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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1925
Page
3
The piece reflects on the football season ending and the postseason buzz. It notes the absence of Walter Camp’s All American, the rise of expert writers, and the shift of focus to spring practice and other sports as coaches and players move on. It captures the newspaper tone of reflection and transition after a season.
Congress faces possible action on reapportionment after the 1920 census. Debate centers on whether to add seats, keep 435, or shrink the ratio to population. Critics argue 435 is unwieldy, but supporters say a few more members could worsen efficiency. Democracy vs control remains the core tension.
A Maryland landowner and horseman, 37, shot himself after a fatal act tied to a perceived tragedy on stage. Authorities investigated but found no note or clear motive, while family hints a personal crisis stirred by a dramatic life that may reflect on theatre’s claim to truth or illusion.
A Des Moines district judge criticizes Indianola county clerks for lax marriage license practices while Indianola county attorney satirically defends easy approvals. Other editorials praise critics, question engineering college duplication, and note corn profits amid heavy crop yields.
Burroughs Nature Club presents reader questions on birds forests and wildlife. Answers discuss birds like the handsome species, fruit types, goldfish life in water, and forest regrowth after logging. The column reviews tree behavior and seasonal cycles with observations on nesting habits and forest dynamics.
Dr William Brady discusses legislative support for compensating typhoid carriers who lose work due to illness, urging state responsibility for preventable diseases. He cites outbreaks linked to carriers in food and dairy, notes surveys finding carriers in Alabama and a high prevalence in certain communities, and promotes vaccination and pasteurization as safeguards while urging readers to submit health questions to the column.
Olaf Yhornberg is killed in his cabin aboard the steam yacht Norseman. Captain Garrison, the sole other person on deck, faces a tense trial as evidence links a safe, Thornberg money, and a broken cane to a deadly assault. The defense and prosecutor clash over motive and opportunity in a crowded courtroom scene.
Uncle Wiggily the rabbit visits Mrs. Bushytail the squirrel regarding leftover Thanksgiving food. She offers to share with nearby animals and hopes he stays through Christmas to visit his friends, but he must honor a prior promise.
Uncle Wiggily helps a poor mouse gentleman and his seven hungry children by bringing Thanksgiving food. A hungry fox cat arrives, threatening to bite, but the scene centers on the generous act and the mouse family’s need amidst winter hunger.
A reader asks for the Theseus tale. Theseus travels from Athens to Crete, defeats the Minotaur in the Labyrinth, aided by Ariadne’s thread, and escapes to sail home with his prize. Ariadne dies en route, but Theseus later rules Athens.
Tomorrow A Teller About Letters invites boys and girls to write Uncle Ray at the newspaper address. Include age, school, Dame, and address and send to Uncle Ray in care of the paper. The note discusses Columbus Drake Magellan voyages and religious themes, with biblical references by GEORGE W. SALISBURY.
A playful tale of Uncle Wiggl y and Johnnie as a Bob Cat is teased by mice who nibble its toes, followed by grateful comments over a basket of food sent by Mrs. Bushytail. Nearby, a long discussion on the soul and personality unfolds, exploring biblical uses of soul, flesh, mind, and character across various verses and interpretations.
A vintage advertisement touts Creomulsion for persistent coughs and colds. It claims Creomulsion soothes inflamed membranes, inhibits germ growth, and heals throat troubles. The ad promises stomach absorption of creosote and a two fold healing action with a money back guarantee if symptoms fail to improve.
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