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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1919
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier discusses a wave of wood alcohol fatalities and questions whether the deaths stem from careless use or deliberate manipulation. It calls for harsh measures against those who adulterate or sell dangerous spirits and urges caution about denatured alcohol as well.
A fragmented note describes a 21 month old child reacting to an adult phrase and stares. The brief hints at mood and well being, with unclear context and minimal readable details.
Dr. John Huber explains that influenza immunity is limited and recurrent attacks common. He warns about contagious spread via direct and indirect contact and urges avoiding crowded places, proper hygiene, and public health measures such as spitting ordinances and cleanliness to curb transmission.
Mr Fox plans a scheme to deal with the Stoat family inside Mr Man's barn. Mr Possum and Mr Coon express reluctance to join a direct chase while Fox hints at a nonchasing ruse involving a big pair of black paint pant to thwart the Stoats.
Midnight Dyspepsia describes using Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets after meals to aid digestion, curb gas and morning biliousness, and restore appetite. The ad claims daily use promotes freedom to eat and is available in drug stores across the United States and Canada.
Questions on glacier melt rates plant root behavior rodent self-destruction and birds learning to sing are posed for tomorrow’s Nature Notes. The item includes cipher-like clues and travel distances mentioned for Joytown Pleasantville and Geerenstaing.
Imogene questions Andrew about life insurance as they discuss Ted Newton’s death and the financial impact on his widow. The dialog highlights concerns over policy amounts and the widow’s prospects, noting fashion and appearance as part of the conversation.
An old home-made cough syrup recipe claims to rapidly ease chest soreness loosen phlegm and stop throat tickle. By mixing 2½ ounces of Pinex with plain sugar syrup or molasses it makes a pint of cough syrup said to beat store bought versions in cost and effectiveness.
An advertisement questions why doctors recommend Camptholatum and promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for indigestion as easy to take and affordable at a quarter.
An old advertisement featuring a 6 foot lawyer compares Mayr's Wonderful Remedy to cure stomach and intestinal ailments. It asserts one dose proves its value and offers money back. The claim mentions relief from catarrhal mucus and inflammation addressing appendicitis symptoms and other digestive issues. Wangler Bros and Hansen & Hansen are named distributors.
Chronic indigestion sufferers report rapid relief after using Marlix. Jos J. Clark of Boston credits one bottle with relief after years of treatment. E W Meriwether of Guthrie praises lasting benefit as other remedies failed. Marlix sold by The Marlix Co. and local outlets in Waterloo at C J Miller and Wangler Bros. Co.
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