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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1912
Page
2
Over the last decade Iowa farm lands rose on average by 57.34 dollars per acre. The increase outpaces the average per acre value in all states except New Jersey Ohio Indiana Illinois and California.
Senator Kerran's name will not appear on the ballot in November. A vote for him in this county may be cast only by voting for Henry Grant and H. C. Bernbrook, the Republican candidates for state representative from Black Hawk. A vote for Kenron is a vote for honest and progressive government.
Editorials argue the Empire voting machine used in Black Hawk county must not be exclusive statewide. Voters should have the option to use machines or ballots. critics warn exclusive use disenfranchises those who need longer to vote and fear political manipulation.
The piece argues a political shift toward meat production and beef prices, praising corn belt beef and state college influence. It emphasizes appealing to the stomach over constitutional rights, urging more beef production for prosperity and soil fertility. Dean Curtiss promotes shifting meat production to the corn belt and expanded alfalfa and silos. The rhetoric centers on beef steaks as a mass appeal.
The full moose candidate for the legislature in Badger Webster County has withdrawn from the race stating he can do more good for Kenyon by not being a candidate. The Iowa Federation of Labor endorses Senator Kenyon and Geo. W. Clarke as labor’s picks.
A fragmented Iowa clipping stacks editorials urging voters to back reform and party nominees. It cites George Cosset as a key figure, warns about electors and ballot integrity, and highlights races for the U.S. Senate and Iowa Supreme Court with names like Thram Johnson Frank R. Gaynor and BR. Pragrom.
Garst praises Clarke as ideal for governor, citing integrity experience and public service. He urges Republicans to back Clarke and discusses roads schools education and tax considerations in Iowa, claiming the party offers stable leadership and a scandal-free record.
An editorial from the Des Moines Register and Leader argues for voting for both Gaynor and Preston as national incorporation in spite of alternatives. It warns that voting for only one halves the vote and criticizes repeal or modification of the Sherman antitrust law, urging a strong stance against changes before big business is secured.
Ruth Cameron muses on how people excel in grand trials yet stumble over small daily interactions. She cites Thackeray on minor woes and asks for a morning prayer to be large enough for the little things, contrasting fame, love, and everyday temptations.
The piece extols corn husking as a national sport that outstrips golf in value, requiring vast fields and hardy farm boys to husk ears by hand. It lauds the husker’s grip, endurance, and speed while noting risks to fingers and the tense competition with the wagon. It ends with a dramatic note on corn supply and rural labor.
The speaker expresses strong support for Mr. Clarke, even claiming that if they owned the entire state and sought a superintendent, they would hire Clarke to administer the affairs, indicating high regard despite opposition.
Iowa City Republican notes Mr Leavitt missed a meeting due to illness and absence. The action described represents a minority view on the state board and may have been forced through without his presence. The report highlights irregular timing and a seven member attendance.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil notes a shift from training for professions and wealth to educating for usefulness character and civic duty. It argues all labor can be educational and learning by doing under supervision may best prepare citizens and neighbors. It cites a Scottish Highlander’s tear at a fern and farmers praising state college short courses for practical business insights.
A column argues education must serve labor, citing philosophy from Filbert Hubbard and urging practical knowledge. It quotes Geo Craddock of Rubie Ark praising Foley Kidney Pills after seven years of lumbago and endorses their use for enabling work.
Des Moines Oct 24 Corportation counsel H W Byers chairs a Des Moines league panel urging Iowa lawmakers to adopt a statewide capitol grounds plan. The proposal would buy land between Pennsylvania Ave and East 12th St, Grand Ave to Court Ave, vacate streets, and create a large park including the soldiers and sailors monument, with the historical building bordering the park.
Harry Chapple of Waterloo, a veteran traveling salesman, arrived last Thursday calling on the trade. He informed traders of his long experience and plans for the season.
The writer, a long-time visitor to Waverly for over 36 years, is said to be in his seventies yet appears about 50. He is one of 17 children, eight died in infancy, and he has a sister in England aged 84 who remains active in writing. Friends in Waverly expect him to continue visiting for years. An advertisement from Mrs. T. A. Town praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for her children and her own recovery from grippe.
In Sioux City on October 24 the strike of twenty six election registry clerks opposes a pay cut from 3 to 12 cents per name. The clerks charge registrars have for years used old poll books instead of election poll books to create new registration books, padding the rolls to secure higher pay.
An advertisement claims Cascarets cleanse the stomach remove sour undigested food and foul gases, ease poisoning in the liver and bowels, and deliver a clear head and sweet stomach by morning. It markets a 10 cent box as a nightly remedy that works while you sleep.
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