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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1912
Page
10
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a remedy for sour stomach belching acid and nausea. It claims the product cleanses the stomach, reduces foul gases, eases liver and bowel issues, and promises effect by morning from a 10-cent box, suitable for children as well.
Des Moines reports Edward W. Van Duyn state labor commissioner will seek reappointment as labor commissioner rather than assistant secretary of state. He plans to secure the governor elect George W. Clarke's appointment citing one-term precedent and strong support from labor circles.
An ad emphasizes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as safest for children and adults and claims it lacks opiates. It argues the medicine is least effective for coughs but still relieves grippe and soothes throat and chest ailments.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a cure for catarrh and related symptoms. It claims rapid nose and head relief, reduces discharge and fever, and prevents further spitting and discomfort. The ad notes a 25 cent bottle and guarantees cure, with agent H. W. Taggart.
Waverly Iowa reports robbers attempt a January 1 1930s style arson at Frank Wynhoff's chicken house destroying 160 chickens and leading to calls for bloodhounds as a wave of thefts continues. The same area notes deaths and a sugar bin dust explosion injuries at Iowa Sugar Company. Louis Carstensen fireman in serious condition after being injured by a hose cart.
Charles City Iowa November 12 district court session concentrates on a case described as a matter claiming special attention. The proceeding involves parties unnamed in the fragment and pending legal action.
A popular home remedy claims one pint makes a superior cough syrup for two dollars. Mix granulated sugar with warm water, add Pinex and sugar syrup, then take teaspoonful doses. Promises quick relief for coughs, hoarseness, croup, bronchitis, and lung troubles with a pine based tonic.
Kathrine Benninghoff recounts how she followed her husband Edward D. Benninghoff in disguises for ten days to prove his affair with Miss Georgia Smith a Volunteers of America worker. She obtained a warrant and had him arrested on a statutory charge while vowing further sensational disclosures.
A quotation from Robert and Loula Stevenson emphasizes that every person is a treasured part of humankind and bears responsibility to contribute with intellect, compassion, and effort toward the future.
Chicago news reports Chief John J. McWeeny ordering a large police crusade against northwest side gangs after Patrolman Charles Jones was killed during an attempted arrest. Assistant Chief Herman Schuettler cites ongoing police clashes since the Guelzon murderers' time. two officers killed, several injured.
Dispatch from Des Moines reports KB G Dunn democratic candidate for governor attended sessions of the canvassing board but no representative appeared before Black Hawk county supervisors. Four Republicans and three Democrats on the board plan to credit votes to each candidate. A proposed county farm building for the incurable insane is near passage, while a one mill levy for a soldiers memorial hall may include a rest room, location to be decided, amid Civil War veteran support and bipartisan sentiment.
The Chamber of Commerce of the United States completes by laws outlining a national referendum process. It defines committee scope for national legislation and plans a referendum from 2,390 organizations on a national budget. The Board meets in Chicago November 18 to plan the 1913 annual meeting in Washington.
President-elect Woodrow Wilson has not chosen a Washington church, though both Presbyterian congregations are eager for him. Locals enjoy the light rivalry as carriages and taxis flood Cleveland Lane, with Charley Guinn profiting as Wilson’s longtime driver. Guinn recalls past roles for Wilson and notes the president-elect may not address speaking engagements until after his December vacation.
Mothers describe using Father John’s Medicine for colds and chest illnesses in a series of interviews. Testimonials from Mrs E B E Jackson, Mrs Jarsey City, Mrs Guo Schaeffer, and Mrs Handel Hob son claim the remedy cured coughs, built strength, and restored health without alcohol or dangerous drugs.
Des Moines reports a Polk County election legality contest brewing amid removal of the party lever and missing presidential electors from ballots. Democratic and Progressive leaders discuss potential court action, with lawyers arranged and official counts ongoing across counties.
Two women from New Moorefield Ohio recount relief from female troubles after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs Cassin Noyde and Mrs Resert Cout describe backache irregularity and fatigue improving after treatment and urge others to try the medicine.
An advertisement claims Foley Kidney Pills relieve rheumatic pains and backache from weak kidneys. It touts tonic, strengthening action to build up kidneys and regulate function, promising quick relief without habit forming drugs.
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