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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1925
Page
3
A dense era overview discusses business indicators in April, rail and steel trends, and a skeptical note on forecasts. It covers Rouen and Bordeaux exhibitions, Wembley arches, and the British industrial shows, plus reflections on New York dining spots Joel’s and Joal’s amid cultural shifts.
Two spring exhibitions opened in Europe. Wembley showcases 100 percent British products under King George V’s dominions influence. The Paris International Exhibition of Decorative Arts aims to attract tourists by displaying modern art, architecture, fashion, and related attractions across a wide city area.
Questions and partial answers from a 1923 nature column. Topics include insect power, pigmy rattlesnake behavior, orchard pruning effects, crane windpipe anatomy, and animal migrations. Readers are invited to send questions for future Natual Notes.
Imogene questions Andrews weed pulling as he boasts about lawn care Artful talk blends gardening with morals in a light domestic exchange He boasts about pruning dandelions and weeds while recalling a neighborly lawn tale and a playful banter about character and flirtatious women
A 15 minute tabloid exercise fills a column with words defined by clues. It lists a rugged hut, vehemence, and terms like autocrat and edict. The puzzle ends with the remaining letters spelling the Hindu monkey goddess, and Coolidge appears as the final word.
Dr Brady weighs the value of mineral waters versus tap water for health. He cites Williams on hydration, notes water needs vary with weather and activity, and recommends regular intake with meals. Cold water aids digestion and constipation, hot water used morning is harmless, salt adds little benefit, and chlorine taste is from algae, not iodine. Disinfection tips are given and readers are invited to send brief letters for advice.
A lurid, fragmented plea ridicules readers with threats and boasts about selling deceptive hats. It mocks attention to Greek profiles and decoy tricks, urging purchase of a fedora while claiming to lure and frighten buyers for profit.
Uncle Wiggily and his wife find a proud toadstool that dreams of becoming a tree. The toadstool grows large, scorns others, and is uprooted when Uncle Wiggily uses it as an umbrella during a rainstorm. The tale ends with the toadstool reflecting on its fate.
Iowa editors discuss Kenyon as not seeking political preferment yet engaged in political talk. The Spencer News-Herald notes Mr Bryan's persuasiveness, contrasting public perceptions of political involvement and intellectual stance.
The Abe Martin piece mocks public debates as Secretary Mellon comments on prohibition flappers and business while asking what kind of place to live in is Miam. The humor centers on rural reactions to national policy and everyday life on Rockville road.
Former State Auditor Glenn C. Haynes now heads the Iowa Good Roads association. He warns the gasoline tax will not yield much for road improvements, claiming one must travel 1,500 miles before the tax pays for a single yard of graveled road. The remark prompts consternation among readers who feel misled by the statement.
Letter to the editor arguing prohibition is not a failure. The writer cites perceived social improvements under prohibition, including banking, employment, family welfare, home ownership, and railroad safety, contrasting with past alcohol abuses. References the "Rule GO" stance and predicts consequences if alcohol returns.
An ad touts a freckle removal remedy with a money back guarantee. It promotes Othine double strength and Othine Complexion Soap from Othing Laboratories Inc. The offer claims minimal product is needed and suggests buying at drugstores or by mail order in Buffalo New York.
H W Howe argues that reviving the old days of liquor would bring more hospitals, undertakers, reformatories, and enforcement agencies as deaths from drunk driving rise. He contends either strict prohibition or ending automobile access to prevent alcohol related harm.
An advertisement touts Freezone as a painless remedy for corns and calluses. Drop the lite fretzone on an aching corn and the pain stops instantly, then lift it off with fingers. A tiny bottle sold by druggists costs a few cents and claims to remove hard torn or soil torn skin between the toes without soreness.
Sixty years ago a Pennsylvania physician, Dr. Bierce, gained fame and moved to Buffalo New York. He introduced Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription, sold through druggists nationwide as a tonic for women’s ailments. Thousands testify it relieves pain nervousness dizziness and fatigue. Available in fluid and tablet forms.
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