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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1923
Page
4
An editor argues the Burlington shopmen strike costs total well beyond wages, harming the public through delayed service and poor equipment. He condemns strikes as uncivil and costly, urging factual, fair dealings and square deals to avoid profitless conflicts.
In Valentine Nebraska a 22 year old schoolma am was fired by the school board for keeping company after hours with an 18 year old high school student, son of a state legislator. The board said the teacher was efficient but could not tolerate such companionship.
The letter argues no scandal exists but the board doubts education and sentiment should occur outside school hours. It notes the town favored the teacher while the board faced strong objections. The writer warns boards may investigate similar cases and suggests removing attractive young women from teaching to avoid temptation.
A critique on royal naming rules following the birth of King George V's grandson. The piece argues that the child, though a prince by matrilineal descent, cannot bear the title His Royal Highness, unlike a grandson born to the King's son. It advocates delaying H R H until proven merit and age, to reward achievement over lineage.
The Courier argues there is no imminent Turkey England war and no serious danger of such a clash. It notes the Turkish army currently holds a strategic edge and has driven Greek forces to cover, while warning the outcome remains uncertain and prophecy is impossible.
Dr Brady prescribes a hot mustard foot bath regime for acute respiratory infections, detailing patient setup under blankets, bath timing, and postcare. The column also answers reader questions on colds, children’s sleeves, fruit and milk pairing, and doctor patient confidentiality under Hippocratic oath and law.
Andrew feigns illness while Imogene nurses him with soup and fuss. She vows to doctor him with mustard foot baths turpentine and menthol, while he resists and longs for rest and quiet recovery.
A mixed item including a political piece on Turkey and Britain and a children’s fairy tale about Mrs Rabbit and her sleepy bunnies. The political note argues Britain could topple the Ottoman Empire, while the second part recounts Mr Moon-man and Miss Twilight as bedtime storytelling with rainclouds dimming candles in the sky.
A poem notes life’s sorrows yet portrays hope and faith as the singer of the Good Times Song. It highlights resilience when storms rise and people toil, with a sentiment that brighter days will come through faith in God. The piece references a bank editor lamenting paper shortages and notes about notes in the bank.
A bedtime tale describes Mr Moon Man and Miss Twilight dispersing mischievous rainclouds with Wind Witch’s help. Bunnies drift to sleep as the sky clears and the sun returns, promising gentle light for the morrow.
A puzzle item presents a multi millionaire's reply on income tax. He jokes that the amount paid to the Government multiplied by his days lived would equal 11 131 211 131, inviting readers to figure it out. Mentions include fragmented place names in a closing list.
A serialized drama reveals Sheila's dilemma as Phillip confronts jealousy and secrets with Susanne Jones. The exchange exposes love, sacrifice, and a planned divorce, while Tony Soper's urgent questions about Sheila's whereabouts hint at impending turmoil.
Readers inquire about stocking fish for lakes after removing species from the Mississippi. The column promises answers in tomorrow's Nature Notes noting wool fiber properties and the fastest creature, with general interest questions directed to the Nature Notes Dept.
Notes discuss bird behavior with species variation in aggression during courtship and nesting, and mention hummingbirds and wrens. It asks about angleworms vision, stating they lack eyes for images but may sense body movement. It also offers Washington geranium rooting advice with cutting, potting, and light guidance.
Abe notes that peace at any price is fine except between miners and operators. Sen. Couzens, the new Michigan senator, supports government ownership of railroads. The writer wonders whether a broader aid is possible.
A colorful advertisement proclaims women’s dye services for any garment or drapery including kimonas curtains sweaters coverings draperies gingham stockings and more with broad offerings across fabrics and clothing.
Diamond Dyes promises simple home dyeing for wool silk linen cotton or mixed fabrics. The ad claims predictable, streak free results and guarantees satisfaction with a message to tell your druggist the fabric type.
A skin specialist touts Mentho-Sulphur as the quickest cure for breakouts on face neck arms or body. The ad says pimples dry up and disappear, calling sulphur unmatched for pimples, harmless and inexpensive. It advises asking a druggist for Rowles Mentho-Sulphur and using it like cold cream.
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