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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1911
Page
8
A fire in Rock Island yards destroyed about fifty bushels of potatoes in six refrigerator cars en route to Kansas City from Grundy county. An oil stove toppled during switching spilled kerosene, igniting sacks and scorching the inner roof. Firefighters faced multiple alarms as flames spread through packing between car walls.
An alarm system alerted at a station and after the third alert the official chose to remain stationed for the rest of the day.
Paris observers note a shift in opinion on harem skirts after an ambivalent debut at races. initial jeers give way to praise for the garment once the true style a loose trousers underpanel with side slit was shown, despite earlier trials by costumers opposing the look.
London February 21 The government bill to abolish the veto power of the house of lords was introduced in the house of commons today by Premier Asquith. The measure aims at a historic change in Britain’s parliamentary system if passed as introduced.
Mrs. Mae Martyn offers quick home remedies for hair care skin care and beauty routines with simple drugstore ingredients. Recipes include a canthrax shampoo a spurmax and glycerine powder delatone a canthrox shampoo and various tonics and creams to improve complexion hair growth and overall health.
Farmers gathered at the courthouse for the annual Farmers' Institute opening under rough roads and a horse gale. The program included lectures by H. J. Hess and C. B. Gingrich with Prof. Bliss, a supper at the First Baptist church, and a New England supper.
The First Methodist church installs a new $5,000 pipe organ under expert supervision. Prof. Bogen predicts the organ ranks among the best in the state. A March 7 recital opens with a Garden of Flowers cantata by Denza featuring Waterloo Conservatory talent. Bishop Quayle’s King Lear lecture follows March 7 at Grace M. E. church with $1 tickets. proceeds aid organ payments.
Cleveland Ohio February 21 William H Canniff president of the Nickel Plate railroad was awakened by a burglar at his bedside a revolver trained on him and a flashlight in hand The intruder demanded valuables and forced Canniff to reveal a jewelry case on the dresser The thief escaped with about 150 dollars worth of items while more valuable gems remained secured downstairs by Mrs Canniff
The De Grosz conservatory of music concert at St Mary’s church, delayed to Washington’s birthday, will not occur until the first week after Easter due to the bazaar and Knights of Columbus entertainment. Ticket holders will be notified of the new date.
Charles J. Johnson of Shahonier and Miss Stella F. Frisbey of Waterloo were married yesterday afternoon at 4 by Justice J. H. Kuhns in the Commercial building. The groom works at Illinois Central shops and the couple will reside in Waterloo.
Burlington Iowa January 20 1911 Miller Flour Company writes to W and CG F Union Mill Co Waterloo praising Clear Quill flour as a trade winner. The letter commends years of service no complaints and strong customer loyalty while expressing appreciation for courteous treatment and hope for continued business growth.
Five hundred guests are expected at a temperance banquet at the Pythian Temple in Waterloo hosted by the Waterloo Business Men's Temperance Association. The event precedes upcoming officer elections and features talks from prominent local and state figures across law, banking, real estate, and education. Tickets available at the door.
Rev Fayette L Thompson of New York City will address the Waterloo Brotherhoods conference at Grace M E church Thursday evening and dine with local officers at noon to back a bid to hold next summer's National Brotherhood convention in Waterloo. Thompson, once pastor at St John's Davenport, heads the Brotherhood movement and his visit is expected to boost church men’s support.
Tomorrow is or will be a national holiday with public offices and many business houses closed. February 22 is Washington's Birthday, leading to barber shops closing at 11 and all offices at the county courthouse and post office observing holiday hours. One morning city delivery only. none in the afternoon.
The St Marys conservatory hosts a young pupils program on Washingtons birthday starting at 3 o clock. Children from first to fourth grade perform songs dances waltzes and violin solos including Moonlight Waltz Castle Cliff Mazurka and Apple Blossom Waltz with pieces by Behrend Coote Westendorf Schultz and others.
The article argues excessive weight is harmful but a modest reserve of flesh aids health. It cites experiments by physicians and chemists showing 3 grain hypo-nuclane tablets increase white and red blood cells and, with sealed packages, can raise weight over several months when taken per directions.
Druggists advertise Pain Away Pills as a prompt remedy for headache and acute pain, claiming quick relief and broad use. The notice highlights availability through local druggists and positions the product as a trusted option.
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