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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1924
Page
3
A health column by William Brady discusses how acute rheumatism and arthritis contribute to valvular heart leakage. It explains endocarditis seeding from throat infections, the progression to valve damage, and the role of doctor monitoring to prevent heart complications. It also covers patient guidance and Q A on related health questions.
The proud oak stands tall and strong in a windy field while the violet beneath it dreams of seeing the world beyond. A terrible storm arrives flooding the scene with thunder and lightning, and the oak finally falls to the ground, changing the violet's fate.
The New York World weighs Samuel M. Ralston as a possible Democratic nominee and questions consent from him or his allies as the 67 year old faces preinaugural doubts. It notes pacifist sentiment spreading from Evanston to Springfield and reports on Harbach’s postmaster nomination and broader Senate courtesy.
The page fragment details subscriptions and advertising policies of The Waterloo Evening Courier and Reporter and reports on the U.S. soldiers bonus debate. It mentions subscription rates, postal notices, and editorial commentary on the bonus, with references to Congress, the president, and the American Legion. It notes insurance changes and public policy stances, plus a cut of weather and social items.
Abe Martin notes many people have had no one do their hair, but homemade cuts brighten a sideboard. Ben Davis adds that homemade setups aren’t too bad for a quick refresh.
Iowa editorials note Bing Sunday hopes for revival and health, while AL Smith vetoes many bills. Davenport Times contrasts Coolidge with Cleveland, urging restraint in government spending and praising his aims. Hoover urges coal stockpiling, laments interstate rates, and calls for cheaper coal to ease fall congestion.
The text argues that lower prices for fuel and economy considerations should guide early ordering. This sustains more workers during the slack season and increases mine working days, reducing wage demands tied to industry idleness.
Andrew recalls a dinner with Lady Roberts as Imogene frets over the evening’s thrills. Conversation covers cocktails, smoking, a French grapefruit device, and American corn plasters. The couple joke about royal topics while navigating social awkwardness and domestic banter.
Five partners pool papers to sell as a puzzle. Tom Smith sells one more than a quarter of the pile, Lill Jones one more than a quarter of the remainder, Ned Smith one more than a quarter of what Taft had, Charley Jones one more than a quarter of the remainder. After totals, Smiths lead by 100. Jimmy Jones sells the rest. Readers guess the final tally.
Sells i Bros great railroad shows to exhibit in Waterloo June 7. A carload of Swedish immigrants headed to Le Mars. Two young men spearing fish as Carl Wolder injured. boat to shore, spearhead removed. Prof Photias Yobin from Vinton scouting Waterloo for college site. Also mentions new cemetery project and gas works talks. Marriages include C J Parkhurst and Mary Clinton and George Durham and Sarah Philips.
Historical notes recall A T Weatherwax fresh paint for store room after forty years. E W Burnham’s opera house floor remodeled and seating shifted. Kelloge sells Waterloo Omnibus stake to D C Kelloge. Fishermen’s tale ends with two fish and a boat fire without major harm. Paper’s owner thanks for a serenade.
In a May 21 1904 item Frank Fortunshk hosted 22 St Mary’s Sunday school classmates at 1210 Third Ave West for his 15th birthday. The note mentions Mr and Mrs Thomas Tiller returning from St Louis after five weeks in the barber trade and sightseeing. Florence Dunkelberg is heiress to a Boston uncle Dr Robinson. William Burton, father of B F Burton landlord of the Logan house, was killed by a passenger train at Paris Indiana. A fragment mentions XBW Commercial Block and C B Atkinser receiving a contract.
A report mentions a six story Commercial National bank building to rise at Sycamore and Fourth streets at a contract price of 48749 dollars, plus razing. The piece also notes Silas Northey striking it rich with a site, a rock quarry discovery, and ends with long theological reflections by George W. Salisbury on biblical prophecies and Christ’s reign.
Readers submit natural history queries and notes on wildlife. Answers cover deer antlers, a wormlike pest on lemon plants, U.S. natural wonders list, mink feeding behavior, list of 10 prey for rodent control, and notes on birds and skylarks, with cited experts and regional observations.
A Reinbeck reader argues that scientific rock records support a young earth around 5 922 years, contrasting with genesis and suggesting a dense primordial atmosphere and granite globe at creation. He cites biblical phrases and claims revelation via the Spirit over human wisdom.
A fragmented passage notes dwindling populations and insufficient numbers to withstand accidents. It mentions some individuals still found at a feast, but says that is exceptional, implying broader decline and rarity of stragglers.
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