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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1912
Page
2
A compilation noting the Evening Courier and Weekly Tribune distribution and offices in New York and London, with international posting options. It discusses presidential term debates and vice presidency considerations, including Theodore Roosevelt and James Sherman, plus campaign era observations on party nominating practices.
The Hold Over Paper is the Waterloo weekly digest read by locals each Saturday night and reviewed in depth Sunday, offering a concise summary of the week’s events and stories.
A call from Des Moines led by Arl Franke for a state Progressive Party delegate convention in the capital on Sept 4. The move aims to nominate a full slate for Congress and third party candidates in all counties, drawing dissent from Courier and many Republicans wary of splitting the ticket.
A Chicago Tribune piece argues it would be wise to study a single presidential issue in all its phases. It notes the need to weigh viewpoints but cautions against superficial handling of the matter.
Des Moines Tribune notes Mi Jdessie Field, superintendent in Page County, Iowa, as a notable example of a woman’s practical achievement and leadership in rural education. The article praises her originality and perseverance and argues for greater female participation in business and politics. It references editorials from The Companion and others debating political leadership and party dynamics.
Opinion excerpts critique third party state tickets and wage comparisons. The Iowa City Republican argues wage gaps differ little by nation yet hint at broader costs. Odebolt Chronicle warns against third party tickets as a Democratic gain. Marshalltown Times-Republican cautions against wasting Roosevelt era chances in Iowa.
A collage of humorous clippings and brief vignettes from early newspapers. Quips about trains, citrus optimism, a stubborn pupil, a vacations mishap, and a New England farm anecdote mix with light editor’s notes and local flavor.
Mr. W. S. Gunsalus, a farmer near Fleming Pa, praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy after fourteen years of use. He says it is an excellent remedy and recommends it to others. Sold by all dealers.
The writer recalls a girl at a restaurant who returned ice cream with a hint of salt and a note on the bill, using it to avoid paying. She sees complaints as power plays and urges readers to pause before voicing patron complaints, noting many customers demand obedience as “the customer is always right.”
Ames Aug 23 Professor Holden who lost in the governor primary backs Clarke and the Republican state ticket. He says he supported Clarke in the primary, was defeated, and now backs Clarke plus associates. Holden follows Roosevelt sentiment but will decide in November after reviewing national developments.
Conductor Modeman on a Council Bluffs to Boone run accepted a Chicago and Northwestern ticket dated July 22, 1875. Signed by W A Thraw the ticket stated it was valid whenever shown. The relic may be the oldest ticket ever honored and intrigues him to discover its history and journey through thirty seven years.
A. S. Jones of Lee Pharmacy Chive Cal says Foley's Honey and Tar Compound has no equal and is the one cough medicine free of narcotics or harmful properties. The genuine product comes in a yellow package. H. W. Taggart.
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