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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1912
Page
2
A reflective editorial argues that prayer is needed most in periods of prosperity not adversity. It contrasts the down and out with the arrogant, urging grace for all humanity and noting sympathy extends even to the depraved in disaster. It laments in a moral tone the irony of last week’s catastrophe.
The notice lists Republican filings for county attorney treasurer recorder and auditor in Black Hawk County. Frank T. Bentley Charles Plummer James J. Rainbow and E. J. Wenner declare candidacies for the June primary subject to Republican voters’ wishes.
The senate passed Senator Cummins tobacco trust bill without dissent, directing the attorney general to appeal to the supreme court the circuit court decree on the trust recognition plan. The move follows earlier committee backlash and marks a stand on how big combinations should be recognized until the high court rules. The piece critiques Taft and Roosevelt for their potential responses and reflects on public prayer during prosperity versus peril.
A broad view on the mine wage compromise notes a 5 percent rise and indirect union recognition as concessions on both sides. The piece emphasizes peace over a damaging labor war and highlights related anecdotes about Titanic survivors, Charles Morse, a lucky chauffeur case, a ring dispute, and New York suffrage reform with Jane Addams’s support.
The era after the Titanic tragedy has left a bleak mood across newspapers as editors and readers process the immense loss and ongoing inquiries. Reports focus on survivor stories, inquiries, and public reaction shaping future maritime safety policies.
Mason City Times reports a potential move to prevent Taft from winning on the first ballot at Chi, signaling a split in the Republican ranks. A compromise candidate is discussed as the only viable solution to avert a party factional crisis.
A collage of editorials from Iowa papers debates Taft Republicans Wilson for president while Champ Clark hopes to win. Pieces urge Iowa loyalty to homegrown goods and question suffragette tactics, noting Hunter's call to rescue a faltering campaign and urging cautious stance on equality.
A collage of jokes and quips from multiple papers features a wife confronting a hungry tramp, a father predicting his baby’s political tongue, and a weary farmer doubting poultry plans. A Kentucky wedding moonshine gag and a tax joke round out the lighthearted slice of humor.
Chicago Tribune reports a broad revolt within the Republican Party from Pennsylvania to Oregon. Voters once contented with leaders like McKinley Cannon Lorimer Penrose oppose current governance and aim to overturn incumbents in West Virginia Nebraska and Kansas as the movement expands.
A columnist laments the "but" crowd who critique enthusiastic praise. They urge embracing admiration as wholesome and essential, citing Pater and the Titanic heroes as demonstrations that mothers and ordinary people shape history and race progress.
A Minneapolis Journal commentary questions whether the famed inventor or an unnamed peasant woman would have been saved from a sinking ship. It ponders the value of fame versus ordinary survival in a hypothetical Titanic scenario.
An old promotional text urges expectant mothers to use Mothers Friend to prepare the body for childbirth. It claims the tonic relaxes muscles, aids breast readiness, and improves baby outcomes. The ad cites thousands of uses and invites readers to request a free book from Bradfield Regulator Co. Atlanta Ga.
A memorial tribute recalls Archie Butt as brave and debonair, smiling in danger to ease others fears. The account celebrates his poised bearing from the fated ship to the afterlife, a tale mourned with pride and tears. An Australian testimonial endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for a child's severe cold.
Des Moines reports four dozen men linked to a feared gang, with authorities identifying fourteen suspects in Perry linked to the group. Details indicate coordinated arrests and ongoing investigations into gang activity in the area.
Perry authorities detained twelve men near the Milwaukee railroad yard and later arrested Burns and a companion. Detectives from Col. Johnston investigated and plan to search for planted burglars tools. The Burns gang, long active from an Angus mine, targeted safe blows and box car robberies and country store thefts.
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