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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1919
Page
2
A scan of Waterloo Evening Course content reveals a mix of 1913 era ads and columns. The piece discusses France aid, Dempsey boxing, budget reform talks, and local civic opinions. The column names figures like Mr Gillett and Senator Kenyon while debating political and military topics.
A health column outlines spinal tuberculosis with back deformity abscess spread and surgical bone splints restoring posture. It also covers dark under eye rings from weakness, and warns dead teeth as infection foci causing rheumatism and systemic illness, advising dental X-rays and thorough tooth care.
A 1928 Thompson feature urges balanced wifely catering. Women should be helpful yet uphold principles, avoid constant submission, and handle disagreements calmly. Apologize promptly to preserve harmony, but resist habits that spoil husbands. Small kindnesses matter, yet self restraint is key.
A fragmentary meditation on why half truths fuel gossip and conflict. The narrator argues that exposing only part of a tale invites scandal, while the full truth, though painful, preserves honesty. The piece contrasts personal anecdotes with wider civic questions, ending by noting a political inscription debate.
Frances reads nursery rhymes with Mother Goose and Old Mother Hubbard in a dreamlike kitchen scene. The tale blends playful dialogue on punished children and cozy cottage life with dog and cupboard jokes as Frances contemplates kindness and fairness.
A Whiteside County farmer voices strong opposition to advancing clocks, arguing the move disrupts farm life and would force farmers to adapt to daylight hours. He predicts farming influence will rise in politics and hints at organized action to reclaim traditional time, calling the change a wartime measure.
E D Burgess reports from Webster City April 22 letters copying the Courier discuss Abner Peeler’s early typewriter claims. The Peeler machine dated to 1866-70s differed from modern designs, with one-hand operation and lever action. The piece notes government suppression rumors and Peeler’s air rifle patent denial during the Civil War era.
Iowa editors note noisy birth of a new labor party in Illinois. Burlington Hawk-Eye warns of a quiet funeral if precedents fail. Cedar Rapids Republican says the Victory loan will be easier than expected, driven by men and women seeking a sound business investment. Marshalstown Times-Republican challenges readers to name delegates to the peace conference.
A travelin man at the Little Gem restaurant asks Em my Pash to open his boiled eggs during morning service. The exchange leads to a joking claim about times when a wife agrees with a spouse, hinted as a light local anecdote from the National Newspaper Service archive.
Sam Loyd presents a wordy brain teaser where Johnny buys three balls and a top, Harry buys twelve marbles, and Peter buys one ball and eight marbles the amount Johnny paid. Johnny then trades his ton for its value in marbles. Determine the top’s marble value.
Promises instant relief from eczema blotches ringworm rashes and similar skin troubles. Zemo available at drug stores for 35c or 1.00 for extra large bottle, advertised by The E. W. Rose Co Cleveland Ohio, claiming it soothes cleanses heals and is non greasy.
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