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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1917
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier and Daily Reporter reports tributes to Justice Deemer. It highlights his role in Iowa state history efforts, the state law library, and recognition from multiple professional associations. It notes his influence beyond law and his wholesome private life.
The president’s address to Congress on the submarine issue is hailed as historic and prudent. It argues for armed neutrality to deter war, keeping commerce safe while avoiding hostilities. Supporters urge unity and a unanimous vote of confidence for Wilson.
The death of Supreme Court Justice Horace E Deemer from Red Oak Iowa is reported as a loss to Iowa and society. He was a young figure who served the state's legal profession and ranked on the Iowa Supreme Court, bringing recognition and dignity to the bench.
A compilation notes debates on embargos and food exports, citing 1807 policy and Jefferson. It contrasts Wilson era warnings with current caution, adds Ohio women’s vote prospects, and highlights spring signs, political forgetfulness, and public hunger with satirical quips from multiple papers.
The mayor of Pomona California promotes planting every vacant lot with potatoes to cut food costs. The plan is urged for nationwide adoption. Despite Europe’s war, local crops promise abundant edible yield this year, with demand likely even if war ends.
A fragment from a column of light verse and jokes. It includes quirky lines about a jester, a doughnut joke, tree growth metaphors, blue laws, and brief quips from various archetypes. The piece notes a Mount Carmel man owning a 30 year old hen and ends with a playful misstatement about twins.
A medical column discusses acute and chronic catarrh, urging curing early to prevent progression. It links nasal obstruction to ear and throat issues, warns against alcohol or tobacco, and advises overall health and warm feet. It cites dietary habits and seeks professional treatment for chronic cases. It also answers readers about relocating to milder climates and notes enlarged tonsils in a teen require specialist removal rather than prolonged nonsurgical treatment.
A series of letters describe frugal personal budgets and charity giving. Stenographer earns 65 monthly. assigns funds to church, charity, and Sunday offerings. Other letters detail weekly earnings, wedding and birthday gifts, and modest purchases to support relatives and aging needs.
Grundy Center February 26 The writer praises Iowa's U S Senators Albert B. Caromins and William 3 Kenyon as stalwart Christians opposed to war and bloodshed. He cites their letters and speeches against the Des Moines Capital’s push for war, arguing true Christian principles forbid killing. Theodore Roosevelt referenced as having won over.
Davenport Times notes talk of high living costs driven by potato and flour prices. Grocer profits fluctuate with wholesale and retail potato prices, as delivery costs rise and fewer bushels are sold, challenging profit margins.
The tale follows Robin Redbreast as he endures a premature winter, builds a nest, and finds help from kind children who share bread and warmth. His cheerful song brings comfort to all, culminating in gratitude and mutual care. Tomorrow's story is The Enchanted Chair.
The grocery store prices show no advance for most advertised package goods. Corn meal rice oranges and grapefruits remain unchanged and canned goods show only small increases. Families continue to substitute non-advancing items, especially potatoes, in their shopping.
An advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast remedy for colds. A dose every two hours up to three cures misery, clears nasal passages, relieves feverishness and sore throat, and ends stuffed-up head. It claims easy taste, no inconvenience, and urges buyers to get the genuine product.
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