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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1912
Page
2
Taft favors an international inquiry into rising living costs arguing the issue is global. The Waterloo Courier says a detailed international study could reveal causes beyond tariffs and trusts and guide citizens toward thrift and better living. A Honolulu wireless interception shows rapid information spread.
W J Park Illinois Central executive argues in Employes' Magazine for reclaiming seventy five million acres of swampland not cultivated due to borders and neglect. He urges federal oversight of interstate drainage, a National Drainage Congress in New Orleans, and a public movement to make land habitable and productive for all citizens.
President Taft urges Congress to back an international study of the high cost of living. He notes U.S. commissions found global increases and argues that remedies must extend beyond national borders. The discussion follows earlier congressional work on the issue.
Iowa papers weigh in on Theodore Roosevelt and Taft with hints of split sentiment. Des Moines notes Cary ely in the third term aim. Mason City sees Oklahoma break toward Teddy but not Taft. Webster City lauds Cummins while wary of a presidential handout.
An illiterate English man back from the United States is quoted describing the country and people with garbled phrases. The piece notes his confusion, a harsh exchange about speech, and a mention of reactions to singing a verse.
A fragment from a 19th century style piece recalls an Alabama preacher famed for stern sermons and plain talk. A rugged old man, remembered for denouncing sin and direct prayers, watches young worshippers at an altar and questions their penitence while noting their unwashed scents.
The Dubuque Telegraph Herald explains the new tax on moneys and credits standardizes at five mills on actual valuation with offsets for debts. It defines moneyed capital and outlines how banks and notes are taxed under the statute, noting constitutional considerations and varying interpretations.
Real estate transfers list multiple parcels across Cedar Falls Waterloo Greenfield Dunkerton and Manson with buyers including Peter H Rasmussen Dietrick Albert Illich Perry Belangee and George Fisher. Prices range from $1 to $8 000 and involve lots blocks additions and tracts in several townships and cities.
A reader argues against passive hope and postponement. Instead one should actively seek change, citing a business example of a man who refused to wait for luck, saying he always had to go out and turn things up. The piece urges transforming dissatisfaction into decisive action to achieve progress.
Cedar Rapids Gazette calls for citizen action to save Niagara Falls from unchecked industrial use of water for electricity. It condemns commercial vandalism and urges lawmakers to oppose unlimited exploitation to preserve the natural wonder and beauty.
The funeral for Rev. H. H. Fatrail editor of the Iowa Methodist was held today in Iowa City after he slashed his throat at home last Wednesday. Survived by widow and children Clarence Fairall Harold Fairall and Mrs. W. J. Barringer, the service drew officials from the Upper Iowa conference including Dr. BE. 1. Gruwell and Dr. B. J. Lockwood.
In Des Moines on February 5, E. J. Waltzer faced trial on charges of stealing a bag of gold from the cellar of his father in law Danial Reardon last November. Prosecution cites unusual prosperity before the discovery. Waltzer insists on his innocence as police and grand jury involved.
Ex senator Frank J. Cannon speaks on The Modern Mormon Kingdom at First M E Church February 7. Tickets available at Miller's Drug Store.
Frank Gotch world's champion wrestler defeated Melvin Plestina Austrian champion twice in thirty minutes at the Illinois Athletic Club Chicago. First fall after fifteen minutes thirty three seconds, second in six minutes nine seconds. Matchmaker Joe Coffey said Plestina earned a future match with Yusuf Mahmout.
The Chicago Tribune notes how facial hair such as beards and mustaches is used to convey benevolence, authority, or menace. It cites examples from history, suggesting a cultivated beard can symbolize scholarship and strength while stark contrasts like the Kaiser’s upturned mustache imply empire endurance.
In Canton on February 5, about 14 000 women sought entry to Sunday’s sermon for women, 8000 reached the service amid chaos. Police and ushers were overwhelmed as doors jammed, hats and fur sets damaged, and several officials were dragged or struck by the frenzied crowd.
News from Minneapolis reports Dr William B Riley pastor of the First Baptist church has been granted a two months vacation from April 1 to go to London for Spurgeon tabernacle and pastors college conference with Dr Dixon. He will then engage in England Scotland and Ireland before accompanying Mrs Riley to the continent. Prior to leaving he will conduct revival campaigns at Duluth Minnesota and Atlanta Georgia.
The Albuquerque Journal of January 30 reports the advancement of Harry Byrnes, son of James Byrnes of this city, in the Harvey service. He is listed as 50n in the recent promotion.
Harry Byrnes, cashier at the Alvarado for two years, is promoted to traveling auditor of the Fred Harvey system with probable headquarters at Amarillo, Texas. His jurisdiction will cover the Panhandle by Texas, from Reli e to Cleburne, Texas. Samuel Smith of New York will succeed Byrnes as cashier of the Alvarado.
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