Addressing Social Change in Early 20th Century Press
A scanned page shows mixed content from the Waterloo Evening Courier and a discussion on socialism. It cites editorial and publishing details, ads, and international references, then summarizes a political piece arguing for government ownership of production, distribution, and exchange as a planning system, noting its provocative stance on wages and private property.
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Waterloo
Iowa
Foroue
Euteve
el Water
London
Trafalgar de Hiding
North Eemberland Avenue
Arericat
Haysaarket
Boulevard Des Capucines
Criever Pitce de Vopers
Asuerichn Xpress
Herlin
Unter den Linden
A. St. Peersturg
I Sevsky Prompek
Overthrow of Tammany Ends Longstanding City Rule
The New York City mayoral election outcome signals a shift from Tammany dominance, a result celebrated by reformers worldwide. Observers note the tiger’s teeth appear drawn, yet warn vigilance to prevent a rekindling of the organization’s power in city and state politics.
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Tammany
New York City
United Stat
Land at 5025 per acre hints at rising Iowa farm values
A William Galloway dairy farm sold at public auction for just over 50 dollars per acre, an example of rising land values in Iowa. The 180 acre property previously brought around 3200, with improvements and profitable farming cited. The new owner will likely focus on dairying and diversified farming as land nears Waterloo residences.
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William Galloway
Galloway
Iowa
Waterloo
Imi Agriewiturist
Women win voting rights in city elections
Early reports show women voters participating in municipal races across several cities. Account notes mixed reactions, with some candidates and residents questioning impact while women’s enfranchisement starts reshaping political life in places like Waterloo and Chicago.
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Tihinais
Coes
Tn Beaudy
Iunis
Cope
Chicago
Rio Janeiro as seen through a traveler’s curious lens
The piece mocks common myths about Rio de Janeiro, presents the city as a bustling Atlantic harbor with Sugar Loaf peak, describes its geography and social classes, and notes the distance from American awareness and travel lines while humorously contrasting American and Brazilian life.
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Janeiro
Pizarro
Rio Janeiro
Brazil
Kansas
Canaan
Corners
Connecticut
Amazon
Amazon River
New York
San Sebastian Do Rio de Janeiro
North America
Titan survivor death noted amid election analysis
A Titanica sailor who swam to a rescue boat died Tuesday after a coal rush at a Shamokin colliery. The piece also discusses post election shifts, the Progressive party growth, and Tammany's resilience in New York politics. It mentions a suggested French mediation between the United States and Mexico. Norman Hapgood is referenced in reaction to New York returns.
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United States
Mexico
Shamokin
New York City
Norman Hapgood
Between Two Fears and National News Snippet
In Primghar Bell the Democrats face a currency dilemma with Wall Street as a battleground. Cedar Rapids Gazette notes Mexico’s former president Diaz may seek a return, drawing mixed Mexican sentiment. Burlington Hawk-Eye celebrates Iowa auto and motorcycle registrations while Corn remains scarce and Wheat plentiful in reports from Cedar Rapids Republican.
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Wall Street
Imya
Burlington
Iowa
Wood Roads
Cedar Rapids
Western Canada rushes wheat to market before snow
Canada moves record wheat shipments as a million bushels are hauled in one day on a single branch road. Western Canada acts wisely to ensure grain exits before winter snow. Corn prospects look different and the grain supply for wheat seems ample this year. The Visual Attack. Keokuk Gate City notes Progressive leaders push for a full slate in Iowa to pressure the Democratic party. Cedar Rapids Gazette observes Democratic Senatorial timber centered on Pepper or other candidates to challenge Cummins.
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Canada
Western
Keokuk Gate City
Progressive” Party
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Pepper
Cummins
Lst
Dani
Wade
Porter
Dan Hamilton
John T. Hamilton
Albert B. Cummins
Moments of Fun and Fables in Vintage Snippets
A collection of quips and short pieces from 20th century papers. Witty exchanges on marriage, manners, and mischief show stock lines and comic lines about wives, husbands, and everyday life. Similar humor appears in Cleveland Plain Dealer and Kansas City Journal archives.
Musterole for Lumbago and Aches Promises Quick Relief
Wild promotional text touts Musterole as fast relief for lumbago sore throat rheumatism and numerous ailments. It claims doctors use it and recommends to patients with jars sold in drug stores and a hospital size option for 2.50.
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Musterole Company
Cleveland
Ohio
J.J. Gordon
Theroi
Plain as Long as He Has Good Health to Work
Reflected in a Chicago Record-Herald quote a playful defense of a man needing to support a strong son-in-law. The remark hinges on health and honest labor as the basis for family provisioning.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Evening Chit Chat Reflects on Work and Wages
Ruth Cameron laments social unrest among workers and employers. She contrasts a sick husband returning to work with fears about losing jobs, noting widespread inequality and the mismatch between earnings and effort. She argues many do not earn what they deserve while others gain without effort.
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Scarlet
Jack
Jack London
Foley Kidney Pills Advertised As Best Remedy
Makers claim Foley Kidney Pills offer the best curative and healing medicines for kidney and bladder ailments and urinary irregularities. Sold by all dealers. Bazaar at First Congregational Church all day Friday. Mr. and Mrs. O A Sardeson returned from two weeks in French Lick Springs Indiana visiting Mrs. Sardeson's parents in Chicago.
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First Congregational Church
O. A. Sardeson
French Lick Springs
Ind
Brazilian beef to hit United States market within a year
Richard Walsh of Clarendon Texas predicts Brazil will supply enough beef to lower U S prices within a year. He notes British and Rhodesian interests back the Brazil Africa venture and says refrigerator ships will bring Brazil beef to the United States while European markets grow.
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Kansas City
Brazil
United States
Richard Walsh
Clarendon
Tex
Chartered Company of London
Rhodesia
South Africa
Walsh
Baltimore
Europe
Africa
Mr. Walsh
Brazilian Land, Cattle and Packing Company
Murdo MacKenzie
Colorado
MacKenzie
Foley Kidney Pills Promote Health For Families
Mr. and Mrs. Palmer of Green Bay Wisconsin report kidney and bladder trouble relief and recovery for Mrs Palmer after using Foley Kidney Pills. The letter notes rapid improvement in health and strength and states the remedy is for sale by all dealers.
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O. Palmer
Willow St
Green Bay
Wis
Palmer
German Editor Shoots Himself in Manning
Carl Hasti man, 44, German newspaper editor tied to Paul Warner in Manning Herald publishing, reportedly shot himself in Manning, Iowa, in a tragic self inflicted act.
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Manning
Carl Hasstiman
Paul Warner
Manning Herald
Doctor's Daughter Takes Lydia E Pinkham Remedy
Auburn New York woman reports ten years of nervous illness and pain eased after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. A Minnesotan says overwork left her exhausted but recovery followed continued use. The notices urge trying the remedy for female ailments.
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Auburn
N. Y
Lydia E. Pinkham
Willliam H. Gray
Pleasant Street
New York
T. Cloud
Minn
Bertham. Quickstadt
5Th Avenue
St. Cloud
Lydia E. ‘Pinkham
Local Man Dies by Self Inflicted Shot
The man shot himself and died in a natural position, drawing many witnesses who doubted the report of his death. He had lived in the area for about two years, coming from Davenport. A widow and three children survive. Danish Ladies Aid Society plans a bazaar at Soash hall this afternoon and evening.
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Hasselman
Mr. Hasselman
Davenport
Danish Ladies’ Aid Society
Soash Hall
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Hartman Company
Bey
Week Park
Avenue
Nee
Youx Hartman
AL W. Pxrexeon
Mit
Tribune
Alfred B Lukens
Joe Tribue
Nuiding AW
Alles
Werseek
National Civic Federation
Seth Low
Nw York
Industrial Workers of the World
Committee On
Néation
Trusts
Sugar Trust
Iim
Suleieur
Isi
Yi “Epery
Capudine
Abdié
Hicks
Ting
Democrats
Progressive Party
O'Shaughnessy
Spirit OF the Iowa Press
Diaz
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Kansas City Journal
Charley
Washington Star
Ruth Cameron
Texas
Tal Will
Ly RV. Pierce
M. D
Buf-falo
N.Y
Sree
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
Rotel
Saale
F. H. Latier
Lafayette Street
Fourth Street
Boz Candy
Lafayette Building
4Th St. EB
Klinefelter & Sons
Park Avenue West
Bazard
Black Hawk Bank
E. H. Knittle
Elne
F. C. Liffring
Gerrit J. Bennett
West Fourth
Elmwood and
Ralston and Chitect
Bodwell
C.D. Pedersen
Consolidated
Jefferson Street
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