Waterloo Daily Press Community Advertisements And Policy
Waterloo Evening paper notices show per week carrier rate 16 cents and yearly mail rate 4.00 outside city. Editorial leadership lists John C. Hartman president and editor A W Peterson treasurer and Geo L Mert DAI Y. Emphasizes Associated Press rights and advertising policies, with bureaus in Washington New York Philadelphia and Chicago and offices at Story Brooks Finley.
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Waterloo Evenin Aeriee
WH. Hartman CO
West Park Ave
Sadana Anc
Hnhan Pe Cen
John C. Hartman
W. Peterson
Treas
Geo'l Mer Dai
Waterloo
Iowa
Associated Press
Marene
Audit Bureau
Fprien
Eco
Washington, D. C
Munsey
G. Dougherty
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Story
Brooks & Finley
Hep’s
Paved Iowa Roads Seen as Long-Term Cost Saver
The piece argues the high upfront cost of hard surfaced roads in all Towa counties is outweighed by long term savings. Paving promises lower maintenance, tire wear savings, and full-year service, with estimates that tire savings could reach 50 dollars per owner annually and cumulative savings could fund 6,000 miles of pavement in five years. The argument frames paved roads as a collective benefit for most Iowa residents.
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Towa
California
Iowa
State of
Great Opportunity Lost in War’s End Vision
The piece argues that after World War I the hoped for new era of peace and reform has not emerged. It condemns traditional methods and Bolshevik excess, urging a just new order based on liberty, life, and happiness with renewed world cooperation and fair dealing. It critiques Paris talks as failing to break old precedents and pursue genuine world improvement.
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Rome
Wilson
Paris
European
Russia
Hungary
Republicans in Unity on Senate Chairmanships
A proffered good authority says differences over Senate chairmanship methods last fall have been settled. The unity centers on the League of Nations as a key factor, shifting focus from seniority to a working majority by reorganizing. A Des Moines letter on the typewriter inventor prompts discussion of historical claims versus William Austin Burt, who patented the first American typewriter in 1827, before Peeler of Webster City’s claim.
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United States Senate
League of Nations
P. H. Ryan
Des Moines
Courier
William Austin Burt
Mr. Peeler
Wilsons Proclamation Aided Republicans In Elections
The passage argues that President Wilson acted as a good angel for the Republicans. His prior proclamation helped elect a Republican House, and his stance on the league of nations covenant reportedly allowed Republicans to bridge differences and overcome a tough political moment. The piece contends this reduced chances of Democrats steering state machinery despite minority status.
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Wilson
Republican Party
House of Representatives
Wison
Health Talks By John B Huber AMMD
In chronic catarrhal deafness sounds alter in pitch and quality. Tinnitus may be the only symptom and varies, worse at night, with occasional disappearance. Vertigo from labyrinth involvement is common. Pruritus affects many, worsens at night, with itching and possible eruptions. Remedies include belladonna, antipruritic baths, and five percent carbolated gauze ointment for local itch.
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Altho
Meniere
Making the Most of Marriage A Plain Talks Series
A 1918 Thompson Feature Service piece advises wives how to handle stubborn moodiness in husbands. It recommends diverting attention when moods flare, avoiding references to temper, and building true companionship to rekindle affection and mutual respect.
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The
Thompson Feature Service
Side Talks on Mail Orders and Doing Things by Letter
A Sioux City Journal column discusses a woman who resists using mail or telephone to place orders, prompting reflection on habit, convenience, and efficiency. The author shares personal experience about the time saved by letter writing and the impracticalities of seeking in person help, urging readers to let the letter do the waiting. The piece contrasts daily shopping annoyances with broader comments on political disillusionment in Iowa.
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Tetter
Solomon the Wise Duck Rules Barnyard Herd
A storytelling piece recounts Solomon Duck, a wise barnyard ruler who guides Sonny Duck from laziness to responsibility. Sonny wins a worm-hunting contest, prompting Solomon to reveal his lesson about self-reliance and obedience. The tale closes with a teaser for Tomorrow's story Jack and the Paint Pot.
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Sonny
Solomon Duck
Sonny Duck
Solomon
Jack
Picture postal card conundrum prompts fashion praise
A quip on judging appearances recalls the old question of what to write on a picture postcard. The speaker muses that if a girl could be sure she looked right, many troubles might be avoided, while the hardest task remains composing a sensible note.
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iCopyright National Newspaper Service
Brain Tests by Sam Loyd No 33
The article discusses a rebus puzzle hidden in a large memorial window in an old English cathedral. It notes the design is a clever rebus and invites readers to decipher the message. It also recalls the former puzzle from issue No 32 about Chinaman prices.
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Sam Loyd
Vinci tonic advertised in Whitman Mass notice
A Whitman Massachusetts advertisement features Mrs. R M Little praising Vinci tonics for nervous rundown conditions and loss of strength. The ad touts beef and cod liver peptones iron manganese peptonates and glycerophosphates as the source of its efficacy, with endorsements from Wangler Bros Co J Miller H W Taggart and local druggists. It also promotes Saxo Snrive skin remedy with a money back guarantee.
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Whitman, Mass
Vinci
R. M. Little
Wangler Bros. Co
J. Miller
H. W. Taggart
Political unrest and intraparty friction in Iowa politics
Iowa editors discuss governor corruption rumors and state office rivalry. They suggest partisan feuding among Des Moines Republicans stems from scarce top offices and recommend appointing candidates with character. Anamosa Eureka praises Col House as a major influence on Wilson's administration and a potential candidate. Sac City Bulletin notes that rising costs defy the old saying that what goes up must come down.
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Sidley Tribune
Iowa
Secretary of State
Des Moinea 1
Washington
Sac City Bulletin
Don't Let Soap Spoil Your Hair
A health warning advises against harsh alkali in soaps and shampoos for hair care. Recommend plain refined coconut oil as a pure, grease free cleanser sold in drug stores. Use a small amount with water to create a rich lather that cleanses, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft and manageable.
Women Need Swamp Root advertisement drifts from old newspaper
A vintage drug-store ad targets women with kidney and bladder issues noting vague symptoms like back pain and nervousness. It touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy, urges testing via a sample offer, and instructs readers to mention the Waterloo Daily Courier Reporter in correspondence.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. C
Waterloo Datty Courier Reporer
Freezone corn remedy promises painless lift off
An old advertisement touts Freezone as a cheap, painless corn and callus remover. It claims instant relief with a tiny application, no burning, and easy lifting of the corn with fingers. The copy credits a Cincinnati genius behind the invention.
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Cincinnati
How the Trouble Starts in Daily Life Ad
Advertisement describes causes of illness from lack of outdoor exercise and overeating. It advises taking Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to relieve constipation and improve digestion. Recommends changing habits, eating slowly, chewing thoroughly, and walking three to four miles daily to recover and stay well.
Train of Ills and Sub herb Tablets Claim
A dated advertisement touts Sub herb Tablets as a remedy for constipation and a range of ailments from pent-up poisons. It cites Mrs. A. B. Coleman of Austin Texas praising the pills for family use and asserts guaranteed satisfaction with a 60 cent price and availability from druggists.
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A. B. Coleman
Hackberry St
Austin
Tex
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