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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1911
Page
3
Waterloo editor receives a letter from Dr. Devine defending his May 21 address report. He clarifies the awakening may arise from social reform efforts tied to health housing and recreation, not exclusively from churches, noting some churches lack openness to social movements.
The article argues that proper preparation before childbirth protects a mother’s health and nerves. It promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a trusted aid for women to become normal, healthy, and strong, inviting readers to write for confidential advice to Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn, Massachusetts.
World famous race drivers prepare for the International Sweepstakes at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Bobby Burman, named the world speed king, and Harry Grant, Vanderbilt Cup winner, lead a field with David Bruce-Brown and Burman piloting a Renz and Bruce-Brown, Grant driving an Area. The Scratch Race start is pictured with judges’ stand nearby.
Edward T. Devine writes from New York on May 26 praising the cordial reception of his address on religious character. He notes the audience response and thanks editors for publishing the remarks, signaling broad public interest in the subject.
Washington May 29 The Root bill to end deadlocks in state legislatures electing U S senators was favorably reported to the senate privileges and elections committee by its sub committee It provides for a plurality vote with an amendment requiring a candidate to secure at least one third of the total vote cast to win Some debate on constitutional grounds prevented action by the full committee.
In Luray Virginia Frank Veney nearly 94 sits by his wife's bedside as she appears dead. He is struck by her in a alleged trance revival testing a drawing plaster. The blow sends him into a hot stove causing serious burns.
George May of Rockford Illinois a model youth by day and burglar by night was sentenced to the penitentiary yesterday after a conviction weeks ago Legal authorities disclosed the case details and the full sentence yesterday.
A barn on the alley behind 320 and 224 Commercial streets burned in a morning blaze that destroyed a horse owned by J. G. Wright. The fire spread from a shed and a live electric wire is suspected as the cause. Damages reached about 200 dollars.
Denver observers report two speeding cars en route to a 300 mile race veered from the three mile motor course at Sable ten miles east of Denver. Robert W. Bean, 24, Detroit, was crushed to death. Dane Mangutz and Lee Bert Roberts of Denver, plus driver Harry Ball, suffered injuries.
An advertisement touts Beach's Peosta Soap as an old method for cleaning clothes and hands. It urges consumers to use a washboard and Peosta suds for light rubbing and rinsing, with grocers ready to provide details.
A noted professional motor driver, celebrated for numerous race victories, counts a long list of wins to his credit. His career showcases consistent success across multiple championships and events.
Manchester Iowa May 29. Commencement exercises will be held Wednesday and Thursday evenings with orations and two farce comedies. Music by the high school chorus directed by Prof W W White. Graduates include Elsie Hicks John Gillilan Josie Midkiff Jane Smith Barbara Pierce Arthur Hutchinson and others. Miss Pierce won first honors and Miss Glew second in the class of 1911.
Health and Strength essay promoting Merital Tonic Digestive as a natural aid to restore weakened organs and promote nourishment and red blood. Henderson Drug Co. offers the product, authorized by the American Drug & Press Association directors to guarantee its reliability.
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