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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1919
Page
2
A column discusses the mystery of film tears and whether they are genuine or staged. It also features a lengthy piece praising J. E. Johnson for urging production push and population growth in Waterloo, Iowa, with a call to seize the 1925 expansion opportunity and spur industrial and housing development.
A Meson City Gazette editorial argues that a strong import tax secures a profitable home market, guiding American producers to sustain employment and export excess after domestic needs. It warns free trade jeopardizes industry and favors lower wage competition abroad. Fort Dodge Messenger notes an unusually mild winter after a late start, with forecasts of continued mild spells for the next ten weeks.
This health piece discusses how inflammation may start in the peritoneum or appendix area and progress variably. It cites causes from diet to injuries, stresses bacteria, lists symptoms such as pain, rigidity, nausea, vomiting, and notes fatal risks and the need for qualified medical care. Dr Currier offers general health Q and A through the Courier column.
A letter asks how to win friends and avoid gloom as a seventeen year old girl seeks love. The piece urges acceptance that popularity may be limited, that marriage is likely and often happy, and offers practical tips to ease insecurity. It stresses showing interest in others, avoiding self consciousness, and being a good sport to attract boys.
In Part II of The Sandman Story Reddy Fox taunts Mr Dog as the pursuer trips and Mrs. Dog suffers a swollen face. A gunshot ends Reddy Fox's run while Dog nurses injuries and both creatures vow to leave the area. Reddy Fox laments losing his tail and plans to move away.
The Charter Oak Times argues President Wilson must govern Democratic party factions and persuade peace conference delegates. Europe will pursue material gains, not ideals, making Wilson’s mission harder than any mythic labors as he seeks dignity and prestige for the United States.
The Courier reports 1868 improvements with 260000 spent and 150 buildings erected including notable Edmund Miller houses. Union and Pardee blocks plus St Mark's and Free Will Baptist churches cited, Cedar and City mill finished. Merchandise sales reach 2477710, eight saloons sold liquor valued at 16000. county population 20000 and total property value 5 million. Delayed weather note praises mild winter with temperatures ranging from below zero to 40 above.
George F Leland and Maggie Boyd wed Jan 15 with reception at Randolph Leland home. Emmons Johnson opens Waterloo Art Institute exhibit with works by M Ricker Mary Bags I Davis C F Couch Maggie Manson J L Girton Lane and Matt Parrott. Sleighing parties thrive amid lively Cedar Falls streets and local commerce as William McCord dies aged 81 in Fox township. George Althouse grocery robbed of 39. Dancing classes resume at Lincoln Hall under Prof D A Cutler.
The item notes G E Rickey and J W Knepper gaining control of Jelwein Telephone company in Waterloo. It reports an epidemic grip with victims of varying severity, honors for Mr and Mrs Klingaman on their thirtieth anniversary, death of Cedar Falls resident M N Dayton, and death of Deacon H A Lane. It also mentions Dr Richards estate sale of Water Street property, and marriage announcements for G A Goodell and Anna Dutton. Ice delivery by Wood & Sons to Chicago Great Western completed with 15 cars, 20 tons per car, 17 men and teams.
In Davenport Iowa Judge Wade finalizes sentences for four defendants all from Davenport. Walter Matthey gets one year and 11 days plus a $1000 fine. Fred Vollmer Charles Wiese and Albert H Miller receive $3000 fines each. Wallace the anti draft lecturer earlier received two years.
An advertisement touts liquid argon as a guaranteed cure for dandruff. Apply about four ounces nightly to moisten and rub the scalp, promising removal of all dandruff by morning with several follow ups. Claims include relief from itching and shinier hair, with arvoyn available at drug stores.
An advertisement touts a weight loss system from Korein Co offering a method to shed 10 to 60 pounds under $100. It claims quick, lasting results and a plain wrapper, inviting readers to write for the book. The offer targets Waterloo residents and Americans nationwide.
J A McGrea known as Daddy and Grandpa credits a simple home mixture for darkening gray hair. He claims a half pint water with bay rum Barbo Compound and cerine makes hair soft and glossy without dyeing or staining the scalp. He recommends applying twice weekly, calling his friends the Kid.
An advertisement promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable liver and bowel aid. It claims to cleanse the skin, brighten eyes, and relieve constipation without calomel like dangerous after effects. It notes millions sold yearly at 10¢ and 25c per box and urges taking one or two nightly.
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