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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1918
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier notes on water pressure comparisons for submarines and the Pacific depth, mocks seeking a Russia diagnosis, and reports Dubuque county Republicans opposing peace without victory while praising Kenyon Cummins and Sweet. It contrasts Eastland and Columbia river disasters with wartime losses in Illinois.
A World War I era Canadian soldier in Flanders finds a schoolhouse primer among ruins. The lesson extols horses as ideal farm animals and contrasts student observation with entertained spectacle. Weather data notes May and June rainfall, explaining earth moisture and water weight per square mile.
The piece argues after the war nations must form a world power with an executive police to enforce international law. It envisions a world government with representatives from all nations, preventing future wars by limiting armed forces and upholding treaties. Continued tomorrow.
A collage of editorials and quotes from Iowa papers criticizes President Wilson on tariffs unions preparedness and woman suffrage while praising his rhetorical skill The pieces note Prohibition in Knoxville and reflect on Prohibition era closures and possible shifts to schooling for mentally disabled children The column also cites Uncle Joe Cannon’s humor and quips about veterans returning home during the war
In New York, 24 women began duties as ticket choppers at 7 subway stations and the Waldorf Astoria bell staff. Interborough plans 150 more and 400 total as openings rise with the new “H” subway line. Some women may later guard trains. most will work on upper floors and bellboy tasks.
In this health column Dr Currier discusses antiseptic lotions for skin and mucous membranes, noting safety concerns with mercury and carbolic acid. He outlines suitable antiseptics, their cautious use, and advises consulting a physician for guidance. The piece also mentions public inquiries and personal correspondence to Dr Currier.
The piece extols skilled, effortless acts in everyday work from fishermen and carpenters to typists and housewives. It links swift, precise motions to beauty, rhythm, and harmony, suggesting mastery creates a quiet poetry in routine tasks.
In a palace garden Merick returns to the grieving Princess Tana whom the King sought to wed to other suitors. He confesses eternal love, refuses gold, and reenters the scene to comfort her. Their hearts renew as Merick declares his lifelong love and the pair find happiness together.
Earl E Hayes writes from Waterloo Iowa on July 7 to clarify that he was not forced to choose between army or jail. He explains a prior mischaracterization and notes he sought a new examination after medical issues improved, leading to reclassification from 5 G and assignment to Company K.
Ignacio Campis, Mary Campis, Solano Gendusa and Cologera Gendusa, serving life terms for kidnapping and murder in 1907, were released on commutation and left for New York. The act allows life-term inmates with good conduct to be considered for commutation after 10 years six months.
In New Orleans the governor signed papers releasing prisoners amid debate over the law. Henry L. Fuqua said blame lies with the statute, not officials. The Lamana boy was kidnapped and murdered in 1906, and released prisoners faced life terms and possible reactivation if re-arrested. The Lamana family threatened lynching. citizenship remains unreinstated.
Use pure cocoanut oil as a grease free shampoo instead of soaps. Wet hair, rub in one to two teaspoons, produce rich lather, rinse easily, and remove dust dirt and oil. Leaves hair fine silky bright fluffy and easy to manage. Obtain cocoanut oil at drug stores. cheap and long lasting.
Advertisement touts bitro phosphate as the best way to overcome extreme thinness by feeding nerves and body cells with phosphoric elements. It claims rapid weight gain, improved health, and bright eyes, urging use only by those seeking flesh and vigor.
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