24 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1918
Page
1
A historical bulletin from health officials discusses influenza, its transmission challenges, and the limitations of masks and vaccines. It notes pneumonia as a common death cause, the difficulty of distinguishing influenza from bronchitis, and the lack of a proven preventive method. The report urges cautious practices for barbers, dentists, and hospital staff while acknowledging contradictory evidence on mask efficacy.
Fragmentary notes describe Spencer Boy on sick leave wearing a cross. Mentions of Marnie, Vein, Pittan, and Wise suggest locations or care sites. Specialist Shallenberger in teenie nerves and Waterlon clinic referenced amid scattered names and dates.
A fragmentary school story describes students facing fees and late duties as they prepare for exams and a school event. The text portrays tension over pay, protests, and the idea that one of the boys could become a future ambassador.
In Sieny City the industrial commissioner ruled on the case of John Newton and the Way Coal company. Norton, delivering a load for Lay company, was injured and sought compensation. The three arbitrators, including Commissioner Funk, awarded Norton compensation as an employee under a contract of service, though not under actual control of the employer at all times. The ruling clarifies that compensation can apply when continuous work under contract is present, even if the worker is not under direct supervision at every moment.
In Clinton Louisiana an 87 year old widow Ended her life by drowning driven by isolation. Her death was discovered southwest of Clinton where she lived with her son and daughter. Surviving family includes two daughters and a son.
Fragmentary text notes three divisions of the American army in France with Iowa troops and references depots and wartime movements. names and places are unclear due to OCR errors, but the core mention centers on Iowa reinforced divisions arriving overseas and related supply details.
A damaged OCR passage shows stray phrases and incomplete sentences about local matters. Names, dates, and places are unreadable, with unclear actions or outcomes. The text resembles a public notice or memorial context but lacks coherent details to identify entities or events.
Prohibition begins at midnight December 30 in Montana as a statewide test. The piece recalls frontier saloons, cowboys, barkees, gamblers, and the social fabric tied to early western towns. It notes saloons may shift to soft drinks or operate as eateries, with many bartenders retained and breweries planning new products.
The War Department releases a roster of 2,064 names categorized by killed in action died of wounds missing in action died of airplane accident died of disease and wounded. The list includes Lieut. Chester and many others from Iowa towns such as Des Moines Cedar Rapids Ames and Dubuque. Also notes Lake View milk shortage and a legislative committee audit of Panama Pacific funds.
Nee Maines. Dec. 24. Treut. J. McLaughlin of Sioux City has served as director of the United States Punkir Tpalih service. He has received notice of his muster from Iowa to Oklahoma, where he will aid official action in solving health problems. McLaughlin has met with considerable access in his work in Iowa. He went to Lions City Monday for a short visit before going south.
In Cedar Rapids a report notes trainmen engaged with law enforcement to curb illicit liquor traffic. Lieutenant Wlof and a state division official plan to coordinate with railroad authorities. Meanwhile a historical letter from 1914 recounts a family internment in Austrian camps during WWI, and a separate armed incident near Tome Tree ends with authorities investigating slaying attempts and bloodhound searches. Arbitration meetings progress between labor and management with appointed committees to draft an agreement.
A Grundy Center report notes multiple influenza deaths and illnesses among local families. The text records several fatalities including Mr and Mrs Noor, and references a household where siblings and a parent fell ill Sunday evening at the home of Myra LaLiberidge. The piece emphasizes ongoing spread despite precautions.
A fragmented notice reports a marriage at Holl and Grundy County linking Miss Dana Suitt to a Midland couple in Pleasant Valley. It also recalls Terigo, a former Third Kansas infantry officer, rejoining the service after brief civil life and training at Camp Gordon, Ga, seeking a commission.
Quer shows prominent January skies with Capella near the zenith and Taurus, Orion, Gemini and Sirius visible. The article explains star brightness, Sirius distance, and the binary nature of Sirius, along with Saturn rising with its rings. It notes Mercury’s near sunrise observation opportunities and discusses historical ring discoveries by Galileo, Huyghens, Maxwell, and Keeler. Also includes a local real estate transfer list.
The Newark News reports glass shortages hit Europe reconstruction with substitutes shown at Lyons and Paris fairs including translucent polymers, siloxide, and a mica article. A cheap option uses two paper sheets with waterproof varnish. a "vitro cellose" option resembles glass. In Kansas City, Charles Aherns, a 49 year old itinerant preacher, was convicted of failing to register for the draft after claiming he was born to preach. He argued jurors were earthly and not fit to judge a son of God, citing a Bible repeatedly.
An old advertisement touts Ulypto Ointment as fast relief for stiff joints muscle pain and rheumatic disorders. It claims cooling non mustard scent and eucalyptus essence with wide use from chest congestion to earache. Sold in 25 and 50 cent jars via MacMillan Chemical Co Falls City Nebraska and local druggists.
For fifty years Dr. King's New Discovery has built a reputation for producing positive results in relieving throat irritation from colds coughs grippe and bronchial attacks. The remedy is praised for prompt action pleasant taste and gratifying relief. Available at all druggists priced 60 cents and 1.20.
A historical note extols Sioan's Liniment for darts of sciatica neuritis lumbago and other pains. It highlights easy application rapid relief proven results cleanliness and affordability as reasons for its universal preference. Ce EET
A home made cough syrup combines Pinex with sugar syrup or honey to beat typical remedies. One pint provides quick relief by loosening phlegm and soothing irritated membranes, potentially helping bronchitis croup whooping cough and asthma. Purchase 2 1/2 ounces of Pinex from your druggist with directions and a money back guarantee from The Pinex Co Ft Wayne Ind.
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