Society polish and the ten requisites of the social set
A column discusses the ten requisites of a "society person" as listed by a former governess and amanuensis. It argues wealth as essential, others like travel, education, and taste being imitably acquired, and questions the moral value of chasing societal polish. The piece contrasts American wealth-based aristocracy with higher cultural standards and notes commentary from Harry Daugherty and references to Gilda Gray.
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John Watson
Brain Tests by Saat Loyd In Iowa Sharp Letters Stir Controversy
A Des Moines controversy over Edgar Masters remarks about the middle west and beauty, prompted by a literary event at the Des Moines Woman's Club. Critics call his free verse in poor taste while defending free expression, with debates on taste, regional pride, and cultural standards. The piece also notes broader topics from Italy’s currency actions to a publicity stunt involving Lillian Gish.
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Iowa
Edgar Les Masters
Des Moines
Jeff
Masters
Middlewest
Mr. Masters
Ted Shawn
Mr. Meaters
Aliko
Literatura Department
Des Moines Woman's Club
Mastera
Middle West
Chronic Gas Poisoning Risks and Health Notes
Dr Brady outlines dangers of carbon monoxide from car exhaust stoves furnaces and gas heaters in confined spaces, noting Buffalo deaths and the distinct chronic form. He describes symptoms pallor high red blood cell counts and potential mental effects with no specific cure, and comments on onions stomach acid and lead pipes with readers invited to send questions.
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Buffalo
BurroughsNature Club Notes Answers From 1923
The piece presents Q and A style notes on nature topics from Burroughs Nature Club. It covers hermit crabs changing shells, rubber’s early known use by natives, and hummingbird enemies including mites and ants, plus hawklike flight to deter attackers. The tone mirrors early 20th century juvenile natural history columns.
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America
Fleus Elastica
Abe Martin on marriages in small towns and gossip
In a playful line Abe Martin remarks that some marry for money, some for love, some for amusement, yet no girl in a tiny town ever married for a joke. He quips that what we don’t know remains unexamined by any Teal diagnostician.
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Somo
Andrew
Imogene
Mary
Billy Sands
Billy
Catham Road
Sigat Lang
Swanpose
Lawrence Howe
Haney
Iniawene
Andresy
Mike
Friend Wife by Roe Fulkeron
Imogene confesses a potential love intrigue to Andrew as she recounts a day at the Country Club, a meeting with a handsome stranger, and a dramatic romantic tale. Andrew teases and challenges her, doubting any real affection beyond flirtation while pressing for truth.
Fifty Years Ago In Thy Courier
Fifty years ago in Th y Courier Weekly March 1 1875 notes garden work begins in town Deacon Fuller reports garden seed in Matt Parrott travels to Chicago for a contempt case mention of a giant black walnut log 12 000 pounds in Dan iel Slade mill yard ice on Cedar River breaks up on the dam a land sight weather swings from 80 to chilly rain and north wind Miss Kittie Harper visits Waterloo plans dissolve in law partnership Galloway moves to Omaha early peas sown after snow melts Waterloo police salaries set news of a lower waterpower feed mill plan for J T Burkett and first grist ground by H C Campbell and C F Bouck three police officers remain plus marshal and two patrolmen Jefferson Fifth street building for Waterloo Collegiate Institute approved with Daniel Nauman Co contractor cost about 12000 Easter festival soloists named Commercial National Bank declares 5 percent dividend Ice leaves pond river near spring freshet expected.
West High student improves after mumps scare in 2005
Twenty years ago on April 1 2005 news notes Harry Limbert a West High senior recovering from severe mumps illness. Dr G M Nesbit plans to relocate to Waterloo for medical practice and Paterson plans a brick dwelling on Wellington street near Third. City council paves streets with asphalt while Park Avenue debate ends with Park section omitted from paving.
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Harry Limbert
West High
G. M. Nesbit
la Ports City
Waterloo
Kem Paterson
Maple Street
Hias
Wellington Street
Third
Franklin
Walnut
Independence Avenue
Afulberry
Leland
Hammond
South
J. N. Sweitzer
J. M. Brainard
Park Avenue
Fo Payament
W. Marsh
Thom
Cascaden
G. W. Barnes
Park
Wellington
Iowa Editors Warn Against Calamity Harangues
In editorials from Boone News-Republican and Algona Upper Des Moines, editors condemn the habit of proclaiming nationwide misfortune urging politicians not to court Jewish voters. They foresee Iowa wearying of doom-sayers and warn against the use of inflammatory rhetoric.
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Boone News-Republican
Iowa
Ireland arms police to put down ye ggs
Dublin April 1 The Pres State abolished the Royal Irish Constabulary and formed the Garda Síochána as an unarmed force. Bank raids and armed thieves escalated prompting creation of a 200 man armed detective unit available for duty nationwide. Vice President O'Higgins says future steps will be taken.
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Dublin
Pres
Royal Irish Constabulary
Garda Slochana
O'Higeins
Gunman Bank Robber Midnight Thief Face Quick Draw Men
A fragment notes that assailants described as gunman bank robber and midnight thief would be met by men ready to draw quicker than their foes. The text implies swift armed response. No further context or names provided.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Offer Gentle Breath Relief
The ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable remedy for bad breath and bowel and liver cleansing. It claims gentle yet firm action on the bowels and liver, avoids calomel’s aftereffects, and suggests taking one or two nightly for a week. Available in 15¢ and 30¢ sizes.
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Dr. Edwards
MM. Edwards
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Cedar Vallley Farm
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Waterloo Collegiate Institute
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Jamin
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G. Heeman
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J. B. O'Keefe
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Sycamore
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Theman
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