Highway scheme roge for split of 300 experts
Division of opinion among 300 highway officials and experts from 37 states meeting in Chicago to frame nationwide programs. Federal initial appropriation of 500 million proposed. ag department plan favors continued road division under federal aid with a 50-50 scheme. Cedar Falls notes and local obituaries accompany the dispatch.
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Cedar Falls
Associated Press
Chicago
Convention of American Association of State Highway Officials
Congress
Agricultural Department
Department
Mass Armenian Massacres Reported by Constantinople Dispatch
The Morning Post recounts a detailed 1915 deportation scheme where Armenians faced forced marches in extreme conditions. Thousands died while women and children endured brutal tactics, including mass killings, drownings, and forced religious conversions, with reports of pits for burying children alive.
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The
New York World
Special Cable Dispatch
London
Morning Post
Constantinople
Quality Shoes Ad Promotes Wang and Miller’s Store
An advertisement urges readers to shop at Wang and Miller’s for regular Quality Shoes. The brief promo highlights a footwear sale and invites customers to visit the store for available styles.
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Wang & Miller's
No Recurrence Forecast For Epidemic By Federal Surgeon
A bulletin from Surgeon General Rupert Blue states the influenza epidemic is not expected to recur nationwide this winter. He notes the disease may linger in some areas until spring but overall the outbreak has run its course, with 330000 civilians and 20000 military deaths cited. Causes remain unclear amid war related factors and cold weather risks.
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Rupert Blue
United States Public Health Service
Blue
Free Y M C A Cards For Returned Soldiers
J. T. Houser of the Y M C A asks Waterloo veterans returning from military service to file their names. The Y will issue free membership cards to all soldiers and sailors while they wear their uniforms, likely for more than three months after discharge.
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Black Sea
Georgia
Zekki Bey
J. T. Houser
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Waterloo
Uncle Sam
Cannons 24 inch rifle deemed practicable by coast artillery
Maj. Gen. E. W. Coe reports that ordnance development has made a 24 inch rifle easily practicable with an estimated 40 mile nominal range. He anticipates longer ranges for special types and expects a successor to the Big Bertha. Harbor defenses need stronger guns and fixed emplacements may be used to extend protection as fleets approach harbors.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
E. W. Coe
Coast Artillery
Coe
Einer Nielsen Dies by Drowning in Wartime Service
Einer Nielsen formerly of Cedar Falls died December 2 by drowning while serving as an electrician for the government during the war. The Navy Department notified his mother Mrs H W Larson of Prairie Rose Texas. Nielsen, a Cedar Falls High School and Iowa State Teachers College graduate, had been studying at Armour Institute of Technology and worked on several government boats when the accident occurred.
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Belgian Cardinal Signals Shifts in Germany Camouflage of Democracy
Cardinal Mercier says he did not seek politics but warns the German change may be temporary. He describes the shift as a camouflage of democracy and notes lingering troubled hopes from Belgium’s liberation.
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Althout
Germany
How This Fine Family of Seven Children Keeps Healthy
Klaus Zandstra of Paterson New Jersey says his seven children have benefited from Father John’s Medicine for four years during colds and body-building. The ad asserts the product is alcohol and drug free and suitable as a reliable family medicine.
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Arrangements Chief For Wilson's Paris Visit
Colonel William W. Hutte chosen to direct arrangements for President Wilson's arrival and visit. He will oversee material needs of American peace delegates at Paris and Versailles while stationed at the front.
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William W. Hutte
Wilson
Paris
Anwrigan
Versailles
Chamber of Commerce Annual Meet Planned for Tomorrow
Officers of the Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual gathering tomorrow evening in the club rooms. The event, with no formal program, will feature a short meeting and a general assembly following the business. WL Powers, president of the Hack Hawk National Bank, will address the members.
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Milks Emulsion Promises Relief For Stomach Trouble
Mrs. W G Mershon of Brazil Indiana reports relief from 15 years of winter stomach troubles after using Milks Emulsion. The ad extols Milks Emulsion as a nutritious food and remedy boosting digestion, appetite, and general strength with a money back guarantee. It promotes use for nervous debility and tuberculosis cases and claims effectiveness in curing chronic stomach trouble and constipation. Sold by Wangler Bros C J Miter Drug Co and Terre Haute company guarantees. Also mentions a sprouted grain bread innovation.
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Mershon
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Milksmulsion Co
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Beautify Hair and Stop Dandruff with Danderine
Claiming rapid dandruff removal and hair regrowth Danderine promises for 2 ten cents a bottle to revitalize limp hair. Advertises soft lustrous hair, reduced shedding, and new fine hair growth after weeks, urging purchase at drug stores or toilet counters.
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Knowlton
Doctor William H. Ross Tuberculosis Chest Specialist
Dr William H Ross practices on Leavitt and Johnson building specializing in treatment and diagnosis of tuberculosis and chronic chest diseases. Office hours are 2:00 to 5:00 and visits by appointment only.
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Leavitt and Johnson Building
M. Tiverings
Moon Mawr Tomorrow Speaker Addresses Bank Account
A local event at Moon Mawr features a speaker who will address issues related to bank accounts and financial matters. The discussion aims to clarify common errors and provide professional guidance on managing accounts.
Furore Over Hospital Facilities Prompted By Reader Letter
A reader letter to the editor criticizes local authorities for hospital facilities and urges substantive action. The contributor argues for improved services and accountability, stressing that departments must address community needs.
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Vossitle Eaergency Hospital
Dike
Dee
City health leaders urged to convert hotel into emergency hospital
The text argues for quickly turning a city hotel into an emergency hospital to contain an epidemic. It questions hospital refusals to admit infectious or contagious cases and notes hotels with elevator service and multiple doors as suitable facilities.
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Dovertabids
Senate approves Peruvian legation upgrade to embassy
The Peru Senate approves raising the Peruvian Legation in Washington to embassy status. The Associated Prensa report notes Lima, December 9. Dr W N Moffett signs a message about securing building access.
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Lima
Washington
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