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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1921
Page
6
The report notes the business amount increasing to 147 390 063 by October 1 and a 250 percent rise. It credits the thirty second general assembly for creating an insurance department, relieving the state auditor of that vast workload. The department has grown into a major state function.
In a council meeting without Mayor Frisbie, Council President Leon A. Link presided. Ernest Webberking proposed using streets through the old dump to handle disposal, appointing Webberking as custodian at 844 per month, and directing the city engineer to stake out Dewar and Glendale streets. The discussion also covered building inspector charges against Edward Mahnke and a plan to investigate alleged favoritism by the building commissioner with committees to review specific incidents. A paving expansion on Reber Avenue and a grant to adjust Grant Avenue width were discussed. A mystery bus, likely a dealer’s demonstration, prompted requests for license verification and enforcement review with city officials and police.
Des Moines reports a conference of Midwest governors called by Gov Kendall will meet in Des Moines on October 15, instead of October 12. Governors from Kansas Missouri Michigan Minnesota South Dakota and others plan to attend Illinois may not yet respond. The session may address unemployment relief and disarmament topics linked to Kendall’s efforts against coal and cement trusts.
An old time home remedy touts mixing 244 ounces of Pinex with a pint of sugar syrup or substitutes like molasses or honey to create a cough syrup claimed to beat store bought products in speed and cost. It markets Pinex as a pine extract from Norway for throat and chest ailments and urges asking a druggist for 244 ounces of Pinex with instructions.
Cut out this slip and mail to Foley & Co. for a trial package offering Foley’s Honer and Tat Compound for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills for pains and rheumatism, and Foley Cathartic Tablets for constipation and headaches. Sold everywhere. Advertisements.
Rev. Frank Coleman led a revival at First Brethren Church with last night’s sermon on the barren fig tree. He warned that mere leaves and creeds without fruits invite ruin, urging reconsecration and devotion among Christians tonight at 7 30 p m as the chorus grows stronger under W E Kemp.
Charles City Iowa credit roll reports that Hotel Hil dreth in Charles City changes hands as Brown Ludden and Co take over the lease from Holden Hotel Company. Manager for five years, the former leaseholder departs, new management begins operation at the hotel.
A stream of Waterloo residents tout Trutona as the best preparation for restoring health. Testimonials describe relief from gas, dizziness, sleep issues, and indigestion after using the tonic. The ad notes widespread local sales and lists Wanlger Brothers Drug Store in Waterloo and Pfeiffer Co. in Cedar Falls as retailers.
The hotel was remodelled and refurnished throughout when the former management took possession and is regarded as one of the best institutions in the middle west. Mesars, Brown and Ludden are experienced hotel men with many years in the business. Mr Brown comes from Stormlake where he managed a hostelry for several years and Mr Ludden is from Chicago where he operated a hotel.
Des Moines report by A C Savage notes Iowa insurance deposits rising from 32.88 million in 1909 to 56.79 million after 5 years, 86.78 million by 1928, and 37.89 million in 1919 when Savage took office, reflecting rapid growth since the department’s creation.
Pimply skin touted to improve after taking Dr Edwards Olive Tablets. Claims cleanse blood liver and bowels, substitute for calomel, gentle and safe with no dark taste or bad breath. Vege table formula in olive color. Dosing one or two nightly for a week. 15¢ and 30c.
Quit tobacco with No-To-Bac tablets when cravings strike. The ad promises relief from all tobacco cravings and a complete break from the habit, claiming mental and physical benefits and a money back guarantee from any druggist if not effective.
A woman recounts relief from gall stones and stomach trouble after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for over a year. She claims it cured her ailments and urges others to try the simple preparation. The ad promises refund if not satisfied and notes it removes mucus and inflammation linked to digestive issues. Available at all druggists.
A fragmented historical clipping notes a Katherine Coyle day at the state house and mentions expanding clerks at a detention facility, contrasting with the auditor's office. It references the immigrant station and other scattered details, including weddings and a prior two-part arrangement.
A glove that will give excellent service shown in mastic gray brown and white. A complete line of sizes.
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