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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1927
Page
3
A fragment from a column titled Ain't It a Grand and Glorious Feeling presents lighthearted reflections and cultural jests. The snippet hints at social mood and witty commentary typical of a period humor page.
Waterloo Daily Courier announces advertising rules including rejection of fraudulent or harmful ads and reserves rights to edit or omit parts. Lists rate practices, payment terms, and office representatives in New York Philadelphia Chicago Los Angeles and San Francisco.
A visitor to England notes British newspapers publish far fewer murder stories, avoid sensational halftones and diaries, and keep crime coverage restrained. He contrasts this with American papers that emphasize sensational crime reports, biographies, and timelines, urging toned down presentation for public benefit.
A New York operator sold worthless stock for real money, using a financial journal to attack reputable firms and mislead shareholders. He aimed to divert proceeds to himself via bogus tips, with authorities eventually stopping the scheme. Investors are urged to verify reputations before acting on advice.
The legislature weighs a modification to shield wages up to 20 dollars weekly while 90 percent of higher earnings would be exempt from execution. Proponents say honest debtors who try to pay should not face penalties, while critics point to a small group of debtors who exploit the exemption.
In a referendum on teaching children about human life and reproduction, eight to nine dissenters were anonymous while over 3,000 responses were signed. Anonymous letters urge restraint and warn against discussing biology as smut, while other voters note that children often learn from outside sources before parents address the topic. A father’s role and the need for parental instruction are highlighted, with hopes that someday fathers will speak up.
Questions and Answers column discusses oleomargarine versus butter calories per ounce, vitamin value, and diet implications for children. It covers iodine use in water emergency doses, and tomato vitamin C, heat impact on vitamin C, and home canning effects, plus guidance on sending letters to Dr. Brady for health inquiries.
Van Wyck cites a rise of “The New Morals” and reviews Antioch College's bulletin defining morality as conduct shaped by consequences. A seven point code urges good will health lougenics integrity inquiry symmetry and aspiration aiming for a durable rock of ages rather than quicksand.
Rostoen Transcript notes Michu Root reached eighty-two without surrendering to reporters seeking an interview. The New York World comments that a man listening to music during surgery might feel as if he were on an operating table, illustrating the ongoing radio era punditry.
The Ohio State Journal notes Senator Heflin as a quick witted figure who would not pass up a chance to make a pointed remark about buckwheat cakes if invited to a White House breakfast.
A Hartford Times item notes the challenge of distinguishing dominant personalities from bad actors, while a New York Telegram piece highlights how Texas now contains many penitentiary cells, underscoring the reach of penal institutions.
New York on March 4 offers a vivid panorama of midtown and Bowery life. The author notes towering skyline contrasts with tender spring feelings and a carnival of urban scenes from credit ads to street performers. He recalls old-time theater signs and rough humor, while predicting a shift toward mainstream entertainment.
A sharp dressed stranger, bearing a dagger and the motto Death before dishonor tattooed on his breast, was jailed today for chicken stealing. Abe Martin notes the line between relief for consumers and harming business.
Uncle Wiggily the rabbit hides in a hollow stump as a nearby voice calls and voices discuss a possible meeting about flowers. The scene centers on cautious curiosity and a playful pursuit in the woods.
Arabella Chick hides from the Bad Chaps until Uncle Wiggily discovers her with a bouquet of paper flowers. The fox sniffs the flowers, cannot smell perfume, and jokes about a cold. Arabella and Uncle Wiggily escape as they head home with the playful bouquet.
YOOLISHW MAN, Toledo Brnde presents a reflection on freedom and responsibility. The piece notes that while a person is born free, they soon incur debts once they reach an age of awareness, illustrating social pressure and financial pitfalls for youths.
The Gray Phantom confronts Marr and the Duke's gang in the Duke's suite as Helen hides in the bedroom. He weaponizes an automatic, warns off interference, and ponders the leftmost emergency disc while fearing death and considering calling the police by telephone. TO BE CONTINUED.
Readers posed questions about robins returning, fish species of South Carolina, and taming reptiles. The column cites 1927 Bureau notes and provides answers on wildlife behavior and animal temperaments, including differences between pheasants and grouse, limpet adhesion strength, and buffalo dispositions.
A reminiscence on Chinese and Japanese coolies drawn to rickshaws by hunger. The piece describes their labor, hardships, and short lifespans, noting the origin of the term coolie and reflecting on China’s struggles. The author signs off with a teaser for tomorrow’s Saturday Talk.
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