New York City Winter Scenes and Iowa Links in Waterloo
The piece blends New York City winter notes with Iowa and Waterloo topics. It notes heavy snowfall and city costs, plus New York social gatherings of Iowa New Yorkers at Hotel Astor. It also covers Iowa New Yorker activities, Christmas charity, and a Woodmen of America meeting in Waterloo.
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New York City
Dee
Falk
Jawa
Mercury
York
Pera
Central Park
Bolivar
Iowa New Yorkers
Iowa Society
Hotel Astor
Jerry B. Sullivan
Iowa Gariery
W. R. Huntington
J. S
Jerry Sullivan
Howard Paschal
Waterbury
Waterbirs
Famerly
Cedar Falla
Whitn
Heeter Griser
Geiger
France
United States
Bosses
Lillian Wald
Henry Street
Iowa
Chia
Waterloo
Bellesie Hospital
Chomas
Courier and Reporter
Waterloo Postoffice Clerks Elect President Brainard
E Brainard was elected president of the Waterloo Postoffice Clerks association at a recent meeting. E Z Goffett was chosen vice president J M Barlow secretary and C A Sprout treasurer. Discussions covered salary increases for government workers and retirement legislation. A buffet luncheon followed and a social hour completed the gathering.
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Postoffice Clerks
E. Brainard
Waterloo Postoffice Clerks’ Association
E. Z. Goffett
J. NM. Barlow
C. A. Sprout
Aft
County Board Members Age Hinted Yet Real Oldtimers
The article lists county board members described as seasoned veterans, noting long residency and deep local ties. It mentions families and origins, with references to Sumnerfield, Dewar, Spring Creek, and various farms and homesteads. It portrays a historical snapshot of local leadership and lineage within the county.
Danger of Coal Famine Avoided by Timely Rail Efforts
Railroad officials report a developing coal car shortage being addressed by increased train traffic and backlogged shipments. Special investigators from the Illinois Central note orders to relieve bottlenecks, with mines ready to resume full output and firms optimistic about winter fuel supply if mild weather continues.
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Uwitness Central
Roy Moser
Timois Central
Fo Wiatorivo
Mye
Sean
Waterloo
Bnt
Twais
Tolland
California Syrup of Figs Ad Advises Gentle Laxative Use
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to children showing signs of constipation. It touts a gentle, effective cleanse of the liver and bowels, promising a return to a well, playful child within hours. The note warns to avoid counterfeit syrups and to demand a full bottle from the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California
Leach
California Fic Syrup Company
Deputies Quit Over Wage Scale for Waterloo Assessors
Townsley cancels deputy pay raise plan as Waterloo assessor plans to begin work with deputies paid 4.25 per day, up from 3.50. Deputies named by Townsley, including Foster Life Holt and Yapp, voiced inability to start under new rate. board aims to keep cost down while updating city plats.
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County
Tia
Waterloo
J. A
Townsley
Townsles
C. Foster
W. H. Life
JH. Tol
B. . Yapp
N.C. Altlagd
J. Z. Chapman
A.W. Steely
Ally
Messrs. Life
Foster
Holt
Yapp
County Board
Tenor
Waterloo Real Estate Board Hosts Luncheon Meeting
The Waterloo Real Estate Board met at Hotel Russell Lamson for a luncheon and business session. Lore Alford presented on the Toron System of Abstracts, with further discussions on future topics. The state meeting in Des Moines January 11 and 12 is expected to draw real estate men statewide, with delegates to be named. Elks hall hosts big fair January 9 to 15 featuring Myers Orch.
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Waterloo Real Estate Board
Russell-Lamson
Lore Alford
Des Moines
Royal Board
O. W
Elks' Old Hall
Jan
Myers Orch
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