German overtures test American resolve amid war talk
In what appears to be editorials from Waterloo papers, readers are urged to view German overtures to the United States as a test of resolve. The piece argues the U S must require Germany to restore submarine warfare to prior pledges, demanding only citizens rights and humane laws, with no concessions or surrender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
America
Altziniket
United States
Austria
Count Yarnowski
Jist
Minneapolis Journal
Zx Dificult
California
Vacant Lot Farming Campaign in Waterloo Urges Pride and Thrift
A wartime editorial urges Waterloo to activate vacant lots for farming to curb high food prices and reduce waste. It argues the project builds thrift, prepares the community, and supports unity, with backing from local garden clubs and residents. It links the cause to national preparedness and economic restraint amid looming global conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
United States
Stolary Club
Eyes on Wilson Shape of World Conflict Debate
The Springfield Republican surveys national mood as Washington leaders face danger and possible war. Foremost leader is the president whose firm stance seeks lasting peace under the conditions laid out to the world. Critics and papers discuss Germany's threats, naval warfare, and American restraint amid mounting tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Springeld
Mass
Washington
Cavil
Germany
Wwe
The Great Lincoln and American Reverence
Tributes to Lincoln flow from great minds and common citizens alike. The article notes his status as a national saint, the universal appeal to foreign-born citizens, and the timeless relevance of his words guiding America through national stress.
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Lincoln
Jesus
Lowell
Robert Ingersall
Outlook
Springfield
Jenin Wight
Washington
Amos
Onder
Iowa Editors On Roads Governors Urge Highway Progress
Iowa editors compare governors uses in seven neighboring states on highway policy with Governor Harding and Clarke. They note no calls to abolish highway commissions and emphasize continued federal aid. Political shifts and farmer influence loom as parties may adjust to nonpartisan leagues. In Sioux City Journal opinion mocks inaugural debate on Jefferson’s White House ride.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Nak
Harding
Clarke
Iowa Generall Assembly
Kansas
Aska
North Kota
Missouri
Weir
Towaree
Wnre
Trentie Aer
Clinton
United States
Political League of
North Dakota
Sioux City
Thomas Jefferson
White House
Just In Jest and Elusive Riches in a Hodgepodge Column
A Boston Transcript style collage lampoons politics and daily life with snippets about gunpowder plots, riches in stock markets, definitions, and patriotic speakings. It blends quips from Henry Watterson and others with humorous asides on potato races and odd possessions, reflecting a muddled editorial voice. President Wilson and neutral nations are touched as the water quote stirs debate.
Side Talks by Ruta Cameron
A fragment of a casual dialogue features Ruta Cameron discussing curiosity and knowledge. The Cynic challenges vague questions while references to sources and phrases spark reflections on learning and mindset. The piece comments on wanting to know origins and the gap between curiosity and effort.
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Ruta Cameron
The Witch's Mouse Charm Ends Royal Love Tale
In a divided household, Luceta toils for her cruel stepsister Zollo while the prince visits in disguise as a mouse. A witch grants charms to transform forms, sparking a forest chase and a lion’s roar. After Zollo steals the cat charm, magic backfires, revealing truth, and Luceta forgives. The prince becomes king and claims Luceta.
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Wickan
Juceta
Zolia
Zolla
Luceta
Zollo
Nima
Zolio
Tuteeta
Zello
Luceta A
Zovio
Zolta
Zola
Lucta
Danderine ad claims dandruff vanish after use
An advertisement promotes Danderine promising that dandruff and itching disappear after rubbing the scalp with the product. A 25 cent bottle is offered at drug stores and claimed to leave no dandruff or hair shedding after a few applications.
California Syrup of Figs advertised as child laxative
A vintage advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for sick children and adults. It claims to cleanse the bowels, relieve stomach discomfort, and restore playfulness, urging readers to buy the genuine 50 cent bottle and to beware counterfeits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
California Fig Syrup Company
The Rented House and a Palace Gifted to Zodo
The queen Zodo, now loved by Luceta, is rewarded by the King with a great lady title a palace and servants for herself and her mother ensuring a life of comfort. The remark closes with a note on a Chicago bank arranging a $5 million loan for three years secured by a tax in Peking.
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Europe
Yele
Cathay
Molly
Cynic
Manly
Zodo
Luceta
McMure Newscaser Syndicate
Chicago
Peking
Tiz the Foot Comfort Claim Promises Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts Tiz as magical for tired and aching feet. It claims acids and poisons are drawn out, reducing swelling, with lasting comfort, and urges readers to buy a 25 cent box from druggists or stores to end foot torture and wear smaller shoes.
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Hamlin
Abvare
Cadomene Tablets Touted By Nervous Elderly Pair
An advertisement letter from Hugh Kelsoe of Muskogee Oklahoma praises Cadomene Tablets as a tonic for nerves and insomnia. He notes his wife became calmer and both gained better sleep after using one tube, urging others to consider the product and enclosing a health book request.
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Stama
Hugh Kelsoe
E. Broadway
Muskogee
Okla
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promote Natural Liver Action
An old promotional notice claims Olive Tablets detoxify and purify with a purely vegetable mix. It markets Dr Edwards' tablets as a calomel substitute that cleanses the liver and bowels, improves skin tone, and offers quick, pleasing results at ten and twenty five cents per box from druggists.
Proper use of cocoanut oil for hair care
Caution against soaps and shampoos due to alkali. Advocates using refined pure cocoanut oil as a mild cleanser that creates rich lather with water, cleansing dust dirt dandruff and oil. Claims hair becomes soft fine silky bright and easy to manage. Coconut oil available cheaply at pharmacies and lasts months for the family.
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Aterloo Evening Courier
Associated Press
Ember Audit Bureau of Circulations
Esteo
Hy. Hartma Sesaiaa
West Park
Eas
John C. Hartman
Acw. Peterson
Treus
Gen. Mer. Pieee
Postoffice
F. G. Doughe
New York
Philadelphia
Brooks
Lincoin
Diplomis
Senator Kenyon
Naw
New York World
Hither Wolland
Denmark
Norway
England
Russia
Saloniki
Roumania
Louisville Courier Journal
al Westerner
Mexico
Topeka State Journal
the Great
Mary
Duincoln
Che Nk World
Niers
Boston
Transeript
Henry Watterson
Spud
Hades
North Pole
Marshalltown
Trowbole
Fathay
China
Sandman
Stitz
Sunkist
California Fruit Grewern Exchange
Chage
Farheg
McDermott Wangler Bros
Hansen & Hansen
Cal J. Miller
Ted Cross
Wenderson Drug Co
Simpson
Lanteral & Co
Swinneman Co
ALG
Wilford AL Burger & Son C. RB
Barelay & Son
Lytle Flour & Feed Co
Webberking Seed Co
Stroebel Music House
Alun
Wizard Oil Co
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