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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1918
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier lists Associated Press usage rights and publication details. It notes editor John C Hartman and secretary treasurer A W Peterson, with address 4209-12 West Park Ave and staff credits. Washington Bureau correspondent listed as Doughe aterion, lows.
The article argues farms face a severe labor shortage as planting time nears and draft policies threaten scarce workers. It cites furlough proposals, patriotic groups, wage competition, and the need for trained labor to avert a repeat of food shortages, while mourning Corporal Lewis E. Deits wounded in France.
A Mitchell Palmer custodian of enemy property decides to sell the German interests in his country and separate them from enemy control to prevent profits for German concerns or the imperial government after the war. The move reflects concerns over Germany's postwar economic hold and aims to safeguard American labor and resources.
The piece argues wartime finance demands and German reparations while praising home front efforts. It highlights Chicago Red Cross gatherings for lonely volunteers, Billy Sunday’s fundraising, and a note on Easter’s approach amid ongoing conflict.
Iowa editors argue the Iowa Democratic readers back Senator Kenyon, praising his likability and wartime support as the main election issue. The pieces note Republican Wisconsin clashes and urge focus on administration loyalty while warning of wartime food and tax debates.
A blind U S Army veteran with a wife and three children pleads for help finding lodging after fleeing ruins and occupation in a village. He meets editor and is directed to Paris relief effort led by M Brieux, aiding blind soldiers and families with self supporting homes near Paris. The charity, funded by Americans, urges readers to donate and support war relief initiatives.
Reader questions cover stroke first aid and recovery, heart disease symptoms and lifestyle changes, and underweight concerns. Advice emphasizes bed rest after stroke, careful monitoring, limited medications, avoiding strenuous activity, and seeking prompt medical evaluation.
A marriaged couple and a columnist explore why people insist others admit fault. The piece weighs justice versus self interest and asks why individuals rarely seek to acknowledge their own mistakes. It argues apologies are rare even among those who recognize faults and considers whether pride or personal dynamics drive the reluctance.
Mr Fox finds a roadside spyglass and uses it to plan easy thefts of farmyard hens. He misreads the glass, spots danger late, and is chased by a farmer and dog. He hides in a bear’s house and learns to peek through the correct end, vowing not to trust a two ended spyglass again.
A St Louis Globe-Democrat correspondent critiques Dr Arthur C Parry Jr and his American History claim that copperheads bore copper cent head badges. Evidence shows copperhead label arose from snake metaphor not copper badges, with figures like Sherman and Grant expressing scorn. Badges and butternut pins appear briefly. no definitive copperhead badge evidence found.
Advertorial note touts Ulypto Ointment as a scientific pain eliminator using eucalyptus derivatives. Claims instant relief for headaches rheumatic pains and congestion with additional cough drops named Quick-Stop. Sold at druggists for 25 or 50 cents and via Mecasnen Chem Co Falls City Nebraska with local pharmacy endorsements.
Berlin reports the Finnish government has requested a Kaiser’s son as king. The Chicago Herald notes this as a likely effective path to ending the Finnish government, reflecting a sinister tone toward changes from Maisie to California.
An old advertisement warns soaps and shampoos dry the scalp and damage hair. It endorses pure coconut oil as a gentle cleanser requiring only one or two teaspoonfuls to clean hair and scalp, leaving hair soft, shiny, and easy to manage. Coconut oil is advertised as inexpensive and widely available at pharmacies.
A vintage ad promotes King’s New Discro… King’s New Discoy as a family remedy for colds throat tickle sneezing and chest congestion. It claims rapid relief from coughing and watery eyes and markets Dr King’s New Life Pills as a stomach and bowel cleanser and tonic for overall health.
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