Wilson Eyes World War I Dispatches From France to Paris
The piece contemplates President Wilson viewing the Allied war effort firsthand, predicting how his impressions from the scene in France may shape his stance at the upcoming conference. It notes possible shifts in how he or others perceive justice as the wrecks of France and Belgium are seen. The article contrasts Wilson’s views before and after seeing the devastation and meeting with leaders like Lloyd George and Clemenceau.
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Terence
Germany
Wilson
Jbeadquarters
Lloyd George
C Clemenceau
Orlando
Pershing
Ford
Haig
Lee
Washington
France
Belgium
Pris
Misa E. H
Currier
Nickel fares and public utilities in transit shocks
The Des Moines street railway receiver case highlights ongoing strains in fare policy and municipal ownership. The piece contrasts nickel fares with rising costs, notes federal policy debates, and critiques public tolerance for public utilities amid price hikes and funding shortfalls.
Adequate Wages for Teachers Promoted by Movnes
Jowa editors argue for higher teacher salaries as the new legislature meets in January. They contend teachers shape youth and that Iowa can afford competitive pay to attract capable women to the profession.
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Movnes
Towa
Fifty Years Ago In The Courier
Fifty years ago in The Courier from Thursday December 17 reports a Cedar Falls wedding Bradford Couch death in Waverly and a boat of local notes. It notes Mrs. Mary McWarland daughter of T W Woolson as spouse of Peter Melendy at Mt Pleasant and comments on local politics and church progress. The Cedar Falls Gazette lauds Mr Couch and mentions A G Hastie as tobacco inspector. The Dubuque bridge project and the Episcopal church steeple update conclude the item.
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Thor
I. C. McClintock
Mt. Pleasant
Peter Melendy
Cedar Falls
Mary
McWarland
T. W. Woolson
Free Speech Right to Be Defense of Berger and Quartet
La Porte City boasts a schoolhouse described as a wooden two story 80 by 40 foot structure with Captain Rood as principal and Miss Bussard as assistant. The town has a population around 100 and reports brisk sleighing with roads good for market routes and sleigh parties along a Waterloo to Des Moines trail.
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Berger
Quartet
la Porte City
Rood. McQuilkin
Miss Bussard
District court to close case against Berger Socialist leaders
Chicago dispatch reports government counsel closing their case against Congressman-elect Victor Berger of Milwaukee and four Socialist leaders on espionage act charges. Defense seeks dismissal if indictments prove insufficient. if denied, they will present their defense next. The file also covers local fare and seasonal notices.
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Chicago
Victor L. Berger
Milwaukee
Union Mill Company
Iis
United States
Sleigh Ride Draws 200 From First Baptist Church
Cedar River ice runs 12 inches thick as a Cedar Falls area fire devastates Janesville, a town north of the city. An estimated 45,000 tons of harvest storage is planned, with losses around $15,000.
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First Baptist Shurch
James Chapin
Ian
Cedar River
Janesville
Cedar Falls
Waterloo news: chamber of commerce formed and local injuries
In Waterloo a Chamber of Commerce is now an assured fact with aims similar to the Board of Trade. Also noted are property sales on Fourth Street West to Charles Lawson and an accident in Traer where Arthur Towne suffered a fractured arm after being squeezed by a cow.
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HH. Hartman Co
West Ave
Yebn UC
Hartman
Treas
Audit _ Bureau of Circui NENTER
P_ ASSOCIATED PREAS
Associated Preas
Specia
Waterloo
Iowa
Copy Ag
Atas
Jureau
Munses Aee Dougharie
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Storr, Brooks & Finley
Hepa
J. RB. Clawson
Fis
Fourth Street West
Charles Lawson
Chamber of Commerce
Arthur Towne
Wile Kant Holland
Traer
Hae
Triennial Horse Sale Nears End in Chicago
Dealers say three annual Chicago horse sales are feasible as war winds down. The current sale offers 400 horses and closes Friday with top prices including Hat Day at 2.01 for a yearling trotter and Ital Tay gold selling for 2,550. Regulators tout tax savings of about 4 million dollars for Illinois taxpayers.
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Cedar Rapids
United States
Cedar Rapid
Supreme Court
Judee
Blair
Waterloo
Chicago
Der
Hat Day
Adversien
Bya Bingham
Ital Tay
Cuckoo clocks undergo naturalization in wartime
In Vincennes Indiana jeweler Jona C Wagner stops a German made cuckoo clock during World War I to “naturalize” the bird. He resumes the clock after the process with the bird whistling Bob White as friends watch.
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Vincennes
Ind
United States
Jona C. Wagner
Germany
Bob White
Wagner
Inflammation of the tongue and related mouth disorders
The article discusses glossitis and tongue inflammation caused by injuries, hot food, chemicals, or infections. It notes symptoms like a yellow tongue coating, bad breath, fever, and possible abscess, plus treatment ideas including antiseptic mouthwashes, rest, gentle food, cold applications, and medical care for serious or malignant cases.
Only American Leads Parade in Small French Town
Lieut. Lee Shillinglaw formerly of Waterloo, now with an engineers regiment in France, describes being the sole American in Sandes near Bordeaux when the armistice was signed. French crowds forced him to lead a parade through the streets as cheers and excitement ran high. He notes continued duty and uncertain muster out dates despite reduced work after the armistice.
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Lee Shillinglaw
Waterloo
France
W. R. Law
Shillinglaw
Sandes
Bordeaux
Lieut
Lttle
Burlington Kisser Beaten Off by One Woman
In Burlington Iowa on December 18 a man known as the Central avenue kisser attacked Miss Mary Lemberger on her way to work. She fought him off with extraordinary effort, marking his fourth reported appearance. No other bystanders were nearby to help.
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Burlington
Central Avenue
Mary Lemberger
American Divisions Guard Coblenz Bridgehead Reported
Unofficial reports say Ebert Haaxe government asked allies to occupy Berlin. Distribution shows Second, 62nd and First American Divisions in Coblenz bridgehead with lines along the Rhine and Lahn rivers and Montabaur region. James R. Mann announces candidacy for speaker as Republicans seek control.
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Paria
Havas
Matin
Ebert- Haaxe
Berlin
Prean
Coblenz
Rhine
Henningen
Hedesdorf
Brietscheid
Herschbach
Dhru’ Alsbach
Sayn
Wy Ine Assumasu Onco
Washington, D. C
Bee
James R. Mann
Winds
House
Karlsbad Seeks Recognition as Independent Republic
The Cologne Gazette cites Vienna dispatches that Karlsbad’s town council asked President Wilson to recognize Karlsbad as an independent republic under American supremacy. The Polish government reportedly stands ready to join a military and political alliance with the entente nations.
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Karlsbad
Copenhagen
Cologne
Vienna
Wilson
Poles Propose Treaty Linking Poland and Neighbors
The National Zeitung of Basel reports Polish government proposals for a treaty among Poland Bohemia and Jugoslavia. Grabski National Democrat leads a convention plan including military railway and commercial accords to bind the new states to Entente powers. The piece notes Lutheran Lutheranism Anglican Episcopalian and Catholic tendencies in Europe.
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Washington, D. C
Poland
Bohemia
Jurgo-Slavia
National Zeitung
Basel
Grabski
More Units Overseas Named by Pershing to Return to U S
Washington D C Detachment 18 additional units overseas including about 1500 officers and men signed by Gen Pershing for early convoy home were announced by the war department today for return. The units listed include the 25th 149th 158th 173rd and 801st aero squadron companies A and B 26th engineers 102nd and 111th trench mortar batteries headquarters 39th brigade coastal artillery.
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Washington, D. C
Pershing
War Department
39Th Brigade Coast Alery
Delirious Flu Patient Dies After Jump From Window
Chicago December 18. Mrs. Mary Garich of 4047 Clifton Avenue died at home yesterday from injuries after jumping from a second story window. Relatives say she had been suffering from influenza.
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Chicago
Mary Garich
Clifton Avenue
Garich
Tragic Fall From Window Leaves Woman Dead
A delirious woman, left alone, jumped from a window and died after being carried back into the house. Authorities report the incident as a fatal fall with unclear timing and circumstances.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted for Postflu Remedy
An 19th century advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla aids recovery after influenza and grip by cleansing poisons from blood, improving pallor and strength. It touts nearly fifty years of success and highlights Hood's Pills as a gentle cathartic for all ages and conditions.
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Hood
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Advertises Digestive Relief
An old ad promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets to relieve indigestion by supplying missing digestive juices. It advises taking a tablet after meals and before bed to improve digestion and reduce fear of meals.
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Stuart
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