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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1912
Page
2
The Waterloo Courier announces daily publication with a weekly edition schedule and advertising terms. It lists New York and international offices and notes higher circulation. The paper outlines foreign postage, and mentions economy debates, political commentary, and varied city notices alongside world affairs.
The piece argues both sides show righteous indignation in the campaign and urges charity. It cites Kenyon’s letter to Larrabee and Cedar Falls progressives, noting Roosevelt’s government aims but questioning faultless alliances. It defends honest motive and condemns desertion for political gain.
An editor analyzes the Democratic handling of national finances, accusing them of delaying government expenses month by month to avoid drastic cuts. The piece contrasts this with claimed Republican-era savings, noting a small apparent gain but arguing deeper improvements are needed before final approval of the budget.
A Webster City Freemano-Tribune note rails against efforts to remove William K. Lew, Taft’s colored assistant attorney. Other papers mock moonlight lighting in Dubuque skies and urge lanterns. Des Moines Register advocates Roosevelt over Taft, hinting at Wilson as alternative. Iowa City Republican ridicules milk dealer politics risking innocent lives via tainted milk.
The Des Moines Capital comments on Lieut. Gov. George W. Clarke remaining loyal to the Republican ticket amid a volatile Iowa campaign. The paper lauds his independence and resolve, noting that supporters will grow more loyal and critics will gain respect for his steadfast position.
A collage of humorous exchanges from various papers. A matron’s friend breaks a wrist and a doctor’s quip about the “a-wrist-a-cracked-i member” is noted. A bet about global travel leads to a dog pacing a traveler. A cook jokes about a policeman at supper through a keyhole. A student quotes Columbus and a publisher counters with business framing. A missing husband riddle ends as he is found perusing department-store counters.
Chris Peterson and Theodore Wicks, well known farmers near Jewell Indiana, were seriously injured when their Ford touring car skidded off a bridge while racing a westbound train. Striking the bridge railing, the vehicle plunged 15 feet, landing 36 feet from the bridge. Peterson suffered possible internal injuries and both men endured severe head bruises as the wrecked car lost two wheels. The report notes the car was new and parasitic damage followed.
Ruth Cameron argues that true dignity, defined as self respect and high minded conduct, underpins real popularity and lasting friendship. She cites Abraham Lincoln’s informal moments illustrating dignity beyond casual behavior and urges readers to cultivate inner worth to gain respect and affection.
Under date of Aug 22 1 EB Munger general secretary of the YMCA at Houston Texas writes to a friend in Waterloo about his father I C Munger. The letter says four weeks since operation and two since home from hospital. He is progressing and walks around the house daily. Last Sunday he walked downstairs and had dinner with them. The doctor says he will be out on the lawn before long. They are encouraged and thankful.
Des Moines announces potato expert Eugene H. Grubb urges Iowa farmers to yield 200 to 400 bushels per acre rather than under 100 at the state fair visit. He criticizes cutting seed and advocates planting whole potatoes for stronger plants and resilience to weather.
Mr Grubb returned from Europe where he studied soil and disease factors in potato crops. He notes that cut potatoes are easily diseased by soil, and each plant must rely on soil nutrients until nourishment is drawn. Sent by Secretary James Wilson of agriculture, he will assist Prof Kennedy of Ames on February 1 in spreading potato farming guidance in Iowa.
E. L. Hosteter returned from Mitchell North Dakota and took a poll of voters on the train between Mitchell and Yankton. Men voters totaled 79 with Roosevelt 40, Wilson 30, Taft 6, Debs 2, prohibition 1. Women voters 26 with Roosevelt 13, Wilson 9, Taft 4. Four states Ohio Indiana Iowa South Dakota represented.
An advertisement claims ill health stems from poor digestion and promises relief. It touts Chamberlains Tablets as strengthening digestion, invigorating the liver, and regulating bowels, claiming many cures. Also promotes Brady War Pictures from the Waterloo Evening Courier and a page 3 coupon.
Council Bluffs Iowa August 28 Mrs Kate Maloney held since the death of her husband was moved to St Bernard hospital for sanity evaluation and treatment. Neighbors say she has long suffered mental imbalance with family pride delaying restraint. Contractor John McGowan says Maloney has been unstable for fifteen years and feared her husband’s threats. She aided in burial plans insisting on a brick vault and admitted propping his head after the shooting. She attempted to burn the bloody dress, later found partly consumed in the closet. Coroner’s jury finds her guilty of firing the fatal shot and recommends possible insanity examination or asylum commitment. Witness Mrs Z T Jones recalls hearing a single shot and Mr Maroney crying out Kate don’t kill me.
A health note by Leslie D. Smith M D urges spotless homes as a gauge of habit and hygiene. The piece links cleanliness and beauty to public impression, arguing orderly interiors mirror disciplined living and civic pride.
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