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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1911
Page
2
The Hold Over Paper is described as the paper Waterloo reads Saturday sights and thoroughly digests Sunday, serving as the weekly digest for local readers with a focus on comprehensive coverage.
Advertising copy for the Saturday edition argues Waterloo should establish a permanent year round farmers market to benefit producers and housewives, reduce middlemen, and require tolls for nonresident traders. It urges regulatory measures, investigations of other cities like Dubuque and Madison, and continued city improvements to attract residents and industry.
Minnesota lawmakers consider a route around Yowa to address a road problem. The issue touches regional claims to agricultural leadership as the legislature proceeds with cautious steps.
Senator Elwell outlines a new law to expand the state good roads fund. The plan allocates half the cost to the state, a quarter to counties, and a quarter to benefited property, with ten year payments and county bond financing. The measure multiplies road funds to five point nine million dollars immediately, while maintenance burden stays with counties.
Taft in Minneapolis responds to Bryan by urging public release of Taft's court appointment recommendations while denying any prior understanding with judges. He defends the four or five appointed justices and scorns claims of manipulation, praising the nominees as worthy. The piece references the Lorimer inquiry motion and comments by President Mudge on train travelers and Waterloo, noting potential Jeffersonian rail issues and a looming snow drift.
A compilation notes Taft's appeal to progressives in Minneapolis and mixed reception amid critiques of tariffs. It includes quips about road laws, Christmas shopping, and a string of editorials from Cedar Rapids Gazette to Webster City Freeman-Tribune reflecting opinions on honesty, politics, and personal humor.
Editorials from Sioux City and Des Moines debate Taft speech excerpts as samples for a straight talk platform. Editor Ingham endorses the idea, citing Detroit trust speech lines and Aberdeen remarks as bold, ringing declarations.
The speaker dismisses claims that he empowered the court to emasculate statutes and defends Taft’s firm policy. He praises the justices chosen and asserts they will uphold records already made and to be made. He argues Taft’s public stance on policies is clear and unwavering.
The article reflects on how people miss obvious details in daily views and suggests exercises to sharpen observation. It cites Houdin's quick recall of shop-window items and urges readers to test memory of colors, furniture, and familiar objects to notice new details.
A reflection on observations of pigeons and the tendency to overlook the ordinary. The author notes how motion and attention reveal hidden details in familiar scenes and questions our habit of seeking distant places over our own surroundings.
Des Moines will host a new hospital dedicated to medical and surgical care for women and children in the state. The project is led by the Des Moines Federation of Women’s Clubs Philanthropic Committee, the Des Moines Woman’s Clinic, and the state organization of the King’s Daughters. An option on the Third and Forest avenue residence, once a Benedict home, has been taken from the WCTU.
Iowa’s football squad departed Iowa City for Minneapolis with coaches Hawley Hby and Stewart and a small fan contingent. A weak turnout and recent Towan performances dampen enthusiasm, despite a 1,500 strong student rally before the team’s Rock departure.
The team reached Minneapolis this morning and practiced in secret on the St. Thomas gridiron. Quarterback Curry is out with a badly swollen knee, while Malloy and Von Maur vie for the vacated post. Fans pray for a score under Nebraska’s. No one dares predict victory.
Mrs Ellen Mulven of 4521 Indiana avenue leaves 2000 for the care of an old horse that must never be sold or worked. The will filed yesterday allocates a 170000 estate with multiple charitable bequests. Mulven owned the horse for seventeen years.
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