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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1914

Page

2

Water loo Evening Courier And Waterloo Reporter Ad Note

Classified notice text describes publishing details, pricing and offices for the Waterloo papers. It lists Associated Press and Audit Bureau affiliations, circulation claims, rates, postal status, and advertising terms. Includes address 209 172 198 Wreat Park avenue and New York Philadelphia Chicago offices.

Waterloo Evening Courier Waterloo Reporter Associated Pres Mowber Audit Bureau of Circulations W.il Hantsan Company Wreat Park Avenue John C. Hartman AW. Peterson Soc’y Treas Gen Mer Sarah Ane Waterloo New York Philadelphia Chicago Masbrook, Slory & Irooks Mgrs

Counterfeiters in Waterloo Face Federal Penalties

The article argues counterfeiters undermine confidence and harm innocent people. It notes the need for vigilance, laments the impracticality of checking every coin, and emphasizes federal penalties and eventual capture for counterfeiters. It warns that clever forgers could choose honest work instead of risking freedom.

Waterloo

Defending the Square Deal in the Leo Frank Case

An overview argues the Frank case exposes prejudice in Georgia justice. It notes Frank's alleged crime as blamed on a mob atmosphere and laments a miscarriage of justice. The piece credits public opinion with influencing a U S Supreme Court appeal and calls for accountability in the state’s legal system.

United States Leo Frank Atlanta Frank C. P. Gounolly Collier's Weekly Georgia Mary Phagan Supreme Court of the United States Monay Tonyehere

Unnecessary Alarm Seen In Iowa Insurance Debate

Marshalltown editor notes that casualty insurance groups push fear of state takeover while stressing private ownership rights. Arguments center on workmen's compensation and whether the state should provide or require casualty insurance, with reassurance that citizens remain free to choose. A humorous aside mentions elephants valued in Tudta at about £500.

Marshalltown Times-Republican Iown Lfe Commis Boner Garst Iowa Garst Isling Europe

Great American Railroads Santa Fe's Continental Route Recited

A travelogue traces the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line from Chicago through Kansas City to New Mexico and Arizona, detailing scenery, freight history, and tourist draw as it winds toward California. It notes the line’s length, routes, and connections with other railroads, including Oklahoma and the Gulf region.

Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Topeka Santa Fe Arizona Grand Canyon Colorado River California San Francisco Chicago Kansas

Santa Fe Railway Dominates Scenic Main Line Across West

The Santa Fe railroad stands as a major U S line earning about $110 million yearly and costing over half a billion to build. It features deluxe trains with pools moving pictures and cabarets and runs through El Paso Los Angeles San Diego up to Oregon. The network highlights include the Mississippi river Kansas City Union Station and Emporia landmarks.

el Paso Los Angeles San Diego California Oregon Santa Fe Railroad United States Mississippi River Kansas City Union Station Bill White Walt Mason Emporia Warvey Pasadena

Reading Ends in Humility Before Great Minds

A reflective column argues that true culture comes from effortful reading and openness to classic authors like Homer Dante Shakespeare Goethe Wagner and Bacon. It notes a March 1 1879 issue reprinted by the editor with Woodbine market quotes and contrasts old prices with current values, praising producers while lamenting higher consumer costs.

Wagner Irving Wagner Jesus Bacon Woodbine

Iowa Issues Reflect Political Wrangles and Rail Deal Critique

Iowa newspapers discuss Clarke denying a third term claim, urging patience for term talk after a second term. Volumer's prohibition speech is cited, with a cynical remark about whose ox is gored. Cedar Falls notes a Rock Island stock collapse, calling it a major swindle involving creditors and financiers.

Marshalltown Clarke Loux Jte Davenport Volumer Congressional Record Althout New York Sun

Quarantine Tensions Rise Over Foot and Mouth in Iowa

Des Moines reports fear of renewed federal quarantine after Johnson county insurgency against cattle disease rules. Two new cases found near Williamsburg and Tipton prompt county action. Tipton suspends movement on infected farms and assigns an inspector. State Veterinarian Dr. J I Gibson warns violations may trigger nationwide quarantines while stressing efforts to prevent spread.

Des Moines Johnson County J. I. Gibson Federal Department Gibson State Department

State fights Johnson county resistance to quarantine

Dr Gibson warns that Johnson county residents may resist quarantine leading to renewed state action. The state health department plans to deploy men to Johnson county to persuade farmers to comply and avoid triggering another statewide quarantine.

Old Type Frenchwoman Returning to Passion

Paris women are changing their gait. A Paris correspondent notes that the modern Parisian is returning to her old tripping walk with a flat chest regaining its former lines. The revival may influence women worldwide as peace returns.

London Associated Press Paris France

Bromo Quinine Cold Remedy Ad Mentions Signature

An old advertisement promotes LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE as a cold remedy. It notes to look for the full name and the signature of B. W. Grove on the box, priced at 25 cents.

B. W. Grove

Persian Gulf Is Now Under British sway

London dispatch reports that after Basra capture and Kurna surrender Anglo Indian forces secure control over part of the Euphrates delta and Persian Gulf region. British influence grows as strategic railway aims to block German access to India and safeguard imperial interests. An advertisement announces a December 30 attention dance by Queen Lodge 948 F A M.

London Associated Press Huphrates Basra Kurna Persian Gulf Euphrates Delta Germany Bagdad Turkey Vienna Gulf India Asia Minor Britain Babylon

Chalmers Hall of Fame Closes with Last Inductee

The Chalmers trophy commission retires the Hall of Fame after five years of honoring the most valuable MLB players per season. The voting panel included sporting editors and writers from both leagues with Ben Mulford Jr. as chairman. Inductees listed include Ty Cobb Napoleon Lajoie Frank Schulte Tris Speaker Larry Doyle Walter Johnson Jake Cathers Eddie Collins Johnny Evers.

Hugh Chalmers Detroit Chalmers Ben Mulford, Jr Cincinnati Hall of Fame Ty Cobb Napoleon Lajoie Frank Schulte Tris Speaker Larry Doyle Walter Johnson Jake Cathert Eddie Collins Johnny Evers

Expenses of Newspapers Shown in Ink and Paper Costs

A look at newspaper economics explains why rates rise. The Boston Post cites ink and white paper bills, noting costs rose from $485,295 in ten months of 1909 to $1,071,118 in ten months of 1914, with monthly ink and paper exceeding $100,000 and daily outlay over $3,000. It questions who pays these expenses—the subscriber or the advertiser.

Boston Post the Post Post

Protect the Birds and Their Orchard Help

A plea argues birds defend trees by feasting on weed seeds and insects. It laments driving birds from fields and trees, noting sparrows grosbeaks redpolls and doves aid farmers while humans kill them for sport.

San Jose

Big Outlay for Steaks In Chicago Meat Market

Chicago reports a large purchase of sixteen million snimmals for human consumption, highlighting a substantial outlay in the meat trade.

Chicago

Keep Your Lungs Strong With Scott's Emulsion

Health advisory notes tuberculosis risk and the need for fresh air sun and rich blood. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as nourishment to strengthen lungs and boost energy, claiming it builds up forces without alcohol or drugs. Avoid substitutes. 63 Scott & Bowne Bloomfield, MI

United States Scott Scott & Bowne Bloomfield

Livestock at Union Stockyards Records

The Union stockyards report last year saw sales of 409,134,000 dollars in cash. Over the year 16,452,800 cattle and 257,701 carloads arrived, with weekly totals of 70,394 cattle 6354 calves 23006 hogs 183119 sheep and 1980 horses totaling 442,453 animals or 7832 carloads for 11,124,210 dollars.

Wold Union

Kitchener Backs Jewish Battalion Approval Amid Opposition

London December 22 Lord Kitchener has given consent to forming a Jewish battalion though Jewish leaders still oppose the movement. The report notes mixed support and ongoing debate within the community.

London Associated Preas Lord Kitchener

Jewish soldiers in British forces expanding across services

The text notes more than 6 000 Jews in the British army and shows Jewish presence in front line regiments such as the Black Watch and in the royal navy. It mentions casualties among Jewish soldiers and a broader trend of integration amid wartime recruitment.

Oid Black Watch Royal Navy

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