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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1913
Page
2
The Waterlo o Evening Courier discusses Waterloo paving progress and Sioux City concrete roads. It mentions mayoral betting odds in historic campaigns, noting McClellan and Jerome outcomes and Tammany’s influence on recent bets. It also cites Chicago visitors examining paving durability.
An overview of upcoming contests across states from New York City mayoral dynamics to New Jersey Pennsylvania and Massachusetts races with mention of Prohibition Socialist and Pro tax issues. It notes Illinois wet dry votes in southern towns and Virginia Maryland and Waterloo civic questions plus council debates on concrete paving versus asphalt.
The piece argues the race to succeed in the Iowa Senate centers on party lines rather than issues. It says Cummins would be best for Iowa, with Republicans and Progressives split, and Democrats hoping to tilt the contest to their advantage.
A vivid portrait of steel workers who lift and prop massive girders for tall buildings. The piece contrasts their tough lives and camaraderie with the dangers and pride of climbing 17 stories above ground, while describing the pleasures and perils of belonging to the steel gang.
A collage of Iowa notices reflects party sentiment and political currents. Governor Clarke and Sulzer figures appear amid discussions of democracy and bossism while Carl Franke may enter the governor race on the Progressive line. A rural court warning highlights enforcement and reform themes with a Manila corn surge cited.
A witty fragment notes Grogan the butcher with no gravy or hash for the cat and a future rose tea spoiled by neighbors with onions and cabbage. The Washington Herald mocks culinary misfires and social mishaps in a humorous aside.
An advice column urges thoughtful nursing for the sick by Ruth Cameron. It recommends aligning gifts with the convalescent’s condition, such as window view access, growing plants for distraction, and easy reading materials with large print and pictures to ease strain and bring gentle daily delight.
A humorous piece contrasts an ever watchful Congress with a lad kept after school to learn tariff funds and government flow. It lampoons the extra session and asks how money comes and goes as the child grows into Reginald Claude.
A reader offers reflections on cheering an invalid with small news and scraps, and a note on streetcar safety and convalescence. A New York crusade urges avoiding drafts hot rooms and overeating to fend off colds, recommending Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
Friends of former Waterloo postmaster Charles City Press urge him to run for mayor. The town could gain a strong candidate says the paper.
A Waterloo street car company promotes safety with a visible "always safety first" reminder in cars yet conductors dash ahead to crossings at night without lanterns. Observers note repeated risks as cars approach rail crossings on East Fourth Street, endangering passengers.
An advertisement touts Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap as fast, gentle cures for eczema, rashes, ringworm, and pimples. It claims eighteen years of use, appeals to parents, and offers a free trial with Dept. 2 M, Resinol, Baltimore, Md.
A vintage promotion touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowel tonic to keep a youthful appearance. The copy claims 90 percent of sickness stems from inactive bowels and liver and cites the tablets as a substitute for calomel, sold by The Olive Tablet Company in Columbus Ohio.
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