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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1913

Page

2

Evening Courier announces daily edition and worldwide edition details

The Courier lists publication by press and mail, with independent offices in New York and Chicago. It notes carrier weekly editions and second class mailing, with subscriptions and contract prices, and provides international distribution points in London Paris St. Petersburg and Berlin for American travelers.

Terloo CDURD Associated Pres COURI Mtot Europe Waterlow Fie Ndon Trafatrar Building Northumberland Avene American Expresa Haymarket Dewe Steamship Agency Green Street Parc Serene Des Capucines Comet Place de Operd American Express Fue Berlin Unter den Linden Gt. Petersburg Nevsky Prospekt

Goat chase stirs public as Pinkerton sleuth hunts graft

The air hums with activity as a stern Pinkerton detective, hired by a client, targets graft among county supervisors. Citizens watch keenly hoping the so called goat is captured, or if the goat proves a sham, that the intended victims receive justice. The piece questions motives and demands disclosure before the episode fades.

Pinkerton Voaniy

Back in the Saddle Huerta Regime Restores Portraits

The piece notes Huerta’s return to power in Mexico and orders portraits of the late dictator restored in public buildings. It recalls Madero's murder and predicts Huerta will push through a ruthless political lesson, with a critical view of future elections and the fate of revolutions.

Diaz Huerta Mexico Madero Francisco Madero Mexico City

Tax on thrift debate in town legislature plans

The Marshalltown Times-Republican argues a bill taxing shares in building and loan associations should be promptly sent to the governor. It warns that levying on share holdings would tax thrift and debt, burdening borrowers with higher costs as mortgage-backed notes remain unpaid.

Marshalltown Times-Republcan Times-Republican Ares Towa Perim Getet Cowie Este Atphay Sirip Savings and Loan Association Building and Foam Society

Taxing shares in savings and loan seen as burden

A debate on taxation of savings and loan shares is aired, arguing it would punish homeowners who borrow for houses and could elevate city taxes. The piece notes other topics from education charts favoring Ames, to Lillian Russell lectures, and Democrats pushing a one-battleship plan.

State Board of Education Town Ames Lillian Russell Miss Russell House

Mrs S Fights Bronchitis With Foley's Honey and Tar

A reader from Van Buren Street Kingston New York shares that Foley's Honey and Tar Compound restored her voice during a severe bronchitis and laryngitis attack. She recommends it to many others and notes it is sold by all druggists.

Nun and gasol ine engine skills in modern life

A Dubuque Times Journal note discusses agricultural change and a nun who can operate a gasoline engine. It observes people lack nerve to support families within means and comments on living expenses and the tension between frugal life and rising costs.

Dubuque Sheldon

State Supervisors Association Endorses Committee Action

The state supervisors' association formally approved the committee's good faith effort amid disputed Harvey matters. Officials pressed for a swift resolution, urging cooperation and clarity on fees and responsibilities.

Om Harvey Riouxhry Jowenal State Supervisors’ Association Inre Harvey Cer

Epitaph Reflections and Lobbyist Tangles From Davenport Times

A fragmented Davenport Times piece opines on an epitaph for Madero and critiques political scheming in Des Moines. It references the bridge lobby, pond legislation, and a minister urging ballot adoption as the American consent method, all conveyed in a period newspaper voice.

Stupids Des Moines Cone

Rochester City Profile by George Fitch in 1920s view

Rochester, N Y, described by George Fitch as a growing midwestern style city between Buffalo and New York City. He notes 226000 residents, 1788 factories, major camera and shoe production, river and canal geography, parks, and a future canal port on Lake Ontario with a union station by 1920. The piece highlights industry, scenery, religion, education, and planned Transit developments.

Rochester Buffalo New York City New York Central Railway New York State Genesee Meir Arusay Lake Ontario Lake Shore Limited Apple and Scenery New York

The Evening Chit Chat on Vulgar Songs

Ruth Cameron laments vulgar street songs sung by children and calls for action. She recalls incidents of refined children repeating risqué lines and argues popular tunes have grown crude. The piece questions whether today’s musical culture is a sign of civilizational decline and urges steps to curb such songs.

Poe

The Shankland Riley Enactment by Iowa Legislature

A state law passage from the general assembly specifies amendment to code section 2 148 of the supplement.

Lowa

Waterloo Courier Campaign Against Fake Circulation Tactics

The Waterloo Courier accuses the Marshalltown Times-Republican of campaign against inflated circulation schemes. The Times-Republican, citing its national prominence in a city of 15 000, maintains large genuine circulation and questions the value of forced or stuffed copies for advertisers. The Courier argues for self circulating papers and suggests it will win if it adheres to its doctrine.

Marshalltown Times - Republican Waterloo Courier Times-Republican United States Courier

Amendment to liquor tax and election provisions in Iowa city law

The text details amendments to city liquor laws in Iowa, including conditions to prohibit nuisance proceedings against sellers who have paid prior assessments, and rules for submitting liquor sale propositions at general or special elections. It specifies petition thresholds, election timing, bond requirements, and duties of the city clerk and mayor in processing such measures.

State of Iowa

Iowa Proposition On Liquor Sales At Special Election

A proposed Iowa law amends sections on liquor sales by setting a special election within 90 to 30 days, defining eligibility, cost payment by filing parties, and a five year effect if approved. It raises city population thresholds and includes additional provisions on failed votes and ongoing saloon permits. The piece criticizes Miller’s health campaign opposition and urges continued support for Dr. Kepford’s tuberculosis education, calling for increased health funding.

Charley Millers Fool Proposal

Cedar Rapids Gazette criticizes Charley Miller of the Bremer district as a crank foe of doctors. The piece urges voters to suppress him if he seeks re election, while noting personal goodwill but strong opposition to his medical stance.

Cedar Rapids Iowa Charley Miller Bremer Miller

Eight Vassar Girls Lead New Vaudeville at Majestic

At the Majestic the Eight Vassar Girls headline a new vaudeville show opening today with special scenery enhancing their act. W. B. Patton and his company share top billing in a rural comedy titled Apple Blossoms. Patton is a familiar figure in this city, previously starring in The Slowpoke The Blockhead and The Little Minis.

Vassar Girls W. B. Patton

Danderine promises hair growth and dandruff cure

An advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine as a cheap 25 cent hair product that quickly adds abundance, shine, and softness while eradicating dandruff. It claims new hair will sprout within two weeks and assures the scalp will be soothed, with a demonstration via a cloth test.

Knowlton All Drug Stores

Evening bill features Mabel Harper and eccentric acts

The program showcases Mabel Harper, a noted comedienne, along with Gilmore and Castle, eccentric fanmakers, and the duo DeVelde and Zelda performing an equilibristic novelty act.

Ter Mabel Harper Gilmore and Castle DeVelde and Zelda

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