Sacks Found Dead In Hotel Room
Richard Sacks was found dead in his room on the third floor of the Germania hotel. He had left his room around 8:00 pm the previous night and was discovered by a chambermaid Wednesday morning. Sacks, about 66, had lived in Waterloo and worked at several places, including the International Harvester company. His wife died four years ago, leaving his thirteen-year-old daughter as the sole surviving family. The body was taken to OKeefe & Towne for funeral arrangements.
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Richard
Geena Inta Hotel
Sacks
Backs
Waterloo
Krlouse
City Hall
Old Royal Hotel
Hummel
International Harvester , Company
Germania
Imele
Mike Schneck
Hudson
Henry Sacks
Penn
Sylvania
Es Hichard Sacks
Hinkle
Christ Church
O'Keefe & Towne
John Klingfelter
O'keéfe’ & Towne
Albert Webb
Huron
Webb
C. K
Joel Lovelanil
Wil Beaty
Isaac High
Wickliffe
Ohio
A. C. Hanson
Hibbing
Mina
jHorth
Duluth
Nellie Barnard
Sumner
Anson Barnard
Henry Callahan
Bima
Iowa
Eigen
K. Loveland
Literary Society
Myron Rohrabacher
Jas. Runnels
Janesville
Runnels
Rohrabacher
Zenrie
Leadford
J. W. Bennett
Wes. Tonningyl
Texas
Panhandle
Dubuque
Kerlon
Vogt
Western Union Telegraph Office
H. W. Metzger
Muscatine
Ite
Adama
Decorah
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Nolins
Wm. Shirer
Burlington
Andover Seminary
Mr.Sinter
Hileman & Gladl
J. M. Hileman
Corab
Local News Items From Town and Surroundings
The morning clipper train southbound is due at 7:15 with the return at 7:19 in the evening. Numerous sales and auctions occur in the area, including A. A. Sohher on December 3 and A. A. Adams on the 12th. Residents undertake building, farming, and travel plans, with notable projects at Follett's store, bridge rebuilding by County Supervisor Matt Demuth, and C. Fenton’s area work.
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Ben Holden
Remote
Frank Murphy
Jett
Mound City
Kansas
Sam
A. Sohher
A. A. Adams
Waterloo
Follett
Joe Welter
Delwo
Kurtz
Reed
Ed. Hess
C. J. Kirby
Aug. Schmitt
John
Texas
Oklahoma City
Jake ‘Fuchs
Dubuque
Jon Fuchs
Niemayé
Bros
J. Kirby
G.C. Smith
Wilo
Dewault
Adams
Hi J. Schmitt
U. A
Thanksgiving News and Local Happenings in LaPorte
Thanksgiving visitors and local events fill LaPorte notes. Mentions include John Ravlin and Ralph Kline at Iowa City, Mrs. H B Lizer's Montezuma trip, Maud Fritz teaching at Waverly, and Mrs. Wm Han tnell visiting Charles City. Also reports railway surgeons meeting in Denver, a large crowd at Fred Tripp sale, and plans for a double-store project.
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John Ravlin
Anh
Ralph G. Kline
Iowa City
Mildred Glark
Des Moinea In
Wm. Kline
H. B. Lizer
Montezuma
Iown
Margaret Asht
Waterloo
Maud Fritz
Waverly
H. H. Scott
W. P. Steain
Cedar Rapids
W. H. Lyons
W. W. Hantnell
Charles City
Iowa
D. Miller
Moosley
Margaret McQuilkin
John Horniog
J. M. Bailey
Rock Island
John Neubauer
Glen Haven
Wis
Will Einster
Masonville
Town
Naven
St. Paul
Herbert Halblass
Lewis. Bigler
Wadena
L. G
Jim Mullen
Chicago
Rodamor
Dubuque
A. Paige
Fred. Tripp
Fred
N. D. Wagoner
Controversy Over Illinois Central Control Attracts Waterloo Interest
Local readers focus on the fight between E. H. Harriman and Stuyvesant Fish for Illinois Central control. Harriman’s influence could affect Waterloo by diverting traffic, risking reduced trains and jobs if western railroad support shifts. Both men are rated highly in rail management and Waterloo officials seek a stable route with continued connections to Union Pacific and Southern Pacific. A Byrnes osprey specimen from Colorado is noted.
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E. H. Har
Stuyvesant
Ilinois Central
Mr. Harriman
J. T. Harahan
Charles A. Peabody
Robert W. Goelet
John W. Achineless
Cornelus. Vanderbilt
Union Pacific
Southern Bretiic
Winois Central
Omaha
Waterloo
Harri
Finais
Central
Harriman
Fish
Laad
Euch
Pain in Back and Limbs Remedy Claims Cure for Rheumatism
An Iowa woman reports relief after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for rheumatic back pain and numbness. The account promotes early treatment and lists conditions allegedly cured by the pills, with order details and pricing from Dr Williams Medicine Company.
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Iowa
Williams
Anya
J. G. Bryan
Woodbina
Java
Dr. Wiliams
Sam
Dinger
Quest &Vents
Aix
Dr. Williams Meikiue Company
Schonectady
Leavitt & Johnson National Bank Shows Strong Growth
The Leavitt and Johnson National Bank reports cash on hand 206 974 53 on December 3 1907 versus 164 199 05 on November 12 1906 and 172 670 20 on November 9 1905. Assets total 1 245 712 63 now versus 1 182 497 27 on November 12 1906 and 945 244 01 on November 9 1905. The note praises disciplined liberal methods and proven management shaping a solid history of mixed success.
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Leavitt & Johnson National Bank
Reomptroller
Moi
Degree of Honor elects officers at meeting
The amen meeting of the Degree of Honor was held Tuesday evening in A. O. U. W. hall electing officers for the coming year. Alma Rosa was named Past Chief of Honor, Jennie K. Parker Chief of Honor, Mrs. Minnde Guy Lady of Honor, Mrs. C F London Chief of Ceremonies, Miss Maud Rose Usher, Mrs. Mas Rose Recorder, Mrs. F A Crecelles Tinaneler, P A Crecellus Receiver, Mrs. R D Atherton Inside Watch, Paul Geisler Outside Watch, Mayme Lohner Trustee, and F A Cracetius Pianist.
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A. O. U. W. Hall
Alma Rosa
Jennie K. Parker
Minnde Guy
C.F. London
Maud Rose
Mas Rose
Tinaneler
F. A. Crecelles
P. A. Crecellus
R. D. Atherton
Were Wedded Wednesday in New Hertford
James Kyd and Miss Nellie Fitzpatrick married at the bride’s parents’ home at 10 a.m. by Rev. H W Holter. Relatives attended and a sumptuous dinner followed. The couple will visit Parkersburg and Greenville before returning home near the first of January.
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New Hertford
James Kyd
Nellie Fitzpatrick
H.W. Holter
Gresnridge, Mo
Frienda
Miles Waived Hearing Bound to Grand Jury in Gambling Case
In State of Iowa v. F. W. Miles the defendant waived preliminary hearing before Justice Switzer and was bound over to the grand jury. Bond set at $200 unposted. Attorney C. J. Howrey appeared for Miles. The case arose after Miles urged county authorities to raid an alleged gambling joint he claimed to have lost about $240.
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Grand Jury
Gamling
State of Iowa
A. A. Sohner sale draws large crowd with strong prices
At the A A Sohner sale a Tuesday turnout strong prices abounded for stock, machinery, and feed. Horses brought solid sums, cattle sold steadily, with yearlings and steers fetching varied per pound rates. Hay corn and straw receipts also reported brisk demand and favorable bids.
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A. A. Sohner
Sula
Sayers
Satiafactory
Yrieas
Anetioneer
Phifer
Suit Filed Over 1907 Train Assault in Waterloo
Frank McGladyhen sues Rock Island Railroad for damages after an assault by Conductor J. McPartland on a July 4 1907 Cedar Falls to Waterloo ride. He alleges assault, leg injury, facial fractures and medical bills, seeking 1600 actual and 499 punitive damages plus costs.
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Frank McGladyhen
Rock Jalan
J. McPartland
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Petion
W. N. Birdsall
Whith
McGlade
Commercial Street
First National Bank Waterloo Receives Positive Call Report
The comptroller of currency issued a call for statements from national banks showing condition as of December 3, 1907. The First National Bank of Waterloo is published in this issue in response, showing assets of 1,505,943.87 with 832,970.22 in loans and discounts and a 913,187.47 deposit balance. The report highlights 185,002 in central bank service, 405,023 on check deposits, 14,476.01 in demand deposits, and surplus funds of 59,100 with undivided profits of 41,742.96, adding up to nearly 250,000 capital and reserves. The article notes community confidence and mentions Duffel and Webster released after a fine for disturbing the peace. It also covers the Waterloo Dental Society meeting with Dr. F. J. Garmly presenting on Scientific Articulation and attendees from neighboring towns.
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Comptroller of Currency
Isaue
First National Bank of Waterloo
Ia Mstad
Thareta
Eltizeng
Sean
Fire damages Epworth Acetylene Gas plant structure
Firefighters from both departments were summoned to the Epworth Acetylene Gas plant at Sixth and Commercial in Watlesday morning. An overheated basement furnace caused the main floor to catch fire but caused little damage. The building, owned by James Byrees, was a red framed former storehouse. smoke marked the event and the water stopped the blaze. The Gow company rents the building, located in Johna town, Pa.
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Epworth Acetylene Gas Company
James Byrees
Gow Company
Johna
Town
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Harvey J. Hess
Dale
Minnesota
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W. F. Snyder
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Kansas City
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Col
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New Hartford
W. Miles
Sohner
Castoria
Ghlarney
Ant
Puperior
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First National
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Chas
Webster
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Waterloo Dental Society
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Mt. Vernon
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