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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1911
Page
2
A partial OCR fragment describes post position entry at Waterless, Iowa with remarks on circulation of the paper, advertising rates, and changes to rates. The text is garbled and lacks clear names or dates.
The McCall bill granting a Canadian reciprocity pact sparks party fault lines as most Iowa Republicans oppose and Senator Cummins weighs blocking a Senate vote. The piece argues for broadening markets, noting Canada’s potential impact on Iowa corn hogs and horses, while questioning progressive leadership and New Deal era policy.
The piece argues Iowa must urbanize to expand rural markets and attract labor, praising Waterloo as leading by example. It notes trainloads of machinery leaving Waterloo, money returning as gold or paper, and calls for expanded cities to draw farm families. It mocks pork fat declines, Canada egg and butter exports, and jokes about politicians and local fashion while predicting a strong YWCA presence in Waterloo.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald says the Oregon plan bill tests Governor Carroll. It states he will reveal his stance by vetoing or signing the measure and will be seen as aligning with Republican faction interests or the state’s welfare depending on his action.
The governor aims to veto the Oregon plan bill, pledging to stand by the veto only if enough legislators sign to sustain it. He plans to secure backing before deciding to approve, presenting a valiant stance as he chases necessary support.
Marshalltown Times-Republican praises Judge Deemer as a strong second choice for Iowa senator and a representative figure for the state. The Des Moines Register and Leader argues for reciprocity with Canada, noting a Sioux City dealer shipped Iowa eggs to Canada despite a 5 cent per dozen duty, underselling Canadian eggs and costing roughly $1,000.
Columnists across Cedar Rapids Des Moines and Davenport attack Lafe Young and Iowa progressives for pressuring the legislature on the Canadian reciprocity agreement. They blame self interest, political grandstanding, and the political circus as Young’s bid for senator falters while the president’s program remains intact.
Farmers and business men between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo urge the proposed Inter urban line. They seek railway connection to Cedar Rapids and Waterloo with urgency and expect Iowa laws to favor investment. Local committees will push the issue as talks with outside investors continue and legislature action is sought.
Minneapolis Journal argues against filibuster tactics on reciprocity with Canada. It contends a senate majority supports ratification, while a minority uses delay to thwart will of the majority. It warns the long and lame duck sessions amplify the tactic, and notes the March 4 expiry makes delaying easier.
Washington report says New York City bankers prepared brief to Attorney General Wickersham detailing the clearing house association and its functions amid unconfirmed talk of Justice Department scrutiny for Sherman anti trust violations. Billy Rockefeller III is noted as active in New York finance.
In the management of the Standard OU company, a key figure remains confined to his home here due to lumbago from a cold contracted several days ago. The condition limits his daily duties as the firm continues operations.
The speaker recalls a grandmother who ran a tight ship, holding daily kitchen conferences, tracking every item from larder to ice chest, and touring the house from attic to cellar. She argues supervision fostered fairness and efficiency, a lesson the narrator applies in her own marriage to maintain order without being petty.
Advertisement-style item asserts chronic nonhealing ulcers stem from impure blood and that internal tonics Swift’s Special "blood purifier" medicines cleanse the system. Claims healing of old sores via blood purification and offers free medical advice from The Swift Epecinic Co in Atlanta, Ga.
The essay argues that social inequalities drive evolving hierarchies from birthplace to wealth. It traces shifts from cultural aristocracy to wealth power, noting the Gould–Devis wedding as emblematic. It warns plutocracy threatens republican equality and foresees renewed revolution if special interests subvert government.
The body of Henry R. Chamberlain, an American newspaper correspondent, was cremated in London today. A large number of newspaper men and American residents attended the ceremony.
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