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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1919
Page
2
The Waterloo piece explains a perceived mystery about spirit communication and claims evidence supports survival after death. It contrasts beliefs that all phenomena are fakes with the suggestion that Waterloo may influence the debate, citing a vanished liquor inventory as a plot point and using a witty, speculative argument about spirits.
The piece contends that wealthier individuals like Henry Clay Frick, who died recently with about 112 million dollars, can still serve the public. It notes a 25 million dollar allocation to relatives and the remainder given to charity, education, and public enterprises, urging a generous use of wealth.
A critique of price gouging during coal and wood shortages. It cites Waterloo, BoonA, Earlville and Barmville to illustrate profiteering, praises local action to cap prices, and notes allied ship deliveries after German surrender. The piece frames gouging as a social vice and calls for fairness amid scarcity.
Health talks by John B Hurgr AM MD emphasize that tuberculosis spreads mainly through unsterilized sputum and requires intimate, prolonged contact. Officials condemn punitive sanatorium bans and stress knowledge to reduce phthisiphobia and cruelty toward sufferers.
Imogene and Andrew argue over a night stay and a promised reading of a book. The dialogue hints at guilt and secrecy as characters navigate trust and obligation. The passage then shifts to a genealogical note about inhabitants of Littl franconk Leland and Nova Scotia, mentioning the Levy surname and biblical connections.
Short tale recounts Professor Bullfrog teaching woodland animals to swim with a comic lesson on preparation. Animals including Mr Pox Mr Coon Mr Possum Mr Squirrel and Jim Crow attend as Bullfrog demonstrates steps to limber and dive. The reading emphasizes cooperation and following instruction.
Advertisement touts California syrup of figs as the best harmless laxative for children. Claims fruity taste, clear dosing directions, and urges mothers to choose the product with the word California on the package.
A pond tale follows Bullfrog’s class of animals failing to swim as Jim Crow mocks them from a tree. Fox and Coon persist and learn to swim, while others flee. the woods recount that Squirrel and Rabbit avoid water and Possum prefers death over swimming, with possum’s act of playing dead noted.
Iowa editors compare state and national coal efforts noting Iowa takes a ground floor role in a key proposition. They argue Governor Harding must translate rhetoric into action and warn that money is needed to make progress. Davenport Times comments on Fail resolution and Senate foreign relations committee actions.
The Little Gem Cafe shuts today due to the saxophonist not feeling well. Patrons are advised to depart the Reds and enjoy a quick, reed filled alternative.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast cure for indigestion and dyspepsia. It claims the tablets relieve stomach distress caused by acidity within moments after consumption and are inexpensive at drug stores.
An old-fashioned booster ad touts Dr King’s New Dis PCald as a proven remedy for cold cough grippe and croup. It claims the product has remained effective for over fifty years and costs $1.20 a bottle at druggists.
A fragmented clipping covers political questions on Mexican policy raised by Senator Lodge and President responsibility, plus a playful brain teaser about fair coin division from a desert roadside meal. The note features a puzzle answer involving arithmetic wordplay and a separate earlier teaser labeled No 247.
An 19th century ad touts Hamlin's Wizard Oil as a safe first aid for blood poisoning from minor cuts and scratches. It claims antiseptic effects, relief from pain and inflammation, and usefulness for sprains bruises burns bites and stings. Available from druggists for 30 cents with a money back guarantee. Also promotes Wizard Liver Whips at 30 cents for constipation and headaches.
An ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills to cleanse the system and improve bowel and liver function. It claims pills gently refresh digestion, support a healthy body, and are sold by druggists with a 254 Sulit reference.
The entries note a Michigan trend toward expensive lawsuits while Marshalltown highlights how farmers meet demands for food and water. The Sioux City Journal cites Michigan as a growing hub for costly legal actions, contrasting regional concerns.
In a fraternity circle Ted Atwater recalls his championship run and a pregame cold. Saunders notes Weeks Break-Up A Cold Tablets cured the cold by game day without calomel and a vegetable laxative is used instead. Doctors approve the product and druggists sell it for twenty five cents a box.
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