The Writing on the Wall and War Talk Across Nations
The Waterloo Evening Courier columns discuss the fall of European monarchies and rising democracy after Russia’s abdication. It notes Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg’s praise of mass influence and President Roosevelt urging urgent American military readiness, while warning the US lacks a large army for Europe. It also promotes Belgian and Armenian relief through the war effort and highlights spring distractions and local notes.
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Europe
Nicholas
England
Haly
Hohenzollerns Amd
Hiapsburgs
Russia
Drussia
Che
Bethmatin-Hullweg
Bethmann-Hollweg
Reichsiag
Cal. Roosevelt
New York
France
Balkans
Roosevelt
Sign of Death Prompts Speed Warning on Rural Iowa Road
The Motor club of Asheville North Carolina posts warning signs along a 10 mile stretch between the city and a nearby town. One sign with a skull and crossbones may slow speeders and a court suggestion proposes skull symbols on windshields of violators. Commentary urges drastic measures to reduce the speed mania and deadly crashes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qex Movies Capital
Motor Club
Asheville
North Carolina
Naval buildup and private yards shift to wartime like effort
The United States plans to add 177 ships including battleships cruisers destroyers and submarines as part of a strengthened navy. Government and private yards coordinate to build on a war footing with 70 percent of capacity devoted to government work at 10 percent profit.
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Indianapolis
United States
Navy Department
Babies in Mencken satire describe a shocking spectrum
The text surveys a grotesque array of babies from camomile scented to pallid aged appearances at six months. It catalogs disturbing images and phrases about infant fragility, illness, and oddities, juxtaposed with surreal details and sharp social critique.
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Mencken
Life
Episcopal
Health and Happiness column medical guidance
Dr John B Huber offers general health advice on dyspnea and typhoid risks. He covers causes from gas to heart or lung issues, urges examinations, and prescribes strontium bromide in peppermint water for relief. He discusses typhoid transmission, sanitation, and spring prevention, plus questions about children's eating after 30 months and through adolescence with specific food recommendations.
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Dri Mather
Johan B. Dhuber
Mont
Loya
Side Talks by Ruth Cameron on Interruptions
Ruth Cameron discusses interruptions as selfish acts and the disruption of conversations. She explores phone interruptions, constant domestic disturbances, and the toll on working women, noting how frequent interruptions hinder concentration and productivity.
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Ruth Cameron
The Winter Song of Town by Mary Clough Watson
Cedar Rapids Gazette notes a poem titled The Winter Song of Town by Mary Clough Watson. The piece mocks Iowa and praises California, contrasting weather and outlook while praising the poetess and her journey to the sunny west.
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Cedar Rapids
Mary Clough Watson
California
Sun-For Times
Neuralgia and Sciatica Relief by Pink Pills
The article states neuralgia stems from anemia and debility, especially in women, and recommends Dr Williams Pink Pills to build blood and improve health. It notes nerves suffer from starvation, pills supply blood elements, do not act as pain killers, and can be bought locally or sent from Schenectady NY for 50 cents.
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Williams
The Sandman Story for Tonight Part I
A young Princelyvan serves in a giant Grufon’s castle after his father’s death. Grufon’s daughter Ruby befriends the imprisoned prince and pleads for escape. The prince must complete three tasks to win Ruby and the crown, starting with a perilous challenge to acquire feathers, clean duties, and a new well.
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Grufon
Big Rock Castle
Valentine
Ivan
Grafen
Ruby
McCiara Newspaper Syndicate
Cadomene Tablets Promises New Life Health Boost
Letters from readers claim Cadomene Tablets restore strength after grippe and nervous complaints. Testimonials describe rapid energy, appetite, and sleep, with notes on buying from druggists and a health book offer.
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Catomene
W. UW. Pennington
Wharton, Ark
Tam
Sure Way to Get Rid of Dandruff
Advertisement offers a home remedy claiming four ounces of plain guidance dissolved into scalp moisture will remove dandruff overnight. It promises instant itch relief and shinier hair using liquid argon from any drug store at low cost.
Secret of Keeping Youthful Energy with Olive Tablets
An Ohio physician Dr Edwards promotes Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowels tonic. The device claims ninety percent of sickness stems from inactivity of bowels and liver, promising natural buoyancy and clear skin. Olive tablets come in olive color and are sold by all druggists for 1c and ec per box.
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Edwards
Ohio
Simple facial cream promises youthful look for women
Advertises Creme Tokalon Reseated and Japanese Ice Pencils to erase wrinkles. Claims warm water and cream reverse aging in weeks for women aged 30 to 60. Promoted by Hansen & Hansen and Jas Black Dry Goods Co and other druggists in the city.
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Hansen & Hansen, Jas, Black, Dry Goods Co
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promoted for Health
Advertisement urges treating pains as signs of underlying illness. It links kidney, stomach, and joint pain to serious conditions and promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a daily preventive measure. It claims substitution beware and money-back guarantee if not effective.
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Bright
Haarlem
Gets-It corn remedy advertised with dramatic claims
An old advertisement promotes Gets-It as the corn remedy of the age. It boasts quick two second application and immediate drying. Sold widely by E. Lawrence & Co. in Chicago and recommended by several druggists and stores including Hansen Hansen Strickler Pharmacy Horn's Drug Co and Wangler Drug Co in Waterloo.
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E. Lawrence & Co
Chicago
Waterloo
H. W. Taggart
C. J. Miller
Hansen & Hansen
Strickler Pharmacy
Horn’s Drug Co
C. J. Miller, Hansen & Hansen
Strickler’s Pharmacy
Horn's Drug Co
Wangler ‘Drug Co
B. W. Schuneman Co
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DAILY
Associated Press
Audit Bureau of Circulations
von Hartman
West Park Ave
Dobn
C. Hartman
A.W. Peterson
See-Treas
Gen. Mgr
Carflar
Roail
Postotice
Washington
Munsey Bidz
E.G. Dougherty
Philadelphia
Story
Brooke & Finley
Rep’s
Roosevelt and Wat
Association For
Belgium
Armenia
Noworlean
Altho
Helgiaum
Roig
Kimball
Gayelies
Assembly
Wogion
Iowa
Sarah Bernhardt
Hubs College
Sage
Missouri
Muscatine Journal
Supreme Court
Chicago Drovers’ Journal
Conper
Atchison Globe
Atchison
John B. Huber
ALM
M.D
Wlwass
Lowa
L.A
Mary
Towa
Southland
Golden West
Hawkeye
Wwe
Neuralgia and Sciatica
Eckman
Luapine Prugsiete
Sandman
Mrs. F. 4
Walker
Prince and the Giant
Dart
Scott
Rowine
Cadomene
D." McBrire
North 5
Rochester
Sam
F.W. Barbean
Inca St
Denver
Colo
W. E. Patterson
Commercial Bank
C. W. Bruner
Black Hawk Building
Frank T. Hartman
Ben C. Everall
Marsh-Price
East Side
Citizens Gas and Electric CO
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