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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1906
Page
3
A twelve day old infant weighing under two pounds, born to Mr and Mrs J B Fenninger of Grant township, is fed malted milk in a two box incubator with warm water and glass cover. Dr Garth of this city is trialing a similar method. outcome awaited.
Des Moines city street railway tests small mirrors on car head ends to let motormen see rear gates and boarding passengers. A frame mirror outside the left side near the gates aids visibility when fares are collected, reducing accidents from crowded cars.
East West rail service suspended for hours as a wooden bridge one mile west of Grinnell burned and collapsed onto the tracks. Chicago to Des Moines train No 37 delayed about two hours. cause unknown but likely locomotive spark. Fire engines couldn't control blaze due to water shortage. wreckage blocks tracks and cleanup awaits.
Mrs Martha Baker of this place petitions for divorce from William Baker marrying in Waterloo September 26 MMM and living as husband and wife until April 9 1906. She alleges cruel and inhuman treatment drunkenness and non support plus a revolver threat in December 1905. She seeks custody of their two year old daughter Myr and $25 a month permanent alimony and an injunction to prohibit harassment.
The county treasurer reports a $40,000 early payment on bonds issued in April 1901 for a court house and jail. Total debt stands at $110,000 with $41,800 remaining in installments and semiannual interest payments of $2,000 for the jail bond. Early payment shows diligence and tax-payer benefit with timely meeting obligations.
Wet spell continues in Silbertville with farmers starting to feed on high ground amid damp fields. Peter Wester ill with grip, Adam Shares loses a $150 colt, Mrs. Amg Schmit returns to Water too for domestic duties with Dr. Shannon. Reporter installs a tip box at Krantz store to gather news. residents urged to sign items of general interest.
Special report from Webster City Iowa dated April 13 states Illstice Hyatt, 15, was ordered held for the district court on a charge of assaulting Jessie Ahrens, 11, with intent to commit. Bond set at $50. alleged crime occurred while girl and companion were wandering near a roadside gathering.
A proclamation announced by Des Motes rescheduled the execution to April 20 at Fort Madison. The delay follows a request by Warsden Jones who sought the extension, with the condemned person to be taken through the jail yard to witness the altered time.
Three candidates for district court judge F C Platt Senator O 8B Courtright and Alfred Grundy agree to submit their candidacies to Republican bar members of Blackhawk County. A meeting at the courthouse April 19 will yield tickets bearing all three names, with the highest vote named the bar’s choice to go before the convention. The move aims to prevent Democratic influence and ensure harmony without caucusing or public votes. The agreement emphasizes integrity and independence from outside manipulation while denouncing ring rule and trickery in the nomination process.
Porter Penn of the Minders Central faced abuse by a passenger on Thursday morning after train No. 6 arrived. Penn, a longtime employee, tried to enforce new destination checks to prevent passengers boarding the wrong train. A young man refused to identify his destination, struck Penn, and police were involved as the altercation spilled onto the platform.
George A. Glenny of Hudson, currently Rubhbard Schools superintendent, declares as Republican candidate for Blackhawk County superintendent, joining Charles Hirvitt and Tod Dumberton in a three-way race. Glenny, a Blackhawk County native, vows to improve county schools with strong educational experience. Hirvitt is the Democratic incumbent and Dumberton runs on his own banner.
Central officials grant wage increases from 2.50 to 19 dollars per month for each member of the Order of Railway Telegraphers working on divisions west of Chicago. The raise affects Waterton, Hillery, Gull, Hart, Gtice, O'Brien, Williams, and others, following weeks of grievance meetings in Chicago. The Omaha division sees a $1,600 monthly total rise, with new overtime clauses and other beneficial provisions expected, though full details await member review.
W J Monen a member of the Mulloon Land Go reports a thumb injury after a silver under the nail incident recently. The thumb swelled, turned discolored and a physician feared blood poisoning though dressing is in place. Monen remains at his East Fourth street office.
Railway promoters led by Steve B. Howard of New York City visit Waterloo to push an extension of the Chicago Northwestern line from Coggon toward Owatonna. They seek financial bonuses from Waterloo and discuss routing via Independence or through Waterloo, claiming Waterloo as a potential headquarters for construction oversight.
The MacEachren Haven Lumber Company filed amendments to its articles of incorporation changing the name to Iowa Lumber Company. The move followed a recent stockholders meeting and was filed with the county recorder. The firm, located on the west side of the river between Tedar and Commercial Streets, has rebuilt after a recent fire and rebuilt stock and facilities. Business in the city has been excellent since the rebranding.
Sir Knights of this city will hold diving services Sunday at 2 p m observing Master. The procession will form at the commandery ball and march to the Church of the Redeemer for a 3 p m service. Rev Effie K M Jones will deliver an appropriate address with Sir Beecher as prelate. Special music arranged. Walter Recht resigns as machinist at Central Shows.
Local Waterloo wholesalers prepare for strict observance as Pure Food law takes effect July 1907. Factories report inspections, two grades pass, and retailers push for only pure products to curb adulteration and boost consumer safety amid market pressures.
A Dunkerton observer praises the King drag as a flood drainage aid after rain, suggesting Waterloo should adopt drags on river sides and use them to keep streets passable year round. Ackley Worl of Itwa Walle Gasoline Works says his company may relocate to Waterloo if the $5,000 bonus offered by the city cannot be matched.
The new Chautauqua and Bidla-inad ite amphitheatre at Cedar River park is a certainty with J A Findorff of Madison awarded the $13 500 contract after a special meeting. The auditorium will mirror the Madison design and be completed by July 4 1906. E F Cowin resigns the presidency after 15 years. W J French named successor as the Waterloo Loan and Trust Co. executive steps in amid brightening outlook for the assembly.
A collage of playful quips and fictional snippets from magazines and newspapers. It parodies romance, manners, and social behavior with witty lines about pickled states, parrots, and curious interviews.
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