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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1909
Page
2
The notice describes advertising rates and subscriptions for the largest circulating paper in Rick Hawk County. It notes rates published on request and that rates may change without notice. Classified Want ads are 1 cent per word for the first insertion and 15 cents for each subsequent consecutive insertion, with reductions for longer runs.
The Waterloo Evening Courier is a clean high grade evening newspaper with wide circulation. It emphasizes reaching homes in the city suburbs and rural areas, presenting abundant silent salesman value for advertisers in Northern Iowa.
El Jacob Pfhiffer announces candidacy for state senator subject to the Republican primary in June. The notice names the candidate and indicates forthcoming selection by party voters.
A stark editorial condemns the Cairo mob for brutal racial violence and grotesque acts. It warns that mob law undermines democracy and urges decisive action, calm justice, and stronger civic resolve to preserve liberties and government legitimacy.
Chicago Tribune notes rising race hatred in northern states, arguing it is worse to ignore the trend than to critique southern mob violence. The piece suggests such prejudice undermines moral authority and could fuel further societal tension.
A provincial editorial comments on rising anti black attitudes in the north, mob violence in Illinois, and the westward expansion of capitalism. It critiques Senator Cul lom and Taft, notes the Cairo mob, and mocks Cedar Rapids while praising Kansas and Nebraska farmers as capitalists. The piece also discusses bank clearings and conservation of water power sites and ends with a jab at Cedar Rapids’ pride.
A Dubuque Times Journal editorial urges a federal pension of 120 a year for workers over 65 with limited assets, while warning the U.S. should rely on insurers or employers. Cedar Rapids Gazette notes Senator Cummins spoke firmly in Chicago, and Mason City Tribune criticizes Aldrich’s plan as needing Western education and confidence.
A columnist argues most women invite or provoke street annoyances by how they act. He cites personal experience and anecdotes, noting intoxicated or monstrous offenders exist but are not representative. He suggests cautious women with focused minds see little trouble, while persistent complainers fit a certain stereotype.
A delegate was sent to attend the national conference at Peoria next June. An investigation is requested to determine if the disease is caused by eating spoiled corn foods, though a final decision is not undertaken. The state board plans prompt action in Iowa.
Eldora Ledger argues that support from the West will be viewed with suspicion and urges fair treatment of boys on farms. It contends that boys stay loyal when treated well, resisting brutal discipline and unlikely to pursue glories of agriculture if mistreated.
A new weekly Democratic newspaper will debut in Des Moines on December 1 under the title The National Democrat. It will be published by National Printing Co with W A Hutton leading, and associates William Porter S G Hutton and C O Long. The venture aims to bolster democratic principles in Iowa, especially in Des Moines and Polk County.
Des Moines reports that State Board of Health official Dr Hiker recommends no quarantine for pellagra as the disease is not contagious. He urges hospital physicians statewide to search for evidence of the disease and inform doctors about symptoms and nature of pellagra.
Des Moines November 15 Moving Day will soon be at the Mason Motor Co The local firm has grown from a small auto factory to national prominence It will leave the Capital City in a few days for Waterloo Organized five years ago by H E Magon then owned three years before sale to Senator F L Maytag Newton He Maytag expanded the company to a large concern The move will be felt by boosters and all current employees will be retained with plans to enlarge on arrival
Albert F. Braham of Omaha is newly elected great ruler of the Ancient Mystic Order of Bagmen of Bagdad. The ceremony for the Baymen occurred Saturday at Myrtle hall with officers and a class from Council Bluffs and other points initiated. The event drew attendees from the United Commercial organization and related grand officers.
Waterloo weekly bank clearings reach 884 060 87 with daily breakdowns from Monday to Saturday. A size comparison for week ending Nov 6 shows Waterloo ranked highly against Fort Wayne Akron and other cities, highlighting the Factory City’s relative strength. B L associations report loan applications and accumulations. realty transfers and mortgage activity noted. Waterloo Creamery butter advertised.
Des Moines reports Henry Wallace editor of the Henry Wallace farm magazine reiterates Doctor Chappel of the weather bureau warning on seed corn preservation. He urges farmers to select seed corn early, hang it to dry, and keep it dry before subzero cold snaps this month to protect the crop for 1910.
Kansas City, Ma. November 16. Thomas A. Hueston of St. Louis won his third world pool championship by defeating John Kling in the final block of an 800 ball match on Saturday night. The final score was 197 to 179. The series totals show Hueston 800 Kling 663. Kling previously won the championship five weeks ago.
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