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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1914
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier reports on city growth with two new school buildings planned, railroad station hopes, and ongoing municipal politics including mayoral candidacy chatter. It notes national issues, labor in Iowa, and skepticism about war, reflecting a period mood.
The departure of John Bassett Moore from the state department is viewed as a genuine loss by informed observers. The reason remains unofficial, but the consensus blames “too much Bryan” and credits Moore’s exceptional diplomatic expertise in foreign affairs.
The New York Tribune questions a rising wave of sentimentality sweeping America as it recalls earlier fads like The Rosary After the Ball and Banks of the Wabash. It warns politics graft and public hypocrisy could intensify the trend unless science in government and business curbs it.
The Chicago Record Herald argues there should be no secrecy about Americans in Mexico and that statements must be fully authenticated and explicit to show responsibilities, policy hearings, and factual consequences. It notes Wilson became president March 4, 1918 and references widespread reported outrages and pi orders.
A sharp essay critiques snobbery in prose that leans on famous names to cover weak ideas. It laments literary pretension across democracy, cites Napoleon and Caesar, and argues high names distract from honest writing. The piece ends noting Queen Mary’s order to separate royal households from business to curb graft.
A Sioux City Tribune item notes Felix Dine wants to borrow an American army for his planned invasion of Mexico. The piece sits among a column of satirical notes from Iowa papers.
A collection of humorous clippings from public speeches and daily life. Anecdotes include Lloyd George in Wales humor, a deacon introducing a politician, a bishop’s remark, mistaken aviation aside, and light exchanges about manners and drinks. The untidy excerpt ends with a hunter line about if we only had some bam.
Ad promotes Mi-o-na tablets as a quick fix for indigestion and stomach fits. It claims relief from nerves and blues, improves digestion, strengthens stomach walls, and offers immediate relief with a money back if not benefited. Sold at Wangier Bros. Drug Co and local drugstores.
This piece argues the income tax targets the rich and grows harsher with wealth. It claims only those earning high incomes face meaningful charges while suggesting severe rates could strip vested interests of their holdings and reduce consumer prices.
A Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph ad touts Foley Kidney Pills as thoroughly effective for backache rheumatism and kidney ailments. Testimonial from A A Jeffords of McGrew Nebraska claims back pain relief after using one bottle. Sold by all druggists.
A widow plans apartment houses and learns plumbing by studying books and catalogs. The piece urges using encyclopedias, government bulletins, and local libraries to access practical information and save money. It notes the value of librarians and the idea that vast book resources go underutilized.
Des Moines March 12 counties of the state will receive more cash on April 1 from automobile tax apportionment than last year. Treasurer W C Brown says receipts total about 470000 now and may exceed 500000 by month end. Last year April 1 receipts were 357927.65. Allocations follow township counts with 1648 townships statewide. Adair county with 22 townships gains a larger share.
The report notes Dallas county’s larger area and population than Adair county, a 1913 apportionment of 223 021.88 dollars, and an auto count near 50 000 with many new cars. It mentions refunds for four year registered cars, state funds on hand, and general taxes due in April. It covers Rand field mining’s electric blasting and a portrait of A H Mason as a dressed British novelist, plus annual counterfeit arrests at about 400 nationwide.
A home remedy outlines making a cough syrup by combining sugar and warm water with Pinex and honey option. It touts rapid relief within 24 hours, boosts appetite, and suits bronchial issues. The text promises money-back satisfaction and urges obtaining genuine Pinex from a local druggist or The Pinex Co in Fort Wayne Indiana.
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