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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1922
Page
3
A fragment from a Waterloo newspaper page discusses politics in Iowa with Col Brookhart, the Illinois Central railroad purchase, Bundy’s heat device, streetcar viability in Waterloo, and national fire loss contrast. It reflects editorial views on campaigns, transportation shifts, and public policy with named entities such as Col Brookhart, Illinois Central, Webster City, Waterloo, and France.
A whimsical note from the Anthoa Herald declares a hen as the sole signal of industry, capable of both calm and yield. The piece notes community men seeking to imitate her to boost local productivity and dividends.
In this health service column by Dr William Brady the dangers of bystander ignorance in drowning cases are warned. He urges universal CPR training using Schafer method and details hands on resuscitation steps to save lives while awaiting aid.
Imogene confronts Andrew about a tale of Ashton Meyers praising Andrew’s generosity. Andrew recalls helping Meyers three years ago after he was down and out, supplying money and advice that led to a better life. The pair debate memory, pride, and the value of a good deed.
A 1931 nature notes column invites readers to submit questions on nature topics. It asks about birds like starlings and grackles, whether starlings are pests, whether wild asters produce honey, and the existence of parasite fishes, with answers promised in Morrow's Nature Notes.
The article explains why tortoises dig with their hind feet to create a nesting cavity about two inches deep. It notes variations among species but describes a common method: after depositing eggs the soil is carefully replaced to conceal disturbance, using a warm layer to hatch eggs. It mentions dancing mice as a bred curiosity from China linked to R M Yerkes and a book on their behavior. It also refers readers to state agriculture departments for names of local game wardens.
Abe Martin and Uncle Ez Pash have cut out sugar and white bread to extend their control of the Democratic ticket for another decade. Joe Lark faces a broken arch dispute over long fines and beer.
Readers examining Bird Lore from the National Audubon Society can locate the state member of the Audubon state board of advisors. That adviser would know the district warden. We provided the adviser’s name to the correspondent in question.
Fifty years ago in The Courier on August 8 1872 town marshal J P Evans was off furlough visiting Canada to recuperate. Rev Father Fagan of Milwaukee will lecture on the Infallibility of the Roman Pontiff at Union Hall entry 25 cents. Mrs D H Kingsley drowned in Cedar River while bathing with neighbor women. Parochial school dedicated by Father Scallan. Filthy Commercial Street in Waterloo west drew attention. E E MecStay died at 40 at Raymond. City to macadamize Commercial from Bridge to Fourth. I M Hay and Judge Bagg ill. Conductor Tom Saunders and companions hunted chickens in Hardin county. many birds shot. Conklin Bros circus and Yankee Robinson show to unite under one tent at Cedar Falls.
Forties era notes recount James S. George and wife moving to Boise City Ida for health reasons. Jameson buys Woolly property in Leavitt's addition for 1500. George C. Jameson sells livery stock and relocates from Lincoln township. Local industry: Beaty plans sorghum plant at Finchford powered by water. Train delay at depot spurs lively scene. yardmaster change at Illinois Central. Wagon accident on Fourth Street ends with no injuries. Express messenger Lt Charles Ward returns home to farm.
The Walnut Street Baptist Church held open air Sunday afternoon services. Charles P Bratober bought a gasmobile from Marion New Jersey, a 12 horsepower gas car reaching 30 mph. Mrs Reed and two sons arrived back from the west. Mrs Matt Ravane died at 54 leaves husband eight children. Mrs George Lichty and son Robert returned from Michigan. Josephine Lichty visited Indiana. Mrs J W Krapfer entertained ladies for Miss Julia Day of Chicago. The new courthouse was completed August 1902 at cost 85000 with sheriff’s residence and land added. Frances Mullan and aunt F Gertrude Eddy plan a year in Europe. E F Dunkelberg and Charles Fay bought 6000 acres in Wisconsin for a syndicate. Lawrence Hummel, 5, broke his arm last week.
English heiress Heloise Reys faces a gang plot as attorney advisers complicate matters. Clement Seedon probes thefts, eavesdrops reveal betrayals, and a railway detective force corners Neuburg alias Nachbar. Escapes, arrests, and a Banff chase unfold amid tense pursuit.
In a tangled tale of wealth, murder, and deception, Neuburg is suspected as Nachbar, the shadowy adviser behind a rich victim Roberts. An American justice agent links Neuburg to the crime, while a forged delivery letter and swapped rifles complicate the case. Police delay waits for solid proof before arrest.
Two short sketches humorously discuss diet amid high antidote prices. The item teases readers with quick prompts and a challenge to answer yesterday’s query. Mentions places Madeira Malta Annapolis and several city names suggesting a local puzzle or leads column.
Davenport Times lauds Iowa Republicans for a platform showing genuine Americanism, no compromise with radicalism, and a firm stand for law, individual rights, farm aid, veteran support, and improved hospital care, affirming pride in enduring principles and national service. Des Moines Capital notes humane traits persist through strikes and conflict, fostering happiness despite turmoil.
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