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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1913
Page
2
A dramatic mood piece condemns wealthy libertines in Los Angeles amid testimonies from over forty women. It warns against decadence and the wrecking of innocent lives, linking moral collapse to extravagant living and broader political economy debates.
A report on James McNamara notes repeated prison rule infractions and a 31 day dungeon sentence. His remark that the punishment was “the best thing that never happened to me” is discussed as part of a wider warning about parental discipline and the potential harms of harsh treatments.
The piece notes the gap between high ideals and practical help for working girls. It highlights a Vacation Savings fund created by New York social workers allowing working girls to save for a two week country retreat with arranged recreation. The paragraph frames this as a concrete, achievable step amid broader, longer term reforms.
The tariff on many foods is largely eliminated in a bill poised for passage. Oats, milk, potatoes, beef, bacon, bread, and other staples would drop taxes, while some staples see higher per unit duties. The change may lower farm costs yet keeps farmers employed, sparking debate among Democrats and Republicans. A New Orleans editorial laments sugar policy, urges congress to oppose protective tariffs, and notes a fourteen year-old in Illinois faces a harsh case.
Degeneracy blamed on weak imperial parentage as unbridled mating fuels tragedy. The world awaits whether any great European army will dare to deny Montenegro its hard won victory amid mounting bloodshed.
A collection of Iowa editorials discusses state aid for hard surfaced roads a nine foot bed sheet and a referendum The Waterloo Urbana electric ring expansion to Cedar Rapids immigration land buying by Japanese and tariff policy The notes mention Cummins railroad liability and a forthcoming tariff debate with a push for lower duties and market clarity.
A collection of humorous scraps notes and misprints from periodicals. Jokes about Homer Percy Yale misprints engagement rings and a waiter in a restaurant recount a string of witty quips and gags from 19th century newspapers.
A garbled excerpt recalls a daughter and a boy, with wistful lines about saving money and dressing a child. The shard hints at family affection and the hope of care, but provides no clear event, date, or full names to anchor a news item.
A poem titled Woodman Spare That Tree pleads for the protection of an old oak near a family homestead. The speaker recalls childhood moments with family and the tree’s shelter and beauty, ending with a plea to let the tree stand and be saved from the axe. The excerpt is signed by George Perkins Morris.
The Dubuque Times-Journal reports under Moon law a third of saloons beyond one per thousand residents will close on July 1 1913. Council must pre screen permit requests, prioritizing saloon character over politics and avoiding ward based allocations.
Washington DC April 25 Secretary of Commerce William Redfield writes to Power Boating editor outlining interest in power boats and ensuring the steamboat inspection service gives the "little fellow" a square deal. He emphasizes proper principle in making and enforcing regulations for the service.
A humorous piece on hats describes their history and varieties from the volcano-shaped Mexican hat to the green golf cap in England. It notes hat culture, symbolism in religion and politics, and the enduring habit of men to wear head coverings.
The speaker emphasizes that protecting human life surpasses profits of transportation. He notes the need for compliance with regulations to prevent accidents and insists a fair, square deal applies to all, including careless operators who endanger others. He warns that noncompliance harms everyone and urges adherence to the law.
Vinton Indiana diary reports William T Means who had suffered for two years with an abscess on the 25th. funeral plans and obituaries are being prepared by local authorities as the cause of death is investigated.
Brain Means died at the state hospital in Independence after living in the region since birth in 1866. He married Bertha Davis in 1892 and left a wife three children, a brother and four sisters. Funeral was at home, Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. John Glendy died after a short illness and will be buried in Urbana cemetery. E E Strait moved to Brandon to serve as cashier of a newly organized Farmers' Savings Bank.
An old time ad touts D. D. D. eczema relief with a promise of a free first bottle if it fails. It promotes D. D. D. soap and invites readers to visit Wangler Bros. Drugists to learn more about the treatment.
A downtown druggist promotes Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as an easy, ready to use solution to darken gray hair. The product claims to restore natural color, reduce dandruff and itching, and give hair a softer lustre, with sales noted by H. W. Taggart.
In Vinton friends regret the departure of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Bickel while wishing them success in their new home. They entertained guests for dinner Tuesday evening. Mrs. Shafer, visiting due to her sister Mrs. Catherine McFarland’s illness, has returned to Iowa City. McFarland’s condition shows slight improvement.
Beginning Wednesday April 22 all dues payable at Dr Bouldin’s office 631 1-2 Commercial St over Asquith Bros jewelers. Advertisement states payment location and date.
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