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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1917
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier-Reporter discusses the failed peace referendum concept, noting rulers’ roles in wars and pondering how voters in 1914 would have acted. The piece comments on Henry Watterson, print-papers limits, and a Chicago scientist’s coal substitute, reflecting era concerns.
An editorial laments rising food prices and hoarding, urging government prioritization of food over munitions and suggesting transportation reform. It notes shortages are not general, cites high costs for potatoes and cabbage, critiques cooperative stores, and warns against false economy in state funding for the Historical Society.
A compilation of editorial snippets arguing that national military spending strains families, with a call to tax reform and caution, alongside Cedar Rapids Republicans urging state park conservation. The notes compare per capita costs, rail at government zeal, and advocate protecting natural formations and potential state parks for public benefit.
A Press commentary argues against war while acknowledging it may be necessary for defending rights. It cites bread riots in New York and rising living costs, urging cool heads and practical aid like bread depots. It also critiques military training for youths as essential to future discipline and leadership.
A collection of light quips and jokes touching common curiosities. It ponders road riots in peace time and the absurdities of inventions while naming quirky vignettes of modern life and human foibles with a playful tone.
The article discusses susceptibility to colds and bronchitis from wet feet, fatigue, overwork, and poor ventilation in overheated spaces. Outdoor workers fare better. germ-related risks come from polluted air and irritants. It covers symptoms, home remedies, and cautions about rheumatism and heart involvement in children, plus warnings on tobacco effects.
In SIDE TALKS an observer recounts experiences of hearing or sensing words and signs before conscious perception. The piece discusses subconscious recall from conversations and printed material, with anecdotes about signage and repeated phrases, suggesting vast hidden mental power and a future invention.
A Prince named Alfred meets a river nymph who lives beneath the water. He asks her name and vows to marry her if she remains by the river bank. She explains she can live out of water but only after a certain condition, then invites him to a midnight meeting with her sisters and Father Neptune. The tale ends as the midnight hour arrives.
The Prince at the river bank meets Father Neptune and alongside him many river nymphs appear, all alike. He cannot tell which is his promised bride, and the nymphs offer to accompany him or let him choose any one. The Prince cannot decide and flees to his castle, forever haunted by the quest. Local lore warns of the danger of falling for river spirits, with the Mad Prince now wandering by the water seeking his true love.
A testimonial from Mrs G O Lowery of Denison Texas praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief from nervousness dizziness heat flashes and headaches. The letter claims the medicine restored daily life and urges others to seek free advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts.
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