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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1917
Page
2
The Iowa senate backs the prohibition amendment by a 45 to 3 roll call, signaling dry control in the state. The piece discusses repeal difficulty, potential impacts on future policy, and reactions from temperance supporters and opponents.
The International commission reports no war between United States and Mexico, but a repaired peace through regular diplomacy. Henry P. Fletcher will assume ambassador duties in Mexico as a claims commission handles damages. The piece links lessons on imperialism and domestic scrutiny with historical warnings from Watterson and Cleveland.
Iowa editors discuss how war earnings influence state finances and proposed pay for soldiers. The piece notes that pensions and board allowances may rise to 20 or 30 dollars monthly, with debates on retroactive benefits and the value of military service. It cites opinions from St Paul Pioneer Press and Chicago Evening Post.
A garbled fragment references Jack Johnson and a political stance, mentioning Americans, a jab at rhetoric, and calls to keep a "jadletary" free from partisan influence. The text hints at civic messaging but is incomplete and unclear about specific actions, people, or dates.
A fragmented collection of snippets from the Sioux City Gazet, Tribune, and Journal notes on local men, retirement talk, peculiar wagers, and social curiosities. Officers, plumbers, and a retiree figure in playful, satirical vignettes about leaks, mild winters, and entertainments.
The article argues flies spread typhoid tuberculosis and other diseases, urging city officials to pass strict ordinances. It urges screening stable waste and garbage containment, noting most flies breed in stable wastes and garbage. It claims public health hinges on eliminating flies and envisions council seances to imagine dead children harmed by infected flies.
Ruth Cameron reflects on changing views of funeral services from a disdain for ritual to recognizing their value. She argues funerals provide structure, tasks, and consolation, guiding the bereaved through loss and aiding healing as time progresses. The piece ends with a question about how life may change her mind next.
The Rev. J. E. Stauffacher, a centennial pastor of almost 40 years, died in the Center Point pulpit after finishing a hymn, with the closing chorus and a sermon in his last moments. His death followed a long ministry and many sermons, leaving a broad spiritual legacy. The article also critiques political partisanship in the Iowa House with Speaker Pitt’s committee choices, noting a disjointed road and roads policy.
The Charles City press reports 1917 town lawmakers consider repealing several laws including insurance rating, presidential primary, direct primary provisions, and anti tipping, hinting the move could expand for public benefit. New York Tribune notes a free country vibe as bold attire travels Broadway unscathed. Franklin Counts Recorder remarks rural legislators may not trim whiskers yet study bills before voting.
In a tale from 1918, Caroline defies knitting chores to please her grandmother. After her grandmother's death she discovers hidden notes and gold pieces tucked in yarn. Following years of practice she amasses wealth piece by piece, ultimately inheriting the grandmother's furniture and cherishing the memory as she builds a life with Ned.
Rotary clubs in Dubuque Clinton Davenport Jowasa City Burlington Ottumwa and Marshalltown are invited to send delegates to the district conference next Saturday. Cedar Rapids members and wives will be entertained with a 6 45 pm dinner and talks by visiting Rotarians. Dr B Leslie Pidgeon and Geo M Ritchie will speak and impersonate. A committee Hoxie Lengles and Kessler will promote interest in the Sioux City conference January 22 23. If 20 delegates go a special sleeper will be chartered. G W Hellen to address Rotary
The Noonday Rotary meeting discussed Motor Trucks while expressing deep sympathy for Rotarian Harry Lauder. His son Captain Lauder was killed in service with the allied armies after volunteering at the start of the war. Hope remains amid wartime restraint.
An 19th century advertisement promises a cure for deafness caused by catarrh through a claimed mucous membrane condition. It asserts nine of ten cases stem from catarrh and offers a one hundred dollar prize for a proven cure, urging readers to send for a free circular and buy the product through F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio.
An advertisement promotes Cascarets as a safe family laxative that cleanses the liver and bowels without griping. It claims easy dosing like candy, relieving headache biliousness bad breath coated tongue sour stomach and constipation. It also recommends giving children Cascarets when sick or feverish.
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