. Walton
St. Mary's
Chool
St Mary's Parochial Aghoo
Ed Ware
Beers
Obf
Lady
Victory Academy
Diverse Tales From A Curious Page Of Dames And Daughters
A jumble of brief notes mentions Mr Herman L Gehaner of Cleveland dying after poisoned dog exposure, the Duchess of Bedford boasting pheasant and partridge shots, Grace Willace as a rare female artist, Miss Cheng daughter of a Chinese tilufeter to the U S, Miss Chang drawing attention in Washington, Miss Wu Bryan set to swim and perform many feats, and a Sunday School tale where a child quips about the priest and Levite knowing the victim had been rabbit already.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman L. Gehaner
Cleveland
Duchess of Bedford
Willace
Atmerlos
Miss Cheng
United States
Misa Chang
Zidt
Rabbit
Candy to Curb Liquor Habit Theory Sparks Debate
Health officials in Philadelphia discuss candy as a substitute for alcohol in a controversial theory. Dr. Abbott claims candy can curb whisky cravings by satisfying the same carbohydrate-based appetite, while Dr. Costa argues temperament drives dual appetites. Critics note lack of medical endorsement and rising candy demand among restless individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
4. C. Abbott
Bureau of Health
Philadelphia
Jeter
New York American
Eich
Civil War mule shocks autos near Caddebeckville
Port Jervis special describes six auto parties halted by a Civil War mule and its owner in Sullivan County. New Yorker Wil Ham Ringler. Berantan lawyer Joby B. Scragen. and Jeremiah Conkling and family witnessed the wagonlike mule, its branded muleship, and a comical standoff as autos passed. The Conklings had stored baskets and once kept two mules after the war, one of which was blindfolded and fed to allow the auto convoy to pass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caddebeckville
N. X
Saga
Port Jervis
N. Y
New York
Wil Ham Ringler
New York City
Highland Lake
Sullivan County
Joby B. Scragen
Berantan
Conkling
Ringler
Omaelde
Notable National Figures Race Through Transcripts of Fame
States Senator Bacon faces financial ruin from archange-bank schemes in Macon Georgia. Various figures range from British minister Harrington to Beber R. Bishop mansion purchaser Harriman in New York. Lieutenant Colonel Campbell completes world voyage in forty days. Deputy Nashua official Clough, youngest state official, and Milwau kee street vendor Bon Vanasck win music prize. Congressman Sparry of Haven Conn turns eighty, Elks leader Bayard Gray is son of former Indiana governor Isaac Pusey Gray.
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Bacon
Archange - Bank
Macon
Abysentia
John Harrington
Frank Roetstlar
Forest County
B. A. Harriman
Beber R. Bishop
Fifth Avenue
New York
Nashua
N. G
Alls
Ben Vanasck
Milwaukee
National Conservatory of Music
Paria
Nehemieh D
Notable Bridges and Escapades Highlight Late 19th Century Tales
The article recounts Bayard Gray and Frank Oakley in odd careers and clowning days, then surveys famed bridges worldwide. It notes Niagara’s suspension span from 1852 to 1855, the Jamun Royal Gorge trolley bridge, and the Forth Bridge near Edinburgh. The piece details tubular suspension bridges, Portland and Beattle steel work, and Vancouver’s Columbia River crossing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bayard Gray
Indianapolis
Krankfort
Francis Patrick Clements
Seetoker
Sn Ty ‘bin Brothet
Lord Leitrim
Frank Oakley
Glivues
Chicago
Spa Circus
Africa
Jamuun Royal Gorge
Colorado
Forth
Firth of Forth
Edinburgh
Manali Strait
Portland
Ana
Beattle Railroad
Columbia
Vancouver
Sporting notes from the track and ring
Reports from Sonoma, Indianapolis, and Chicago outline fast times and debuts. Bul Squires aims to rebound in three months as promoters consider him for future events while Walden Henley sets an Eastern league strikeout mark of twelve. Mayor Busse plans boxing permits for Chicago clubs including Yinols A.A. and Chicago A.A. with limited rounds and no dash or data gaps.
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Sonoma
Indianapolis
Glenwood M
Anatrin
Atud
Bul Squires
Walden Henley
Brooklyn
Rochester
Bors Jolly
Boreal
Abasham
Abadom
Jaguar
Eighwood
Busse
Chicago
Yinols A.A
Chicago A. A
Wabash AC
Datok
Church and Clergy and Pennsylvania Forestry Law
The piece notes Rev Mendola de Sola’s twenty five years in Montreal and mentions other clergy including Rev Casper Brunner and Rev Joseph A Johnson. It then describes Pennsylvania’s new forestry tax reduction law and reports Allegheny county farmer Mr Tenner receiving a $22.50 tax cut for forest land compliance, highlighting Allegheny as the first county to benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mendola de Sola
Montreal
Casper Brunner
Phillipd Brooks
England
Canterbury
Westminster
John
Lidgeth
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Allegheny County
Tenner
Leet Township
Pink Pills Parade Vain Remedies In Testimonies
Chronic stomach pain indigestion and low appetite plagued a patient until Pink Pills were tried. Countless doctors offered little relief though the patient found marked improvement after taking the medicine for several weeks. The anecdotal report credits increased strength and a return to normal health with Pink Pills.
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Drew
Dr. Williams
Shay
Iliata Medicina Com
Echedao
Nyy
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Waterloo Theatre
A. J. Busby
Lincoln J. Carter
Julia Ward Howe
Serena
Ortor Lfoxmia
Washington
Iagoli
Toledo
Montana
Utah
Big Horn Basin
Pugent Boina
Billings
Rocky Mountain
D. Clem Deaver
Landseaker’s Information Bureau
Omaha
Homeceekers
Corthwest
Southwest
Atu Ane
General Pag
Agt
Omaha, Neb
Cefar Rapids Gazette
A. Humphrey
Meddger
Welch-Cook Company
Hurea F. A. Beals
Welch- Cook Company
Rouge
Messie
L. Cady
Marshalltown
John Richmond
Grinnell
H. Eightney
William Clousé
I. M. Kentzlaman
Logan Avenue
H.W. Redard
Ft. Fairview
Ttus
Sta
Chicago Record-Herald
India
China
Japat
Beet and
West Water
H.eigh
de Graaz
Godalé
Fourth St
Knoxville
Lauidago
LeClair Martin
Atty
Marrlau
Fayette Ridg
Fetty
Wort
Lowe
Ohio
Todi
North Dakota
Burton E
Wilson
West
A. Tyethesm
Henrietta G. Doughtry
Mus. Bac
Oberlin Conservatory of Music
Room
Syndicate Bldg
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