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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1916

Page

19

Social Calendar Notes From Community Groups

Tuesday evening marriage announced for Miss DeEtte von Lack jam and Lester Miller at the Hartman home. Wednesday afternoon ladies social union and church circle events follow with meetings, programs, and a Christmas Chime concert.

DeEtte von Lackjam Lester Miller J. C. Hartman Ladies Social Union of Universalist BE. T. Lawrence Women-of-First Baptist Church Aid Society Central Christian Church Macedonian Bible Class of West Minster Presbyterian Church Lw. A. Suppy Fourth Street William Bates C. Hy McGarty Ed Steeg Progressive E. H. Horns

XOUR CHRIS Avill Buy Lasting Coat At Slow Price

A reader notes a stylish winter coat offered at a very slow price point as a consumer alert. The message urges cashing a check to secure the deal, reflecting a wary shopper stance on delayed pricing.

Chris Avill

Vaudeville and films light up Majestic and Palace bills

Patrons praise the Majestic vaudeville lineup featuring A Case for Sherlock, Webb and Burns, and musical acts, with a big Thursday bill teased. The Palace shows Fannie Ward in The Years of the Low Cust, a mining scam drama with wardrobe showcases, plus star Jack Dean and Charles Ogle. The First Congregational church hosts a free Victrola recital on December 13.

THE Majestic Majestic Theatre Playhouse Sherlock Webb and Burns Grean McHenry and Dean McLallen Carson la Graciosa Visions Master J. C. Lewis & Co Master Lewis Billy Fannie Ward Miss Ward London Jack Dean Walter Long Charles Ogle First Congregational Church Slack

Manufacturing Value and Jobs Hit 1914 Highs in Census

Washington reports 1914 manufacturing output valued at over 24 billion dollars and employments of 8 million. Census Bureau plans investigations next year into transportation by water religious bodies and marriage and divorce.

Washington, D. C Census Bureau

High Corn Brings Early Settlement

Dr. F. W. Powers of the Black Hawk National Bank says Waterloo's financial strain peaks earlier than normal as farmers sell hogs and cattle early due to high corn costs. Country banks cut loans and reimburse Waterloo banks, reducing loan demand. He warns a meat shortage this spring may follow.

Waterloo F. W. Powers Black Hawk National Bank Dr. Powers

Fox fur sets lead fashion hints in daily column

Fox fur remains popular in conventional muff and scarf ensembles. Melon and pillow muff shapes prevail, with editors noting the notable trend of how wearers fasten the pieces. A clever woman adds a personal touch through a distinctive knot or tie to create a new style.

LA Raconteuse

Farmers selling early may cut state's pork output

Farmers sell stock earlier than usual reducing a month of fattening and lowering overall pork production in the state.

Unseasonably Cold Night Across Waterloo

The temperature fell to eight degrees above zero as Waterloo faced one of the coldest nights of the season. A forecast for colder conditions tonight risks reaching the zero mark before any relief.

Mercury Waterloo Ralph B. Slippy

Nature's Warning Kidney Aid Ad Promotes Doan's Pills

An old style advertisement urges readers to watch kidney health and use Doan's Kidney Pills. It features F E Moffitt of Waterloo detailing relief from frequent urination, back pain, and dizzy spells after using the product. Price 50 cents, available from dealers. Foster Milburn Co. announces Buffalo, N Y as the promoter.

Nature Doan Waterloo F. E. Moffitt Almond St Doan's Kidney Pills—the Same That Mr. Moffitt Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo

Check Cashing Offer Promises Lasting Satisfaction

Local notice states cashing a check offers lasting satisfaction from a purchaser. No explicit date or location provided. The brief emphasizes value of prompt payment and financial convenience in a simple transactional note.

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