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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1916

Page

2

Proposal for Mexican protectorate by American republics commission

A letter argues for a protectorate over Mexico by a commission chosen from all American republics. Each nation would select delegates by population to govern Mexico City until conditions improve, backed by combined forces of represented nations. The plan aims to prevent U S from seizing continental wealth and to prevent regional power grabs.

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Enraveling the Menican Tangle in U S Policy Debate

The piece argues Mexico cannot govern itself, cites Diaz and Madero eras, and contends a protectorate or intervention would fail. It warns Mexicans and neighboring nations would oppose U S interference while popular support for intervention remains slim.

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James Whitcomb Riley and the question of free verse

The piece eulogizes James Whitcomb Riley as America’s great swain of verse while critiquing the idea of free verse. It notes Riley’s enduring popularity, his limited professional scope, and his penchant for sentimental themes. It ends by posing whether readers value free verse, acknowledging editor limits in answering.

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A Line of Cheer Each Day O’ the Year

A poem fragment or verse appears with garbled lines and stylistic narration. The readable portions reference cheerful nature imagery, smiling skies, dancing winds, birds, and dawn. The piece seems to be a literary column or verse excursion rather than a news item.

Wilicht aicChure Newabaper Syndicate

Economic debate on autos and labor in harvests

A New York World column surveys the impact of motor vehicle growth with 2,445,064 registrations and $48,245,718 in taxes, then shifts to St Paul Dispatch notes on the wheat harvest labor crunch. It argues for a national labor plan, public employment bureaus, and coordinated contracts to avoid idle seasons and food shortages, while critiquing moving film war sensationalism.

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Keeping Well in Summer Health Rules for Clean Living

Government health article urges daily personal cleanliness to prevent disease and protect workers. Dr John Dill Robertson stresses that community health mirrors individual habits, and clean individuals build a clean, healthy city during hot weather and beyond.

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Side Talks by Ruth Cameron The Eternal Conflict

An opinion piece contrasts employer and employee conflicts over overtime pay loyalty and sentiment in business. It weighs fair treatment, promotions, and pay, arguing sentiment has a place but must not override practical fairness. Put yourself in another’s shoes to ensure a square deal in service and judgment.

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Imperative Legislation and State Policy Debates

Iowa editorials critique delaying child labor laws and urge swift action or session extension. They call on the Senate and House to work earnestly for the republic, oppose mere postponement, and emphasize decisive lawmaking. Highway commission reform and road-building standards are urged, with cautions on locating the commission near agriculture. Develop water power to conserve coal, recommending a state commission to coordinate with the federal government. Coverage notes public interest stories on misappropriation and prosperity, highlighting banks and economic growth in Iowa.

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Wilson aims for Progressive support in elected campaign

Washington dispatch notes President Wilson adjourned cabinet session early and staged a dramatic Capitol entrance in sack suit urging child labor and workers compensation acts. The piece suggests a strategic bid to win Progressive backing, with reporters commenting on his campaign posture and the reaction of Republicans and Democrats alike.

Colliers Washington Evening Post Wilson Pennsylvania Arcite Joseph Yasle

Party splits and child labor policy in progressive era

The piece argues political strategies differ from campaign stumps with steering committees and regional blocs shaping votes on child labor legislation. It suggests Southerners oppose federal limits, Wilson seeks unity to push reforms, and Democrats remain largely unsympathetic to Progressive social justice despite youth support and leadership.

Soncharners Aid Sr Wilson Wilson Democratic Party

Nuptials Draw Crowd as Fountain Square Wedding

A comic wedding on Fountain Square in Somerset Kentucky drew a large crowd amid jokes about romance and rumors. William Cook and Dora Alles Anderson wed after papers issued by Clerk Langdon with Rev Pete Dykes officiating. The celebration included gifts and a touring car departure amid cheers and good wishes.

Kentucky William Cook Dora Alles Anderson Fountain Square Langdon Jaffor Singleton Pete Dykes Sheriff Jones Cork Somerset

Doubly Proven Waterloo Woman Praises Kidney Pills

Waterloo resident Mrs. E F M Barnes testifies to relief from rheumatic pains and backaches after using Deans Kidney Pills. She notes the pills reduced her uric acid related trouble and credits the medicine with enabling easier movement. She endorses the product again in 1945, urging others to use it. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.

Waterloo EF. M. Barnes Adams Dean Sidney

Bennie Dog and the Black Fox in the Woods

Bennie Dog loses his way in the woods while carrying a basket and eggs. A bold encounter with Black Fox leads to a rescue by Grandfather Dog. Bennie learns a lesson as he reunites with his hat basket and heads to market for bones with help from his grandfather.

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Catarrh Cure Ad Promises Constitutional Relief

An old patent medicine advertisement touts Catarrh Cure from F. L. Cheney & Co. of Toledo claiming a constitutional remedy with internal doses and direct action on blood and mucous membranes. It urges readers to send for circulars and directions, noting sales through druggists and a separate laxative for constipation.

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