Great Air Adventures Stir the Imagination of Era
The Waterloo Evening Courier notes two bold aviation plans. Raisted Arudsen aims to reach the North Pole by air, following Wellman and Andree in pioneering polar flight. Nordic pilots Lindstede and Nyegaard plan a transatlantic crossing in a powerful airship, while Zeppelin rivalry with Schütte adds to the drama. The piece reflects postwar aviation progress and growing fantasies of long-distance flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Pole
Raatd ‘Araunsden
South Pole
Northwest Passage
Pole
Walter Wellman
Peary
Hugo Lindstede
Sweden
Kjell Nyegaard
Norway
New York
Atlantic
America
Perte
Count Zeppelin
Prof. Schutte
Germany
Sneck
Newfoundland
Azores
Jules Vedrines
Paris
Cairo
The Epic of Galileo and a Good Fellow Philosophy
A satirical piece contrasts buying a new hat with becoming a Good Fellow, noting the rewards of a small investment and social uplift. It then reports optimistic Wall Street views on Rock Island finances under new management, predicting cash reserves, securities, and a 4 percent dividend as a hopeful outlook for Waterloo and the planned union station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bathlehem Steel
Briggs #6
Rock Island
Fssuo
The
Wall Street Journal
Journal
Waterloo
Union Station
Gallipoli Epic and the Human Edge in Wartime
The text hails John Masefield's Gallipoli as a noble epic in prose that centers on human effort and emotion within the tragic campaign. It compares literary treatment to Homeric grandeur and favors epic form to do justice to the theme, noting Masefield's measured praise and the work's poetic potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Masefield
Gallipoli
Dardanelles
Kiumpt
Christimes and Xmas spelling urged by Iowa editors
Iowa editors urge schools to avoid the shortened Xmas form and to preserve Christmass in all school work. The column argues the word represents Christ mass and should not lose sacred meaning. Also mentions local notes on daily living costs and a playful piece on potato prices and seed testing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Nmas
Colaimn
Christin
van Do
The Mystery of Salonikh and the Slothful Army
Press commentary argues Sarrail’s Saloniki army has stalled for over a year despite expected major actions. It claims political restraint by allies, not military limits, keeps the force inert while the Bulgarians gain ground and Roumania suffers, with broader Balkan stakes and Greek-Russian-Italian links in play.
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Salonikh
New York Times
Sarrail
Salonik
Aries
Stam
Salonixt
HBO
Europe
Suarrail
Roumagin
Monastir
Jorth
London
Sarrall
Austria- Hungary
Joffre
Balkans
Ferdinand
Ules
Roumania
Fle
Greecs
Saloniki
Just In Jest And Other Witty Clippings
A miscellany of quips and brief jokey items from readers and editors. The page surveys humorous quotes about winter delays high prices and odd conversations, with a jab at political and social topics. It notes observations from the Washington Star and mentions figures like King James Wats and King Constantine in a light, playful tone.
Side Talks By Ruth Cameron A Cruel Injustice
Ideology criticizes blaming childless women for not following grandmothers’ fertility norms. The author argues women differ in desire and circumstances, noting husbands may resist additional children and some cannot have them. Criticism of childless lifestyles ignores personal choice and social constraints.
Lungs and Breathing Why the Lungs Are Essential
A compact explainer on lungs describing their size, location, and function as air processing organs. It emphasizes that breathing is vital, the lungs cleanse incoming air, and health affects their ability to work and recover from exposure to foreign matter. The piece also likens lungs to air muscles that strengthen with use and weaken with disuse.
Poking for lucre reveals darker side of genius
A college professor and a man of letters probe a life once praised for brilliance, uncovering a sting for cash that tarnishes the noble image of a scholar. The fragment hints at a fall from grace tied to mortality and financial motive.
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Lucre
Aiding War Orphans Fund Promises Big Charity Drive
Minneapolis Journal reports a newly formed eastern society aims to raise 130 million dollars to care for and educate French orphans. The fund is guaranteed for 15 years with administration costs covered, ensuring each dollar assists the cause. A list shows over two hundred thousand beneficiaries amid European war ravages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
East
America
Europe
United States
Ackley Editorial Slants Toward Local Topics Not Far Off
The piece argues that long winded editorials on statehood from territories under Germany or Austria are unlikely. It caution readers not to expect editors to confer with powers abroad and urges focus on nearer concerns such as river ice in Cedar and Des Moines or local sports pennants.
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Ackley World
Anont
Germany
Austria
Iowa
Cedar
Des Moines
Cubs
Sox
Pirates
The Fox Tricks Mrs Turkey on a Hilltop Walk
A hungry Mr. Fox lures Mrs. Turkey and her poults toward the woods. He aims to seize them, but Mrs. Turkey deceives him by asking to view the hilltop view and using a stratagem to trap the fox. The plan succeeds and the fox ends in the cold river, humbled and defeated as the family escapes.
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MR. Fox
Mrs. Turkey
Mr. For
Mrs.Turkey
Frank J Cheney Co oath witnesses catarrh cure ad
Frank J Cheney testifies as senior partner of F J Cheney Co in Toledo Ohio and offers a one hundred dollar reward for any catarrh treated case not cured by Hall s Catarrh Cure. Notary public confirms the oath dated December Ush. Miscellaneous drug advertisements mention Hall s Catarrh Cure and Wall s Family Pills for constipation.
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Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheses
F. J. Cheney & Co
Semill
Hall
Frank J. Cheney
Togee
A. D
Ival
AL W. Gleason
Cheney & CO
Wall
Iret
The Invisible Cap Crying Out in Tomorron
A fragment hints at a lament of hardship and kindness, featuring a speaker railing against poverty and hunger while imagining a better future. The text mentions a phrase Tomorron's cry and attributes ownership to MMcClure Mews paper Syndicate.
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Mmcclure Mewspaper Syndicate
Tomorron
Don't Be Bald Use Parisian Sage Hair Growth Solution
An advertisement touts Parisian Sage as a reliable hair growth remedy promising to regrow hair stop shedding and cure dandruff. It claims antiseptic properties nourishes the hair root and makes hair look fuller while offering a money back guarantee. Products sold at drug and toilet counters.
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Wangler Bros. Co
Gage
Instantaneous Non Vent Water Heater Ad
An Ohio M Instantaneous Non Vent Water Heater promises inexhaustible hot water without wait. Dealers offer a 30 day trial with booklet and full particulars from Dayton Manufacturing Company, Dayton Ohio.
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Dayton Manufacturing Company
Dayton
Ohio
GetS It Easy Corn Remedy Ad From Waterloo Era
A historical advertisement extols GETS IT as a painless corn remedy. The text promises quick action within seconds, claiming no pressing or cutting, and notes widespread druggist availability and a 250 bottle price. It cites sellers Wangler Bros and local Waterloo pharmacists.
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E. Lawrence & Co
Chicago
Waterloo
Wangler Bros. Co
H. W. Taggart
C. I. Miller
Hansen & Hansen
Strickler’s Pharmacy
Born's Drug Co
Mayr
Marr
Geo
T. Mayr
Mfg
Joder & Son and
Wengler Bros. Co
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Sunsey
O. Dougherty
Nie Oeris
Philadelphia
Story, Brooks & Finley
Mere
Great Air Adventures
Galleyou
RTI Ax
Towa
Japan
California
Waterlon
Chicago Tribune
Manson
Matahalliowo Times-Republican
Berlin
Mason City
Frastus
Washington Star
Madre
Marjorie
Reeful
Chuggins
Louisville
James Wats
Constantine
Greece
Charles City Press
BY Ruth Cameron
Louisville Courter-Journal
C. Alphonso Smith Poe
University of Virginia
O. Henry
William Sydney Porte
Alphonso Smith
Yellow Journal
Or. Henry
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield
Frank T. Hartman
Fifth
Mulberry
East Side
Sunda Tia
C. W. Bruner
Blackhawk
W. E. Patterson
Commercial Bank
Waterloo Auto & Supply Co
J. K. Joder
PHONE
Sandman
Bell-Ans
Hildren
Dr. Kings
Dr. King
Gulfast
Riviera of America
Christian
Biloxi
Ocean Springs
Gulfport
Mississippi City
Bay St Louis
Pascagoula
Pensacola
New Orleans
Mobile
Gotf
Boarne
Fistine
St Louis
Louieville & Nashville
R Ro
Central America
Florida
Gulf Coast
PW. Morrow
Nsw
Marquette Building
E Herring
D-P. A
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St. Louis
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