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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1918
Page
2
A fragmented report discusses newspaper advertising access and the role of private corporations in public services, alongside a political snapshot. It mentions Charles A. Rauersen entering the governorship race, GOP state leaders, and expected railroad legislation.
A call to join the Red Cross drive emphasizes instant societal value from contributing to nursing aid, disaster relief, and hospital support. The piece argues prosperity and war-time strain boost giving, highlights Iowa and Waterloo links, and notes New Orleans brewing industry shifts as broader economic context.
The readable fragments reference postwar sentiments, calls for peace, and cultural mentions such as bands and civic life. Mentions of France, Germany, and a desire for stability appear alongside glimpses of national mood, leadership, and the idea of a royal certificate.
An article outlines types of dandruff including dry and oily forms and crusted variants, their causes in sebaceous glands, and symptoms on scalp face and other hairy areas. It notes treatment aims to reduce secretion, keep bowels open, maintain cleanliness with baths and sulfur, limit fats, and encourage outdoor exercise.
Washington December 16. Senator Cummins outlines a plan for government ownership of railroads with private operation as a potential solution. He envisions regional private corporations, fixed rates, service competition, and government stock exchange for existing railroad securities. He would guarantee dividends up to 4 percent and seek open-minded debate on a new ownership model.
Side Talks argues that readers treasure author names as trademarks, not just titles. The piece urges tracking lesser writers as well as famous ones to enhance enjoyment of magazines and stories.
A palace story follows Princess Lina amid court schemes by her stepmother to advance Aida. A prince admires the kitchen love of Lina after a grand dinner, while a servant reveals Lina’s true identity. The prince departs with gratitude and a vow that alters royal plans. Also a Springfield obituary note of a mix-up in a burial list at Camp Zachary Taylor.
Senator Cummins argues for a combination of government and private ownership to settle the railroad question. He warns against fully government control due to lack of incentives and proposes eliminating unwarranted increments while ending wasteful competition and ensuring efficient service.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast remedy for colds. It claims the remedy clears nasal passages, stops runny nose, relieves headache and feverishness, and can shorten illness with doses every two hours, costing only a few cents at drug stores.
An advertisement extols Ulypto Ointment as a cure for rheumatic pain and inflammation promising instant relief without odor. It claims the eucalyptus essence formula relieves sore muscles joints back pain neuralgia and congestion. sold in jars at 25 or 50 cents by MacMillan Chemical Co Falls City Nebraska with several local druggists listed for availability.
An advertisement urges vigilance as influenza returns with cold weather. It promotes Hyomei inhalers to sterilize nasal and throat passages, claiming strong local use during the recent epidemic and promising immunity with daily use and purchasable oil refills.
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