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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1914
Page
5
Mary Lou cuts her hair and braids to imitate city styles, upsetting her grandmother who buys new dresses and shoes. The tale follows her schooling, country pleasures, and enduring affection from her grandparents, culminating in memories of a child transformed by fashion.
Seattle February 4 Williams Randolph Pearson reappeared in Justice Otis W. Brinker’s court to refute rumors about his foster mother Mrs Francis Siot Cliff of Vashon Island. The judge heard testimony from a former boyhood chum now serving as Port Townsend judge.
A Kansas City resident touts a home hair darkening mix using bay rum cinnamon and glycerine claiming it darkens gray hair and relieves dandruff. The article shifts to a legal case where attorney fees involve Mrs Scott Clifford and a sensational tale of an adopted son and star witness Mr Pearson whose voyage from stage performer to court participant is revealed.
Des Moines reports board of supervisors may ignore pension orders signed by Judge Hugh Brennan and cite him for contempt. Brennan vows to enforce all orders, warning a constitutional challenge to the widows' pension law amid a strained juvenile fund and escalating costs. The January pensions totaled 266 dollars, with projected annual costs and recent savings cited by different judges.
In Galesburg Alabama on February 4 armed deputies guarded the court as Robert Higgins faced a preliminary hearing for the murder of his wife. Prosecutors cited his alleged confession and that of his wife's 11 year old daughter Julia Jake as likely enough to bind him to a grand jury. Higgins remained taciturn despite his lawyers. Curious spectators packed the court room and courtyard during the proceedings.
Advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a cure for chronic constipation with claims of previous successes. The product is advertised as affordable at a quarter and available from all dealers.
Special report from Vinton notes Collins P. Emerson Jr. died from scalding injuries last Friday. Emerson served as sergeant in company G, Fifty-third infantry, and was chosen for Iowa's state rifle team at Camp Perry in 1918. The piece also announces Millard W. Jones purchasing a large stake in Sac City Canning Co. with plants at Sac City and Storm Lake, succeeding A. H. Ellis as manager of the Ellis family owned business. Jones has led Iowa and national canners groups.
Architect Y G Ralston and team work from the Syndicate building after a fire at the Russell Lamson site last week. Plans for a Westfield school are to be ready for bidder submission by February 24. Ralston also holds a contract for furnishing plans for a $43,000 Norwegian memorial home at Decorah Winneshiek county honoring the late Asa Haugan.
Five Voto women were fined 100 each by Judge Charles Donnelly for driving Mrs. Richard son out of the village by riding her on a rail. They were given three days to pay. jail time may follow if funds are not raised. Captain Emma Stadfeldt led the raid. the court condemned the act but spared the maximum penalty due to their sex.
Sugar beets will not be grown in the vicinity of Ketherville this coming season. The beet sugar factory does not desire to contract for them. Although quality has been excellent in the last two seasons, it has been a losing proposition for the company.
The Rev. Enry Mueter of the First Evangelical Lutheran church was rushed to Presbyterian hospital several days ago and underwent an appendectomy.
A miscellany blends medical advice with a Verdi tribute. An item touts Chamberlain's Tablets for stomach trouble and moral support, while a retrospective on Giuseppe Verdi highlights his birth near Parma, early education, La Scala debut, operas like Il Trovatore and Aida, and enduring arias. The piece also covers a court fight over mad‑ness verdicts in a manslaughter case tied to alcohol.
Des Moines and Council Bluffs debate the 1911 Des Moines killings by Dr H T D Kelly. Both sides notify the Iowa Supreme Court they will file for a rehearing to obtain a clearer decision.
An old advertisement touts Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap as fast cures for pimples, blackheads, rashes, ring worm, eczema and other skin troubles. It claims gentle, safe healing for all ages, with trials offered by mail from Department 2-M in Baltimore, Maryland.
Peter Berg of Chippewa Falls and Bertha Rhodes of Poley Wins., marry here using a common law contract drawn by attorney W. H. Stafford. Costs include recording 40 cents and health certificates priced at 20 to 38 dollars. The bride and groom choose the less costly route amid financial constraints.
The article asserts eczema is a skin diseaseTreating it through the skin with Meritor Eczema Remedy and urges immediate use. Red Cross Drug Co and Henderson Drug Co are listed as local agents for distribution.
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