Brookhart urges aid for island waterway and farmers
Senator Smith W. Brookhart, visiting Waterloo, urged early completion of the Lakes to Gulf waterway to enable year round freight and aid farmers with surplus grain and cotton. He urged government control of barge service, cooperative marketing, and use of $200 million in federal funds for support, plus price fixes akin to steel rails, to stabilize farm income. He noted broad farm discontent and outlined plans for Y M C A fundraising drives and forthcoming speeches in Preston and New York.
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Smith W. Brookhart
Waterloo
Armiatioa
Hull
Lioux County
American Legion
Greene
Butler County
Brookhart
Senate
Lakes-to-Gulf Waterway
Chicago
Gulf
Congress
Baltimore
Pacific Coast
Mississippis
Memphis
Points South
Mississippi Warrior
St. Louis
New Hampshire
Colorado
Tennessee
Washington
Wallace
Steel Corporation
Pittsburgh
Canada
England
Russia
Kenyon
Preston
Jackson County
Academy of Political Science
New York
Leaders Appointed for 723 Community Chest Drive
Captains for division fund solicitation were named at a Greater Waterloo Association meeting. Alfred O. Booth is campaign director. H. B. Lichts is general chairman and Carleto, 3ias Isines is a chairman. Mrs. B. J. Howery was named chairman of the women’s division and will complete her organization at a meeting.
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Greater Waterloo Association
Central Branch
BE. GA
Boy Scouts
Salvation Army
Red Cross
Social Welfare League
Playground Commission
Alfred O. Booth
H. B. Lichts
Carleto
3Ias Isines
B. J. Howery
Waterloo contractor admits error in unpaid debts
John Judd, long time Waterloo builder, admits error in leaving un unpaid obligations. He was intercepted at Sac City while en route to California. three Waterloo material dealers filed liens totaling 1 963.27. Judd, detained for payment arrangements, faces larceny by embezzlement charges while police and creditors seek resolution.
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John 7. Judd
Waterloo
Judd
Sac City
California
F. A. Robinson
J. ©. Murtagh
Aheriff
Robinson
Ppoebe
J. McMurrin
Dr W HY Bickley Cleared in Fatal Auto Mishap
Supreme Court holds Dr W H Y Bickley blameless for the death of Hugh Curry struck by a car driven by Dimetri Subeff, 17, while Bickley was away in New York. Mrs Curry’s damages suit against the physician was affirmed as denied in lower court.
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W. HH. Bickley
Supreme Court
Hugh Curry
Dimetri Subeff
Dr. Bickley
New York
Subeff
Hurson
Waterloo
Gedar Falls
Curry
Pimples Mar Complexion Promised by Calcium Wafers
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a skin purifying remedy for pimples and blemishes. It claims direct blood delivery provides calcium to the skin, improving tone and clarity, with a 60 cent box and free sample offer from A. Stuart Co. in Marshall, Michigan.
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Stuart
A. Stuart Co
Stuart Bidg
Marshall
Mich
Visitors Welcome in Catholic Churches
Very Rev Edward Slattery and Rev J M Molloy pastors at St Joseph and Sacred Heart respond to inquiries about non-Catholics attending Catholic services. They state non-Catholics are welcome at all Catholic functions and ushers will seat them as needed.
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Edward Slattery
St. Joseph Church
J. M. Molloy
Sacred Heart
Luther College Draws Most Students From Outside Iowa
Devorah Ia November 13 Luther College reports 33 percent of its students come from Minnesota while Iowa provides 31 percent. The diverse enrollment spans 16 U S states three foreign countries and Canada with Wisconsin South and North Dakota also contributing. Norway and five South African states are represented and Turkey may be added as the consul-general's son is reportedly en route.
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Devorah
Luther College
West
Luther
Minnesota
Iowa
United States
Canada
Wisconsin
South
North Dakota
California
Oregon
Washington
Norway
Turkey
Improvements Underway at Electric Park for 1924 Season
Electric Park is undergoing improvements for the 1924 amusement season. Chief project is the installation of 2,000 feet of pipe to upgrade utilities and facilities.
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Electric Park
Famous Old Pinex Cough Syrup Recipe Promises Quick Relief
A nostalgia advertisement touts a home cough syrup using 24 ounces of Pinex mixed with a pint of sugar syrup or substitutes. It claims rapid relief within 24 hours for coughs bronchitis croup hoarseness and asthma symptoms. The ad urges asking a doctor for the exact 24 ounce Pinex dose and guarantees satisfaction or refund from The Pinex Co.
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Pinex Co
Warne
Ind
Fiery itching skin soothed by Mentho Sulphur cream
A skin specialist touts Mentho Sulphur cream as quick relief for eczema and irritated skin. The preparation is said to stop itching after one or two applications and clear the skin by destroying parasites causing soreness and rash. A small jar can be purchased at drug stores.
Park Renovation Plans Include Sanitation and Facilities
The grounds will be supplied with city water to enable sanitary rent rooms and adequate fire protection. The park entrance is being remodeled and midway booths and buildings will move. Dressing rooms showers and training quarters for athletic participants are planned. R E Peterson parks manager aims to add a new riding device before next summer opening. The Peterson family plans a motor trip to southern amusement centers around November 15 to gather ideas for the local park.
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R. E. Peterson
Peterson
Clarence
Karl Rowler
Logal Park
Freezone promises quick corn relief advert
Advertisement claims Freezone easily removes hard or soft corns and calluses without soreness or irritation. It promotes a small bottle sold by druggists for a few cents and asserts relief when applied to the corn, with eventual painless removal.
Independence Woman's Club Recital at M. E. Church
A recital by Independence Woman's Club members will be held at the M. E. Church with Prof. George W. Samson as accompanist. The event follows a rectal at Independence Wednesday evening and features Henry Things.
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Henry Things
Independence
George W. Samson
M. 2
Onder Tubptees
Independence Woman's Club
Railway Offers Round Trip for Iowa Minnesota Game
The Chicago Great Western Railway announces a round trip fare for Iowa versus Minnesota football fans. The special rate applies for the Saturday game, inviting followers of University of Iowa to travel to the matchup.
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Great Western
Twin Cities
All Steel
Best Pullman
A. J. Howans
Chicago
University of Iowa
Uint Chicago Great Western
Allway 18
Why Stay Fat You Can Reduce Marmola Tablets Ad
An old advertisement claims Marmola Prescription Tablets help weight loss easily. It asserts dieting and exercise are unnecessary and promotes a one dollar box sold worldwide or by mail from the Marmola Co Detroit Michigan.
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Marmola Co
Woodward Ave
Detroit
Special Iowa Minnesota Trip Offer Noted
A brief mention advertises a special round trip rate of 5260 dollars for travel to Minneapolis on the Saturday of an Iowa Minnesota event. The discount amounts to about a third of the regular fare and applies Friday and Saturday, November 16.
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Minneapolia
Iowa-Minnesota
Bohemia's tallest steeple noted in travel account
A travel fragment notes the highest steeple in Bohemia reaching a notable height and mentions honoring a return trip by Monday night. The text emphasizes the structure’s prominence in the region.
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Bohemia
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