Death of Mrs Dora Shorter and Ireland poetry notes
The notice recalls the death of Mrs Dora Shorter, a notable figure in modern Irish poetry, and includes appreciation of Irish verse with references to Francis Ledwidge, Yeats, Katherine Tynan, and others. It also discusses Celtic poetry's qualities, melody, and the absence of free verse influence in Ireland. The text further quotes a Shorter poem reflecting on mortality and the search for spiritual solace after life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hors Shorter
Dora Shorter Reanogser
Modern School of
Erin
Francis Ledwidge
Rotert Burns
William Butler Yeats
Katherine Tynan
Ireland
Mrs. Shorter
President Wilson's war aims outlined in bold terms
The president presents a thorough and open declaration of war aims, aligning with Lloyd George on many points. He stresses absolute seas freedom, future armament limits, removal of trade barriers, and Russia’s development, aiming to unite the Allies under a modern democratic charter. The emphasis on diplomacy and potential shift in Russia could influence Germany’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Wilson
Lloyd George
Germany
Europe
Wicklow
Wilson
Russia
Ilssia
Otheremier
Silies
Lloyd Georgé
Inspiration and thrift in wartime press tone
A compact wry editorial voice reflects on journalism, Bolshevik military policy, Billy Sunday’s influence on the war department, and encouragement to save and buy thrift stamps ahead of the next liberty loan, urging readers to value economy and support.
Viewpoint shifts on profits in wartime debates
Iowa editors urge changing stance from profits to living and winning the war. Perry Tribune argues consumer burden and surplus financing should aid war effort, while Sioux City Journal hints at political machinery needing slight lubrication. Marshalltown Times-Republican and Des Moines Register echo calls for broader leadership and wartime resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Tribune
Iqaught
Wartime commentaries challenge farm labor and inflation
Capper's Weekly notes Secretary Houston praising farmers while lamenting labor shortages for harvests and calls for practical action. Philadelphia North American argues against lies about Hoover's salary and wartime shortages, while Fort Worth Record reports Texas penitentiary crops exceeding value and the system’s reforms. Other papers foresee bold claims on meat, food, and war end scenarios.
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Capper
Lgusten
Houston
Department of Agriculture
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Herbert Hoover
Camp Dix
Camp Meade
Commission
Germany
Canada
Fort Worth
Texas Penitentiary System
Texas
Critics Drive Government Reform and Swift Action in Departments
In a Des Moines Capital analysis, criticism by newspapers is praised for awakening government departments including ordnance and shipbuilding to inefficiencies and profits. The piece forecasts justice department scrutiny of traitor punishment and argues criticism spurs improvement across agencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
United States
Ordnance Department
Department of Justice
Reed
Missouri
Over the Top War Bond Drive and Y Fund Call
Eureka notes urge every community to push the Red Cross and Y fund efforts beyond the top, stressing three to five years of giving and sacrifice as the real path to victory. The piece warns only hard, persistent work will win the war, with all citizens needed in any effective system. It cites Collier’s Weekly remark on Washington’s job seekers and the overrun town.
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Tor
Anamosa
Red Cross
Europe
Baby feeding and health Q A from Dr Huber
Reader questions cover infant meals for 15 to 18 months and a sample daily menu including oatmeal cornmeal and zwieback. Other items discuss buttermilk and rheumatism, infant digestion, sleep, and bowel patterns with brief guidance from Dr John B. Huber of the Courier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huber
John B. Huber
Courier
Ignorance and Cocksure Young Minds Clash in Side Talks
The Very Young Man reads a heavy book and dismisses it as having nothing to it. The piece argues that ignorance feels cocksure while knowledge grows, urging tolerance for youth arrogance but cautioning against adult certainty. It praises pursuing knowledge and learning from unknowns.
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Heaven
Earth
Bnearis
The Lafay ette Fay the Runaway Dog Adventure
The tale follows Fay a white curly dog named Lafay ette who resents his look and bow color. He escapes a maid and policeman after chasing two dogs, fleeing across streets and skipping his collar. He longs to find a cat and evades pursuers as readers are promised more tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette
Fay
Charge
Soldier Brother’s Waterloo Letter From Milwaukee Soldier
A Milwaukee reader prints a brother’s letter from the 107th U. S. engineers describing army life, fortifications and bridge work, appreciation for care from Madison Lake and Milwaukee friends, and a wish to hear from home while awaiting further service. The author thanks the donors, notes a generally positive view of army life, and mentions potential upcoming assignments before returning.
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Waterloo
107Th U. S. Engineers
Reoldier
J. H. Bresnan
Iowa Street
Madison Lake
Milwaukee
Burt
Remarin
No Name Yet Noah Meme From Early 20th Century Column
An archival jumble notes humor and commentary from various papers. It mentions Noah’s ark age quip, a Boston breach of promise case, McAdoo railroad remark, a barber shop joke, a Brooklyn Standard Union riff on Japan, a Moss Landing whale meat packing venture, and a frost protection tent patent for fruit trees. Names and places include Minneapolis Journal, Hartford Courant, Christian Herald, Brooklyn Standard Union, Moss Landing, and unspecified Alton Democrat.
Fifty Years Ago In The Courier Jan 9 1668
Fifty years ago the Courier notes Mrs James of Tripoli Bremer County sending a large juicy turkey for a New Year feast. J Reynolds and A Butterfield join John McCabe as partners. Married Jan 1 at Parrysburg Miss Amejia Robertson to H M Crittenden of Waterloo. The new sidewalk on the bridge aids pedestrians. Rev Petroleum Nasby P M will lecture Feb 4. Postponed Waterloo piece delayed. Waterloo’s 1867 view hints at eastern city traits, New Year social Otto customs, street conditions, livery strain, and bank to Union Hall crowds.
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James
Church of
Tripoli
Bremer County
Amejia Robertson
Parrysburg, O
H. M. Crittenden
Waterloo
Forty Years Ago Wednesday January 9 1878
In Waterloo on New Year’s day, hods of young men visited many ladies, a dance closed the festivities at Union hall. Freight for 1877 over the B C R WN totaled 64,533 dollars per agent Han ce. The river above the mill is frozen, and skating is popular among youths. G D Pratt and Miss Ida Yates and D B Phillips and Miss Minnie Yates wed at the bride’s Fourth Street West home New Year’s night. G J Parkhurst and 30 others asked the city for a $10 daily license fee for hucksters and itinerant sellers. ordinance committee referred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Dejyotred
First National Bank
G.A
Whitney
Union Hall
G. D. Pratt
Ida Yates
D. B. Phillips
Minnie Yates
Fourth Street
G. J. Parkhurst
Ordlinence Committee
Century-old Courier notes and local events
Twenty years ago on January 11 1898 Cedar Falls woman Mrs John Ripke died after being thrown from a cutter. The Courier reports praise for its improvement number and notes Bert Griswold the future cartoonist drew edition illustrations. Charles M Blough led Orange township educational meetings praised as best yet with several locals in attendance. 1897 bank reports show prosperity and Miss Hi Herring secured a clerkship in the state legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ripke
Cedar Falls
Courier
Bert J. Griswold
Blood Purity and Strength Through S S S Remedy
An article extols physical fitness and blood purity as essential to health. It promotes S. S. S. as a long trusted remedy for cleansing the blood, preventing illness, and maintaining strength, inviting readers to request a free booklet from Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta, Ga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaith
Swift Specific Co
Swift Laboratory
Atlante
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