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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1913
Page
2
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The essay argues that heirs of vast fortunes should adapt restraints to fit sober minds. It praises John Jacob Astor's son Vincent, noting his plan for agricultural progress and a charity voyage for New York workers. The piece questions wealth hoarding and defends prudent, generous use of wealth.
A Waterloo editorial criticizes Rock Island rail plans for an exclusive terminal, urging pragmatic cooperation to merge stations. It notes potential road objections over traffic rights and ticketing challenges while favoring a unified approach to improve local transit.
The writer argues that railroads Rock Island and Great Western should unite to share stations and services. They propose an arbitration board, possibly the state railroad commission or Waterloo citizens, to set terms. A combined depot would cut costs, save money, and boost patronage for Waterloo, which funds rail service.
A Courier reader questions whether a resolution for a lobby investigation would have passed in the Senate if Uncle George Perkins had a say on Iowa’s senator. The piece suggests Perkins and allies resist change while the Journal prides itself on not mixing Iowans in the matter. It asks if progressive Iowa voters heed the Journal’s desires.
The piece argues that dogs birds and horses suffer in heat and cold and urges readers to provide water bowls in backyards. It notes accompanying rules for horse owners and drivers to reduce animal suffering and asks humane attention to speechless pets.
A mixed column critiques the zeal for enforcing reforms while urging caution on women’s suffrage and poll taxes. It notes voters face a $2.50 annual tax and jury duties, praises sensible pro suffrage organizing, and comments on fashion color riots and a toothpick violin.
Ottumwa Courier notes doubt in Colonel Mulhall’s story citing a $10,000 consideration and questions honesty. Cedar Rapids Gazette flags a standpat Republican calling for broad reflection and apology for past stances.
An 1900s style critique describes cabarets as Parisian restaurants with vaudeville, noting their informality and sociability. It traces their transplant to New York, where diners consume meals and dance, with critics divided on meal impact but the cabaret spreads rapidly. A humorous, opinionated panorama of cabaret culture.
A compilation notes concerns about tariff law changes risking court delays. It cites Davenport and Shenandoah editorials urging clarity in administration features. It also predicts Senator Cummins will win reelection, with Knoxville Journal endorsing his influence and national stature.
The text argues Bryan, as head of the board, could headline five appearances weekly totaling thirty, with secretary impact and a $500 personal guarantee per date. It suggests a possible contract calling for at least that sum, estimating $15,000 over six weeks at cabinet pay levels, implying thrifty weeks and cumulative gains.
The Sioux City Journal outlines public reaction to the Mulhall controversy with brisk column sketches. Readers weigh in on the debate, reflecting local sentiment and media framing of the issue.
Fort Worth era itemizes short notices from July 16 1873 including travel plans of George W. Miller and I. M. Hay to Minneapolis, H. W. Holman visiting Conneautville, Knights of Pythias officers, a railway obstruction case in Farley Iowa, a severe hail storm near La Porte City with heavy damage, a royal scarlet lily at J. H. Williams’s Central house, and a note on H. C. Pratt as Illinois Central Fourth of July orator at Eldora with railway bonus.
The Traveling Men's association held its Cedar River park picnic with welcome from Dr. C F Chase and remarks by W H Wray. Music by Leland Moir Toney Bryant and Hazel Strayer followed. Bathers enjoyed a Cedar River plunge as a storm and cyclone rumors swept the area.
The text questions a resolution for an investigation and imagines how Iowan representation might affect it. It edgyly doubts leaders like Uncle George, Lafe Young, and Hepburn would back such action. It alludes to treason and hanging, and to cutting Aldrich and allies from payroll after defeat.
Tips for horse care in hot weather include loading lightly and driving slowly, watering in moderation, resting in shade, sponging sweat and harness marks, washing feet, and using vinegar water. If high temperatures persist, wipe with wet sponge, avoid hoses, and provide cooling measures and aromatic spirits as needed.
A collection of short humor snippets from varied papers. Witty exchanges on tobacco promises a new husband for coupons. A class scene quips about abnormal children. A night owl car joke and a remark from a grandmother's youth. A tirade ends with a playful plainness.
A fragment quotes witty lines from the Washington Star and Cinelonatt Enquirer noting microbes do not read newspapers and a jest about a man who boasted speed but claims he cannot cover running expenses. The excerpt blends humorous exchanges and clipping-like commentary.
The U S Department of Agriculture catalogs cases where road improvements raised farm and general land values, offsetting costs. In Lee County Virginia a 100 acre farm rose from 1800 to 3000 after 1908 road work, while Jackson County Alabama saw land values nearly double from 4.90 to 9.79 per acre and sale prices rise to about 15 dollars.
The article argues roads improve soil use not fertility, cutting hauling costs and raising farm values. It notes roads raise rural property demand and land prices as transportation costs fall and autos expand accessibility. Immigration rises where road conditions are favorable, reflecting a supply and demand dynamic for farmland. The ad cites Dr. H. W. Sigworth with contact numbers.
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