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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1914
Page
2
The report of the fall of Linge was accepted prior to confirmation on the grounds that German victory seemed inevitable despite French reinforcements. It notes that men are cheaper than ammunition, cannon, or battleships, and that manpower can be decisive.
A discussion of unemployment as a core social problem notes the 19th century view of government as limited and argues for action. It describes two congressional proposals the Murdock Bill creating a national employment bureau and the McDonald bill turning post offices into labor exchanges, aimed at balancing demand and supply.
A public health complaint alleges a person with visible disease entered a popular bathing area. Officials debate whether the individual should be barred to prevent potential transmission while balancing public access.
Washington strategists argue that Kaiser William II aims not at rash aggression but a calculated drive to extend German hegemony from the Balkans to the Mediterranean. They contend a major war against Russia is essential to unite 3,000,000 German forces with 2,000,000 Austrians for conquest, while France and Britain are kept on the defensive.
Washington reports a Kinderwood amendment may permit repayment to heirs of a Confederate general whose lands were seized by Union forces in 1865. Support reportedly from northern Democrats could help push the measure, while critics warn of partisan consequences and fiscal strain amid war-time fund appeals.
Frank MWolderman remains under the dolvor's care for several days. Sue Lonny Miler returned from a week with friends near Waterloo. Gresham Aus visited Sumner and A.land relatives. Stemly home several days this week with rheumatism. A W Stevly Lamm and relatives also mentioned.
A poetic meditation on love and skill, arguing most people are clumsy lovers and could become masters with study and practice. It cites Stopford Brooke on small gestures bringing warmth, trust, and happiness, and imagines a virtuoso capability to soothe broken souls through delicate acts of affection.
The New York Times discusses why German Americans should not resent American criticism of German militarism and European absolutism. It argues many German immigrants fled Prussia and support liberty in the United States, urging calm, tolerance, and equal rights to express opinions about the war. It notes German Americans have a right to discuss the war and oppose militarism.
A collage of fragmented quotes from Kansas City Journal to Baltimore American and Cincinnati Enquirer, mixing wry lines on men and politics with stray remarks on war correspondents and work. The snippets showcase varied humor and editorial tones, reflecting public notices and social comment.
Merchants grow optimistic despite European war fears. Thomas Service of Jacksonville notes Florida's citrus industry to double its advertising as a sign that war will spur the nation’s greatest era of prosperity. Public statements claim financial institutions are strong and the U S Treasury has $500,000,000 ready for banks with national reserve banks soon operating to inject funds.
A humorous, opinionated piece portrays Alaska as vast and mismatchingly rich. It jokes about its size, climate, and resources, noting gold, fur, oil, and timber potential. It parries criticisms of U S acquisition and envisions a future trans-Alaskan railroad and economic growth.
The Survey details Chicago police reform stirred by a deadly raid on vice districts. Maj or Funkhauser and a morals squad face political pushback while Captain Max Nootbaar vows to clean up the precinct in 30 days. Mayor Harrison signals alignment with anti vice forces amid ward political clashes.
The piece argues that money and power shift to government in wartime economic planning. It says factories must open to meet demand in war-ridden countries, creating jobs and larger use of home products. This will raise prices, attract foreign wealth, and bring prosperity to the United States.
New York Aug 11 Portable cremators are to be used by the German army on battlefields, capable of incinerating twenty five bodies an hour. Dr Hugo Erichsen of Detroit, leader of the Cremation Society of America, says ashes will be returned to Germany for burial whenever possible.
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for hay fever and asthma, claiming it provides restful sleep and relief from choking coughing and irritated throats. The text also lists patents granted in the week ending August 4, 1914 to various inventors across Iowa for devices like metal receptacles, power belts, life boats, and a typewriter stand.
Des Moines reports highlight dealer numbers on cars and their use for private benefit. Attorneys seek state guidance as officials crack down on schemes to dodge fees. Authorities note dealers sometimes register cars to avoid taxes, while a separate article discusses Des Moines water supply concerns and Iowa National Guard liquor enforcement led by Major Brookhart with a firm stance to end booze in the guards.
Des Moines reports Iowa’s canned corn production this year is expected to reach 6,000,000 cases, with about 2,900,000 more than last year. Canneries in southern Iowa opened over the past week and northern Iowa begins today, while the tomato crop appears about equal to corn and operators foresee a strong output this season.
Sussel Wilson aged sixteen, son of Mr and Mrs G B Wilson of Morning Sun, was killed when a rock-hauling cart ran away at a nearby quarry. He was struck on the head by rocks, the base of his skull and back of his head crushed as he fell.
A new Rhodes Savings Bank has been capitalized for 15000 with backing from local and Des Moines capitalists. Officers include President Clarence Johnson Rhodes Vice Presidents O M Thatcher Luther and A C Heitz Collins. Cashier F M Willis Rhodes. Directors include C H Martin and Q A Willis of Des Moines.
Osceola August 11 instant death came to Mrs. Z C McDaniels when the couple's auto collided with a fast train at a crossing two miles east of town Mrs McDaniels was killed and her husband was seriously injured in the crash his condition is reported serious.
Grinnell Aug 41 The first Grinnell made monoplane passed a successful test flight Saturday aviator W W c Robinson flew two trials before many citizens the machine just built at the Grinnell Airplane factory. Dodge’s pay as a Bronte. Des Moines Aug 11 A Town town booze goodbye national guard Brigadier General Allen appoints Maj S W Broaghart of Washington provost marshal with special directions to set duties.
After more than a month of hourly fear, Mrs. James Kelley was fatally shot by her husband, pool room proprietor, who then reloaded and killed himself. Mrs. Kelley died after hours of unconsciousness, her murder-suicide ending a stormy marriage that included threats to harm the wife and their three children, with the wife seeking divorce and protection.
In Des Moines on August 11, information charging 35 year old Alfred Thomas with murder was filed in Justice Conroy's court by Sheriff John Griffin. Thomas is accused of shooting 69 year old James W. Ashley at Ashley's Granger home after Ashley refused Thomas access to his three children. He was arrested at Miss home and jailed in Des Moines County jail.
Sioux City reports a pearl hunting fever along the Floyd River. Men and boys in old clothes or swimsuits scour shallow water digging clams and inspecting meat for hidden gems. Several pearls of varying value have been found in the past week.
Frank Vecht and John Kowa found the valuable pearl near Merrill on Thursday afternoon. The 22 pram stone, described as delicately white with an acorn-shaped hem, was valued by Sioux City jewelers as high as five thousand dollars but a local expert, W Cor jalsh Beck, called it imperfect with limited demand.
Des Moines Aug 11 Police regard John ny Gannon former Des Moines bartender as murdered. His body, found under Grand Avenue bridge at 1 oclock Saturday, showed blood stains on the bridge railing and rocks below. Gannon, described as demented in recent days, had been wandering before his death and was believed to have been held up on the bridge late Friday night or early Saturday morning.
Richmond Pennsylvania resident Mrs Fran Cuank reports severe health decline including internal troubles and nervous exhaustion. After two bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound her headaches ease and nerves strengthen, she credits the treatment with restoring her vitality and encourages other women to try the remedy. The ad promotes Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co of Lynn Massachusetts as a trusted women’s remedy for female ills observed over forty years.
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