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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1913
Page
6
The United States educational bureau reports progress in the Philippines under US governance. Filipino men learn farming trades while women train in household industries and embroidery for foreign markets.
The piece lauds President Wilson for overriding political convention and appointing Edgar Clark to the Interstate Commerce Commission after Taft’s failed appointment. It argues his independence endears him to the public, while criticizing party bosses and machines. Also noted are civic lectures by experts and David F. Houston joining Washington University as agriculture secretary and ally to Wilson.
Meéxico may stand Huerta's Russianism briefly but not long. The Sonora challenge is stronger than expected early in the game, testing the state’s resolve and signaling a tense start to the contest.
The article argues that President Wilson and Democrats will avoid drastic tariff cuts to protect American industries. It stresses cautious, gradual reductions and warns Republicans and reform factions might rally if tariffs are drastically altered, risking a GOP or bull moose challenge in 1916.
A playful essay extols the violin as the supreme musical instrument while noting its construction from glued wood, catgut strings, and a horsehair bow. It humorously praises its emotional impact, cost variations from $2.35 to $10,000, and the long, peculiar learning arc, calling the fiddle a remarkable educator of the feet.
The columnists debate Wilson's presidency and the progressive era. Opinions range from praise of his long study of government to expectations of a strong progressive Democratic leadership. Public mood reflects cautious optimism about Wilson's administration.
A group of Rockford women from two generations discuss how much husbands reveal about income and business. The piece links shared financial openness to evolving home roles and hints at sympathy for broader suffrage shifts in society and in the workplace.
The speaker argues for women’s rights beyond suffrage, noting a man’s private fairness despite public opposition. She envisions women as equal partners with distinct strengths, celebrating any sign of progress toward recognizing women’s place in society and governance.
Collier's argues the 1920 census will show rural population rising as tariffs fall. Economic pressure, not sentiment, will drive city dwellers to farms, lowering living costs and benefiting future generations despite short term disruption.
The Times-Republican reports concrete paving proven in Eldora Osage Toledo Mason City and Marshalltown with seven inches thick in two courses at 1.08 to 1.23 per square yard. Sioux City St Louis and Chicago show durable results on hills and heavy traffic. Iowa seven year cost around 20 dollars per year for a sixty foot frontage, with early spring contracts advised for best bids.
The text argues that continued growth of eastern manufacturing farms will boost farm output and curb living costs, while city property owners may suffer. It contrasts eastern cities with Western growth and cites historical declines in London and Rome to warn that unchecked urban expansion raises taxes and rents, prompting migration to the countryside.
A editorial note from the Des Moines Register and Leader cites readers who freely comment on topics beyond their expertise, reflecting on public discourse and the limits of knowledge in opinion exchanges.
John Livingston Lowes argues headline writing is a hurried art requiring instant grasp of a tale. He notes headlines must be brief, expressive, and fit fixed column widths, unlike other arts that allow revision.
A speaker jests at headlines and pictures, remarking that mocking newsprint harms the Lowes as they read headlines. The note claims readers are affected by such taunts and argues the act is immaterial to others.
President Wilson’s second day in the White House featured formal reception of Baron Chinda of Japan who brought the Japanese emperor’s congratulations. Ambassador Bryce of Great Britain met the president informally, while Augustus Thomas and Frederick C. Penfield were discussed as possible ambassadors to European ports.
Mrs. Inex Lewis of Baring Maine reports her four month old son suffered severe eczema spreading to face hands and arms. After applying a cloth mask and tightening the hands the child improved with Hood's Sarsaparilla taking a few months to complete cure. The product is promoted as a blood remedy and body cleanser in liquid or chocolate tablet form.
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