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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1908
Page
5
New York February reports mixed stocks showing resistance to bad news as monetary expansion lifts funds, bank reserves rise, and European markets recover. Experts predict a gradual readjustment with easier money supporting a cautious revival, while rail and industrial shares face continued pressure and possible wage cuts.
A compiled catalog of prominent assassinations from 03 24 1903 onward featuring rulers presidents and nobles. Entries include Paul of Russia Duke of Parma Abraham Lincoln James Garfield Empress Elizabeth of Austria William McKinley Alexander I of Servia and other notable figures with dates and contexts.
News of the death of Mrs. Henry Forkenbrock, mother of Rev. H H Forkenbrock, at her home in Dyersville after grippe and heart failure. Funeral in Dyersville church with high Mass, interment in Dyersville Cemetery. Survived by eight children including Rev. B A Forkenbrock and Rev. H H Forkenbrock. services Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
Nashua February 3 fire destroyed a first floor home a few miles north of town while the family slept Mr Springer awakened by crackling wood saw second story flame and with help carried children to a neighbor they saved most furniture below but the house could not be saved renter on a farm belonging to Mr Commerford
The Y M C A basketball team defeated Independence 54 to 22 Friday night in Waterloo. Odell and Littlejohn starred for the visitors and Bucklin led Waterloo with seven goals as both teams displayed solid shooting and free throws in a lopsided affair.
Officers were elected Friday evening at Dr H D Haffa s office for the Waterloo and Cedar Falls Poultry Association annual meeting The secretary read the yearly report and officers include President H D Haffa Vice Presidents J L Knapp and M McDermott Secretary C J Schenck Treasurer H B Nauman Superintendent W C Marsh Assistant superintendent A L Lineweaver Executive committee H D Haffa C P Shaw M McDermott W O Blowers W W Warner Several new members were admitted Local members listed and the next meeting set for February 10 to fix show dates and select a judge
A harsh spell drives families to seek help from J F Klingaman overseer of the poor. In three hours Saturday new requests for aid poured in, mainly for fuel and bedding. One family on East Willeventh Street was ordered to vacate for nonpayment, and temporary relief was provided while Klingaman pursued work for the male head of the household. January’s report shows total cost of the poor at 855.87, with several families sent out of town to rely on relatives, reflecting ongoing poverty amid snow and wind.
The Waterloo market notes heavy riot impacts in Chicago but local demand remains firm. Cattle supplies are limited, meat demand strong, and prices for hogs, poultry, and grain are tracked with a steady but cautious outlook for the coming sale at the stock pavilion.
January 1908 in Iowa was the warmest in 26 years with an average temperature of 25.6 degrees, well above the 26 year normal of 16.3. Only three days had rain or snow, and precipitation totaled 0.37 inches, while the month ended with a 32 inch snowfall on the last day.
Special announcement states Foley’s cough remedy remains unaffected by the Pure Food and Drug Law. It asserts the product contains no harmful drugs and is safe for both children and adults. Wangler Bros. and J. K. Joder are named in the notice.
A local laborer alleged the city could help with coal as he faced fuel scarcity and no money. A letter requested half a ton, with notes about the family at home. Inspectors found the cafe warm, fuel in the bin, and the household employed nearby, while the wife was unaware of the request. A second call for three others was declined.
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