Hints of Potato Praise and War Jokes In Waterloo Courier
A readable fragment from the Waterloo Evening Courier contains editorials praising the potato as a versatile food, noting its digestibility and potential to replace cereals. It also surveys wartime humor from German sources, Red Cross work, banking advocacy, and questions about von Bernstorff, with calls to join and support war relief efforts and the Red Cross.
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Waterloo
Iowa
Red Cross
Des Moines Register
Congress
Amos Ae
Pershing’s narrative frames US role in the great campaign
The Times lauds Pershing as a master organizer whose memoirs illuminate American efforts in France, detailing how the American armies, under his leadership, contributed to victory in the Argonne drive and the disruption of the enemy’s lines. It notes the influence of French and British training and equipment, while praising Pershing’s selection of capable lieutenants.
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New York Times
Per Shing
France
Ihief
Pershing
Argonne Forest
Petain
Haig
Marshal Mark
St Louis to Become Central Mail Center for Army Route
ST LOUIS Mo a serial mail service between Chicago St Louis and the southwest will start within weeks Joseph W Folk special counsel for the Chamber of Commerce says in Washington Postmaster General Burleson has the plan under consideration St Louis to be central repair point for planes operating from St Louis Initial leg between Chicago and St Louis then a route to Dallas and other southwest points
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ST. Louis
Chicago
Southwest
Joseph W. Folk
Chamber of Commerce
Washington
Folk
Anyiben
Burleson
Dallas
Tex
Good Listeners in Des Moines Cantal
Iowa editors describe good listeners as people who pay attention and gain knowledge through conversation. The piece lauds listeners for not talking over others, being well informed, and presenting themselves as interesting individuals.
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Des Moines Cantal
Ted
Chronic and Acute Myocarditis Health Overview
The article explains myocarditis as inflammation of heart muscle with acute and chronic forms. It lists causes such as scarlet fever, rheumatism, diphtheria, typhoid, smallpox, meningitis, pneumonia, influenza, and discusses symptoms like fever, chest pain, rapid weak pulse, breathing trouble, and possible sudden death. It notes chronic cases bring fatigue, breathlessness, irritability, memory issues, and arteriosclerosis, plus the need for medical supervision, diet care, and heart tonics.
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Irrrier
Currier
Courier
Asthea
Why Do Men Avoid Church and Listen More Than They Talk
Side Talks reflects on why men may skip church and how listening benefits individuals and communities. It contrasts talking over listening, cites anecdotes about impatience in groups, and invokes proverbs about silence and wisdom, noting timeless human tendencies to prefer telling stories over hearing them.
Clemenceau and Wilson Agree on Policy Plans
Paris December 16 Premier Clemenceau and President Wilson held a cordial meeting that produced a clear understanding of the president's forthcoming itinerary. They discussed the inter allied conference and peace congress, with preliminary talks on major international issues to be addressed. The president’s Italy trip is postponed to mid January as he meets political leaders and fronts inter allied matters.
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Italy
Paris
Clemenceau
Wilson
Egiang
Brussels
Albert
Belgium
Time shifts delay Italy visit and city briefs mix in report
The article notes the president’s time constraints push the planned Italy visit from December to mid January or later. It also includes a city brief with local items such as influenza cases, marriage license, club events, and residents visiting relatives, plus a stunt about a high chimney demolition in Omaha and various short notes from Waterloo and Parkersburg.
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Daly Exer
W. IL Bartman Cu
Penis West Park Ave
Youn G Hartman
W. Peterson Treas
Gent
Inside City
Aaverdss
It Bureau
Cirrutal
Wenber
Associated IR
Associated Press
Newy
Waterlos
Igwa
Tajedad Altoretues
Washington, D.C
Bide. KG
Dew New York
Phil
Italy
Uncle Sam to Dominate Era of Reconstruction Talk
W W Marsh spoke at the Weekly meeting of the sta tory club at Hotel Russell Lamson on nation building and the economy. He warned that foreign debt and shipping control would push the US into global wealth as the flag rises worldwide. He urged manufacturers to pursue export growth and urged Rotary and related groups to study reconstruction problems.
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Marsh
United States
France
Marek
Rotary Club
Remove Dandruff with Danderine, Easy Home Remedy
Small bottle of Danderine promises dandruff removal by rubbing into the scalp. Within mornings the scarf should disappear and itching or hair loss may stop after two or three applications. Advertisement offers inexpensive treatment at drug stores.
Claims transfer was not regular before jury trial today
Rouf is being tried before a jury of 12 in municipal court. The morning session covered jury selection. testimony began at 2 p.m. The plaintiff seeks $1,000 in damages for injuries she says occurred Sept 17 while rescuing a child from a runaway team, claimed to belong to a farm under defendants’ control.
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H. Mecay
Ceiver
Dart Motor
Sam D
Goepsch
Tractor Corporation
Pathona
Dart
perl@ Tractor corporation
Dart Motor Truck Company
Dart Motor Track Company
Dart Track & Tractor Corporation
Delaware
Frank Maher
Fort Dodge
When a Family Needs a Friend Ad Sarsaparilla Patent Remedy
An old advertisement promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla, Peptiron and Hood's Pills as a new family treatment to prevent illness after influenza and the grip. It claims the trio purifies the blood, builds strength and regulates the system, urging purchase from the local druggist today.
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Hood
Woman Injured While Rescuing Child Seeks Damages in Court
A personal injury case filed by Miler against defendants Moore and Moore A W Thamberlain Ed Hahn and John alleges damages after a woman was hurt while rescuing a child. The suit names multiple parties as defendants and seeks compensation for injuries and related losses.
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Elites Miler
Moore & Moore
A.W Thamberlain
Ed Hahn
John
Zemo Offers Quick Relief for Skin Irritations
When itching stops there is a safe dependable treatment that relieves itching and skin irritation instantly and cleanses and soothes the skin. Ask any druggist for a 25c or $1 bottle of zemo and apply as directed. Soon irritations pimples black heads eczema blotches ringworm disappear. A little zemo is all that is needed to banish eruptions and leave skin soft smooth and healthy. The E. W. Hope Co. Cleveland Ohio.
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E. W. Hope Co
Cleveland
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promises Gentle Child Cleansing
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe gentle laxative for children and adults. It warns about constipation causing irritability and lists symptoms such as coated tongue and stomach ache. Claims quick relief, urges using the genuine product made by the California Fig Syrup Company and to verify the bottle.
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California
California Syrup
California Fig Syrup Company
Wizard Oil and Liver Pills Promoted for Flu and Headache
An old newspaper fragment markets Wizard Oil for influenza defense using a nose and throat spray or gargle. It claims antiseptic protection against flu and advises chest cold prevention. The ad offers a 300 price and money back guarantee, plus Wizard Liver Pills for constipation and headaches.
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Dave
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L. H. Tate
M. I. Tate
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Waterloo Cemetery
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M. Wallace
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H. E. Weatherwax
G. R. Rohde
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Travelers’ Protective Association
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Spain
J. F. Simpson
Amy Ot
Cuba
Gel T. Sailes
Tampa
Mr. Marsh
Fia
Santiago
Rough Riders
Hi Caney
Washington, D. C
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