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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1918
Page
2
A large, fragmented wartime column discusses Allied victory sacrifices, future US prosperity, and shaping social ideas. It cites Polish independence, Ukraine and Lithuania, and criticizes imperialism. Iowa editorials debate congressional elections, presidential influence, and party roles in wartime policy.
A Milwaukee figure linked to sedition charges faces trial soon and is unlikely to gain insight from the Chicago I W W case. The note discusses presidential cabinet influence and a Lincoln anecdote amid a broader political discourse.
A wartime column asks why American troops are not yet involved in major operations near Arras and Spissons. It predicts a large-scale fall offensive, possible strikes toward Mulhausen, Metz, or the Rhine, with Americans joining the battles soon and impact extending through winter. It contrasts German reserves and Foch pressure while urging readiness.
A historical health column discusses childhood diarrhea including fever, vomiting, and dehydration, with emphasis on clean air, nursing, proper fluids, and rest. It recommends castor oil or peppermint water at onset, Paregoric under doctor supervision, milk handling, and balanced diet. The piece notes better outcomes with fresh air, baths, sponge baths, and avoiding exposure.
A neighbor celebrates a personal wartime achievement by conserving fuel and food. She explains her five gallon oil record, cooking on one flame with a colander, and pairing meals to save fuel with cheerful discipline. The piece praises women as the big reserve army of housewives supporting the war effort.
Mrs F A Walker presents Young Rooster a pampered chick in Mrs Brown Hen's brood who brags of future boss status. A hawk sighting and bold glare end with his sudden disappearance, leaving Mrs Brown Hen to mourn and friends to console.
Treasury bulletin compares U S and German postwar finances. It notes U S resources around 200 billion dollars and annual earnings near 50 billion, with postwar expenses and war debts forecast to rise about two billion yearly. Germany's prewar resources were about 80.9 billion, with debt now at 36 billion and annual interest looming about 1.5 billion.
The ad warns that alkali in most soaps harms the scalp and hair. It recommends pure diluted coconut oil as a greaseless, cheap alternative. A teaspoonful with water yields rich lather that cleanses, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft, fresh looking, and free of dust and dandruff.
The passage argues that skill and pace fade in purely physical contests with age while mental growth can continue. It warns that dangerous, deceptive years feel empowering, yet physical decline is inevitable. It suggests starting dangerous ventures at 66 if desired, while youth’s tools like bayonets and airplanes are reserved for the young.
A vintage advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It emphasizes ease of use for children and praises its safety and pleasant taste backed by endorsements from mothers including WmBeruby of Chillicothe Mo who credits it with keeping his family safe from croup. The ad notes the product contains no opium or narcotics.
An advertisement promotes CALCERES as a tonic and health builder to relieve persistent coughs and throat or lung trouble. It claims relief in acute cases, boosts strength to fight illness, and emphasizes calcium content for easy absorption. Sold as 50 cents for two boxes, available at druggists or from Sormar Laboratory in Philadelphia.
A man explains a year of stomach bloating before a fainting spell and head wound from a fall near a door. He sought relief from chronic stomach issues with Mayr's Wonderful Remedy, which he credits with reversing his symptoms. The ad touts the product as a harmless remedy that clears catarrhal mucus and inflammation across the digestive tract, offering a money back guarantee.
An advertisement touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a cure for backache, claiming daily use relieves pain and promotes strength. It emphasizes authenticity from Haarlem, Netherlands, urges buyers to seek the Gold Medal brand, and promises money back if ineffective.
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