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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1929

Page

4

Daily Register advertising and masthead notice

The Waterloo Chronicle listing shows a typical historic newspaper masthead with editor John Hartman and treasurer Jackson McCoy, subscription and advertising policies, wire services, and general notices. It notes rates, publication reach, and rights of republication with references to Associated Press and United Press International.

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Latent Talent Revealed in Peanut Pushing Farmer

An article profiles Bill Williams a plasterer from Rio Hondo Texas who discovers his gift as a peanut roller After election bets he also shows mechanical inventiveness creating a face mounted propeller He aims to travel 22 miles toward Rainbow Falls and Summit House on Pike's Peak while pursuing vaudeville cinema or circus opportunities.

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Britons Prepare May 30 Election Three-Party Race

Britons vote May 30 in a three party contest among Conservatives led by Baldwin Labour led by Ramsay MacDonald and Liberals led by Lloyd George. Key issues unemployment and foreign policy dominate as 5 million new women voters join the electorate and the 1924 turnout nears 24 million.

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Trend Toward Mergers Prompts Global Church Talks

A Mount Athos led 1930 conference with 500 bishops from the Russian, Ethiopian, Alexandria, and Jerusalem churches will consider uniting eastern churches with Anglican and other Protestant bodies. Debates include calendar reform, clerical attire, shaving beards, and hair length as part of broader merger momentum amid rising competition from film, golf, cars, and radio.

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Modern progress reshapes faith and mobility in society

The article contrasts past church overflow with today’s era of greater crime yet richer charity and altruistic effort. It notes a shift from old faith-driven crowds to a world where even the family car reflects technological progress, as the next generation seeks faster, smoother transport beyond earlier rubber tired rigs.

Tabernacle DeWitt

The Tuesday Rash Mystery and Citizen Health Q A

A column by Dr William Brady discusses dermatitis linked to dye in ink and sandfly hair proteins, plus reader questions on henna dyes dye safety and welding eye protection. It includes a brief dialogue with readers and a note inviting letters to the columnist.

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Becomings Millionaire Foretold by Roger Babson Ideas for Future Wealth

The article sketches Roger Babson's 20 paths to a million dollars, emphasizing new ideas and inventions. It lists rotary engine cars, diesel engines, practical helicopters, vertical takeoff, gliders for children, solar and tidal power, new electrical tech, fireless cities, and advances to cut lighting waste, with a note on aviation fog conquest.

Roger W. Babson Mr. Rabson Pierce Fox Lindbergh Aban

Law Commission Not Measured In Wet Day Terms

The piece discusses President Hoover assembling a mixed federal law enforcement commission with eight Republicans and three Democrats, aiming to avoid turning it into a Prohibition probe. It notes judges on the panel, debates over packing, and perspectives from James Burke on judicial independence, plus related Washington updates on diplomats and medical care discussions.

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Notes on Theatre People and City Life In Summer

A rambled column lists Broadway figures and social types from Gershwin to Vallee, vaudeville acts, chorus girls, fashion quirks, and city observers. It jokes about theatre culture, newspaper writers, charity letters, and a parlor game of epitaphs, ending with a theatre anecdote about an irritated theatergoer.

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Old Capitol to be demolished for new Supreme Court home

Washington May 24 The United States Supreme Court will occupy a new home on Crosto Hill, replacing the historic Old Capitol near Maryland Avenue and B Street. A committee led by Chief Justice Taft draws plans as wreckers prepare to remove the 100 year old building once key to Congress and federal history.

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Census and reapportionment push in special session

Public remarks urge swift passage of the 1930 census and house reapportionment during the special session. The piece argues constitutional mandates require census and reapportionment, cites states losing or gaining seats, and predicts Senate filibuster tactics but eventual enactment if pressed.

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NO MONOPOLY ON LEARNING AND VACATIONS

A Harrisburg Telegraph note highlights Americas vast library reach with 150000 American volumes in the British Library and remarks on Oxford Bodleian space. Also discusses President Hoover’s limited vacation due to Congress, and Mrs McCormick’s long senate campaign advancing in Illinois amid political machine strength.

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Dangerous Practice Courtship Cited By Atlanta Police

Atlanta police warn courting in cars is dangerous and can lead to fatal or risky situations. They stress caution in any location and time, urging drivers and passengers to avoid unsafe behavior while traveling.

Atlanta Constitution

Brain Tests Puzzle from Evening Post

A reader puzzle titled Brain Tests from the Evening Post presents letter grid challenges. Instructions invite study and self rating using missing letters, with time allowance and an answer key to follow on the Society Page.

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Abe Martin notes dutiful husband habits and crime wave

The column reflects on Abe Martin praising a dutiful husband and remarks on a crime wave that seems to be spreading but with no speeches or banquets recorded. It reads as a light editorial aside about daily life and public mood.

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