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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1912
Page
1
New York reports about 100 million dollars in bonds and short term notes by five major rail systems, chiefly western lines. The move signals revived banking confidence, with funds directed to railway improvements boosting steel and related trades and potentially lifting employment.
Fast High School defeated Charles City 29 to 2 in a Saturday basketball game. Notable players include Hostetler and Blinpson for Fast, Lamn and Bettin for Charles City, with scoring by Hostetler 6, Shiupson 2, Kiser 2, Davis 2, Burch 2, Nerrin 3, Laun 3 and free throws by Hostetler 4 and Latin 6.
Count Alois Lexa Von AEhrenthal dies at 68 in Vienna. His death shifts Austrian foreign policy as clerical forces gain power and Archduke Ferdinand’s opposition grows stronger. Berchthold succeeds him, shaping Austria’s military and naval posture. Also a note touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for colds.
Fresh eggs quoted at 30 cents a dozen this morning, with expectations of further drops as warm weather persists. Butter near 23 to 35 cents a pound in dairy markets, signaling relief for shoppers. Advertisement touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a remedy for stomach issues.
Prof W T H Bender of the State Teachers College will give a lecture titled A Vision of Citizenship to the Chautauquans at the public library west on Tuesday at 7 30 PM. The CL S invites the Fort neltiy club to join and all Chautanquans and friends are urged to attend. The notice also promotes Chambain Cough Remedy for pneumonia risk from cold and its sale by dealers.
Fragmented local notice style text mentions a state floriculture prize of 35 for the finest baby and 225 for the finest pig. Includes vague references to Minnesota North Dakota Saskatchewan Alberta Pacific Northwest and a Sno Tone line from St Paul Minneapolis with an address 216 Fifth St Des Moines.
Rev. J. E. Johnson in a St Pauls Methodist sermon outlined ideal mayor councilmen and police as men of integrity who oppose alcohol gambling and vice. He urged forming a “good citizens” ticket and noted some officers fail eye tests and overlook nuisances while praising many officers as honorable.
An authorized representative of the American Drug & Press Association guarantees Merstol Half Tonic to give satisfaction or the purchase price will be refunded. The notice asserts strong confidence in the preparation. Henderson Drug Co and Red Cross Drug Store act as sole agents.
Mr. Johnson urged every man and woman to become a detector of law violation calling for reports to pastors and police. He cited abducted girls enticed to disorderly houses and pressed ministers to address moral conditions while praising Waterloo’s overall cleanliness and fine streets. He led a pew rising vote in support of his pulpit message.
A speaker urged a city focused on industrial growth by easing taxes for laborers and guiding tax burdens toward business properties and factories. He called for slower municipal improvements, fewer saloons, and social spaces for workers to meet, framing reforms as essential to prosperity. A cold cure ad follows.
The Chicago Great Western after noon train now leaves Waterloo at 12 18 p m and arrives St Paul 6 35 p m Minneapolis 7 05 p m There is no change of cars and excellent meals are served in Cate Car It is the only train offering continuous Dining Car service.
Sage and Sulphur Quair Remedy advertised to darken gray hair and restore natural color. Wyeth Chemical Co markets a ready mix claiming to cure dandruff itching scalp and thinning hair. Fifty cent bottle sold by druggists with money back guarantee. Tl. W. Taggart 1837 Canal St.
Dr. Coth ern advertises ozone treatment from 307 Russell Lamson Building claiming to cure rheumatic and sciatic cases and other illnesses without operation. He targets Missourians and invites readers to come and be convinced, listing hours and accepting patients.
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