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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1923
Page
4
In Paris reports propose a burning eternal flame at the Unknown Soldier grave beneath the Arc de Triomphe, a vestal light symbolizing sacrifice. Other items note solo monorail taxi trials, a wedding collapse, restrictions on women smokers, Sorbonne attendance declines, and a French millionaire founder.
In Berkeley the psychology department at the University of California stated snakes lack emotion and do not experience passions. In Pensacola Len Williams and his wife faced highway robbery charges after claiming they were held up and robbed of 869 dollars, to stand trial. Milwaukee police report John Swinerski robbed his own home and found only a penny. he alleges bank book theft as he was arraigned. Mount Carmel voters at the polls heard a woman say she could not sing her candidate’s name on the ballot, joking that the candidate was Good Roads.
Residents in Dumont and nearby towns hosted a string of visits and gatherings. Mrs. William Brandenburg visited Allison. Moe Pfalizenis and Mrs. Marle Becker joined guests at the Polk home in Ardeal. Edith Latimer of Waterloo planned an overnight stay with Miss Jda Popinga. many friends attended church events and a cemetery society meeting. motor trips and family gatherings continued through the weekend with community activities and local church notices.
Fragmentary notice mentions Mr and Mrs Prenk Osawatomie and a trip by auto to Clear Water Florida. references Mrs L J Tryon and a visit. fragmented names and a closing out sale on a farm near Alfred Apfel. overall unreadable layout.
Mt Vernon notes report corn shredding begun and district No 4 school closed for two weeks for corn husking. Herman Paul and wife of Des Moines visit relatives. Arthur Gilbert, son of Mrs Bess Gilbert, ill with typhoid at St Francis hospital. Mr and Mrs Harry Retterman of Walker Iowa were weekend guests.
Local notices recount visits and travels across Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Bruno and Manchester with mentions of families such as Hopkins, Kilpatrick, Decker and Rodenberger. Events include a church supper sponsored by East Janesville Ladies Aid, a U. G. Ladies' Aid banquet, and weekend visits from relatives. The piece notes a funeral for Vada Thompson, age 17, and a hospital update on Mrs. Frank Wescott.
Mooreville Nov 7 The Country Women's Booster club gathered at Mrs Alvin Tenchert home for a large meeting. Members sewed and made comforters while three hostesses Miss June Hark Mrs George Thisla and Mrs Tenchert served luncheon. Also noted were visits by W Smith and family to Waterloo and Mr and Mrs Sam Geatty and team
Mooreville reports thieves harassing residents with items stolen from Henry Casey's barn valued at 200 dollars. The Hitt farm family plans retirement and relocation to Dysant with Beatty pursuing auctioneering. A Mooreville sociable fundraiser supports roofing at the community building with proceeds aiding Chris Han home.
Washington two sev Harb Godofrey of Cedar Falls built a garage for Charles Crawford last week Ventilators were installed in the UW B church Saturday Dave and Clarence Tiller and Delbert Morgan Cedar Falls were weekend visitors in their family homes Miss Florence Ohland Cedar Falls
A 15 cent Dia mond Dyes package promises simple directions for anyone to dye or tint worn faded items. Choose any color at the drug store and create a fresh look with no prior experience.
Visited Birs, Sidney Baker and Mrs Everett Casuldy with Mrs Jennie Gibbs in Cedar Falls. Ms. Malama visited sister Mrs R Baker. Cemetery Association to meet at John Morgan home Thursday afternoon. C E fried chicken social at Harold Crawford home Friday evening. Allys Myrtle Lefever to speak on Junior and Intermediate Endeavor Monday evening November 12. Pref and Mrs Alissman visited in Vinton. Grant family visited Milton Grant at Gladbrook. New basketball suite arrived. team practicing hard. Some authorities note the human body surface is 15 square feet.
An advertisement touts Breachedent a liquid to remove stains within minutes promising enamel safety and instant whitening. It claims effectiveness on candy stains tobacco stains and green spots and urges a two month supply for a few cents from local druggists and retailers.
Enriched blood with organic iron claims to rise red blood cells and improve color, strength, and nerves. Advertises tablets, non metallic iron, safe for teeth and stomach, with a money back guarantee and claim of 4,000,000 users annually.
Advertises Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle substitute for calomel that freshens breath and purges the bowels and liver. Claims to clear blood, purify the system, with no griping or after effects. Promises relief after two weeks of nightly use. Prices listed at 15c and 30c.
A scanned advertisement touts Buhler Oil as a rapid, absorbing remedy for rheumatic pains. It claims a German discovery neutralizes intestinal poisons causing pain, with a written money back guarantee from local druggists if the first application fails. Listings name Wangker Bros and local druggists as sources.
Advert reads Marmola Prescription Tablets as a simple steady way to reduce fat without dieting or heavy exercise. It claims the product is harmless and wrinkle free, sold by druggists at one dollar per box, with orders via Marmola Co Detroit Michigan.
Nostalgic ad touts Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as the quick fix to gray or faded hair. It claims the mixture darkens hair evenly, restoring natural luster by morning with a single application, and suggests ready-made versions with extra ingredients.
An old advertisement touts Bowles Red Pepper Rub as a quick, penetrating heat remedy for rheumatic pain. The copy claims relief within minutes and urges readers to ask druggists for the genuine Bowles product with the Roawles name on the package.
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