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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1913
Page
2
The article discusses a New Haven disaster and a British wreck tied to a two-section train system. It notes fog, stopping distances, and the high injury toll, questioning safety changes and the responsibility of railroad workers in operating two-section runs.
A discussion on prohibition era advertising, forbidding flit skirts and July fall displays in Omaha and Chicago. The piece argues bans drive curiosity and profits, while praising Dominion officials for pressuring Harry Thaw's case and Canada’s immigration stance in the legal tug of war.
A report lists multiple fatal wrecks from Monday and Tuesday with twenty one deaths on the New Haven line, fifteen in England, and two more in Iowa. The piece notes rear end collisions as common factor and emphasizes lessons for future life safety.
A satirical column riffs on Bryan and national politics, New York amusement season, Albany headlines, and local jokes. It mentions Thaw's escape, Rock Island railway flaws, Roger Sullivan and Chicago politics, James Thorpe's marriage, Gary Indiana bathing prank, tax concerns for incomes over 105000, suffragists touring, editors chasing copy, and McReynolds pursuing hard coal trust dissolution.
A reflective essay argues happiness hinges on past and future more than the present. It claims people often ignore today while chasing memories or forecasting tomorrow. The piece contends Forgetfulness dissolves the past and Hope sweetens the future, offering two merciful gifts.
A humorous critique of the turkey trot dance by George Fitch notes its confusing rules and varying styles. It mocks late night performances and compares city crowds, suggesting the fad could spread to schools if banned or taught.
The note remarks that the very existence of this thing is “a burning shame,” signaling strong moral or social reproach about its presence or status. The phrase highlights public condemnation without specifying particulars or entities involved.
A collage of editorials notes the Thaw case challenging Canadian courts and praises and critiques legal and political figures. It highlights Jarred views on free trade and the ethics of sending young girls to jail, plus aviation feats and risks by W M Pegoud.
Amid chaotic chatter a reader reminds that September wheat is the real interest while deriding a new British ambassador named Spring-Rice. The quote captures a brisk reaction to economic topics and names in a dated newspaper tone.
A collage of quotes and notices features a run of quick stings about questioning, marriage concerns, and social manners. It includes snippets from Lippincott's and the Washington Star, a mother and son exchange, and a public lecture ad for E. D. Sexton in Waterloo theater promising a free talk titled Beyond the Grive with no admission charge.
Montreal reports ex president William H Taft arguing for life appointments to judgeships and criticizing direct primary elections. He says independent courts strengthen justice and warns about political campaigning affecting judicial standards. He also discusses impeachment as a remedy for unworthy judges.
In Burlington Iowa Mrs F M Euston and Ella Olson from Virginia Minn affirm Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured their daughters of pale nervous weakness and digestive troubles. The letters urge young women with painful or irregular periods and related symptoms to seek restore health with the product.
A husband, W F Nation, states Eva Nation has left his home twice in a year and he will not be responsible for any debts or contracts she may incur there. The notice serves as a public declaration of separation and disclaimer of liability.
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