Waterloo Minstrel Show A Hit At Local Theatre
The Elks charity minstrel at Waterloo theatre drew packed audiences and earned standing encores for a polished amateur performance. Charles Adams directed a strong cast with Cedar Falls band support, featuring songs by McNulty Strong and others, plus a playful Napoleon number by Charles Felsing. The show continues tonight under Miller & Draper at the Waterloo theatre.
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Elks Charity
Waterloo
Waterloo Theatre
Charles Adams
Cedar Falls Band
Alabama
Charles Felsing
Mr. Felsing
Tommy Tiller
Charles van Vieck
Clarence Byvank
Russel de Gon
Charles L. Adams
Tate Harrison
Jim Brearton
Elka
Mississippi Shore
Joe Henry
Nujol Mineral Oil Introduced in Waterloo District
The Waterloo district sees the advertising launch of Nujol, a pure white mineral oil marketed as a remedy for constipation. Natal promoters describe it as not a drug but a standard proprietary article aiding natural bowel activity. External ad campaigns and in-paper notices accompany a wide rollout with druggists displaying Najol in Waterloo windows.
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Waterloo
Europe
Germany
Belgium
Natal
Gruggiers
Courier
Cousin of Waterloo Divine Lost in the Dardanelles
A dramatic series of letters from Lieutenant W. Bruce Robertson of the Eighth Scottish Rifles recounts his enlistment in May in Falkirk Scotland, departure from Plymouth May 19, and frontline service at Lemnos Gallipoli and in the June 28 Turkish attack. His letters describe bombardment, shrapnel danger, dugout life, and a gallant assault, with his status later reported missing on June 8 and a chaplain and fellow officer conveying condolences. a fellow soldier finally recalls Bruce’s selfless act of sharing water before succumbing to wounds near the Turkish trenches.
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Dardanelles
Waterloo
W. Bruce Robertson
Eighth
Scottish Rifles
Falkirk
Scotland
Leutenant
John Robertson Macartney
First Presbyterian Church
Sity
J. C. Robertson
Glasgow
Plymouth
England
Mediterranean
Egypt
Lemnos
Gallipeoli
Robertson
Territorial Force
Bruce
Tater
Visiting Evangelist Delivers Pine Sermon at Union Church
Evangelist B. W. Northrop of Alden spoke at Union Congregational church on What Are You Living For, urging that Jesus Christ be the first life interest and that faith enhances all work. Mrs. Winnie Marrow and Mrs. Ed. Cole provided music. tonight’s topic is What is the matter with Union Congregational church, with mixed quartet and special music. A rummage sale is announced at First Baptist on Friday Nov 12 all day with bargains advertised.
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Union Congregational Church
Winnie Marrow
Ed. Cole
Evangelist B. W. Northrop
Alden
Pégoud Diary Published Reveals Bold Aero Feats
Paris reports publish Adolphe Pégoud’s diary detailing his daily aviation work and dramatic near disasters. The diary recounts weather, fuel loss, and nerve wracking maneuvers over Verdun and other skies, including enemy encounters and a risky descent from clouds.
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Paris
Pegoud
Oro Plane Hing
Anguat
Afr
Paris Journal
Pogoud
Nanttiilois
Bray
Nanticless
Etain
Hrain
Things Theatrical Here At Home This Weekend
A Waterloo program features the New York production Lady Luxury with original cast and a large chorus. The Majestic offers Seven Live Wires Frank Terry and Hanlon acts. Chick Sale headlines tomorrow’s show as a top comedy performer.
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Ténigot
Nike’ Mingtreis
Priday
Ble
Casino Theatre
New York
Waterloo
Aida Johnson Young
Martette
William Schroeder
R. H. Burnside
Cat Who
Florence Webber
Forrest Huff
Arthur Albro
Joseph Herbert
Eddie Morris
Fritzi von Busing
Emily F Pitzroy
Gipsy Dale
Sam J. Burton
Herlin
the Majestic
Frank Terry
Sasudas
Clinton
Rooney
Hanlon
Dean
Chick Sale
Sale
Pape's Dipepsin Promises Quick Stomach Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Pape's Dipepsin as the fastest, surest remedy for indigestion and stomach misery. It claims the product neutralizes fermentation, gas, and sourness within minutes, letting users eat favorite foods again. Each large case costs fifty cents at drug stores.
Pean Phenomena and Farce at Plaza Show
The program features a trained chimpanzee star nicknamed Nip, billed as the world’s most intelligent animal actor, performing in a lively act. A bright modern farce The Quitter with Jeasie Wayward and Company plus Marie Tishop and cycling acts headline a varied bill. Irene Tanwiek stars in The Woman Next Door, a Owen Davis drama about a stranger who arouses Mrs. Grundy in the neighborhood. The Graysons’ son Tom appears in a Mexico rail project tale, while the cast of Blackbirds at the Plaza draws praise. Clara Kimball Young headlines Marrying Money tomorrow for a comical look at swift marriages and social climbing. The Closed Net screens at Family Theatre today, with Guarding Old Glory coming Saturday, a first-time local showing of U S military life. John L. Sehram reports from Japan on the coronation, and Arctic travelers remark on six-month-long sights.
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Pheum
Keith Efrenits
Mr. Sule
Wietle
Hia Apedtas
Io Lille
Nip
Nap
Jeasie Wayward
Marie Tishop
Irene Tanwiek
Owen Davis
Mrs. Grundy
Neightorhood
Graysons
Tom
Mexico
Cecilia
Jenny Gay
Rosebude
Pathe
Family Theatre
Howard Estabrook
Cliss Milford
Kathryn Brown Decker
United States
Letting electricity do one's work on Cedar Falls farms
Thirteen farmers south of Cedar Falls adopt electrification for power and illumination. Homes and barns glow with electric light. A list names CG. A. Rownd, George Peterson, John Johnson, Marius Bergstrom, Arthur Craeger, Hans Hanson, Hert Wirdon, Thomas Flanson, Fred Rownd, Mr. Johnson, Peter Peterson. Appliances run and flies chased away by electric fans.
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Thomas Wangson
Cedar Falls
Waneon
Hanson
Mr. Hanson
CG. A. Rownd
George Peterson
John Johnson
Marius Bergstrom
Arthur Craeger
Hans Hanson
Hert Wirdon
Thomas Flanson
Fred Rownd
Mr. Johnson
Peter Peterson
Salvax Kidney Remedy Promoted By Local Druggists
A local advertisement touts Salvax as a powerful kidney remedy with a money back guarantee. It claims the medicine cleanses kidneys, remove uric acid, and ease rheumatic pains, offering relief or refund. Sold by Wanegler Bros. Co. and other leading druggists in the area.
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Clarks
Solvax
Wanegler Bros. Go
Squeaking Kidneys Warn Prompt Action
An old advertisement warns of kidney distress with back pains and fatigue signaling failing kidney or bladder function. It promotes GOLD MEDAL Haartem Oil Capsules imported from Haarlem Holland as a remedy, claims rapid relief, and offers refunds if not satisfied.
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Haarlem
Holland
End Catarrhal Deafness and Head Noises Remedy
Cure for catarrhal deafness and head noises using Parmint double strength mixed with hot water and granulated sugar. Take one tablespoon four times daily to relieve head noises, open nasal passages, ease breathing, and stop mucus drainage. Easy to prepare, inexpensive, and pleasant. Give this prescription a trial.
Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound Restores Hair Color
An old advertisement touts Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a home tonic or drugstore bottle for darkening gray hair. It claims the product hides dandruff, stops shedding, and makes hair look thicker and younger after daily application with a sponge or brush.
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Divine
The
Colters
First
Presbyterian Church
Adolphe Pegoud
Wat Ghemans
Toumars
Sonsadens Pelt
Laura Hope Crows
Thomas Melghan
George Gebhart
Raymond Hatton
Plaza
Clara Kimball Young
Nhall
Miss Young
John L. Sehram
Japan
Asiatic Feet and Line
Saratoga
Arctic
Our
SSSS
Fiies
Sabetea
Ness Office
Telephone
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