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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1917

Page

2

Thousand Voices in Patriotic Air At Cattle Congress Grounds

A homecoming program at the Cattle Congress grounds drew nearly 4,000 in a tent for a 1,000-voice chorus and tableaux themed patriotic airs. Prof. C A Fullerton directed the chorus with help from Paul Davis, Mrs. J E O Keefe oversaw tableaux, and Miss Columbia led the Blessing tableau. Wardrobe and military scenes featured veterans, Scouts, and Red Cross workers in a finale of The Star Spangled Banner.

Cattle Congress Grounds C. A. Fullerton Iowa State Teachers’ College Waterloo Cedar Falls la Porte City Hudson Jesup Paul Davis J. E. O'Keefe Drama League C. J. Moore Columbia W. H. Hanna Alfred Mullan Prof. Fullerton Wight Johnny America Belle Hanna Brethread Church William Refsnider Boy Scouts Red Cross

Mississippi Man Delighted by Dairy Cattle Congress

Jackson resident L. Castleman traveled to Waterloo to attend the Dairy Cattle Congress and praised the event as world class. He noted the show’s magnitude, excellent cattle quality, and advised dairy enthusiasts to attend. He observed rapid progress in southern dairying.

L. Castleman Jackson Miss Dairy Cattle Congress Waterloo Mr. Castleman Tam

They Are Sweet Singers and Beef Growers Unite

Stockmen and farmers learn it pays to do business on a big scale as the scrub cow fades away. Mr Castleman promises to remain a booster for the congress and plans to bring a delegation of neighbors next year.

Castleman Congress

How War Affects the Dairy Herds Report at Waterloo Show

The dairy cattle congress at Waterloo, hampered by railroad car shortages and a draft taking hundreds of cattlemen, still saw the largest exhibit in its history. Officials say a record could have been set, but many herds could not attend due to lack of transport and trained caretakers. Trainers and herdsmen received praise for their role in the remarkable ring showing.

Congress United States Waterloo

Florida Editor Here for Ideas on Dairy State Growth

Will M. Traer, editor of the Florida Farmer and Stockman in Jacksonville, visited the cattle show this week. He compared Waterloo’s growth to Iowa and spoke of Florida’s push to become an agricultural and dairy center with one million acres of corn under cultivation and strong yields. He noted Armour and Co. packing plants in Jacksonville and the city’s wartime harbor activity including 26 wooden ships and three steel ships, plus a state troops mobilization hub.

Will M. Traer Florida Farmer and ‘Stockman Jacksonville Fraer Florida Armour & Co Traer Ife

Holsteins Shine in Milk and Butterfat Records

Troland Clonre of the Holstein-Priesian association speaks at the Dairy Cattle Congress in Washington about Holsteins as the most profitable cows. New records show Holsteins lead seven day and 30 day tests in butterfat and milk, with the world's top butterfat single cow. Holsteins dominate 18 top seven day records and top ten yearly tallies, surpassing Jerseys Guernseys Ayrshires in fat production.

Troland Clonre Holstein-Priesian Association of America Dairy Cattle Congress Washington, D. C Herald Busfore Uplstein-Vriesian Association Cleare Chitm Enw Leif Payne Johanna Jerseys Guernseys Sutter Ayrshires Guernseya Ayrsehires

Holstein Sale Attracts Buyers At Dairy Congress

The annual Holstein sale connected with the Dairy Cattle Congress will draw breeders from across the country. Over 80 purebred animals will be offered, with some in the prize ring this week. All entries have been tuberculin tested by Dr. O. P. Thompson. Sale begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. Col umbus Ohio producer Gol D. L. Perry and J. K. E. Mack of Morton Atkin oversee the event.

Dairy Cattle Congress O. P. Thompson D. L. Perry Columbus J. KE. Mack Mort At

Holstein Breeders Banquet At Galloway Club Tonight

Son of Wis and Klerk will be auctioneers at a banquet honoring Holstein breeders attending the congress. The event is under the auspices of the Town Holstein Breeders' association and extends cordial welcome to visiting breeders.

Wis Klerk Galloway Club Holstein Breeders’ Association

Every Inch of Display Space Occupied at Dairy Cattle Congress

For the first time, all exhibit space is sold out at the Dairy Cattle Congress and Pure Food show. Exhibitors from long distances could not secure space, with late applications. Some arranged tents outside the exhibition hall as demand outpaced supply. Fred Fenton, in charge of the exhibit, noted even more space could have been used.

Dairy Cattle Congress Fred Fenton

Dairy Cattle Congress Promises Expansion Next Year

Secretary and manager B. Hatel announced the Dairy Cattle Congress is recognized as the leading event of its kind worldwide. He said it is reasonable to expect enlargement of the exhibition hall next year due to many space requests that could not be filled.

Dairy Cattle Congress Hatel

How Fat Actress Was Made Slim

A public notice claims Marmola Prescription Tablets help reduce fat with claims of two to four pounds weekly. The actress testimonial says repeated use keeps weight in check. Available at druggists for 75 cents a large case or direct from Marmola Co. Detroit Michigan.

Marmola Co Woodward Ave Detroit Mich

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