Iowa Banks Rally To Cushion War Price Rise
War across the Atlantic threatens higher prices for farm products and manufactured goods in Iowa. The piece notes Iowa’s strong production, domestic consumption of farm goods, and expected profit from the war’s strain on markets. It reports banks restricting specie payments, the push for emergency currency, and steps toward a federal reserve system to ensure ample money for business and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Iowa
America
Atlantic
United States
New York
Treasury Department
Washington
Jowa
Aldrich-Vreeland
Congress
Federal Reserve
Change in pay plan for rural carriers
Announcement from the post office department in Washington DC states a new salary schedule for rural mail carriers effective now. The maximum annual pay is 1200 dollars, based on delivering one parcel or equivalent mail per day on a 24 mile route, shifting from miles-based pay to time and service-based compensation.
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Post Ofice Department
Washington, D.C
For Rent and Sale Notices From Waterloo Store Ads
Classified items list multiple rental offers and sales in Waterloo Iowa from a local ad page. Entries include furnished rooms with housekeeping on the west side, various rental suites with private entrances, a first floor housekeeping room near East Fifth and Water Streets, and contact numbers on Black streets. Sales include an entire store with piano, multiple display and cash equipment, and a furniture store owner relocating. Addresses include Mayers 5 and Store, Waterloo. 217 Hast Fourth. 768 Ran Quigh Bt. Phone numbers 1233, 1146, 2178.
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Privieges
West Side
H. Cara Courier
East Fifth and
Water Sts
City
Mayers 5
Btore
Waterloo
Saie
Mayers
Indian Motor & Garrabrant
Sake
Underwood & Garrabramt
Man Behind the Gun Still Indispensable
Analysis notes the gunner remains crucial in naval warfare despite submarine and torpedo advances that can sink gun ships. It mentions ongoing improvements in heavy gun shooting and the continued role of artillery crews in maritime combat.
Daring Rescue From Black Hawk Creek Near Home Park
Mr and Mrs Glyde Smallwood Mrs H M Kerar and Esther Waldorf of Maxwell were saved from drowning yesterday in Black Hawk creek just west of Home Park. The fainted woman was revived and taken home by M J Harwick who had an automobile nearby when the accident occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glyde Smallwood
H. M. Kerar
Esther Waldorf
Maxwell
Black Hawk Creek
Home Park Addition
M. J. Harwick
Will Teach Greeks English Language In Waterloo
Prof Don Romanov, a Greek born linguist, plans a private school in Waterloo to teach English and other languages. He has generated strong interest among Greek American residents and about 100 students may enroll for work. The school opens September 7 at the YMCA. He speaks Welsh Italian French Spanish and Greek and will focus on teaching English fundamentals to Greeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Romanov
Waterloo
Romanos
Liner Kironprinzess in Cecilic at risk of capture by British
Latest bulletins report the liner Kironprinzess in Cecilic carrying gold bullion is in danger of capture by British cruisers and has reached a German port, though the arrival port is not named. Other items note Ford bill changes in London and Australia’s offer of 20000 expeditionary troops at Commonwealth expense. Automatic start of war feared after German invasion of France. Obituary notices thank neighbors for support after illness and death of a husband and father.
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Washington
Kironprinzess
Cecilic
Staff Department
Melbourn
Australia
Commonwealth of Australia
Commonwealth
Pacis
Spoiled Musicians and Curbed Vanity in Early 20th Century Jokes
A collection of brief quips and anecdotes about musicians critics and spouses. Rubinstein criticizes tarriage for musicians and laments wasted study as his Russian pupils marry. The London Musical World notes on great lady composers. Jokes about wives buying first and husbands delaying purchases appear in Philadelphia Presse and Baltimore American.
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Rubinstein
London
German Envoy Still in Paris as Streets Remain Quiet
Paris residents reported the German envoy still in Paris with streets deserted. Air patrols and searchlights dominated the night sky while many buses and taxis were requisitioned by the army. Authorities reserved trains for food transport, and a decree cracked down on food price hikes near the American embassy as crowds sought passport listings.
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Paris
Aig
Porta
Town News Briefs From Area Church and Community
The St Pauls Methodist church board will meet this evening at 103 Logan Avenue. Local residents report on travels to New York and Clear Lake for autumn stock and outings. The county board met to consider pending business. A Voorhies couple Jens Silverson and Bertha Petersen obtained marriage licenses. Residents report a possible jail-breaker sighting without found evidence. Rail lines warn against selling Europe or Scandinavia tickets, limiting tours to the British Isles. A three course dinner hosted by G E Newton featured the Denners as guests. The Moore Francis Entertainment Company will perform a benefit at African Methodist church. Mrs Adaline Branson of Vermont visits with Mrs Moore at Chautauqua Park. Automobilists plan a Wisconsin fishing trip along the Mississippi River.
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Voorhies
Jens Silvertsen
Bertha Petersen
J. A. Gary and
Chiltren
Clear Lake
G. E. Newton
J. Denner
Burlington
Denners
W. F. Reusch
Ruth Ganz
Ruby Newton
Moore-Francis Entertainment Company
Billy” Moore
Geo. Francis
Gretchen Moore
African Methodist Church
No Trace Of Men Who Broke Jai
No trace of the six prisoners who escaped from the county jail last Friday evening. Sheriff Shores and Deputy O Bleness pursued leads but suspects in Marshalltown turned up as tramps. Whittaker led the group and had $205 on him. escapes often used private homes for board and room at $10 weekly. Little hope remains for recapture as tramps mingle with travelers and evade pursuit. Parewell dinner noted for Leslie Morrell leaving Waterloo Cement Machinery for University of Illinois studies.
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Sheriff Shores
O'Bleness
Marshalltown
Whittaker
Obituary for Neil McDougal and funeral details in Waterloo
Neil McDougal born September 11 1854 in Sheboygan County Wisconsin died July 28 1914 at St Francis Hospital Waterloo from Brights disease and complications. He moved from Bennington to Mt Vernon then to Waterloo lived at 528 Edwards street and returned to his former home. Survived by widow Hattie T Thompson two daughters Maude Stanford Blanche Bradford and son Forrest Dean electrocuted in 1910. Also six brothers and two sisters. He was active in Black Hawk county politics and East Waterloo Good Work superintendent. Funeral Thursday at St Pauls Methodist with burial at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers named. Out-of-town attendees listed.
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Neil McDougal
Sheboygan County
Wis
St. Francis Hospital
Waterloo
Donald
Elizabeth McDougal
Bennington Township
Mt. Vernon
Hdwards Street
Hattie T. Thompson
Maude Stanford
Blanche Bradford
Forrest Dean
D. W. McDougal
Alexander
Malcolm
Marinette
Thomas
Alvin
Janette Termon
Elizabeth
Fond du Lac
John
Iron Mountain Midh
McDougal
Black Hawk County
East Waterloo Township
Mt. Hope Methodist Church
St. Paul's M. E
Graham
Johnson
Fairview -On-, Etery
J. F. Nottzer
J. P. Jacob
F. J. Gibbs
D. W. King
J. T. Allen
Geo. Perguson
Alexander McDougal
C. E. Hall
Carmania to sail from England with Reed and Johnson
The Cunard liner Carmania is set to depart England on August 11 with H. M. Reed Jam Iy and Miss Eleanor Johnson of Waterloo aboard. War conditions have not heavily disrupted Cunard ships yet and no further sailing plans have been received. Lina Moore a touring high school teacher in Europe may be in London awaiting return. Many teachers abroad fear they may miss the new school year. A Courier and Reporter want ad urges home buyers.
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Carmania
Cunard Line
England
H. M. Reed
Jamiy
Eleanor Johnson
Waterloo
Lina Moore
Europe
London
Billy Pig Caught by Billy Goat in Woods
In a rural tale from 1914 a hungry Billy Pig is duped by Billy Goat who steals his bag of meat. The pig sleeps, awakens to a lighter bag, and learns of the goat’s ruse when his mother discovers tracks and the missing meal. Tomorrow’s story teased.
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Billy Pig
Bily Pig
Billy
Billy Goat
Stine
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
New York City
Tomorrow's Story
Drasille
Outing trip to Cedar River Minn for Fields family
Dr and Mrs Fields Mrs Boyle and Bryant Wettstein of Wyoming Il depart for a two week outing at Cedar River Minn. Master Letis Struble was hurt Saturday when helping hitch the oil wagon the team bolted Lewin was knocked down breaking his collar bone he is recovering. O Powell Garrison canning supervisor visited relatives over Sunday. Mrs Claude Gable of Anamoona arrives to visit her parents the Terrys. The large traction engine owned by the party is mentioned.
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la Porte City
Fields
Garrison Canning Factory
Claude Gable
Anamona
J. R. Terry
Widow of railway magnate travels by special train through Waterloo
Mrs Edward HH Harrimas, widow of a railway magnate, rode a special Illinois Central train through Waterloo at 10 05 last night. The stop allowed a change of engines and a retinue of servants accompanied her before she continued toward the Pacific coast. The Courier notes that its classified ads are always profitable.
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Edward HH. Harrimas
Waterloo
Illinois Central
Pacific Coast
Face Peeling Easy Blond or Brunette
An old advertisement describes a simple facial wax treatment using urea and wax to peel skin gradually over about a week. It promises a youthful look for years and claims the product is readily available at drug stores.
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Bowne
Philadelphia Presse
Burt Light
Holly
Robert
Baltimore
Pario
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Logan Avenue
Sternberg
Filtis E. Wilson
Sherri Clef
Locil
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Vermont
Adaline Reese
Champaign, IL
Fred Mercer
Harold Witchell
EB. ‘R. Moore
Chautauquaipark
Branson
Moore
James Kline- Stener
Adam Reber
Perry iRelangee
Wisconsin
Mississippi River
Julius Kayser
Jai
Charles Whittaker
Mr. Morrell
L. Loveland
Ed Strawhecker
Tama County
W. P. Mayes
Belle
Plaine
Miew Luella
Mise Helen Andrews
Cedar Rapids
Geo. McQuire
Paul McGeheran
Ee Tree Ree
National Toilet Company
Pam
Tre
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