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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1920
Page
14
Waterloo observed Fire Prevention Day in August as the department logged 14 alarms with property damage under 150 dollars. Compared to 1919, when 24 alarms occurred, drier weather fueled coal pile and grass fires, while August saw spontaneous combustion and electrical faults among causes. an interurban car fire from a short circuit produced most losses.
Waterloo readers are promised a thorough circus day as the Sells Floto circus performs at Cedar River park in a triple ring show described as among the world’s largest tents. Notable acts include elephants, aerialists, horse riders, and a parade at 10 30 with a zoo display and band concert.
Both east and west public libraries will return to regular schedules starting September 7, opening 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The east library juvenile department runs daily except Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The gala Saturday for juveniles features storytellers with special hours.
Hopkinton Iowa September 1 Lenox college begins its sixty second year Monday with expanded programs and strengthened faculty. Dean E V Laughlin who directed educational activities at Lenox studied at Columbia University this summer. Professor W B McClure will lead physical training and athletics full time. President J F Hinkhouse reports strong support and optimism for one of the college’s best years.
The French Frolics burlesque company brings a new show to Waterloo Saturday night with a noted cast, a large chorus, and elaborate scenery. The book Here, There and Everywhere by Sami Morris promises lively fun and features Harry Pits, Walter Parker, Hal Sherman and Barbara Neely among others.
The ad touts S. S. S. as a fifty year old vegetable blood tonic from roots and herbs. It claims summer heat weakens health, that the remedy rebuilds strength, boosts vitality, and guards against disease by purifying blood and revitalizing the body. Brought by druggists, it offers medical advice free and cites Atlanta as a contact.
The Palace Theatre showcases The Chorus Girl's Romance with Abe Plazy and Dana as Marcia Meadows. Horace Tarbox appears in a comic plot about philosophy and ambition. Douglas Fairbanks stars in The Molcoddle at the Thlaza Theatre, praised for its large production and humor driven by Fairbanks' enduring charm.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at discussions of expenditures and careful deals with Panter and Rdrbanks, noting support and inquiries about a product or entity named Crystal Philatius. Missing context leaves scope and outcome unclear.
The wicker craft once man made now increasingly uses machinery to produce vases and related items. This shift highlights efficiency gains and broader production capacity in the weaving trade.
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