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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1927
Page
3
The piece discusses crime suppression and the Baumes law. It argues for strict enforcement of existing penalties, reform of court procedures, fewer legal technicalities, and revamping pardons and parole before resorting to life imprisonment for habitual felons. It notes public demand for protection and urges measured reform.
A Manhattanite wanders Brant Park and Madison Square and pities the scores of unemployed readers in Help Wanted and Lonley Hearts sections. He notes some are stubbornly out of work despite prosperity while others seek any available position amid assorted newspaper pages.
Congress adjourns for Christmas with no debates or quorum calls. In the first 15 days of the session 8,459 measures were introduced and 47 approved, an average over 500 daily. Lawmakers may rely on committee action to prune the volume and avoid gridlock across American cities.
A fragmented historical piece notes that early researchers and the public debated links between head size and intellect. It references Anatole Frater and claims myths about brain power and average able‑bodied labor capacity persisted amid evolving standards and questionable measurements.
Public health column discusses diphtheria toxin and antitoxin therapy, the Schick test for immunity, and the role of animal-derived antitoxin. It emphasizes parental consent, education, and the hope of vaccination to prevent fatal cases, recounting a dying child as a cautionary example.
A Wisconsin president warns students against dogmatism in science and urges openness to evidence. He cautions that treating early theories as final leads to dangerous self deception and moral danger in applying ideas like behaviorism to conduct.
Fragmentary text hints at a discussion of a person named Franca Vodoubtegh and a hypothesis about unusual talents. It suggests a contrast between destined roles and possible limited powers, implying selective development of capabilities in a past era.
An account describes Jehu Kemimer aiming to rob in New York and being shot four times by bandits. He died after attempts to send a message and identify suspects. The piece laments the thieves and vows to continue protecting the community.
A New York opinion piece rails at the Metropolitan Opera claque blasting applause as a costly, foreign dominated practice. It notes stars like Caruso engaging with such cheering while questioning its effect on genuine merit and performance.
Uncle Butter invites Uncle Wiggily to join a parade marking the Old Year ending at Midnight and the New Year beginning, with Mrs. Lengears and Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy present as plans unfold for music and festivity.
Abe Martin notes the Democratic party lacks reliance on its own members for income while Uncle Wiggily and friends seek music for a parade. Peetie’s fife is frozen by water, then thawed in a warm room, restoring the band as Jackie and Peetie prepare for the New Year procession.
Jerry rides with the chauffeur Frank Dewey as they discuss money and class while shopping in the city. The likable veteran explains being poor can be oddly freeing and Jerry grows close, yet she senses tension when Jack Tiffany appears and Dex Dexter’s visitor stirs intrigue for tomorrow’s events.
Ramon Coffman writes Uncle Rays Corner with a week of puzzles jokes and stories. Readers are invited to guess the family name of water skaters and enjoy humorous tales about Americans abroad and New York skyscrapers.
A compact column offering nature questions from readers and provided answers. It covers pink plant lice on peach trees, soil loosening for flower beds, and the purple martin’s true color, followed by an assortment of Q&A on teeth, plant extracts, bird migration patterns, and regional climate effects.
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