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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1911
Page
2
A critical discussion questions the steel trust’s stock watering and the 19th century capitalization gains. It argues the government pursues dissolving actions rather than punishing the trust for profiteering, noting millionaires created overnight and the public bore the cost.
A historical outlook on high school and college sports critiques over specialization and proxy participation. It cites Wisconsin’s approach requiring freshmen to participate in football drills and scrimmage to broaden involvement. The piece advocates fewer star athletes and more students gaining real physical benefit through active play.
County superintendents question a tuition rule allowing district graduates to enroll in the nearest city high school. The policy assumes the students pass an exam studied by teachers who themselves may lack higher credentials. Critics wonder why lay teachers are not trained in civil government.
Advertisement promotes a multi ingredient Catarrh Cure sold by Cheney and Co of Toledo Ohio. It asserts direct action on mucous membranes and claims widespread trust, with testimonials and prescriptions. The item reflects early 20th century patent medicine marketing.
The piece argues that teacher shortages stem from inadequate school funding and salaries, noting rural pupils suffer. It discusses Iowa’s reciprocity movement to boost local industry and urges domestic product support to attract manufacturers. It also critiques Des Moines advertising and mentions a Civil War veteran living to 103, linking optimism to longevity.
A Davenport Times column argues a strong parent role is essential when children quit school before finishing their course. The piece frames the question as a serious public issue and urges caregivers to consider long term consequences.
The La Porte Progress Review notes Leach of Fitness and a Buchan County hopeful seen as fit for Pickett's seat if possible, while water and politics shift as the Wapsie river flows north toward Independence and beyond.
Ruth Cameron argues that the craving for expensive possessions does not bring true happiness. She cites couples, workers, and couples about to marry, noting how focus on material goods often harms heart, home life, and opportunities. Global examples, quotes from Robert Louis Stevenson, and reflections on beauty versus ownership support the thesis.
A mail carrier from Atehisan Vikan reports kidney and back pain worsened by heavy loads. After starting Foler kidney Pills he says the trouble disappeared and he feels as sound as ever. The note is attributed to Fred Daehten and HH. W. Taggart among others with contact details.
Dr. J O Stevenson argues British imperialism is a self aware nation led by merit rather than hereditary rule. He contrasts Caesarlike German and Russian rule with a flag loving empire where Canada is a keystone and London would host a federation of nations under a British flag.
An old advertisement asserts backache headache nervousness and rheumatism indicate kidney trouble. It promises prompt relief via Foley Kidney Pills, claiming they regulate urinary organs and provide tonic, quick results for both men and women.
Transfers involve Margaret D Buckner to W W Gist for land in 13-89-14 at 2800 dollars. H P Briden to Wm F Eighmey for lot 4 black 1 Manson's rd addition. Leavitt & Johnson Trust Co trustees to John Paul for lot 13 block 17 Hagerman Place at 200 dollars. Annie B Lichty to P H Paulsen for parts of blocks 1 2 3 4 in block 36 at 1200 dollars. United States to Robert Sinc land in 98 80 11 wa AL HU. Louis M Cook et al to Martha Cook for lot 6 block 4 Zollinger's addition Waterloo at 1 dollar. Highland Improvement Co to R N Cowin for lot 18 and part of lot 19 block 4 Highland. Calvary Baptist church to First Church of United Brethren for lot 1 and...
Part of lot 2 block 1 Johnsons addition sold for 8000 dollars. Adelbert D Sumner to Adam J Reber lot 5 block division A Cedar River park for 1 dollar. Chamberlains Liniment advised for pains. Patents granted to Iowans for week ending Nov 7 1911 include hayrake wall paper display rack pulsating milking device and more with various inventors in Ottumwa Vinton Des Moines Waterloo Clarinda Martins Ferry and Des Moines. Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised by Mrs Francis Turpin Oregon.
E H Boody builds a large modern home on Thirteenth avenue in Belle Plaine. The fourth annual poultry show will be held at Wheeler hall for the week of November 27. State club meetings of the single comb Rhode Island Red and likely the rose comb Rhode Island Red clubs will be held there and about 1,000 birds are expected.
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