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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1920
Page
3
Mrs. Messer, probation officer, cites lack of parental control as the chief cause of juvenile misbehavior in Waterloo. She notes youths from ages 3 to 12 arrested for 10 cent store thefts, girls left alone after dark, and boys seen smoking. She urges escorts for girls under 16 and stronger parental oversight to curb delinquency.
A historical note describes plans to seek a constitutional amendment to ease passage of a new clause. The proposal would introduce contributory delinquency as a statutory offense. Supporters argue the change would align with similar provisions in other states and simplify legal standards.
Mrs Messer said the moral conditions in Waterloo are not improving quickly. She cautioned that improvement will not come soon, noting concerns about fire and related dangers in the area.
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