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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1915
Page
2
A Waterloo newspaper discusses why counties approve bonds for courthouses and schools but block road bond issues, arguing roads serve all residents year round while other structures are less universally used, urging reconsideration of Iowa law and federal policy comments.
President Wilson extols the flag as more than symbols of origin and states. He emphasizes liberty equality justice and humanity as core meanings woven through American history and calls for daily patriotism and reverent wear of the flag in hearts.
A reflection on the 140th anniversary of Bunker Hill contrasts the untrained colonial volunteers with British regulars. It emphasizes enduring American resolve, liberty as the motive, and the continued relevance of the patriot spirit in facing present dangers. The piece invokes Concord, Lexington, New Orleans, Antietam, Gettysburg, Manila Bay, and Bar Juan Hill to illustrate steadfast opposition to tyranny. It notes the current military may be weak, but the spirit remains ready to rally for defense. The message ends with a nod to Prescott and the flag’s resilience.
The United States, via the Red Cross, has shipped food and aid through several railroads into northern Mexico to help the starving amid the war stricken regions. The intervention aims to fulfill a humanitarian duty and finds no objection from authorities.
A condensed digest notes the week ending June 6 budget surplus deficits, federal balances, and comparisons to 1912 figures, interwoven with editorial judgments. It cites Brigan, Grant, and editorials, mocks Chicago Tribune forecasts, and touches on Wepburn, Addams, Harding, and Oseen.
Forty years ago American youths read of Kit Carson, a famed guide to General Fremont and a key figure shaping the West. Born Christopher, he hunted with Indians, supplied garrisons, and helped tame the frontier while serving as a soldier and Indian agent before dying in 1868.
A reflective piece on neighborly routines and the eve of dishwashing dread. The narrator recalls chores and the habit of adjusting to conditions, noting how weekly duties once felt burdensome but became tolerable, and contrasts patience with impatience at a telephone during evening calls.
The speaker contemplates adjusting to a new country and resenting delays, contrasting grim lives of others with the feeling some suffer more than it seems. They warn against using this to justify luxurious living while ignoring injustice, and hope to temper their own sense of unfairness.
A compilation of editorials questions to immigration policy and aid transparency. Des Moines capital debate draws praise for Des Moines while Mason City suggests Des Moines as capital. Ames Tribune questions secrecy in publishing public assistance recipients and argues veterans pensions are not charity.
The Charles City Intelligencer laments inadequate state effort to compensate creditors and criticizes strict grammar as less crucial than a right heart. It notes ministers and laypeople drift with evolving English rules while urging focus on sincerity over stylistic perfection.
The Dubuque Times-Journal notes President Wilson once nicknamed Bryan in a 1307 remark aimed at achieving a swift and dignified exit for Bryan. It frames the resignation as the culmination of that expressed wish.
Cedar Rapids Republican reports Cornell college Mt Vernon has named Charles W. Flint of Brooklyn N Y as president after a year with Dean Professor Freer at the helm. Flint brings a resumé of extensive educational service and degrees. The trustees delayed to ensure fit for a vigorous student body and expect further prospering years under new leadership.
Osage reports Flord Laughlin, vice president of the State Corn and Grain Growers Association north central district, will travel to Ames on Thursday for a Friday meeting and return Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Barker came back from Center Point Pennsylvania, visiting their relatives Walter Hall and Geo Grace, with Dr. Murphy of Denver on the return. A car of hogs fed by Floyd Laughlin. F. A. Walker and Clinton Car-
George Matthew Adams writes that human nobility is universal yet often unseen. He notes Jacob A. Bils's death eliciting praise from a former U.S. President and widespread mourning. The piece extols quiet service by mothers and workers, arguing nobility equals dedicated service regardless of status.
Elkton residents traveled to Chicago market guests at a daughter's home. Lola Frazer returned from Oregon and attended week with Miss Gae Horner visiting Ottumwa. Knudson of Milford TA visited Rosa Gilchrist home. WCTU members visited county home for supper. Dorsey Russell family from Lyle spent Sunday with local families. WU I U district will meet at the Baptist church with speakers and programs. Want Ads noted for Courier and Reporter readership.
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