Post Office to Establish East Side Substation At Once
Washington Dec 13 Special East Waterloo will get a full sub station. First Assistant Postmaster General Hitchcock, after reviewing papers, decided no assistant superintendent visit is needed and notified Senator Allison and Congressman Birdsall that an order will be made for establishing a practically complete post office on the east side at once. Carrier service details remain to be decided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
East Waterloo
Hitchcock
Allison
Birdsall
Shiloh Monument Inscription Debate in Senate Room
Iowa delegation held a three hour session in Senator Allison's room to press for inscription rights on the Shiloh monument. Governor Cummins explained details, and senators planned to urge Secretary Taft to approve the inscriptions. A committee Hepburn Smith and Conner was chosen to argue if Allison and Dolliver cannot succeed.
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Washington,d. C
Iowa
Allison
Cummins
Shiloh Monument
Doliiver Shola
Tatt
Hepburn Smith and
Conner
Taft
Dolliver
Commission Bill Aims to Abolish Isthmian Canal Board
Washington December 13. A bill abolishing the Isthmian Canal Commission was introduced today by Representative Mstart of Hinds. The president would have discretion to place canal work under any executive department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mstart of
Hinds
Hilding
Sonn and Hull arraigned in court Tuesday
Toledo December 19 Willa Goon and Roy Hull indicted for the murder of Daniel Leary were arraigned in court Judge Durham presiding Conn had J W Willett as attorney and entered a plea of not guilty His attorney demanded a separate trial for his client and the time for the trial was set for January 8 1906 Hull said he had no attorney and was without funds or friends to help him He selected Attorney Herbert Struble to defend him and the trial was set for December 16 1905 It is understood Conn plans to prove an alibi and Hul will offer unknown defense
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Toledo
Willa Goon
Roy Hull
Daniel Leary
Durhham
Conn
J. W. Willett
Hull
Herbert Struble
Struble
Big Bridge in Danger Amid Ice Gorge at Bellevue
An ice gorge rising seven feet threatens the Milwaukee Bridge over the Mississippi at Sabula. Water piles against the structure fifteen feet above, pushing falsework eighteen inches. Caution governs across, as a breakup could wreck the new three times heavier bridge costing about half a million dollars.
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Sabula
Milwaukee
Mississippi River
Bellevue
Hellevic
Chicago
Connell Bluffs
Boys Held for Murder in Ottumwa Shooting
Ottumwa report states Frank Adams aged 15 died from a gunshot received Sunday at Hiteman Walter Napier aged 18 and Oscar Napier aged 11 are in jail. Albin charged with murder as the Napier boys claim the shooting was accidental. The youths had a prior quarrel.
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Hiteman, Law
Frank Adams
Ottumwa
Tofay
Gunaher Wands
Hiteman
Walter
Oscar Napier
Albin
Pho Napier
Vinton News in December Deaths Highlight Local Families
In Vinton in December 13, Mrs. A M Dornan wife of the public schools superintendent, died at her home after weeks of illness. Also elderly resident Baward Robinson died at his home after a cancer on the face, age about sixty, leaving a wife and a daughter. Dr J P Whitney noted among survivors.
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Vinton
A. M. Dornan
Dornan
Vinton Public
Baward Robinson
Robinson
Mra
J. P. Whitney
Countryside at a Wedding Stiell Rock Ded 18
The marriage of Miss Antle Gessler and Mr. George Echwat was celebrated at high noon at the bride's home five miles south of Stiell Rock. Over one hundred guests witnessed the ceremony and offered congratulations. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Gelster, hails from a prominent Pinchford family. The groom recently arrived from Peru and bought the Yocum farm near Pinchford, where they will reside.
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Stiell
Antle Gessler
George Echwat
John Gelster
Pinchford
Peru
Farley in Divorce Faces Alimony and Accident
Thomas Farley, a Cedar Rapids resident and defendant in a November divorce suit, was injured near Cedar Rapids when a bridge lever slipped, causing a 20 foot fall that broke both arms. His wife Ella B. Farley was granted custody and alimony of $100 temporary and $20 monthly permanent. attorneys seek modification as Farley is now incapacitated and unable to pay.
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Thomas Farley
Cedar Rapids
Harsh Bridge Company
Farley
Tlan
Bidir
Ella DB. Farley
Dnthin
Angouint
Tuthill
Guy
Arm mangled by train injures Jesse Early
Eleven year old Jesse Early of 110 Idon street was crushed by a moving freight train at Wilhorp Central Freight yards. His left arm was crushed nearly to the shoulder and required amputation at the Presbyterian hospital after his parents consented today following the noon accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Early
H. A. Early
Idon Street
Tell
Presbyterian Hospital
Jesse
Wilhorp Central
Dr King's New Discovery Promises Quick Cough Cure
A late 19th century testimonial claims Dr Kings New Discovery ends a long battle with consumption and coughs. It touts prompt relief for coughs colds sore throat bronchitis and more with a dollar bottle price and free trial offers.
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Wren
Lyers
Cearfons
King
Waugh
Todd
J Campbell Impeached In Internal Prohibition Party
J Campbell is impeached and expelled from the third district prohibition party committee for insubordination, after charges sparked by sensational reports in the New Commonwealth about Chairman Wivell. Campbell denies the committee's authority, plans to appeal and seeks a trial or mandamus to force access to sessions.
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J. H. Campbell
J. HB. Campbell
Third District
Prohibition Party
New Commonwealth
Wiwell
Causa
Aroga
Wivell
Mate
Hivell
Flea
Campbell
Tetter
Commonwealth
Dr. Fatter
Ninth District
Campbal
PF. P. Feiler
Werere
State Committee
Campbell Werd
Elwell
Waterloo Native Marries in Cedar Rapids Ceremony
Jackbom Harrington and Miss Cora Jackson of Waterloo were wed Tuesday evening at 8:00 at the home of a clergyman in Cedar Rapids. The bride, longtime Waterloo resident, previously worked as an operator for Bell Telephone. the groom, formerly a Rock Island station cashier in Waterloo, had recent work near Detroit, Michigan. After the ceremony, the couple planned to Chicago before settling in Michigan.
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Cora Jackson
Waterloo
Jack Harrington
Cedar Rapids
Hig
J. J. Wellman
Wr'erloa
Bell Tatéphane Company &8
J Cashlee
Rock Island
Michigan
Harrington
Chicago
Waterloo to Build Cement Tile Machines in Spring
Waterloo will host two 40 by 80 foot one story factories by Sunnyside Addition near the rail packing house, erected by Waterloo Cement Tile Machine Co. The plant will produce a new cement tiling and a tile brick for absorption drainage, powered by steam, gasoline, or electricity, with four workers needed to operate and the firm aiming to expand in spring.
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Waterloo
Waterloo Cement Tie Machine Company
J. H. Stewart
Sunnzalde
Rail
Stewart
Trifle
Fort Dodge
Gypsium City
John M. Schenk
J. H W. Stewart
Schenk
Company
Ferguary Bros
Tanner names Iowa aides for grand army of the republic
Commander in chief James Tanner notified the town headquarters of new Iowa aides to his staff. Names include William Johnsop Post 127 Maal colm, R Dexter Post 224 Cedar Falls, John Hogarth Lotter Post 400 Mount Vernon, M T Scanlan Post 12 Des Moines, S H Westworth Post 22 Dlauny city, JG Muiltman Post 38 Loge, L H Spencer Post 40 Oskalii, W H Fetzer Post 40 Otumwa, W G Tompkins Post 101 Clear Lake, and Abner Dunham Post 19 Manchester among many others across Iowa communities.
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James ‘Tanner
Grand Army of the Republic
Towe Department
Iowa
Willam J. Johnsop
Maalcolm
Ormsby
Kemmerseburg
R. Dexter
Cedar
L. J. Wilson
Genterwolnt
John Hogarth Lotter
Mount Vernon
D. B."morehouse
Davenport
H. B. Blood
Kelligukey
George
Sims
Des Moines
M. T. Scanlan
Dos
Moines
M. H. Byera
Glen’wood
A. W. Jacques
Fair- Tell
S$. H. Westworth, Post 22, Dlauy, City; JG. Mutman
Loge
H. L. Spencer
Oskalii
L. McClellan
Denton
IL. Davie
Missouri Valley
Charles D. Backer
Waterton
W. H. Fetzer
Otumwa
C. James
Centerville
G. H. Hudson
Walker
Abner Dunham
Manchester
M. Keyton
Sac Cry
A. J Weeks
Correctionville
TR. W. Taylor
Oakland
A. J. Hotcom
Riceville
Waterloo Paving Contract Details Spark Local Debate
A Waterloo paving deal with Barber Asphalt Co aims to reassure residents that 89 percent of costs are covered. City Engineer T Wilson confirms banners protect the original terms while noting cracking issues in several sections. Bonds backing the contract totals run into tens of thousands of dollars across first and second contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Barber Raphalt Company
T. Wilson
Th “Orcher Asphalt Company
Cure for Kidney Disease Noted by Sufferer
A reader recounts severe kidney distress and backache before finding relief with Electric Bitters. He credits the remedy for restoring health and recommends the tonic as a solution for weak kidneys and stomach issues, endorsed by a local druggist.
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Wangler Bros
Too
Priégle
Eden
Fire damages room at Dunkelberg building on Fourth Street
A stove or chimney fire in the home of Mr and Mrs Kit Sibert on the Noel o Dunkelberg building damaged a bed and interior furnishings. Mrs Sibert alerted Mrs Rosgen and her husband who helped extinguish the blaze before the fire department arrived. No further damage or injuries reported.
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Kiré Big Metalog
Did & Greke
Kit Sibert
Gecot
Dunkelberg
West
Fourth Street
Blackfawk
McWilliams Farm Leased in Sumner County
Summary of a damaged OCR item notes McWilliams farm in Sumner County Sumner towns upbeat about lease next year. Mentions Williams and anticipated changes with local details obscured by fragmented text.
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Williams
Sumner
Bern
Vveemidt
NEW OFFICERS INSTALLED IN CRESCENT LODGE SESSION
Canton Crescent held an enjoyable session with election results naming Canton P W Standish treasurer Starr Gilley Gilley Hott as officers. The gathering featured refreshments served by ladies and a formal tone, with remarks from the judge and a nine o’clock close.
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Canton the Crescent
P. M
Canton
P. W. Standish
Trentenant
T. P. Starr
Kyoto
Jadge Friny Weeks
New Insurance Office Opens in Waterloo Syndicate Building
The Towa Manufacturars Insurance association plans to begin business January first. Offices on the second floor of the Syndicate building will house the new concern, with W. W. Marsh as president and Herman Miller of Reinbeck as underwriter. The article notes the association aims to provide fire protection to members and contrasts its capitalization with other state firms. It also includes a testimonial for Bucklen's Arnica Salve and mentions local drug store availability.
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Towa: Manufacturarg’ Insurance Association
Manufacturers of Towa
Waterloo
Tha Syndicate
Aeroamp
Bulldin
Waterloo Vapor Respiratorum Company
Nitra Alcor
New Insurance Association
Towa Manefacturara’ Association
Towa
W. W. Marsh
New. Concern
Herman Miller
Reinbeck
Inmate Publication Debuts As Morning Jail Paper
The jail issued its first morning edition this Tuesday, marking a new publication for inmates. Officials say the paper will provide news, prison updates, and reading material to incarcerated residents.
County Jail Weekly Kicks Off From Noted Inmate Edit
The County Jail Weekly, edited by inmate IF. EK, Gladdon, debuts with local jail news and reflections. Items cover daily routines, prayers, letters, and merged mischief as inmates read, sing, and pass time. The paper notes light outages, court next term, and discussions of comfort and retrenchment amid jail life.
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Publica’lon
IF. EK
Gladdon
Ledlgacy
Sonte
High Land Nobles to Locate in Waterloo Headquarters
Waterloo commercial bodies push to secure Highland Nobles headquarters in Waterton area. Board and business men circulate join prompts, seeking to meet promised membership quotas. Des Moines visit planned to finalize removal arrangements and guarantee castle presence with steady member growth.
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Waterloo
Cty
Waterton
Apria
Board of Trade and Business
Des Moines
Highland Vohler
Ardir
Camp 5321 and 6921 Woodmen Meet to Discuss Consolidation
Camp No 5321 and Camp 6921 held a Tuesday evening meeting in Odd Fellows hall to elect officers and discuss business. They considered consolidating with Camp No 2089, aiming to create a camp near five hundred members and potentially double within a year, uniting city Woodmen under one Waterloo camp.
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America
Odd Fellows Ball
V. O—Willam Kober
Cuba
F. J. Gibbs
J. D. Liiring
Oscott
George BH
Scott. Watchmann
George Tempast
D. C. Banfield
Daniel Breyman
Wr. Bowen
F.T. Harriman
J. Et .O'Keefe
A. H. Goimar
B. B. Dunkelberg
G. A. Clark
G. H. Sumner
Amerea
Waterloo
Caat Alde
West Ride
St Ig
Ctity
Campa
New Pastor H H Forkenbrock Arrives At St Marys
Rev H H Forkenbrock, new pastor of St Marys parish, arrived Tuesday afternoon to a surprised welcome by parish members and city residents. Children prepared songs and an initial greeting at the depot. a larger English German welcome is planned at St Marys Church with a light lunch and collection.
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H. H. Forkenbrock
St. Mary's Parish
City
Chicago Great Wester Depot
Father
Father Folkenbrod
Gln
Father Farkenbrook
Waterloo
St. Mary’s Church
Father Tarkentrack
Hall's Catarrh Cure and Family Pills Claimed
A historical ad touts Hall’s Catarrh Cure as a blood reaching treatment and asserts it treats catarrh through the blood and mucous surfaces. It advertises testimonials and mentions Toledo Ohio makers, plus Hall's Family Pills for constipation and a separate birth notice for a baby at Sycamore Street.
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Hall
FP. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Doiggists
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Burlington
Lora A. Bennett
Marshalltown
Howard
John B. Hammer
A. C. Douglas
Des Moinea
I. B. Evans
F. 8. Dunshee
J. G. Olmstead
Arti-Satoon League
George W. Hall
J. L. Adams
Indianola
J. A. Macy
Prohibition Alliance
Etta B. Harfard
Mary Williams
Anna Howell
Www. Cc. T. U
Jackbom Harrington
Vy Jesup
Posses
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G. A. Marsh
Dick Measures
Hugh Daven
Ute
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Chicago For & Giant
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Henry Sullivan
Below
Shady Grove
Duane Miller
Emerson & Standish
Blood
A Knowles
Horn
Misa Nettia Weisersg
Chris
Emerson
Dulée
Dubuque
Lement Tile Machine Company
Planes
Sunnyaide
WII
Thea Waterloo Company
Tanner
Ietaden
Sage Task
Fierge
Hele
UF Hervtlg
Buahicay
Anton
NEW Insurance Office
Iowa Manufacturare
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Hops
Texas
Wangler Bros & Todd
Hoya
Dada
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Father Forkenbrock Aurprieee
J. Satleman Ace
Sycamore
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