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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1907
Page
4
George S Mornin outlines irregularities in Blackhawk county election and seeks a recount to confirm voters will. He cites precinct miscounts and ballot handling by nonofficials, explains dismissal on technical grounds, and urges stricter future adherence to election laws.
Harmett Wallace a glass and nail eating side show performer died last week in Minneapolis after years of injuring his body for show crowds. He had been discharged from the Black Hawk county home in February and had traveled from Waterloo and St Louis to perform. He suffered long pain in the abdomen, underwent operations to remove nails and glass, and faded after a final illness. Wallace had attracted poor relief attention in Waterloo and once hoped to reunite with relatives in Minneapolis.
This fragment promotes Foley's Kidney Cure by claiming it cures kidney and bladder trouble. It lists vendors Wangler Broe and others. It notes a postal ruling changing Sunday newspaper postage, raising rates to 7 cents per issue starting soon.
The annual conference at Laporte City closes with pastor assignments across Iowa. Rev. Goetze moves from Waterloo to Fort Dodge while Rev. Bauernfend shifts from Fort Dodge to Waterloo. District lists include Dubuque, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Falls, Des Moines, and other locales with pastors named. Services Sunday featured an ordination sermon by Bishop Wehorn and ordination of Rev. F. Haas, with a missionary meeting led by Rev. G Himmiller.
George P Beck Sr and Woods Bros fire losses were adjusted and Monday the process of straightening stock and repairing the building started. Woods Bros stock owners and insurers reached a Friday settlement. Beck owns the building housing Woods Bros and restoration moves ahead. A $1600 motor used for the building elevator is questioned for water damage as electricians inspect it.
A local banquet marked the season with a gathering led by Ay Cloanes. Attendees included community figures and supporters, celebrating achievements and upcoming events in a formal, short ceremony.
April 24 plan discussed by A A Wageley physical director of the MC A and the department members for a closing banquet in the association auditorium. Outdoor sports will follow and indoor winter work to end. the longtime closing darktown circus is likely skipped this year.
Chicago markets outline hog receipts for April 13 led by 6.50 to 6.73 per cwt, with heavy and rough hogs priced around 6.25 to 6.70. Local Waterloo market lists hogs at 6.20, corn 37, oats 36, eggs 15, butter 28, potatoes 40, wheat 75, lard 12.5, hay values and cattle prices noted. Community notes include births, moves, and a wedding upcoming on April 25.
The Walnut Street Baptist church building committee plans an evening meeting with Dr T A McManus to inspect rough plans for a new edifice and budget a 13000 fundraising target. Despite early donations totaling 17000 toward a 40000 goal, the project aims to expand grounds and fit 170 by 222 foot frontage on Walnut and East Fourth with future homes planned for Evans and Stewart properties. The plan envisions a modern church and landscaped grounds valued near 100000, enhancing nearby property values and community prospects.
In Waterloo residents attest to lasting relief from kidney trouble after using Doan’s Kidney Pills, citing Mrs. William Starr of 398 Fowler Street as among long-time believers. She reports dramatic improvement after two boxes, endorses the remedy, and recalls an 1899 recommendation. Sold by Foster Milburn Co USA agents, 3 cents.
Notice to N and Hillis trustee and A E Blis trustees that on December 1, 1900s the Blackhawk County treasurer sold Lot 16 in Block 5 Grand View Place Waterloo Iowa for delinquent taxes to J C Gates who holds the purchase certificate. Redemption expires ninety days after service of notice. a deed will be issued to Gates if not redeemed.
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