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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1914
Page
5
An early 20th century advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children with stomach liver and bowels issues. It claims quick relief by cleansing foul waste and fermenting foods, noting directions on the bottle and authenticity marks from the California Fig Syrup Company.
Hans and Jerry, longtime fire team, are retired from street firefighting duties. They will help keep the west city streets clean while the aerial ore truck is stored, and the team transfers to street cleaning. Chief Dunham plans electric starters for motor trucks and a remodeled Central station with new cloak rooms.
Republicans in the city schedule two meetings at the headquarters at Fifth and Sycamore. This evening B. F. Swisher will deliver the principal address with several short talks. A second meeting Saturday evening benefits opinion and invites the public to attend both events.
An advertisement touts "Brownatone" hair stain as a safe quick fix for gray hair. It claims instant touch ups or full color from brown to black, with no scalp harm, and offers samples for 10 cents plus two sizes and shades. Prepared by Kenton Pharmacal Co. and sold in Waterloo by Henderson Drug Co. and Wangler Bros. Co.
A packed slate of Halloween parties and social events marks Friday and Saturday in Waterloo. church groups from St. Paul’s Epworth and Union Congregational host festivities while the Yeoman lodge and K P balls entertain. Multiple weddings unfold including Lyon Plan and Harper in Waterloo with out of town guests noted.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as fast relief for indigestion dyspepsia and stomach discomfort. It promises five minute action neutralizes stomach distress, prevents gas belching and eructations, leaving the stomach sweet and ready for favorite foods. A fifty cent bottle is suggested at any drug store.
SKITCH promises easier laundry with a machine like washboard replacement. Claims include saving time, using little soap, and safety to fabrics and users. The ad urges 10 cent packages from grocers and offers samples if a shop won’t stock it.
The literary department of Worttan's club will meet tomorrow afternoon at Mrs Emmions Johnsons 426 South street replacing the prior plan with Mrs F W Powers. The gathering starts at 2 o'clock.
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