1000 Strong AIN for Legion Role Campaign
A Becker-Chapman American Legion post plans to enroll 1000 members at a city hall meeting Thursday evening February 12 led by Post Commander George Weilein. Ex servicemen urged to attend as committees outline plans to build modern clubrooms and broaden city influence through a 100 percent membership drive.
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Becker-Chapman Post
American Legion
George Weilein
Focal Post
Becket-Chapman Post
For Sale 4d Appears in Courier Ad Section
A brief Courier item notes a silent but effective salesman, listing four for sale items labeled 4d. The short blurb hints at a small classified sale moment, suggesting a promotional tone without naming buyers or locations.
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The
Courier
Davenport Teachers Demand 50 Percent Pay Increase
Public school teachers from Davenport Iowa representing high and middle and grade schools met at the high school to vote for a salary raise. They will petition the board of education for roughly a 50 percent increase over current pay and present demands at the next board meeting. They seek the raise with the fall semester opening and an additional substantial raise to take effect immediately.
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Davenport
Board of Education
Waterloo made signs to name streets for outlying districts
Waterloo to install wooden street signs made locally to replace faded markers in outer and residential areas. The first sign is ready, funded by a local sign painter at about 50 cents each, far cheaper than metal. Signs will go on poles or existing standards, with business districts excluded.
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Woman's Club
Advertising is NEWS in Mason City and Clear Lake
Residents have learned that reinforced concrete does not guarantee a smooth winter road. At least two cars became stuck on the road between Mason City and the lake this week, one for two hours before it could be freed and turned around.
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Mason Way
Feo
MasonsCity
Clear Lake
Mason City
How Recognize A Case of Flue Uncle Sam MD
A dialect style description outlines influenza symptoms including abrupt illness, weakness, pains in head back and abdomen, dizziness, fever 100 to 104 Fahrenheit, and a pale look with bloodshot eyes. It presents general signs and patient appearance to aid recognition.
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Uncle Sam
M.D
Secret of Facial Beauty Promises Quick Skin Change
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a quick remedy for pimples blotches liver spots and skin eruptions. It claims the body expels impurities through the skin when provided with Calcium Sulphide, urging readers to buy a 4 50 cent box at drug stores.
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Stuart
Influenza Outbreaks Include Intestinal Type Cases
Editorial notes that congested breathing and nasal discharge mark influenza signs though some patients appear very ill. The recent epidemic shows many cases with intestinal symptoms. fever lasts three to four days, and deaths, though typically low, can be numerous in severe outbreaks.
Marmola Prescription Tablets Promise Quick Fat Loss
Advert warns that many overfat people slim down by Marmola tablets, claiming doctors endorse them. It urges readers to visit a druggist or write to Marmola Co to buy a large case for $1, claiming losses of two to four pounds weekly without exercise or dieting.
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Woodward Ave
Detroit
Exchange Rate Up As Canadian Currency Strengthens
Banks reduce or raise charges on Canadian currency as exchange rates climb. Report notes the higher rate now influences how Canadians and investors handle funds through banks. Details mention a swing from a previous rate to the new level and imply wider financial implications.
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Canadian Exchange
Mrs Link Critically Ill After Cerebral Hemorrhage
Mrs W KH Link of 619 South Street has been in critical condition at Presbyterian hospital for over a week after a cerebral hemorrhage and subsequent paralysis. Her son Jommet Link was summoned from Milwaukee in the last days and remains in Waterloo. Mrs Link is active in Central Christian church work and is well known in the community.
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Link
W. KH. Link
South Street
Presbyterian Hospital
Jommet Link
Milwaukee
Wis
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