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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1912
Page
2
The Waterloo Daily Courier reports ongoing editorial notes on butter prices and market conditions with criticism of price inflation and calls for congressional action. It includes a column on crime rates in major U.S. cities, summaries of various editorials from Des Moines and Mason City, and reflections on presidential politics favoring Taft’s renomination.
Ruth Cameron reflects on fate and daily life using a riding scene as a parable. One horse fights the bit while the other stays cheerful, illustrating that happiness arises from a contented mind and accepting circumstance rather than clinging to control.
A nonpartisan Ottumwa group labels itself to defend constitutional government against socialism and direct democracy proposals like initiative referendum and recall. It draws parsons and notable citizens from both major parties, seeks similar clubs in other cities, and questions the need for such organizational protections amid old‑line sentiment.
Multiple Iowa papers voice opinions on Democratic harmony and contenders. Mentions Harien, Clarke, Tummins, and local business reactions to the death of Melcher, with notes from Marshalltown, Webster City, Davenport, and Cedar Rapids on the political mood and notable figures.
A garbled collage of comic lines features Miss Ganderprest and Mr Prender wast in quirky dialogue from Chicago Tribune satire. A humorous scene shows Mrs Crabshaw debating a gown on credit while a neighbor jokes about ink and pens as Uncle Leven, a veteran worker, is summoned for supper by Aunt Caroline.
Uncle Leven jokes about his appetite as he eats from the great house table while Aunt Caroline worries if he will get fired up before finishing his meal. The scene, narrated in a folksy tone, captures a domestic moment of hunger and humor.
Rt M Roll a Kentucky delegate to the Mine Workers convention in Indianapolis accuses capitalists of using McManigal to destroy the Structural Iron Workers union. McManigal admits being hired by John J McNamara to dynamize non union sites and Llewellyn iron works in Los Angeles where he is imprisoned.
Washington January 25 Senator Kenyon issued a statement endorsing Iowa Senator Cummins for president while explaining his prior support for Taft. He cites Cummins leadership and fitness and urges Republicans to unite behind Cummins as Taft’s efforts to enforce the Sherman Act faced opposition from trust interests. He advised the White House of his position and said he cannot support Taft against Cummins. Foley Kidney Pills advertised for kidney and bladder trouble with quick results.
An ad by Judge V Dominguez of Humacao district court outlines five Porto Rican grievances including lack of American citizenship, executive overreach, no elective senate, self-government limits, and unclear political status. He calls for U S citizenship for Porto Ricans and direct election of U S senators.
The speaker argues the United States should grant Porto Rico full self government and treat its people as Americans. He asserts they oppose anti constitutional approaches and favor self representation, predicting U S status will advance commerce and politics in the region and earn global respect.
Dr G M Wray lists office in First National Bank building with general surgery and consultations. Hours 10 to 12 a m and 2 to 5 p m with Saturday evenings by appointment. Phone numbers Office 827 Residence 2260.
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