Local Wire Descriptions and Daily Notices Caught in Turbulent Times
A collage of confused items from Waterloo papers covers carnival ads and moving picture plans, a supposed wrestling tale, police chase bits, and global quirks. Mentions Hartman Company, Paterson, and readers in Waterloo Iowa with scattered references to New York film ventures and European politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meniber Audit Bureau of
W. AM. Hartman Company
West Park Ave
John Harman
A.W. Paterson
Suc-Treas
Gen. Met
Waterloo
Iowa
New York
Philadelphis
ChicuKkee
Hastrook
Story & Brooks
METS
Plication
Rand
New York City
Charles Hecker
Help for Iowa justice and the prohibitory law debate
The article discusses强化 calls for empowering the Department of Justice to enforce temperance laws, opposition to repeal of the Mullet Act, and the 1916 prohibition issue led by Senator Cummins. It also notes reassurances from President Wilson on food supply and wheat exports amid a famine scare, with fiscal and political implications for Iowa and national politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Justice
Wilson
Washington
United States
Mitchel
New York
What’s in a Name Funds Ambulances Weighed by Subscriptions
Fragmented OCR note describes fund raising in England for ambulance services. It mentions devices used to raise money, subscriptions, and people being named to support the cause. The readable text hints at a public appeal soliciting help from men and women listed by name.
Encourage the Boys to Work and Keep Streets Clean
Iowa editors urge reform through work for boys, opposing blanket child labor bans and arguing 16 year olds can be paid workers with safeguards. They condemn littered streets, call for civic responsibility, and note issues from local sanitation to city events and social scenes.
Brotherhood and the Christian Call for World Peace
The piece argues that true brotherhood among nations hinges on practicing Christian ideals daily. It urges moving beyond woefully segmented national interests toward a voluntary, global peace built by shared faith, justice, and mutual respect, citing international bodies and organizations fostering unity.
The Southern Railway as a Vast System and Its Prominent Patrons
A compact profile of the Southern Railway detailing its extensive network of over 9,000 miles, affiliations, and complex capitalization. It notes main routes from Washington and St. Louis to southern cities, high annual earnings, substantial bond issues, and notable passengers such as President Wilson and the Van derbilts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Southern Railway
Washington
St. Louis
Gulf
Birmingham
Greensboro
Columbia
D. C
Atlanta
Knoxville
Tenn
Southern Railway Company
Pedee and Pacific Railroad
Europe
Southern
French Broad Valley
Blué Ridge Mountains
Costa Rica
Southern Railroads
Monon
President Wilson
Charlottesville
Vanderbilts
Asheville
Prohibition Debate Influences Iowa State Politics
The piece discusses state alcohol policy shifts as Wisconsin and Minnesota move toward prohibition measures while Iowa faces pressure from anti and pro wet factions. It notes mixed local election outcomes, shifting public sentiment, and editorial responses from Des Moines papers. It mentions Nebraska’s repeal of local options and the broader national debate over temperance laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towa
Smith Dakota
Wisconsin
Legisla- 2
Nebraska
Decline of the Auction Bit Prompts Ad Shift
A Town debate pits drys against wet rivals as old notions fade. William Manchester Press cites farmers favoring newspaper advertising over handbills, arguing rain and cold keep readers indoors. Ads in home papers reach more readers, growing from quarter to half page sizes like a common pink wart on a shoat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
Bill Heels
Wapkinton Leader
Bill
William
Elien
Iowa City Woman Denied Divorce in Local Court
The Iowa City court yesterday denied a divorce to Mrs Genevieve B Wiley from Thomas Wiles. The judge ruled that charges of cruelty and inhospitable treatment were not proven and the court could not grant a divorce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joel Moines
Genevieve B. Wiley
Thomas Ed
Wiles
Iowa City
Conti
To the Heart of the Matter on Art and Beauty
The excerpt argues that art seeks beauty over factual verity, noting that truth can hinder imagination. It asserts romance is colored by the teller, and beauty is the eternal hunger. Art, whether in literature or painting, aims for beautiful facts rather than mere truth.
Higher Court Reverses Divorce Ruling in Wiley Case
The evidentes show Mrs. Wiley traveled nationwide visiting fairs and boasting in games called whoop la and pick ups. The supreme court reverses the district court and orders a different outcome in the divorce case.
Seeks Information on His Early Life in Iowa
Richie H. Eaton, 25, fostered by Mr and Mrs Faulkner of Hudson, asks Courier and Reporter readers for any details about his origins or relatives. Born October 16, 1890, he arrived from an Ohio orphans home whose location and records were destroyed in 1892. He recalls being brought west by Solomon Cook and believes he has one living brother. Please contact the address above with any information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richie H. Eaton
Faulkner
Hudson
Courier and Reporter
Richie
Iowa
Ohio
Kansas
Solomon Cook
William Penn Letter Sales Top Auction Findings
An unpublish ed letter from William Penn to Sir Henry Chicheley sold for 235 dollars from Adrian H. Joline’s collection at Anderson rooms. Purchases included Franklin Pierce’s Mexican War diary for 135 dollars, a 46-letter Randolph collection for 150, and a 42-secretary autographs set for 162.50, among other historical documents and portraits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
William Penn
Henry Chicheley
Adrian H.joline
Anderson
Geo. D. Smith
Franklin Pierce
John Randolph
Roanoke
Harmanis Bleecker
Albany
Randolph
John Rolfe
Arnold
Virginia
John
House of Representatives
Dubh
Peter Stryvesant
Jan Latrens
John Lawrence
Wallapout
Madigan
Washington
A. R. Venable
Martha Washington
Frances Washington Elfham
Foley Cathartic Tablets Promoted in Advertisements
An old newspaper fragment promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets as a dependable remedy for regular bowels and associated health benefits. The ad notes wide sales and mentions general availability, reflecting era advertising tones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aly Dingsitts
Advertisa
Doty Voices City Manager Reform from Mont to Iowa
R A Doty former Waterloo mayor now in Glendive Mont endorses the city manager form for Iowa cities. He cites a long advocacy and notes Waterloo leading the reform effort while criticizing Iowa liquor policy. He regrets the liquor debates and stresses businesslike city governance amid national changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Doty
Waterloo
Iowa
Doty
Glendive
Mont
Lahr Motor Sales Company
Waterloo School Tax Not Excessive
Owing to more students advancing to high school from eighth grade, the current year shows a gain in enrolment and supports questions about the tax level being justified by rising needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Iowa
Waterloo West
Waterloo East
Des Moines
Dubuque
Wapello
Ackley
Ames
Anamosa
Burlington
Cedar Falls
Cedar Rapide
Charles City
Cherokee
Clinton
Creston
Davenport
Grinnell
Mason City
Muscatine
Oelwein
Ottumwa
Sioux City
Danderine Ad Promises Hair Recapture From Dandruff
An advertisement claims dandruff irritates the scalp and hair roots shrink causing hair loss. It recommends a 25 cent bottle of Danderine to rub into the scalp, promising rapid stop to hair shedding and disappearance of dandruff after several applications.
Real Estate Transfers Listed in Waterloo Notices
Real estate transfers covered by Black Hawk Co. Abstract Co. record several parcel transactions in Waterloo and Cedar Falls. Wilbert W. Cleveland and Mortimer G. Brown transfer to Mary Harty et al on 16 1-2 ne 1-4 sec for 11 550 dollars. Johanne M. Schmidt to Mrs Stine Olsen on lot 6 block 21 J R & S Cameron's Zod add Cedar Falls for 1 dollar. H M Jenke to J W Moser on multiple sublots in section 15 89 11 for 25 500 dollars. W E Clark Sr to G A Vogel on 1-2 se 1-4 sec 26 89 11 and 15 16 block 18 Riverview add Waterloo for 12 400 and 500 dollars. A H Ellis to P E B Thomas on lot 18 block 5 North Waterloo Place for 200 dollars. The Courier notes Vogel to Clark transfer. nearly every Waterloo home mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Hawk Co. Abstract Co
Wilbert W. Cleveland
Mortimer G. Brown
Mary Harty Et al
Johanne M. Schmidt
Stine Olsen
J. R. & S. Cameron
H. M. Jenke
J. W. Moser
W. E. Clark, Sr
G. A. Vogel
Riverview Add
Waterloo
Australia
A. H. Ellis
P. EB. Thomas
North
Waterloo Place
W. E. Clark
Pape's Cold Compound Promises Fast Relief
A 25 cent remedy claims instant relief for grippe and severe cold by clearing nasal passages and easing headache fever and sore throat. The ad advocates dosing every two hours up to three doses and promises prompt relief without assistance, noting genuine product availability at drugstores.
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Waterloo Evening Coutier and
Sasanyee
Hilda
Louise
Phylis
Rosamond
Sibyli
Fide
Mary
Kate
Anne
Jane
Waterloo Wrastine
Lander
Wyoming
Sreiceutte Ter
San Francisco
Carrante
Mexico City
Wluffe
Tanvary 1
Austeia
sPoland
Sne
Paoinud
Help For
Cummins
Congress
Iowa Statesman
Polk County
I Eneglann
Ter
Vinton Eagie
Hurlington
Jefferson
Aluderehistis
Basiticton Gazette
Xavley
E'S
Paris
Sivuy
Nebashka
Whadle
South
Dakea
Brotherhood
God
Hague
Christing Association
Salvation Army
Masonic Order
Socialist Fellowship
Jocal
Sis
Brotherhood of Man
Jesus of Nazareth
American Railroads
George Fitch
Yes Moines Capital
Marshalltown Times
Republican
Wiley District
Ben
Sale
Old Home Town
First @ Advocate
Municipal Government
Courier
Storss
OK Co
N. Broadway
Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo Savings
Waterloo Savings Bank
Savings Bank Building
Panama Canal Commission
M. D. Toof
District
Mer
Peerless Check Protecting Co
Rochester
Alexander
Polk Eng
Wright
Kowrth Stree
Klinefelter & Sons
Park Avenue West
Janver Tate
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