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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1914
Page
8
Jack encounters a goblin who recalls a moonlit voyage to the moon where briefly captured by witches. The goblin describes climbing the moon, meeting old witches, and being pressed into dusting clouds and stars for a spellbound life. Copyright 1914 McClure Syndicate. Tomorrow’s Stars The Spotted Mouse.
Nashua Iowa December 23 Residents filled the council chamber as a vote on legalized saloons concluded in favor of continuing banquer stores by four to one. Also reported were three accidents including a child injuring eye with scissors and a choking incident from candy as Ralph Demro and family endured a perilous moment. Harold Smith suffered a notable eye injury after a basketball collision.
Mr and Mrs Frank Beck of Sunnyside avenue receive from their son P H Beck of Grand Bay Alabama a generous consignment of quinces Satuma oranges and pecans all grown nearby The quinces are exceptionally large nearly the size of a Rocky Ford melon The Courier and Reporter also thanks Pete for a special Mobile Item edition on Saturna day highlighting Grand Bay Mobile as a notable fruit country development in recent years.
Washington dispatches say Zapata forces attacked Carranza on the Vera Cruz to isthmus line near Soledad, capturing the town and derailing a train momentarily. Carranza and his party were uninjured, with plans to proceed to Cordoba to inspect troops before continuing toward Merida.
Los Angeles judge grants Lloyd case a divorce on cross-complaint for desertion amid public scandal. The court minimizes indiscretions by Mrs. Alice Nease and George Gregory, noting only a sharp remark about Gregory while allowing the husband relief.
Article touts Scott’s Emulsion as a proven remedy for bronchial coughs and bronchitis. Emphasizes its forty years of use, claims it drives out the cold, eases coughing, aids healing of inflamed membranes, and builds strength while relieving distress. Walcott & Bowne promotes the product.
Officers were surprised after midnight as Mr Greg ory testified he went at Mrs Nease request to discuss divorce. He avoided venturing outside while Nease Kimmel and others watched, fearing consequences. The piece notes a courtly dispute amid a town scene with theatrical advertisements following.
Trustees voted to start regular services this Sunday at 9 o clock and to lease the G A R hall on Commercial street as a temporary place of worship.
A Waterloo audience will hear Helen Keller speak in person, marking a notable appearance by the famed author and advocate. Her visit promises inspiration and a discussion of her work and ideas addressing education, disability rights, and social progress.
A classified-style notice urges seeking the Neal Treatment to remove poisons from the system, restore appetite and sleep, and normalize conditions. It cites judges and lawyers in Des Moines and other cities as endorsers and provides contact details for the Neal Institute and C. B. Collins. The ad emphasizes professional support from lawyers in addressing drink and drug issues.
The article notes a public lecture in Waterloo on February 3 by Helen Keller, who is blind from birth and deaf and dumb from infancy. Accompanied by lifelong associate Mrs Macey Sullivan, Keller shares her life story with optimism and cheer. The piece also mentions an essay contest in Waterloo public schools themed Who Discovered the Worth Pole, awarding prizes including Dr Cook's My Attainment of the Pole and theatre tickets, with Clarence E Peterson winning the grand prize.
Mrs Gordon Jessup of Fayetteville North Carolina praises Vinol a cod liver and iron tonic for a delicate child. She reports improved appetite gain in weight and overall health after using Vinol and urges other mothers to try it. The advertisement notes Vinol as a flavorful tonic that builds appetite aids digestion and promotes healthy blood with druggists Wangler Bros Co Waterjoa selling it.
An old advertisement claims Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy darkens gray hair naturally and evenly in a few applications. Itpromotes a youthful appearance, stops dandruff and hair loss, and is sold for 50 cents at local drugstores via H W Taggart.
An eighth grade student, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. E B. Peterson of Sans Souci Park, delivered a strong essay at a Christmas program held in the college building. The event divided students into odd and even row-number classes, with three stunts per side and judges awarding points. The odds won 109 to 0, a flag was awarded, and the olds planned further activities this morning.
A fragment describes a procession through a school room to boost the morale of losers by displaying a banner at the rear. The wording is unclear but indicates a spirited display amid a defeat context. No additional people or organizations are identifiable from the readable text.
Cato Sells, former Vinton native and Waterloo figure now head of Indian affairs in Washington, sends a Courier and Reporter Christmas card with a message authored by Mrs. Bells. The verse urges peace and goodwill between peoples, praising the idea of a council lodge and a pipe of peace. The card ends with a jab about Imam cigars at the Hub.
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