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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1914
Page
10
An estimated 17 883 candidates contend for township county and state offices in Iowa. With 1220 1,663 township seats to fill and 99 counties electing eight officers plus lawmakers, spending could exceed 750000 dollars, funded by state and local committees and candidate personal costs.
Cape Cod is gradually eroding with signs pointing to a possible ultimate disappearance. Scientists warn shoreline loss will intensify as sea levels rise and storms increase. Local communities fear long term impacts on tourism, habitats, and property exposure.
Euphemia Ohio resident Miss Evenyn Apada Stewdat testifies that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound eased monthly pains and postmenopausal illness. She reports years of good health, a nursing career, and financial independence after using the product following her Change of Life.
Harvard faculty received hundreds of graduate letters supporting Professor Hugo Munsterberg after he tendered resignation over pro German utterances. A determined graduate threatened to alter his will to deprive Harvard of a $10,000,000 legacy unless Munsterberg were silenced. The professor withdrew his resignation at the faculty's request.
Brussels reports nearly 7 million Belgians face famine unless aid arrives. Minister Brand Whitlock says cities have less than two weeks of food, with Louvain Liege and Namur in worse shape. Soup kitchens serve about 100,000 in Brussels as beets and cabbage crops fail.
Berlin reports that 50 Antwerp firms will present claims to the British government for compensation for destroyed goods after evacuation. The total seeks 230 million francs about 46 million dollars. Claims will be presented by Brand Whitlock, the American minister to Belgium.
Work on tearing buildings at the Seventeenth Street site for the American Red Cross memorial to Civil War women began today in Washington D C. The report notes temperature readings and historical figures as part of the day’s civic update.
Albert Dubuimare recalls Corot in his studio when a knock brings news of a seriously injured workman and a plea for charity. Corot urges help for the man’s wife and four children, directs where to give, and quietly assists with funds while resuming painting.
A Washington Post account recalls General Grant rewarding loyal supporters after his rise to power. Colonel A Holmes notes Grant sought county surveyor post early, failed, then, as president, agreed to appoint Judge Long as internal revenue collector after a Missouri delegation urged it. Grant remembered the favor and acted.
Practical guidance on thrift and budgeting from a 20th century era publication. Emphasizes cash purchases, self management, careful food selection, weekly planning, and repurposing leftovers. Includes homely advice on tree buds and a brief fashion/cape listings then notes a want ad in the Evening Courier and Reporter.
Prominent Iowa figure Mrs Fruth died after a period of failing health. Born April 23, 1888, in Newfoundland she lies at the Kistner mortuary before funeral services in Fostoria Ohio with federal rites planned.
John B. Turner, a leading miler from Cedar Rapids, is in the city on business. Undertaker Edward F. Kistner returns from Earlville with Mrs. Elizabeth Turner’s body. Also notes a St Mary’s bazaar with Armory supper ads and amusements.
Washington report notes Senator Norris of Nebraska naming individuals he believes should be ended before the senate lobby committee. The charges accuse a liquor industry lobby of opposing a whisky tax and higher beer levy amid war revenue bill debate. The list nears completion as Norris submits a partial list to Chairman Overman.
Royal Cabell, former commissioner of internal revenue, and Theodore Bell of California are identified as key figures in the unfolding case. The report notes their roles and involvement while outlining the ongoing investigation and potential implications for tax administration and policy.
Mrs. Georginia Margaret Frath wife of Dr Virgil Froth died at St Francis hospital yesterday afternoon from bronchial pneumonia Doctors Froth arrived in Waterloo two months ago with his wife to join the hospital staff and medical work continues in the city
KF Milworth, president of the Northern States' mission, will speak in Waterloo on November 1 with ten elders at Labor temple. Two Sunday sessions are planned. Funeral services for Mrs Mary Sinney will be held at Dr Scott's residence in Waterloo with interment in Hartford, South Dakota. She leaves three daughters and three sisters.
Funeral services for Mathias Frost will be held at St Marys Catholic church Wednesday at 9 AM conducted by Father H P Rehrman. Interment will follow at Eagle Center.
Walter Olsen a farmer two miles south of Hudson died at Presbyterian hospital at eight this morning. Born in Denmark May 9 1880 he leaves a widow and four children Jennie Harold Anna and Daniel. Two brothers WHI in California and Carl of Hudson survive along with an aged mother two sisters and a brother.
Mrs. E. M. Storm will address the civic department of the Woman's club Thursday afternoon after a business session. The executive council of the suffrage 80% daty and many Wattean's club members will attend before the tea.
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