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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1918
Page
9
In a wartime message the paper notes America’s gratitude as Germany faces disaster and surrender. It cites the relief of families and soldiers, urging prayers for safety and a return home. The editorial reflects on humankind seeking divine aid amid the war’s dawn of time and hopeful peace.
A dramatic wartime voice recalls Christ’s words it is finished and the Allied victory cry it is finished. The article extols the end of four and a quarter years of bloodshed in France and Belgium, praising Allied sacrifice and warning of the costs of war and the dangers of German aggression.
The piece discusses expected friction between a Republican Congress and a Democratic presidency after March 4. It notes vetoes and confirmations shape laws, the difficulty of a two-thirds override, and the need for cross-party cooperation. It highlights potential strain between President Wilson and Senator Lodge despite a functional business tone.
A historical analysis traces Emperor William II from his 1890 split with Bismarck through the onset of World War I. It covers his military discipline, naval interests, governance style, and role in pushing German ambitions, including diplomacy, alliances, and the 1914 crisis involving Britain, France, and Russia.
The author reflects on preferred intimate vistas over expansive views from hilltops. She recalls scenes framed by barn doors, a sunset river between a garage and a weathered house, and city alley sunsets that soothe defeat. The piece considers whether small framed glimpses surpass broad seascapes for beauty.
Abdi cation on November 9 1918 ended his reign begun June 15 1888. The text portrays William II as obsessed with world dominion and responsible for mobilization and wartime cruelties, including actions in Belgium France Serbia and the Lusitania tragedy. It highlights his divine right rhetoric and views on democracy as a reaction against his rule.
A Lyon Massachusetts carpenter, Harry L. Seaver, reports twenty years of rheumatic pain worsened by thin blood. After using Dr Williams Pink Pills he claims relief and urges others to try them. He notes the pills restore blood and expel rheumatic poisons, with distribution via mail from Dr Williams Medicine Co.
Iowa officials report 60 highway deaths in July and August with 21 autos struck by trains. There were 965 nonfatal accidents in the same period. The state notes rising auto use with about 300,000 vehicles and urges studies to compare pre and post auto era road dangers.
A vintage advertisement promotes Mother's Friend as a preparation for childbirth. It claims to soften muscles nerves and cords reducing pain and nervousness during labor. It offers a booklet and a bottle from Bradfield Regulator Company in Atlanta, Georgia.
An old advertisement touts Hamlin's Wizard Oil as a penetrating remedy for back pain rheumatism sciatica and stiff joints. It claims fast relief for sprains bruises cuts burns bites and stings and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Also promotes Wizard Liver Whips pink pills priced at 30 cents with a similar guarantee.
Advertises Miller's Antiseptic Oil as a remedy for influenza colds sore throat and pneumonia. Claims instant chest and throat relief, opens airways and eases breathing. Advises small sugar to ease cough. says results guaranteed or money refunded. Sold by Turen & Ian and J Miller.
Webster City Freeman Journal notes debate over current travel risk with a call to renew the Safety First campaign. The column mocks Champ Clark’s stance on conscription while suggesting Clark will stay silent.
Portland Indiana woman says she could not stand or work due to weakness and nervousness. After ineffective physician treatments she used Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and regained strength, now doing her own housework. The ad invites letters for health guidance from Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.
An advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowel tonic. It claims 90 percent of sickness stems from inactive bowels and liver and promises to restore vitality, featuring the olive colored tablets and pricing at 6c per box across druggists.
Vintage medicine ad touts a cough and cold remedy used by families for fifty years. It promises rapid relief and is sold by druggists nationwide with prices 60 cents and 1.20 dollars. Also promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills for constipation at 25 cents.
A skin remedy promises to stop itching and irritation. Temp, sold by druggists, claims to clear acne eczema pimples and rashes, with minor blemishes disappearing overnight. Zemo is described as a safe antiseptic liquid that won’t stain or feel greasy, priced 35 cents or a large bottle for one dollar.
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