Waterloo Evening Courier's 1815 digest of world notes
A compilation from the Waterloo Evening Courier includes quotes from the New York World on medical ethics and a New York man charged with secondary manslaughter. It surveys railroad policy, Thanksgiving timing with Congress, and a column of varied items from satire on Sing Sing to the fate of Black Diamond the buffalo on treasury notes. It also mentions shipping, the American merchant marine, and buffalo meat in New York restaurants.
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New York World
Chicago
Black Diamond
Treasury
Belgians in Need Highlighted at Thanksgiving Appeal
The article urges continued aid for Belgians destitute due to war, noting widespread neglect by press and public. It appeals to readers to share Thanksgiving bounties with the suffering, and identifies Henry Clews of Broad Street New York City as manager of the Dollar Christmas Fund for relief.
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Belgium
Henry Claws
Broad Street
New York City
Clews
Curly Birch
Minute Men style rifles clubs spark in Chicago
An editor praises Chicago activists forming municipal rifle clubs to revive the Minute Men concept. The plan envisions every able bodied man in a community enlisting, pledging military service, and owning a rifle to defend the nation, reflecting strong patriotic sentiment amid conflict.
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Thruput Tlinois
Ita
Municipal reform and defense must take a back seat
William Dudley Foulke urged at a Municipal League gathering that national defense should be treated as the supreme priority, arguing preparation for war and safeguarding national integrity must precede municipal welfare and Tenure reform, urging caution before addressing local issues.
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Municipal League
Wiliam Dudley Foulke
Mgr. Foulke
Pepper Talk: Defeating the Blue Devils with Work
George Mathew Adams advises readers to combat worry and blues through the right work. Emphasizes fresh air, clean thoughts, sound sleep, and activity to reduce tension, boost efficiency, and improve heart health. Encourages smiling, sleeping, and exercising worry away.
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Blue Devils
The Trombone Wit: A Humorous Observer on Brass
A satirical piece derides the trombone and its players, detailing exaggerated play and tuning mishaps. It mocks musicians with awkward technique, describes the instrument’s quirks, and lampoons audience reactions to overzealous performers and noisy bands.
I Don’t Believe It A Lesson On Truth and Belief
A narrator recalls a friend Rosie who claimed unlikely events such as late bedtimes and electric shocks stringing people together. The tale prompts reflection that appearances mislead and most people exaggerate rather than tell outright lies.
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Tan
Rosia
Sali Rosie
Rosie
Resia
Iowa Editors Weigh Penrose and Suffrage Outlook
A Dubuque Times Journal digest reviews editorials from multiple papers on national figures and suffrage prospects. It cites Senate leaders Penrose and Taft era jokes, optimistic bets on equal suffrage in eastern states, and notes Davenport on urban management as a developing profession.
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Penrose
Dubuque
Joe" Cannon
Taft
Pen- Ton
Eagle triumphs over Dumglum in mountain tale
Eagle lands atop granite tower and confronts the giant four legged Dumglum. He uses magical powder to shrink the beast to a bullfrog, saving his people from misery. The spring is restored, land claimed, and a wedding celebrates. Tomorrow, Mr. Fox Fools Mrs. Fox.
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Dumglum
Jagger
Eagle
Dumplum
Eagly
Wagie
Nmountain
Juzgzer-Rum
Copstight
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
New York City
Editorials Cheer Preparedness Dominates National Mood
A era of veiled editorials proclaims broad support for preparedness across the country. Des Moines Register notes a Des Moines delegation focuses on Polk county roadwork while other cities push for improvements. Mason City Globe Gazette argues Thanksgiving joy comes from fellowship and gratitude, not turkey, preferring peace over European conflict.
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Des Moines
Des Moines Register
Greater
Turkey
Mason City Globe Gazette
Europe
Views of the People Saving the Squirrels in Highland Park
A reader praises a Nov 20 editorial on protecting squirrels and birds in affluent Highland Park and Lake Forest estates. The letter from Hibrand Park, Illinois, notes abundant wildlife and regular Courier visits as residents enjoy local nature. A Bible-themed anecdote follows from the Minneapolis Journal about courtship, a man’s longing, and a marriage planned for the following month.
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Highland Park
Lake Forest
Courier
George II. Thompson
Hibbrand Park
Bridf
Minneapolis
St. v
Ruth
John
Bad air and cold weather warn Burlington readers
Burlington Gazette advises against pneumonia from cold air and poor ventilation. It urges opening room windows two to three times daily, venting bedrooms at night, and brisk walks after crowded transit. It also suggests pushing landlords to improve heating but warns against airtight homes until next summer.
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Burlington Gazette
Applying this Paste Actually Removes Hairs
Beauty notes describe a paste made from Uttin water and delatone powder to remove hair. After about two minutes the paste is rubbed off and the skin washed. The method claims complete hair removal and blemish free skin if real delatone is used.
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