War burden and a great Iowa newspaper anniversary
A long editorial argues war as humanity’s heaviest burden, urging revision of views and noting peaceful efforts may fail yet worth attempting. It highlights the Burlington Hawk-Eye’s seventy-fifth anniversary, praising its history, editors, and influence in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Orso
Europa
Flestiny
Ever
Breyer
Ferhans
Iowa
Burlington
Hawk-Efs
Jacult
Town End
Hawk-Eye Wiill
Halcyon
Frank Hatton
Bob Burr Mette
7. L. Wate
Hawk-Eye
Mr. Waite
Courier and Reporter
Waterloo Evening Courier notice page fragment 1927
Fragment from the Waterloo Evening Courier and Reporter dated Friday January 26 1927 includes masthead details and advertising policy. It notes circulation claims and rates for daily and Sunday editions, carrier and mail prices, and general advertising rules. The page shows staffing credits for editors and correspondence and lists offices in New York Philadelphia and Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo Evening Courier
Ember Associated Press
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Hartman Co
West Park Ave
John Hartman
AL W, Peterson
Sec
Treas
Gene Slee
Post Ofice
Wateroo
Iowa
Waterloo
Altogeth Washington Burray
Munsey Blas. AG
Doughert
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Story
Brooks & Finley
Nep's
Pigeon Holes for People by Ruth Cameron Side
Ruth Cameron Side argues against labeling people as types and stresses individual variation. Examples include open fireplaces, dogs, and three brothers showing that habits and traits shift with context, making rigid pigeonholing unreliable and discouraging.
Iowa cheer: prosperity fuels growth and pride in Iowa
An Iowa editorial extols the state’s prosperous economy and industrious, law abiding citizens. It argues population numbers mislead and stresses character, wealth per capita, and strong production as Iowa’s core strengths, while lightly noting bootlegger concerns and political chatter. The piece cites national comparisons and urges continued patience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Webster City
Vreeman-Tribune
California
Golden State
Towa
Lawa
Zoe
Uiinnais
Teally
The New American City and Public Reform Debates
A condensed survey of editorials from major papers debating city governance modeling through commissions vs. emulation of Dayton and Topeka plans. It contrasts St. Louis and other cities, critiques Wilsonian ideals, Bryan’s cautions, and the Bluesky decision upholding state police powers over fraudulent stock schemes.
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New York Evening Post
Topeka
Dayton
St. Louis Republic
Ag F
Louie
Clare
Menzina
Boston
Seattle
San Diego
St. Augustine
St. Louis
James Bryce
United States
New York World
United States Supreme Court
Congress
Absurd Comic Fragments Mixed With Light Nonsense
A jumble of humorous quips and casual remarks from various papers. Rumor mill chatter cites jokes about Boston and Washington society, a hotel prize necklace tale, and a handful of stray cartoons or snippets about dogs, Mexican events, and daily headlines.
The Sandman Story for Tonight i-1
A tale of four oak saplings that long for distant cities. The Great Oak of the Forest sends them to be transplanted, and they endure life in a hot city park while birds carry messages to their mother, till they dream of forest shade and Earth’s old rustle. Tomorrow’s story is The Lost Toll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McClure News
Pdiper Syndicate
Views on democracy and primary system debate in Grundy Center
A letter discusses the rule of the people versus restricted democracy, praising the primary system while urging reform to avoid despotism, citing Gov Clarke’s record and party loyalty. It questions abolition of the primary and supports retaining and improving it. Typhoid fever death noted in Traer, Jan. 26. Traer resident J Neilson dies after typhoid and complications, survived by widow and child, with relatives in Denmark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grundy Center
The
Roosevelt
Gov. Clarke
Clarke
Towa
Wight
Thirice
Cummins
Kenyon
Traer
Juenl Neilson
Blessing
Tom Cummings
Farnham Hospital
Denmark
Use of Halp Penny by The Philadelphia Telegraph
The Philadelphia Telegraph argues half pennies should be coined and suggests that the fixed salary contingent during periods of high prices could save money. The Louisville Courier-Journal notes this stance as part of broader monetary discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville Courier-Journal
Philadelphia Telegraph
Editor’s Apology for a Misspelled Event Word
A Williamsville North Dakota editor issues a heartfelt apology after mislabeling Mrs. Orlando Overlook’s fete as Big Feet. The piece credits him with best intentions yet laments the harm from a wrong heading and the futile apologies that follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Williamsville
N. D
Lorlando Overlook
Overlook Big Feet
Tony
Danderine Ad Promises Quick Hair Regrowth
An old advertisement claims dandruff causes feverish scalp irritation and hair loss. It urges readers to buy a 25 cent bottle of Danderine from any drug store, rub a small amount into the scalp, and asserts that hair stops shedding after several applications with no dandruff remaining.
California Syrup of Figs Ad Warns Against Castor Oil
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to switch from harsh calomel and castor oil to California Syrup of Figs for children. It claims the fruit laxative is safe, loved by kids, and cleanses the liver and bowels, with directions and 50 cent pricing on each bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Keep Looking Young Olive Tablets Promised by Dr Edwards
Dr Edwards of Ohio promotes Olive Tablets as a gentle substitute for calomel to stimulate liver and bowels. The ad claims 90 percent of sickness stems from inactive bowels and liver and promises improved vitality and a clear, radiant complexion. Olive tablets are sold for 1 and 3e per box by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwards
Ohio
D D D Prescription Skin Remedy Promoted By Druggists
An advertising copy touts a wintergice glycerine based D D D Prescription for skin ailments. The mild wash claims to penetrate, relieve burning and itches, kill and wash away disease germs, and soothe inflamed states with healing oils. Pack sizes include 25c, 60c and more.
Washing Won't Rid Head of Dandruff
An advertisement claims four ounces of ordinary argon dissolve dandruff when rubbed into the scalp at night. It promises rapid results with multiple applications, stopping itching and leaving hair shiny and soft. It notes liquid argon is available at any drug store and is inexpensive.
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Jevern
Earth
Tts
America
Thel Byrne
Marisra
Flo
Counias
John Barleycorn
League
Bryan
Tronsevelt
Ruth Cameron
Maine
Billy “Sunedar
Sunday
Meson City
Warker
Ottumwa
Dryan
Minneapolis
Wan
Willan Jennings Bryan
Mr. Wilson
Wilson
Soldiata
Suilors
Parliament of Nations
Corea
Lorder
Easu
Oyster Bay
Uputting
Masachusetts
Ako
Allibazar
Whir
Mose
Baltimore American
Washington Star
Mex
Carranza
Vila
Birmingham St Herald
Sandman
Mrs. F. A. Walker
the Little Oak
Bell-Ans
Jan
Northwestern Railroad
Minneapolis Journal
Rum
Atchison Globe
D. D. D. Saay
D.D.D
Manuler Brus
E. 5Th St. Hardware Co
Mayr
Si Prema Court
Geo
E. Mayr
Mfg
J. K. Jader & Son
Wangler Bros. Co
Bright
Frank T. Hartman
Fifth and Mulberry Streets
East Side Library
C. W. Bruner
Black Hawk Building
W. E. Patterson
Commercial Bank
Plenty
Union Pacific
Los Angeles
RK. Gre, DB
A A. Nut W
Ath's Ges
Moines
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