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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1923
Page
2
The piece argues that the last summer’s shopmen strike cost the railroad $3,000,000 and harmed public service. It criticizes strikes as harming the innocent, urges civilized resolution, and calls for transparent negotiations based on facts and fairness rather than force.
A 33 year old schoolmaam in Valentine Nebraska was fired by the school board after admitting she kept company with a high school student aged 16 after hours. The board said such conduct cannot be allowed. the student was related to a state legislator.
The article laments that the newborn prince, George VI's grandson, cannot bear the prefix H.R.H. because of royal naming customs. It notes his father is a viscount and discusses potential social limits, while praising his possible future brilliance and stressing individual merit over lineage.
The Courier weighs the likely status of the near east amid rising tensions between Turkey and England. It notes no imminent war between the two powers, but acknowledges Turkish forces hold a strategic edge and have driven Greek troops to ground while warning that initial war outcomes remain uncertain.
A column by Dr William Brady discusses a hot mustard foot bath as treatment for colds and respiratory infections with detailed nursing steps and cautions. It also covers dairy fruit pairings, the Hippocratic oath for doctors, and how to submit letters for medical answers.
A quarrel between Andrew and his wife Imogene unfolds as she insists on medical care and home remedies. Andrew resists, mocking doctor visits and strong medicines while she argues for care and attention, planning to summon the physician and tend him upstairs.
The analysis argues Turks lack of land force would doom them in a real war with Britain. It predicts no Ottoman empire or Turks remaining in Europe, with Constantinople becoming a British seaport. Ismet Pasha and Turkish leaders are said to know this yet bluff to gain leverage.
Mrs Rabbit tells her children a bedtime fairy tale about Miss Twilight and Moon-man. Rainy nights delay stars and candles, while Mr Moon-man arrives to clear clouds as the little bunnies listen. Moon-man meets Miss Twilight who laments rainclouds snuffing out the sky lights.
A fragmented verse piece by Frank L. Stagtan reflects on life’s sorrows and hopeful resilience as a character sings a Good Times Song despite troubles. The text also includes a clipped editorial aside about a paper shortage and political banking concerns.
A bedtime tale follows Mr Moon Man guiding clouds away and guiding Miss Twilight to place candles in the night sky while Wind Witch and Rainclonds retreat. The bunnies sleep as the sun awaits, and the sky clears for dawn.
An odd column titled Brain Tests quotes a multi millionaire dodging income tax questions. The man deflects on the amount paid and hints at personal figures. The fragment mentions unfamiliar names like Hebrides and Amos Sorrento with unclear context and dates.
In a tense confession, Phil reveals Sheila’s pride and Susanne Jones’s selfless devotion as powerful forces shaping their relationships. The trio debates sacrifice, trust, and the prospect of alimony while a looming phone call hints at a possible hotel escape.
Abe Martin comments on railway ownership and labor disputes. He notes miners and operators have conflict over prices. He mentions Senator Couzens in Michigan backing government ownership of railroads and hints at Cher as a stereotype about him.
Read about fish stocking advice and wool production questions from readers. The page invites inquiries on nature topics and promises answers in tomorrow's issue.
The article notes birds defend feeding areas with aggression during nesting and courtship. Hummingbirds, wrens, kingbirds, and swallows are mentioned as notably quarrelsome, while some species avoid interfering with food supplies. The piece also touches on worm vision and plant care tips for Washington geraniums.
An advertisement touts 15 cent Diamond Dyes for direct all-purpose hair coloring. It claims the dye works for women with or without prior experience, guarantees perfect dyeing, and assures no streaking, spotting, fading, or running on wool silk linen or mixtures.
A noted skin specialist promotes Mertho Sulphur as a quick remedy for pimples on face neck arms and body. It dries and clears acne fast and is inexpensive. The ad urges asking a druggist for a small jar of Mentho Sulphur with cold cream.
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