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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
2
Dr. Frank Crane argues that humans are parts of nature and must align with its will to find happiness. He cites the universe’s vast laws and a steady flow of life and death, urging acceptance of nature’s plan as the path to harmony, contrasting it with disaster from dissent.
Columbia, one of America’s oldest cities, grew after becoming state capital in 1786. It boasts a $4,000,000 capitol, the world’s largest cotton mill, and water powered industry. The city sits 100 feet above the Congaree, plans a 10 foot coast channel, and features four grand boulevards from the capitol.
Wu Ting Fang, famed Chinese diplomat to Washington, in Harper's Monthly expresses sympathy with prohibition. He notes China’s war on opium and hopes America will become as free of alcohol as China is of opium. A book by an American woman influenced him to become a teetotaler.
A humorous high turnout editorial argues Black Hawk County should appoint a single sheriff due to broad public interest and the impracticality of many running. It suggests defeated candidates unite under one leader to avoid division and ensure stable law enforcement.
The world admires three men who jumped into the Delaware River to save companions though not swimmers themselves. The piece questions whether lasting heroism is as noble as dramatic sacrifice and reflects on enduring loyalty and sacrifice beyond a single moment.
A excerpted critique notes Wu Tingfang formerly Chinese minister in the United States presents a foreign perspective on American religion, government, and reform. It highlights perceived Western arrogance, domestic self-satisfaction, and moral contrasts between East and West in a cautious, diplomatic tone.
An article notes the Y’s effort to stimulate interest and widen membership across classes, favoring factory workers and office staff alike. It mentions a Saturday evening program, aims to promote Americanism via class mingling, and the broader sociological goals of the association.
Robbing Gilman head worker of University Settlement praised the I W W before the Inter-city conference at Leary Street settlement house. He called the winter work a success, saying the I W W achieved publicity and highlighted unemployment while Bowery workers were hopeless. The I W W were described as red blooded and intellectually keen, contrasting with Bowery workers.
A number of auto drivers complain to police about children playing baseball and other games in the streets. Several past accidents arose from this, with many children held partly responsible. An incident on Fifth Street west involved E. M. McKevitt colliding with Jean Rohrer, though Rohrer was not seriously injured. A mention of not speaking and unrelated lines appear, including quotes about duty and a New York Tribune snippet.
The Iowa Bankers Association urges cooperation with the state highway program and new roads law. The good roads committee, meeting in Des Moines March 12, 1914, backs the law as a pivotal step toward permanent, uniform highways, while noting opposition from old road officials. A campaign to correct misinformation and enlist bankers statewide is recommended.
Ship officials provided names and addresses of about 15,000 top men across Iowa to the road association, aiding literature distribution and promoting statewide cooperation. A copy was sent to the Iowa state highway commission for pamphlets and bulletins on the new road law as permanent bridges culverts and grades are pursued plus concrete surfaces.
A fragmented collection of humorous newspaper quips recounts errors and wit. An office boy mocks a proof reader while a critic laments high odor headlines. The Chicago Post cites a humorous misprint about a violin solo and a wife’s writing, with a jab at editors.
The piece argues that business fields shift with eras and today’s crowded field may become tomorrow’s opportunity. It notes that new prospects always arise, urging recognition of today’s chances rather than yesterday’s fulfilled possibilities. A friend’s affordable old house becomes coveted as neighborhoods grow, illustrating changing value.
The speaker reflects on recognizing opportunities in changing conditions. A forward view, not luck, built a home and wealth by spotting transport growth and population spread. Cultivate the ability to see future trends, pivot when one path fills, and stay ahead rather than complain about luck.
Federal probe into master plumbers’ association reveals carded boycotts against independents blocking material and workers. GN Murdock led evidence gathering. 175 witnesses questioned. 160 sleuths, three weeks. Trial before Judge McPherson expected this fall. investigation centers on midwest region with broader scope anticipated.
Flowing text describes measuring flour sugar salt and powder with cream or milk to form a dough less stiff than biscuits. Mentions KC Bain Powders and sifting flour baking powder salt into shortening, then combining to create dough.
The text notes a federal inquiry sweeping the western states with a grand jury in Salt Lake City, then moving to Philadelphia for the eastern plumbers case. It also praises the Courier’s Want ads for serving daily.
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