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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1928

Page

3

Amatu Malut Daily Ad Rates and Publication Policy

The notice lists subscription prices by carrier and mail, with per week and yearly options, and outlines advertising rates and policies. It notes W. H. Hartman Co as publisher and J. D. Jackson McCayver as treasurer and manager, and mentions Associated Press affiliation and bureau representations in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

W. H. Hartman Co Courter Eldg Corner Park Ave Commercial St Hartmisa Visareferee Dackson McCayver Mensgee Peeles Waterloo United Preny International News Associated Press Beroin Adit Bureau of Circulations Jude Sitogether Los Angeles San Fran Binley Representatives

Time on tap for New Yorkers via 5 cent central calls

Historic note on a policy allowing New Yorkers to obtain the time by calling central with a 5 cent charge noted against their phone numbers. The piece discusses street delays, telegraph and newspaper limitations, and public service issues in Waterloo as similar time requests grew common.

Central Waterloo Mietropolitan

Death of Iowa conservationist Rev George Bennett ends era

Reverend George Bennett of Iowa City a longtime wildlife protector died in McGregor. He founded the School of Wild Life in 1919 and launched Iowa Conservation in 1977, later reviving Wildways. His work spurred sentiment and statutes to protect nature and wildlife resources.

Cock Robin George Bennett Iowa City Bennett McGregor Bhat

Paris beachgoers seek sunburn as nude imagery rises

The New York World’s Paris correspondent notes crowds at Paris beaches chase sunburn, pushing La Vie Parisienne to feature modestly dressed figures on its covers. The column also ponders why umbrellas vanish during sudden thunderstorms as the sky clears moments earlier.

New York World Paris la Vie Parisienne

Stomach Washes and Hydration Advice From Dr Brady

Dr Brady discusses morning stomach washing as unnecessary and urges plain water intake. He favors cold water for digestion, notes limited stomach absorption, and recommends at least three pints daily with more in heat or activity. He also covers hay fever relief and dog care queries.

Portrait of a Gentleman by Glenn Frank

The piece debates what defines a gentleman through quotes on efficiency and ethics. It contrasts views of gentility as asset versus liability and cites Confucius on nine arms of a true gentleman.

Glenn Frank University of Wisconsin Century Magazine The McClure Newspaper Syndicate Paar Confucius

New York Thrift Drive Quietly Wins Over Public

In New York City thrift is celebrated with electric signs and bank depots while many save little and debt rises. Experts note 80 percent face debt pressure and even thrifty readers risk scams. Shoplifting dips in summer as winter coats hide thefts, with women most active.

New York Menjou Hig William Johnston Maga-J Dhes Manhattan

Ragtime Tales and Toy Boats in a Kennel Parcel

A humorous column blends schoolyard gossip with street scenes as a narrator ribbed by Jack and a theatre satirist recalls bouncers, a Windsor Detroit subway idea, and a whimsical Uncle Wiggily tale about Jackie and a toy sailboat in a kennel bath.

Uncle Wiggily's Wonderful Boat chapter summary

Jackie Bow Wow the puppy boy falls ill from hot weather and bitter medicine. Dr Possurm and his family blame chasing tricks barking at the moon and heat. After a week of illness he slowly improves but must stay in the kennel while brothers go out.

Jackie Wigerly Rabbit Mr. Lengears Jolly Rabbit Limgears Jackie and His Mother Went Out and When Next Uncle Wiggily Uncle Wiggily Tackle Mr. Longenrs Uncle Wiggly Jackie Bow Wow Peetic Dr. Passum

Fifty Years Ago Sportsmen Eyeing Birds and City Changes

The Courier notes Aug 21 1578 reports lawful hunting dates for ducks snipe geese and brant and mentions prastie chickens to be hunted next month. Gas company lamps appear citywide while telephonic links connect mills and superintendent W Willingworth. Police notes warn of omissions and fines. Main Street west side narrowed by property sales and fencing moves creating Park Avenue. A damaged canoe from the mill dam incident is recorded. Market melons from Muscatine sell for 15 to 30 cents amid concentrated cholera fears.

Main Street West Side Main Park Avenue

Hilarity company to perform at Brown's opera house

Fortly years ago report says Charles A Loder and his Great Hilarity company will appear at Brown's opera house Wednesday evening at 7. Mrs Gavitt sister of Mrs Mayson and Mrs Judge Bags suffer injuries from a carriage fall last Monday. Frost fears and crop notes follow with local news of a straw poll and a baseball game result 29 to 23 in favor of the west side. Hudson shows fire extinguisher demonstrations prompting local orders.

Charles A. Loder Great Hilarity Brown's Opera House Irving West Side West Business

Waterloo Canning Season May Start Next Wednesday

Twenty years ago the Waterloo Canning company expected to begin the local canning season next Wednesday, weather delaying corn. sweet corn crop is short. Willam Holland received four consignments of 240 sheep from St Paul yards, sold quickly. Miss Nellie Gall and Archie Brett wed in Waterloo on a street intersection platform as Carnival events unfolded. Fire committee orders a chemical engine for $1524. Old Settlers picnic plans set for Chautauqua park with informal festivities. Mayor Doty and officials inspect the improved road east of Newell street built by the Good Roads association to demonstrate economical road construction.

Waterloo Canning Company Nellie Gall Archie Brett Waterloo Cedar Falls E. J. Hildebrand R. A. Doty Board of Trade T. A. McDonald Good Roads Association Newell Street

Uncle Rays Corner Genevan Tales From A Friendly Land

UNCLE RAYS CORNER recounts a stay in Geneva Switzerland with the Mieges family and a travelogue tone. He notes three wheelers in Geneva a gentle Swiss police presence contrasts with English and French policing and recalls Mark Twains glacier tale for local color.

Nature Notes Questions Answers From Burroughs Club

Questions on eider down from ducks eyebrows and eyelashes on horses plus a seaweed-like coral found on the shore. Answers preview in tomorrow’s Nature Notes describing swamp management for birds nesting, plantings to hide moisture, and notes on beetles glow worms and a gourd melon eaten by coyotes in the southwest with coyotes and dates in the Washington palm.

Washington

Antiques and the Art of Genuine Value

The piece outlines why antiques survive and how connoisseurs judge value and restoration. It notes that varnish history and minor flaws can swing price, and that the charm of antiques lies in atmosphere despite imperfect condition.

Talkies and the uncertain future of talking pictures

The Washington Post notes that synchronizing sight and sound in talking pictures is not yet successful and predicts many adaptations may prove worthless. It says evaluative judgment is premature and observes that the idea has appeared in patent offices around the world. The commercial advantage of successful talking movies is clearly seen by many, though the exact path remains unclear.

Washington Post

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