Panama Canal tolls spark Midwest caution and support
The Waterloo Evening Courier analyzes President Wilson’s stance on Panama Canal tolls. It notes midwestern skeptics of free tolls, concerns over treaty obligations, and a preference for upholding existing pacts while weighing national shipping policy. The piece references foreign relations, public reaction, and calls for congressional inquiry into copper and gunners strikes.
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Panama Canal
Wilson
Midwest
America
Great Britain
National Democratic
Procrastination in Black Hawk County Courts A Call for Swift Justice
The piece condemns delay in trials and praises Judge Pratt for pushing efficiency. It argues that procrastination by the legal bar harms litigants and public justice, noting the legislature granted a new court and taxpayers pay a heavy cost. It ends by questioning whether courts serve justice or justice serves the courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt
Black Hawk County
Villa's Grim Joke and Villa's Direct Command
The article notes General Villa's blunt method of enforcing orders, calling it refreshingly direct. Francisco I. Guzman, an original revolter against Madero, approached Villa with a plan to support Felix Diaz instead.
Expert Opinion versus Fact in Iowa Income Debate
Sioux City Tribune notes experts claim no family can live on 1100 dollars annually while others show households manage on similar sums. Council Bluffs Nonpareil comments on Democratic governor candidates needing sizable expense funds, mentioning Meredith and Wy Marsh.
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Sioux City Tribune
Council Bluffs
Meredith
Marsh
Ideas of a Plain Man, Mechanism and Progress
An extract arguing that technological advance alone does not define humanity. It asserts true progress lies in strengthening the spirit, reasoning, and moral order, warning that material progress can accompany vile ideas unless tempered by humane forces. The author questions reliance on devices like clocks or phonographs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Edison
Siak
Prosperity seen as too jumpy and uneven in times of plenty
The piece argues prosperity boosts mills and rail traffic while widening inequality. It notes more millionaires emerge, wages rise unevenly, and many workers fear price rises and job cuts. It laments top heavy gains and urges prosperity to help the bottom and provide secure old age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
International Order of
Editorial Snippets Highlight Political Rhetoric And Impromptu News
Reader picks involve a push for Waterloo entry, satire on a spoof coal mine story, and editorials from Monticello, Cedar Rapids, Webster City, and other Iowa papers. Topics include canal policy, treaty honor, Republican primaries, and Wilson’s ancestry as discussed by small newspapers.
Carlisle Sends Congratulatory Address to U S President
The British ambassador delivered a Carlisle municipal address at the White House praising a native son who has become president. The note expresses pride in the achievement and the connection between Carlisle and the national leadership.
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America
White House
Carlisle
United States
Moments of Fun and Irony Across 1920s Papers
A collage of quips from Chicago Record-Herald Cleveland Plain Dealer Atlanta Constitution Detroit Free Press and Houston Post lampooning politics currency reform pacifism and social scenes. The jokes revolve around a gun for a 13-year-old boy state conscience funds government honesty and societal pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dudgers
Chicago Record-Herald
Shopper Seeks Precise Curtain Scrim In Drabery Scene
Ruth Cameron recalls a shopper who insists on exact specs at a drapery counter. The clerk presents rolls of white and cream while the customer clarifies she wants pure white with a figure, not a yellow stripe. The exchange highlights how precise requests speed service.
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Enere
Yoses
J's
Shopper and Clerk Dicker Over Curtain Rolls at 50 Cents
A shopper criticizes the choices and delays the sale of curtain rolls, while the clerk finally shows options in the 35 cent range. The piece argues for clear requests to save time and effort, urging sympathy for shop workers. It ends with an ad note for Dr. R. J. Nestor in the Syndicate Building.
Nellie Melba Sings Scotch Ballads in Heart Songs
The biography notes Nellie Melba born in Melbourne rose to fame in Brussels and European capitals. Her American tours delighted audiences as she sang Robin Adair and Mary of Argyle. Her Scotch ballads remain favorites and appear in Heart Songs offered by this paper.
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Melbourne
Australia
Nellie Mitchell Melba
Mitchell
Paris
Brussels
Melva
Robin Adair
Mary of Argyle
Mary of
Argyle
Sick Children Bring Estranged Couple Together
Two ill children caused an estranged husband and wife to reunite yesterday. The wife had filed for divorce, but withdrew the suit as both parents agreed to stay together until the children recover. She plans a visit to Washington, then the couple will resume parental duties in Waterloo.
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Gether
Washington
West
Waterloo
Majestic Vaudeville Draws Busy Second Night
The Majestic hosts a full house for the current vaudeville program. The Sharracks with Anna Eva Fay stunt attract attention with talks about lost fortunes and love affairs. The bill also features Nighthawks underworld story, Two Carletons gymnastics, Miss Berkin violin solos, and the Emperor and Empress baboons. Manager Fenberg plans another amateur contest Wednesday with entries from C C Caston Buster Markle and Bell Boy quartette.
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Majestic
Sharracks
Anna Eva Fay
Mme. Sharrack
Nighthawks
Miss Berkin
Fenberg
Cc. C. Caston
Buster Markle
Bell Boy
Shady Grove Social Roundup February visits note
Shady Grove notes detail visits and calls from Cedar Falls Waterloo Du Hu ue Urbana Waverly and Tripoli. Geo Hilton Jr and Margaret Bruntskill were guests. Stuart and Josie Burrill guests. Bannell and Mount families hosted gatherings. assorted relatives and friends traveled for visits and dinners.
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Shady Grove
Geo. Hilton, Jr
Cedar Falls
B. Bunnell
Waterloo
Lewis Conry
Dan Peck
Margaret Bruntskill
du Huque
Margaret Hilton
Mr. Stuart
Sanford Stuart
Hillions Learn of Modern Musterole Ointment
Mustard plasters of old caused sharp stings and blisters but provided quick relief. Modern science blends mustard with other ingredients into a promising new ointment touted for rapid, powerful healing.
Musterole Uses Fast Relief Without Plaster Or Blister
An advertisement touts MUSTEROLE as a modern alternative to mustard plasters. It promises quick relief by applying the salve directly, eliminating the need for a plaster and avoiding blisters.
Masterole relief for sore throat and congestion advertised
The ad promotes Masterole as instant relief for sore throat bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia headache and more. It lists prices 25c 5c jars and $2.50 hospital size, urges order by mail if unavailable and includes a testimonial from O A King Mishawaka Indiana.
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Masterole
Musterole Company
Cleveland
Ohio
O. A. King
Mishawaka
Ind
What 10 Dollars Did for This Woman
Danville Virginia woman Mrs Matte Haury reports pain relief and improved sleep after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills. She endorses the remedy as a long standing tonic for female troubles and invites others to write for confidential advice from the Pinkham company.
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Danville
Lydia E. Finkham
Matte Haury
Colquhone Street
Lydia E. Pinkham
Members of the 8. G. N. club host turkey dinner guests
The 8. G. N. club members entertained with a turkey dinner Thursday. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Schaible of Waterloo and Mrs. Josie Burrell of Urbana. The next meeting is set with Mrs. Bert Ham on February 26. Peter Sullivan visited Shady Grove friends Saturday. James Flynn of Leroy, Minnesota, visits at the Will Huck home. Harry Tilton plans to move his family Tuesday to a farm south of Waterley rented for the coming season.
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8. G. N. Club
J. P. Schaible
Waterloo
Josie Burrell
Urbana
Bert Ham
Peter Sullivan
Shady Grove
James Flynn
Leroy, Minn
Will Huck
Harry Tilton
Waterley
Local Names Listed for License Proceedings
Roy A. Steely of Dunkerton and Laura Mae Mueller of Waterloo are named along with Stephen EF Mullany of Wileno and Genevieve Fitzpatrick of Waterloo in license related records dated the 27th. The sparse entry lists individuals tied to the license actions without further details or outcomes.
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Roy A. Steely
Dunkerton
Laura Mae Mueller
Waterloo
Stephen EF. Mullany
Wileno
Genevieve Fitzpatrick
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Faterloo Evening Courier
EWA W. W. Hartmay Company
Epidem Park Avene
Manthcan
Kaitos
Paresson, Sec'y-Treas
Gen. Mgr
Tribune Building
Alfred B. Lukens
Tribune Huilding
A.W. Allen
Evening Courier
Br Carrier
Br Mail
Couriee
Europe
Trafalgar Building
Northumberland Arcane
American Express
Haymarket
Dawe's Steamship
Greco Street
Boulevard Des Capucizes
American Express Office
Ibe
Berlin
Unter Des Linden
Bt. Petersburg
Nevsky Prospekt
Carranza
Villa
Guz
Mexico
Congressional Investigating Committee
Michigan
Colorado
Champ Clark
Mr. Clark
Spirit OF the Iowa Press
DR. Frank Crane
Nero
Knoxville Journal
Tod
Monticello Express
Cedar Rapids
Leeds
England
Chicago
Mississippi
Iowa
Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Cummins
Beis
Fremer County
Iis
Haiti
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Atlanta Constitution
Detroit Free Press
Houston Post
Ruth Cameron
DR. Pierce
Pierce
Dr. R. J. Nestor
Syndicate
Suit
Plantista
Union
Josie Burrill
Kenny Familties
B. Peters
James Twaits
Eagle Center
E. Seeman
Waverly
Tripoli
J. Kies
Guy Bunce
Wisconsin
A. D. Mount
Grace Bunnell
Hillions
F. H. Latier
Lafayette Street
Fourth Street
Lafayette Building
4Th St
Lydia Epinkham
Plantisia
Ls.bazardreactice
Black Hawk Bank
E. H. Knittle
Nat
Bane
Dr. C. A. Waterbury
F. C. Liffring
DE. Gerrit J. Bennett
West Fourth
Elmwood and Western
Ralston Architect
DR. Bodwell
CG. D. Pedersen
Joan
Consolidated Phone
Jefferson Treet
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