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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1918
Page
9
Sir George Cave says Germany seeks to fracture allied unity and align with Bolshevism. He urges continuation of the Defense of the Realm Act powers and introduction of a bill to restrict enemy aliens on landing in the next Parliament.
Fuel administrator Fred L. Northey reported no specifics on coal developments. He noted 43,000 tons of anthracite were said to have reached Chicago and Milwaukee docks with Waterloo projected at 7,000 tons from a 145,000 ton district quota, though only 1,400 tons have been delivered so far. Cars of hard coal are arriving weekly and will continue through winter.
Washington reports Liberty loan subscriptions at 36 920 027 000 with all four loans and War savings totaling 17 852 000 000. Other items note ships carrying food to northern France Belgium and Austria, German controlled insurance firms seized, and Paris academy election of Foch and Clemenceau.
Washington DC November 20 war department release shows 1399 names in categories killed in action died of wounds died of accident disease wounded degrees undetermined wounded severely missing in action prisoners. The list includes 45 lowans with names from Morning Sun Winterset Oelwein Conrad Des Moines Davenport and other Iowa towns.
German newspapers show matrimonial ads filling pages as war-bound society seeks spouses. Widowers with millions, physicians seeking mates, and families advertise for relatives while others offer to sell products to eastern markets. Tobacco shortages drive demand for cigars and cigarettes.
At a Senate hearing on the Washington Times purchase funded by Brewers, evidence showed the same source financed the Montgom ery Alabama Advertiser. W Feigenspan of Newark identified as a brewer underwriter of a loan for the Advertiser. Records showed $100,000 collateral at a Philadelphia bank and noted the acquisition was negotiated by G S Viereck and William J Sheehan.
A county letter urges all regions to conserve food beyond wheat during the first conservation week December 1 to 8. It calls for exporting 20,000,000 tons to allies and conquered nations, prioritizing fats meats and feeds, and eliminating waste. Victory flour substitutes may be bought by the Grain Corporation and shipped with labeled package weights.
Black Hawk county chair man Macy Campbell announced the war work drive will continue in Black Hawk and other Iowa counties not yet meeting quotas. A time limit is set to ensure counties support returning soldiers and display county commitment to the war effort.
Paris November 20. Louis Beaumond provided his Pavilion de Lysee as a home for the aviation officers club. The facility will serve American aviation officers visiting Paris and act as a center for air service men and allied colleagues for fraternal reunions.
An advertisement touts St Jacobs Liniment as a magic quick fix for neuralgia and all pain. It claims soothing, penetrating application relieves neuralgia in moments with no return of misery and harmless skin effects after half a century of use.
A national ad feature touts Orlex powder to darken gray hair instantly with a $100 bond guarantee against metals and irritants. It also promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood-building tonic for anemia with testimonials from Mrs George Havey and a claim of wide consumer benefit.
London discussions swirl around President Wilson possible European trip. Some fear undermining popular liberty and peace talks, others believe his presence could aid the Entente. The visit prompts speculation on his constitutional role and potential informal interactions with premiers amid wartime diplomacy. Additional minor notices include real estate transfers and an influenza recovery ad.
Endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy for indigestion gas sourness and stomach discomfort. Claims quick relief from weak or overworked stomachs and effectiveness for heavy meals and bile-like sensations. Advises buying a 50 cent box in large stores and urges care for the stomach.
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