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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1917
Page
2
The article discusses how traditional political and social ideas have largely vanished amid wartime upheaval. It notes that old values no longer hold, and only adaptable ideas survive as peace terms shape a new world order. The piece argues that the divine right of kings has been dealt a severe blow.
The Supreme Court upheld the eight hour law but its immediate impact was muted by a prior agreement implementing the measure. The ruling signals a shift toward a living constitution and liberal interpretation, reinforcing labor rights and federal regulation of industry. Justice McKenna’s lone hours of service view contrasts with others as wage fixing. Dissenting Justice McReynolds envisions broader wage and arbitration effects.
The Iowa House of Representatives refuses to repeal a long standing anti tipping statute from the prior assembly. The law was never enforced and may have faced removal in court if challenged. Two explanations arise: the assembly viewed repealing as a joke on the attorney general who pledged to enforce all statutes still on the books.
A fragmentary column recalls Jeff McLemore’s link to a congressional resolution barring Americans from traveling on belligerent ships, notes its defeat, and mentions a Justice Department probe into a possible shoe trust prompted by his wife’s footwear costs. The column also brushes on Russia, political revolt, and lingering legislative bustle as All Fools Day nears.
Sioux City Tribune notes delayed trains provoke humor and sympathy in railroad towns with 20 to 30 day gaps. Stratford D. cites a 30 day 45 minute lateness, while communities celebrate belated grain deliveries. Also covers Senators Cummins Kenyon back to Iowa amid war power debate and a light critique of the presidents decisions. Mason City Glove Gazetted ponders a woman on the two cent stamp amid lighter commentary. Davenport Times observes Iowa senators’ remarks now clarified.
Municipally Journal argues the April 16 extra session must quickly solve the house organization to avoid deadlock. A bipartisan plan could retain Champ Clerk, assign committee chairs evenly, and curb independents gains while preserving strong leadership and presidential support.
The letter urges Nicolas to visit Marshalltown to experience lifestyle perks. It jokes about czars and kingship, suggesting Nick join the Marshalltown Club and Country Club and find a house on a goon street. The tone is playful and inviting.
A historical health column discusses diabetes management focusing on diet over topicals, listing permissible foods and bans, including soups without flour, eggs, meats, vegetables, and sugar-free drinks. It also covers patient questions about ulcers, travel and hair treatment, with physician Dr. Huber offering cautions and urging professional care.
Ruth Cameron analyzes Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, arguing wives may spark coolness between husbands and their own families. She describes how airing grievances to husbands creates lingering resentment, and questions if any wife recognizes the pattern.
A bedtime tale unfolds as stars conspire to free the sun and moon from Old Witch Neda. Little Star volunteers to descend, distracts Neda, and aims to unlock the celestial prison with a magic broomstick ritual.
In a fairy tale rescue, Little Star frees the sun and moon locked by Old Witch Neda. She slips into the witch’s house, turns the key, and uses the cape to smother the witch’s hold, guiding the sun and moon back to the sky as stars celebrate her courage. The broomstick becomes stars forming a cross to honor Little Star’s bravery.
In the Knoxville Express the author notes America is on the verge of war and drifting toward conflict, describing the nation as not yet at open war but being crowded toward it by circumstances and pressures. The piece frames the current stance as cautious yet inexorably moving toward confrontation.
An advertisement touts Danderine to readers, claiming it cleanses dust and dandruff, nourishes the scalp, stops itching and hair loss, and promises new hair growth after weeks of use. It urges buying a 25 cent bottle from druggists or toilet counters to achieve soft, lustrous hair like a young girl.
The public prefers avoiding war but accepts action when necessary. They trust the leader who has kept the nation out of conflict so far and hope he can maintain peace until opposing sides are sober enough for calm settlement.
An optimistic observation notes a man believing he has found a cigar as good as the 19-cent brands, comparing value and satisfaction in a tongue in cheek Lansing style.
An article promotes a beauty method called skin osmosis using warm water and roseated cream to rejuvenate rough, aging skin. It claims visible changes in three weeks, advises specific products like Creme Tokalon Reseatch and Japanese ice Pencils, and cites Mile Simone Mareix of Paris guaranteeing results with dealer receipts.
Vintage advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a quick penetrating cough remedy and pain reliever. Claims no rubbing needed, non staining, useful for rheumatism neuralgia gout sprains and strains. Appears in drugstores priced 25 cents to a dollar.
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