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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1912
Page
3
The Cedar Falls notes record minor incidents and social visits. Mrs J P Rasmussen had a scare when aChristinsen and Rohme wagon collided with a buggy but no injuries occurred. Local residents vote and travel for events while civic groups meet and host gatherings.
At Falls Iowa a novelty betting scene arose as locals placed bets over a prank involving a long hair gag. The event centered on a man named Connolly and other participants with wagers exceeding fifty dollars.
Cedar Falls Iowa voters turned out early for a brisk election day. Roosevelt supporters appeared to dominate the city wards, with Dems running two machines and Republicans none. Local candidates like C T Plummer and Dr Van Dyke drew strong home endorsements, while Joseph Sartori’s health worsened after a difficult day.
A historical piece outlines Ladakh marriage customs where polyandry arises from harsh climate and scarce resources. Eldest brothers take a wife, while younger brothers join lamaseries or marry within limits. if marriages fail, additional husbands or a fourth wife may follow. Primogeniture grants sole inheritance to the eldest daughter, with remarriage and adoption options described. The makpo is highlighted as a remarkable feature of this system.
Chicago Tribune reports President-Elect Wilson likely to pick cabinet from Bryan McCoombs McAdoo Brandeis Daniels Folk and Mitchell. Bryan anticipated to join as secretary of state or influence selection while Brandeis eyed for attorney general and reformers back Wilson health and school hygiene programs as part of national policy.
Questions about breakfast, beverages, and bedroom habits form part of a Health Grading Outline by Dr. Ernest B. Hoag. The guide aims to help teachers and school nurses assess student health practices directly in Minnesota public schools.
The Salvation Army tag day carried out yesterday in Waterloo was very successful, raising ninety two dollars for the General Booth memorial fund. Officers thank local residents for their generosity and support.
In Copenhagen Postmaster Holboll unveils a charity penny tied to a Christmas stamp idea for consumption hospitals. A million pennies will be minted and sold through midwives to new parents who pay according to means, funding blind education and care while midwives receive insurance and old-age fund incentives.
A Danish composer returns from Greenland with 156 original tunes captured via phonograph. He notes strong native musical sense and finds similarities with Canadian Indian and Eskimo songs and dances. Also, the harbor project in St. Thomas shifts to private American-driven capital after government restrictions. An opera advertisement highlights Chicago’s Waterless Theatre on November 7.
In a West’s Docket note on Steils v State, the Oklahoma criminal court of appeals criticizes purely technical defenses. It warns such tricks harm justice and burden taxpayers who fund enforcement. The court argues recalls may follow if judges fail to ensure true justice and suggests blame lies with the courts.
Chicago Operatic Company presents a musical treat of the year at the Waterloo Theatre on November 7 featuring a grand program of operatic numbers and chorus performances.
Advertisement note for Waterloo Evening Courier by W. H. Hartman company promoting sale bills for farmers auctions and their use in the paper's advertising columns.
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