Local notes and stray science columns from Waterloo paper
A Waterloo newspaper item introduces subscriptions and office notices while segueing into a discussion of doubles in people. It cites Prof van Hermelen’s theory from Groningen and Popular Science Monthly, suggesting everyone has a distant double, with humorous reflections on likeness to famous figures like Calvin Coolidge or Benedict Arnold and the broader implications of kinship and resemblance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Hermelen
Groningen University
Holland
Popular Science Monthly
Calvin Coolidge
Benito Mussolini
Prof
van Bemmelen
Benedict Arnold
William Shakespeare
Thoughtless Galsworthy criticizes American animal captivity
John Galsworthy, visiting the United States, praises Americans as humane yet laments widespread confinement of wild animals in cages for exhibition. He argues cruelty is unintentional and born of thoughtlessness, noting parks and refuges as better places for children to learn about wildlife, while stressing the lasting harm of captivity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yanke x
John
Galsworthy
England
United States
Neo Ayirit
Je Las
Secret romance shaped Luther Burbank's early life
A fragmentary tale from Luther Burbank's youth reveals a romance with a NH schoolgirl who inspired his later plant science work. The story, told by a friend near the end of his life, hints at heartbreak and the famed breeder's decades of quiet devotion to experimentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Burbank
Phen
New Hampshire
Vyurbrak
Perhous
Jin
Winter romance and university debate cross Iowa editorials
A collage of editorial clippings from Sioux City Journal Mason City Globe Gazette Fort Dodge Messenger Cedar Rapids Gazette Storm Lake Tribune and Marshalltown Times Republic a discuss marriage age political reform and academic policy. They echo concern over marriages lasting beyond appearances and praise Dr Frank for stirring educational debate while noting trends toward broader cultural inclusion and political primaries.
Modern Marriage Mystery Ends In Violent Death
Kathlyn Leonard opens her door on a stormy night to Elton Foss. An altercation follows and a revolver fires. Foss dies as Kathlyn dismisses him. Rodney Evans, hidden in shadows, is later identified by police. Evans and Kathlyn were secretly married for a year and a half, with a tense love triangle and a climactic confrontation that led to murder. The inquest and ensuing testimony focus on the motive, the relationships, and the sequence of events surrounding the fatal shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathlyn Leonard
Elton Foss
Lear
Fla Athemars
Kathlyn
Rodney Evans
Rodney
Rathlyn
Enea Stratghe
Dick Surmount
Tie
Wiltonoss
Dick Starmount
Kathryn
Rathi
Starmount
Mark
Ke ¢Annet
Dor. Johnsen
Kathio
Starmetine
Vie Tedor
Kathiy
Kethlyn
MVANS
Shim Ets
Jmry
Evans
Bs Pew
Bear
Johnnity
Iosu
Wirathiya
Leonard
Roathiye
Tia Hospital
Pheit Mornin
Isvans
Kathryn Leonard
Kirby
Wathlyn
Eltow
Foss Treether
Sada
Fossapi
Rod
Fae
Foss
Resist the myth that cold wards off infection say health expert
In a spirited reply Dr William Brady dissects claims that cold, wet exposure lowers immunity to respiratory illnesses. He notes immunity is a fixed state from infection and cannot be easily altered by weather, fatigue, or environment, and criticizes public figures who push otherwise as unscientific. The piece also answers reader questions on toxin antitoxin vaccines and reinforces reliance on medical science over sensational theories.
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W. OH. Wurtuian Ce
Courier
Corner Park Ave
Commercial St
Fostoffice
Waterloo
Iowa
Ite Ael
Associated Press
United Press
Associated Witnss
Misao
Cony &H Bto
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Story, Brooks & Finley
Les
Eve
Grady
William Brady
Trail Broadens as Gun Mystery Deepens
The scene centers on a pistols incident with two automatic guns implicated. Evans, Kathryn, Foss, and Dr Johnson appear in a tense exchange as a gun is found and another is recovered. The narrative hints at a concealed letter and police testimony, with tomorrow promising further developments.
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Iby
Aia
Kathryn
Evans
Rod
Starmount
Rirny
Foss
Uncle Wiggily and the Rain Cup
Uncle Wiggily wanders near his hollow stump bungalow when he hears a merry song in the woods. He loves the tune, trusting it to be from friendly folk rather than troublesome foes as he continues his walk through the forest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiggily
Rabbit
Uncle Wiggily and the Lost Paper House
Uncle Wiggily helps a group of animal friends after a missing song and a lost paper house frighten them. Squeakie Eckie the mouse explains her Little paper house is gone, while the children mourn the lost tune and seek help from Uncle Wiggily.
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Uncle Wig
Billy
Pheim
Uncle
Susie Little Tril
Johnnie
Billie Bushytail
Jackie
Peette Row Wow
Joie
Jillie Longtail
Mnice
Squeakie Eckie
Miense
Childran
Anete
Mouse
Jackie Row
Susie Littletail
Marco Polo Prisoner of Genoa Tales Travel Classic
A narrative recounts Marco Polo’s imprisonment in Genoa, his fame from recounting travels to Cathay, and the creation of The Book of Marvels later called The Book of Marco Polo. It notes his friendship with Kubilai Khan, deserts crossed, and his impact on European readers including Columbus. A teenage reader, Melvin Rappacci, writes about enjoying old tales such as Peck’s Bad Boy and King Arthur.
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Maren
Far Cathay
Marco
Venice
Khan
Kublai
Cathiy
Mien
Chi’ Na
Montsa
List
Mareo Polo
Mareo
Rubini Kahn
Asia
Marco Polo
Europe
Columbus
Melvin Rappacci
Peck
Melvin
King Arthur
Squeakie Kekie Fire Sparks Paper House Rescue Tale
The tale follows Uncle Wiggily and Squeakie Kie as a paper house catches fire in woods. Rudolph the rabbit causes the blaze by accident, lightning bugs witness the incident, and the group uses a rain water hollow stone to extinguish it. The story ends with apologies and plans to repair.
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Trollow
Johnnie Bushytail
Squeakie Kekie
Mouse
Sally
Squeakie
Tam
Ancle
Ite
Hollow Strmp
Uncle Wiggily
Rudolph
Squeakie Bekie
Jen- Hetman
Wisgily
Naper
Virgily
Grasshopper
View of the Propll Toxin Antitoxin Diphtheria Aid
The March 22 notice highlights state health actions offering 200 free doses of diphtheria toxin and toxin antitoxin to schools asking for aid for children. It explains immediate immunity from toxin and longer lasting immunity from antitoxin, with further details to be provided separately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tybie Malls
State Board of Health
Note on toxin-antitoxin discussion in community paper
A letter from Edith Sivaine for Dr. Don M. Griswold praises space for health men and asks the paper to help educate people in community concerts about toxin-anthroxin. The tone seeks public support and education on toxin related topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maren 22
Eduesis Ue Treople
Edith, Sivaine
Don M. Griswold
Burroughs Nature Club Notes and Answers
Burroughs Nature Club column answers readers questions about birds and eggs, noting differences between banded pigeons and mourning doves, cabbage and cauliflower within the same family, and where rattlesnake rattles attach. It cites 1884 agricultural data on bird eggs and discusses heredity and spotting in animals with references to sources like the 1884 U.S. Yearbook.
Abe Martin style misheard quip from Mrs Late Dud
A fragmented line captures a playful rural voice as Mrs Late Dud, newly moved to Mary Jane Apartments, jokes about rhubarb and kitchenettes in a warm homey scene. The text shows dialect and family sentiment with a nod to Abe Martin’s folksy humor.
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Dud
Mary Jane Apts
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America
Mngst
Tire Party
Cedar Rapids
The
Primariuw
Maryland
Tesaia
BereTars
Staryvlanid Hag
Ime
Primars
Progressive Party
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Oilor Tribane
National Newspaper Service
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Tye
Kirby Sid Ag
Bse R
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William Brady, M. D
Coorright Nat'l Newspaper
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Howard R. Garis
Bunas
Cady Mouse Teachar
Uncle Rap
Genoa
Ilen Ag
Atacceo Palo
Torterrev
Athen
Tien Lam i
Alphonso the Thirteenth
Ning Bugs
Florida
Burroughs Nature Club
Houghton Mleeflex- Co
Fenerit
Nature Notes
Abe Martin
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