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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1913
Page
2
Foreign post and travel notes from the Waterloo Evening Courier outline international offices and accorded services while a political commentary discusses tariff debates. It notes Democratic tactics, a banana tax critique, and predicts the tariff bill signing within two weeks or by Oct 1, with hope for lower prices if income sources stay untouched.
The article argues for bipartisan support of the Democratic tariff bill while warning Democrats to deliver cheaper living costs. It notes expectations of price reductions and economic readjustment, predicting shifts in industries and potential financial disruption if the bill falters. It discusses Senate passage and political contention, mentioning parties, voters, and policy implications.
The two independent school districts in Waterloo plan uniform textbooks to ease costs for families moving between districts. Officials aim to align texts over time toward statewide uniformity, reducing burdens on patrons while improving standards across city and country schools. A separate note discusses railroad safety needs after a Tyrone wreck, urging automatic stopping devices though not predicting imminent adoption, and calls city officials to address structural hazards under the Rock Island bridge.
A historical reflection argues that no nation is fit to govern another or even to govern itself. It cites Rome, Britain, and imperial actions in India and the Philippines as examples where conquest brought no lasting good. The piece contends that self rule and native growth yield better outcomes for China, Japan, and others than external guidance.
A satirical look at roughing it, contrasting early colonial wanderers with modern gadgets and travel costs. The piece mocks expensive gear, permits, and parlor car comforts, ending with the notion that only the rugged few still enjoy true hardship.
The piece muses on shielding historic Waterloo structures from view and honors local pride. It notes political party leaders interpreting Maine election returns, the appearance of a new comet, Halley’s reputed effects, Huerta’s eyesight, and the value of school books, while Iowa patronage delays fuel Democrats’ hope and a farmer’s central role in society.
A garbled clipping era features mismatched headlines from Spirit of the Iowa Press Sioux City Tribune and Marshalltown Times Republic an odd collage. It notes a Danim family reunion in Chicago and mentions teachers presidents and a world golf champ while debating Los Angeles highway plans.
Rolfe Reveille notes talk of an extra legislative session to address so called progressive laws from the last session while stressing caution against further meddling. Burlington Hawkeye condemns extravagance and warns heavy fire losses raise living costs, urging fire prevention. Des Moines Tribune reports on Fort Madison prison escape attempts and argues for measured prisoner liberty rather than abandoning reforms.
Snatches of humor from Washington Star Chicago Tribune and Chicago Record Herald reveal light banter about love, money, banking, and life in the era. Quips touch on passion in Boston, civil service, mortgages, New York prices, and notions of true love.
Walter Juhl states Sept. 5 article misrepresented the event at Voorhies. He says it was a beer party with $1 tickets, not a private gathering, and that he attended at the county attorney’s request. He also says no post party quarrel occurred and seeks publication of his side.
Sioux City Tribune argues a Wisconsin law targets malicious speakers who defame others and harm virtue or chastity. The editorial says such laws rarely eliminate evil but serve to curb character assassination and reduce harm from envenomed untruths.
Summary of the annual report by J F Klingaman, superintendent of the Associated Charities, to the county board. Expenditures for aid fell by 1342.20 in one year, with 3109.03 distributed Sept 1 1912 to Sept 1 1913 versus 4451.23 the previous year. Fourth quarter June to September saw 399.84 spent, down from 692.21 the prior year, indicating rising population but relatively less hunger and need.
Manager A J Busby announces one week engagement of Truman DeRoame and stock company at the Waterloo theatre opening Monday next and nightly changes. DeRoame previously led the Gorrell Stock company in Waterloo for fourteen weeks, drawing strong local interest with several company members already seen in Waterloo nightly.
Amid the peak heat of summer, members of Mr. DeRoame's company endure the day's heat while performing their duties, illustrating the strain of midsummer work on performers and staff alike.
Mrs. Sarah H. Duncan of Tipton recalls her son’s severe cold and dreadful cough. One bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured him completely, an ad claim. For sale by all dealers. Dr. H. W. Sigworth advertises contact details at 300 Russell Lamson Building and phone numbers 1128.
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