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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Reporter

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1907

Page

6

Republican Committee Chooses Chicago For National Convention

The Republican National Committee met in Washington and selected Chicago as the site for the next national convention with a vote of Chicago 82, Kansas City 1, Denver 4. June 16 was set as the convention date, and the method for selecting delegates in states with primary laws was referred to state and district committees. The meeting adjourned sine die after honoring former Chairman Cortel you and noting resolutions on Henry G.C. Payne.

Washington National Committee New Murphy Cortelyou Alev.ohe Babsock Wisconsin Henry GC. Payne District of Columbia Porto Rico Philippines Mames Mille Denver Ciy Dinovis Lowden Ceima Chicago Republican’ Party T. J. Allins Missoui Kansas City Senator Warner Missouri Jond Olapping Republican National Committee

Bryan Forgot His Wallet on Illinois Central Stop

Hon William Jennings Bryan passed through Waterlow this morning en route west from Freeport Illinois where he addressed a large gathering yesterday. While waiting for the departure he visited the eating house near the depot to buy lunch and left his purse containing a considerable sum on the counter. Upon arrival at Cedar Falls a message was sent and the purse was forwarded to the proprietor.

William Jennings Bryan Waterlow Freeport Ill Bia Illinois Central Cedar Falls

Graduations Set for Rural Schools Over Week

Supt Hiniote arranged a week long series of rural school graduations starting Monday December 9. He plans to attend all ceremonies observed in Barclay Duckerton Bennington Mt Vernon Mt Hope East Waterloo and Poyner townships with programs expected to be of strong interest.

Hinioté Barclay Township Barclay Center Lester Township Duckerton Bennington Mt. Vernon Mt. Hope Hirch East Waterloo Sohner School House Poyner Township Raymond

Aged resident Jacob P Lichty near Waterloo dies not yet

Jacob P Lichty an elderly Orange township resident lies dying at his daughter's home four miles south of Waterloo. He is in poor health after years of intermittent heart trouble and has lived here for 25 years since moving from Pennsylvania. He leaves two daughters Mrs A B Glenny and Mrs W H Miller in Orange township and a daughter Mrs L M Hamilton in Tennessee with a son P J Lichty in Sunnyside Washington.

Jacob P. Lichty Orange Township A. E. Grenny Waterloo Lichty Mr. Lichty Pennsylvania A.B. Glenny W. H. Miller L.M. Hamilton Tennesare P. J. Lichty Sunnysidn Wash

Amended Articles for Alstadt and Langlas Baking Co

Amended and substituted articles of incorporation filed to increase capital stock to 40000 dollars, 400 shares of 100 dollars each, 30000 paid in, remaining shares issued when par value paid. Board action aims to boost working capital to handle growing business. Watts arraigned on auto collision claim by Posson Orr. Watts contends Orr backed into the car. Case continued to the 13th BL 10200 o'clock.

Alstadt &, Langlas Baking Co Alstadt & Langlas Baking Company ieto“La W. G. Watts van Metre Posson Orr Watts Orr Ingfick

Mackown Guilty All Night Session Judge Evans Rebukes Jury

In Webster City Iowa special: Mackown judged not guilty on embezzlement after an all night deliberation. Judge Evans sharply rebuked jurors for disregarding evidence and warned on justice. The verdict shocks stockholders and may affect the pending arson case.

Fort Dodge Iowa MacKown Dary Evans Maciown Webster City Ugge George Mackeown Mackown Hig Eliy Felt

Crownover's Shire Champion Surges at Chicago Show

Hudson Iowa breeder Grownover showcased his Shire stallion Surveyor and other prize winners at the Chicago exhibition. Surveyor earned top honors as best overall, with Maros, Northo Melody, and a dam produce group also placing. Crownover plans to bring Surveyor home to a welcoming Hudson reception amid local pride. Thirty relatives honored Mrs. Jackson's 74th birthday with a surprise party in West Waterloo, featuring a four course supper and gifts. Mayme Zeising road trip to Independence for a weekend visit follows this eventful day.

Win Crownover Hudson Hiarsey Chicago Mbh Aix Daily Drovers Journal of Pik Way Surveyor William Crownover Iowa Tve Maros Cuba Northo Melody Mr. Grownnver Blackhawk County Mr. Grawnaver J. L. Jackson Wilson West Waterloo

Hundreds Die in Monongah Virginia Coal Mine Disaster

In Monongah West Virginia on December 7 up to 11 o'clock sixteen bodies were brought to the surface from mines Nox 6 and 7 owned by Consolidated Coal. About 30 bodies have been found. rescue parties work near the end of the mines digging in two teams. The disaster has left thousands in mourning in a town of 5 000 to 6 000 people. Local officials promise full investigation by President Watson of the company.

Manogah W. Va Nox Consolidated Coal Company West Fork River Fairmont Coal Company Watson Aistea Monongah Jig Lyeteria Mina No Fairmount and Clarksburg, Traction Company West Fork

Waterloo Testimony on Doan's Kidney Pills

Waterloo residents report lasting cures from Doan's Kidney Pills for back and kidney pain. Mrs Susan McNutt of Dearborn Road recalls severe kidney symptoms and relief after use, dating from 1899 and renewed in 1907. Sold by Foster-Milburn Co. in Buffalo, NY. take no other. DOAN'S.

Waterloo Doan Susan McNutt Dearbort Road Iowa Dean Wangier Bros Deugatore Foster-Amulbim Co Bultato New York United States

Farm Topics Session At Court House Discussed

The seventh annual Blackhawk-County Farmers Institute will convene in the main courthouse next week over Wednesday Thursday and Friday. Prominent speakers will cover topics from dairy and breeding to road work and domestic science. A police note near the end mentions Frank Schwarts, wanted on a bogus contract, with a 16 000 business directory, possibly connected to Waterloo.

Anne Beastos Blackhawk-County Farmers” Institute EM. Lichty Clover H. A. Smucker H. J. Mesa M. Harbaugh T.M. Glenty Jacob Holman Soila Solidicture Morrson Des: Moines George V Fowler Co-operative Creamery H.W. Stine Sam Sweltzer D. G. Lichty F. W. Dncoba Clam Gingrish jOliver Alexander Aurora Frank Schwarts Schwarts Busiliesa Firma Waterloo Thaght Schwarts

May Change Route For Waterloo Pella Southwestern Railway

Promoters consider routing via Des Moines instead of direct Waterloo to Chariton area, surveying feasibility and costs. Change would affect mileage and connections to major lines, with Des Moines offering right of way access and potential incentives to induce passage. A. Harris and T. Blank lead engineering efforts. Waterloo discussions ongoing with local officials and chamber committees.

Waterloo Pelle Watoerton Ines Pella Index Moines Blank Des Moines George BD. Robson A. Harris Fay North Chamber of Commoyeu

Two Deaths Rattle Small Community Casca den and Bird Homes

Miss Lucy Lovejoy 70 dies after pneumonia at cousin Mrs Cascaden Jr s home in Princeton Ill born there and lived with Casca dens six years. Survived by two sisters and two brothers. Funeral to be held in Princeton. F T Bird infant dies at 71 Ricker Street twin brother survives. services by Rev H G Beaman.

Lucy Storts Leyospoy fWay Thomas Cascaden Jr Miss Lovejoy Princeton Ill Cascaden Mary Denham Waterloo J. H. Leavitt Binters

Rummaged Hats, Suits Go Fast at Local Auction

The Ladies Auxiliary of the YMCA conducted a block sale in LaFayette raising about 50 dollars for the poor. Hats sold at five cents, men’s suits at fifteen cents, with remaining items auctioned from 8 to 9 this evening. Proceeds benefit winter supplies.

LaFayette

Damage case appeal over Highland Nobles policy it raises

Rollie J Malicot sues the Supreme Castle of Highland Nobles over a radi ator injury from a team radiator causing arm damage. The jury verdict was appealed from in Justice court after witnesses and expert testimony. The case seeks $99 with the defendant arguing insufficient grounds for appeal and now moves to district court for reversal.

Rollie J. Malicot Supreme Castle of Highland Nobles Justica Kubas Justice Court Arroy Qyx

Fading stock losses spark rural push for action

Farmers in Oranga township report repeated cattle and hog thefts by unknown culprits. Missing cattle include a two year old steer from O’Conor farm and four head from Henry Klon. Hog losses of 28 head valued over $100 alarm residents and prompt calls for arrests and safeguards. Local farmers vow to stop the bold thefts as court term opens and rural schools face staff shortages.

Oranga Wim Weisle Henry Xloin John Buckler Farum Jemea Marshall Dr. Bitdy Thomas Bodard Dy. Bickley My. Bédard

Buchanan County cattle king and historic mail route notes

George I Spangler of Winthrop owns nearly 800 steers on his Berontal estate in Buffalo township, with Bly Wilson praising a top fifty head herd. Independence celebrates fifteen years since first letter carriers Friedman and Wroten, noting career progressions and vacancies, while B Harrison of San Antonio visits the city.

Independence Bulletin Journal Geo. I. Spangler Winthrop Berontal Buffalo Township Bly Wilson Buchanan County Chicago Spangier Dasa J. Friedman Homer Wroten Independence Harry Cobb Paredehile Theological Studies Waa Gucce Laula Spener Burris Tia syscerAor D. F. Black Ray Stannard Chris Friedman

Lodges Elect New Officers For Coming Year

Knights of Pythian and Pythian Sisters elect officers in KP hall and lodge rooms. The Pythians and Steters plan joint installations early next year, with committees named to drill a camp drum corps and inspect books. Lincoln Circle Electa of the G A R names officers for the ensuing year and delegates to the May convention, with Rebekah Lodge Daughters of Rebekah electing Noble Grand and other officers.

Woodmen of America Bickley Ren Osberg Council Bluffs M. Hal Nauman A. Ellie Charles Biglmey Templa Mre Waddeyl Langlas Lincoln Circle Lincoln Mra Gertrude Wright Absit Garrabrandt Gravatt Gadar Ranthe M. Storm Charles Ringhan M. J. O'Keefe Crana J. BE. Biggs Anna M. Wabb W Bugs- Or Mrs. Strayer Miss Coddington

HeadHunters to Death by Electrified Fence

A sensational report claims Japanese Formosa headhunters are to be wiped out by electric fences in retaliation for mass killings of 300 Chinese and Japanese. The piece cites Walter Clifton of Formosa Mercantile and notes the plan as a deterrent to head hunting across Formosa. Local Knights of Columbus plan to attend initiation at Webster City with a banquet for hundreds of visitors.

San Francisco Formosa Walter Clifton Formosa Mercantile Company Cutten Cnet Knights of Columbus L. O.nitiation Webster City

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Republican Committee Bryan Jacob Lichty Fred, Narhor Aas Ina Young LaPorte Misa Young Mise Bessie Kllnue Mackownngtouilty Tury Judge Evans Faiure To ‘Gonvict Webster Glry Dutmbroundad Grownover's Champion Shires Miss Mayme Zeising Virginia Robert Apfel Jack Priest Miwaukee Isaac Reed Dewar Vaese Frown & Rown Farmers! Institute Court House Mare Thar Willam Crownover D. W. Hearst C. Lelland J. T. Allen Willem Calgon U.3 Brough B. J. Rodamur Loyd File Diorka AL Blough C. A. Rownd P. J. Sumy Pat Dunbar Jacob Teisinger D.gc. Boomer W. 2 Sage W. C. Tannreuther W. D. Strayer Muate Lulu Maust Lapture Ww. P. Morrison Gardeniug Sam Hartaugh A. Barron H. Burke George Knapp Consolidated Schools Charles Elliott Sara. M. Garnon Ruth Gledny Hortense Rovamin Mary Mung H. J. Hess Misa Townsend EB. Sage Mya L. M. Nottger Joseph Kerr Ed. Stokes Miss Townsend L&n.s B. M. Lichty C. E. Hearst R. N Gtton H. R Holna We A Brough K Smaling Wiliam —Crownover Stephen Bates E. Sage W. Brough Sam Sweitzer Southwestern Dee Moines Tit Babe F. T Bird Home Highland Nobles Tama Gounty News Traer-Cipyer North Huckingham Reinbeck F George Knoop Onvida Allan Wilson Tama County Co. Supt. Brown Tasta Adinty Ares Therats Avery W. W. McElhinney Othens Toledo Bradshaw Shaw P, Shaw Bertha Ralfa Theo Ralfs Martha WT Brockway Orlando Brockway G. B. Flanders Cora Flanders Dysart Hana Jacobsen Buchanan County News Harrison San Antonio Texas Pythian Sisters Knights of Pythian and Pythian Biefare
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