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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1918
Page
2
Reader asks about a seven year old with likely catheter or lacrimal duct obstruction and whether to operate. Dr Huber says surgery by an expert is needed, often with lachrymal probes periodically to keep the channel open, and notes chloroform may be used though local anesthesia can suffice. He commends country doctors and urges timely specialist care.
Augustus P Gardner served fifteen years in Congress and urged a strong army and navy. He campaigned for preparedness, warned of danger, and urged national resolve before World War I. Resigning to join fighting forces, he declined a colonel’s rank for maj or to serve directly. He died at a southern army camp, leaving a legacy of self sacrifice and national service.
In a senate speech Senator Kenyon warns that victory in France depends on rapidly expanding American troop deployments. The text notes German preparations for a major offensive and the potential impact of Russia seeking peace, stressing urgency in mobilization to avoid a too late chance at success.
War talk dominates this report as France and Britain vow rapid recruitment while America faces criticism for slow action. The piece notes German taunts and a Paris debate on using American engineers to free French workers for arms. It highlights the National Security League seeking ideas to propel the war effort and outlines a proposed German-targeted message for German readers.
Iowa editors warn public speakers to avoid war related judgments after Dr Jessup, president of the State University, faced criticism over remarks on universal training at a Drake university event. The Dubuque Times Journal criticizes fruitless investigations and questions Reed’s public service record amid wartime sensitivities.
A New York Times column rails against Miss Jeannette Rankin for proposing a Irish independence measure while warning feminism may undermine democracy during wartime. Chicago Tribune cites a U S government sale of war savings certificates aiming to raise about 2 billion dollars. Capper's Weekly notes Congress voting to repeal an income tax exemption for lawmakers, praising public opinion as a check on graft. Springfield Republican highlights a Rotary Club funded farm for the boys working reserve in Vigo County. New York World comments on Berlin autocracy facing peace terms it cannot accept on its own terms.
Springfield Republican notes fresh newspapers and magazines are scarce at the front yet reading remains valued. Requests from the English army cover navigation to beekeeping with library systems aiming to meet needs. Authors foresee US demands and argue for broader access to technical and specialized magazines for qualified readers.
SIDE TALKS argues for rural decentralization as modern life brings city comforts to country homes. Steam heat electric lights bathrooms water and telephones bridge gap between town and countryside. The author notes a city culture can be found in country life through reading and daily routines and hopes decentralization may solve world problems.
Wee Mousie slips into the playroom at night and nibbles Stockinet Boy Doll’s red coat. Toys protest and Teddy Bear breaks the yarn, saving Stockinet Boy. Mrs Mous e reveals it was all a dream, as clock strikes twelve and fear lingers. The tale ends with a warning about midnight toys and witches. Then mentions The Women of Our Day and Red Cross work.
A German-born American citizen, loyal and a liberty bond buyer, argues against claims that Germany faces famine. He recalls his 12 years as a Frankfort laborer, noting Germans endure limited rations and that the blockade’s impact is limited. He supports U S war effort pride in democracy and vows to donate his savings to help defeat Germany. He contrasts German life with his improved conditions in the United States and rejects ever returning to Germany.
The treasury department urges merchants to stop accepting liberty bonds as payment, arguing broad adoption of this rule is wise. Two main reasons support this stance. Selling bonds weakens market value, while holding them remains a strong investment that benefits the holder and the government. Subscribing only what one can afford is wiser and more patriotic than over subscribing to force resale.
Chicago January 16 Practically every man in the British Canadian Recruiting mission here has been wounded and has seen active service Maj W S Biggs reports A drive to recruit is aimed at middle west employers who hire British residents immune to the American draft The officers tour factories and urge firms to hire Britons before Americans are drafted The mission members carry shell splinters and shell shock yet intend to return to service to aid the cause
The Topeka man who hugged and kissed another man's wife inside the husband's home is deemed guilty of gross impropriety. Authorities advise such caresses belong in secluded places away from married couples.
The soldiers library fund collection surpassed expectations with large city gifts. Des Moines led with 5500.00 while Cedar Rapids and county donated 3022.53 and Mason City 31200.64. state total reached 35002.65, far above most neighbors except Illinois.
A Waterloo summary for 1867 notes 52 new residences 25 east 22 west with additional barns and business buildings. The Presbyterian church cost 8000 dollars as a highlight. several mansions on Booth street Jefferson street and Park Avenue are mentioned. Church memberships across denominations list values and pastors salaries. Illinois Central tonnage nearly 26.4 million in, 25.7 million out. 438000 bushels of wheat sold locally at 1.45 per bushel, with 635100 paid to farmers. Local mills, planing and cabinet shops expand. Masonic and Odd Fellows lodges grow. A full business directory and county infrastructure described.
The Waterloo crowd lined principal streets with farm vehicles after a farmers day event. James Vaughan won the season’s hog prize with 93 hogs averaging 429 pounds. A major fire at S Sessler packinghouse damaged the building and meat worth about 30,000 dollars. Reverend H Basher and Miss Cordy Weller wed yesterday, with wedding cake shared. Cedar Falls Recorder editor I Van Metre notes circuit rider Sanford walked 15 miles last Sunday to reach appointments.
From Wag on Trail Game to Skagway Alaska Pew Banton reports life in the extreme northwest Ray Standish attends Waterloo Business college Clayton Strayer and George Leland haul 10 pickerel totaling 40 pounds largest fish seven pounds Father H J Hemesath arrives to lead St Mary's Cen tralia church Waterloo Manufacturing plans 400 Garland bicycles this year A singing society organized with officers Lamson Brainard Beal Dan Bussler named night post office clerk expanding hours for mail receipt and dispatch Dan has driven the mall wagon for some time to aid service
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