Joseph Watkins Called Home in Waterloo
Joseph Watkins, longtime Waterloo carpenter and pioneer, died at his son’s home on Lafayette Street at 5 30 am Saturday after 44 years in the city Born in Shabden England November 13 1826 he came to the United States in 1854 moving from Rochester to Waterloo in 1864 Nine children were born to his marriage with Elizabeth Pricat with only two listed as remaining in the area He died just after his wife died sixteen years earlier and funeral arrangements are set for Monday at 2 30 pm from the home with Rev GW Hinkle officiating Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery Friends may view the remains Sunday afternoon 3 00 to 4 00 pm
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seath
Waterloo
Joseph Watkins
Wakiius
Lafayette ‘Street
Watkins
Joseph, Watkins
Shabden
Herrodfershire
England
Rochester
New York
Elizabeth ‘Pricat
Artes
Dubnave
Joseph
Chicago
Will Jem
Portland
Oregon
GW. Hinkle
Fairview
Sty
Death of John Lipierz Dietz a Waterloo resident passes
John Lipierz Dietz aged resident died at 3 20 PM Friday at the home of Ett Dietz 1203 West Second street after a period of ill health He was born November 25 1822 in Pennsylvania and lived there until the death of his wife He then moved to Waterloo to live with his sons Surviving children are John Dietz Waterloo HOOK Belmond IA W K Deep River and Mrs Maggie Garwick Chadwick IL A sister Mrs Lydia Humbert Agency City Town services will be conducted from the Eli Dietz home 1202 West Second street Sunday at 2 39 PM Rev Noah Garwick will officiate Burial will be Elmwood Cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Tietz
Waterloo
John
Hook
Belmond
W. K
Deep River
Maggie Garwick
Chadwick
Ill
Lydia Humbert
Agency City
Dietz
Christian Church
Eli Dietz
West Second Street
Noah Garwick
Chargs
Elmwood
Henry Stephens Civil War veteran dies at 70 in Waterloo
Henry Stephens of 726 Franklin street died Friday night likely of heart failure after a period of illness. A Civil War veteran with a long G A R association, he lived in Waterloo since about 16 years ago where he ran a boarding house. He was 70, born December 25, 1837, and survived by ten children including Alonzo Stephens in Washington state and several others in Algona, Minnesota, and Waterloo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Stephens
Franklin Street
Henry Stéphens
Waukesha
Wis
Waterloo
Franklin and
Sixth Streets
Loing
Alonzo Stephens
Washington State
Etta Engle
Algona
Baith Wait
J. Weaver
Logan Boles
Campbell
Algena
Eli Stephens
Clarence Remington
Minnesota
Cora Betts
Clarence Stephens
Harold Anderson Death at Family Home on Commercial Street
Harold Anderson, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. W. 5. Anderson, died at 3:09 am Saturday at 4103 Commercial Street. The report notes a related arrest of Harry Holm by Officer Widmann for obtaining funds under false pretenses and his transfer to Decorah to face the charge, with possible return to Waterloo after proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold
W. 5. Anderson
Commercial Street
Irima
Harry Holm
Widmann
Toney Wader
Decorah
Holm
Waterloo
Allison Boom In Out of Rozsouiéilen 200 Join The Alligon Club
Dubuque February 22. Alison headquarters report reception of advices from Waverly Bremer county noting 200 Republicans signed the rolls for membership in the Alligon club. Shaw and Cumming each have members. In Quasqueton Iowa word says Stephen B. Howard relinquished its option on Irwin land and took an option on forty acres from Burrhus. No other major changes. statewide panels discuss Quasqueton development amid active publicity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Alison
Waverly
Beal
Bremer County
Alligon Club
Shaw
Cumming
Quasqueton
Lowa
Periaing
Stephen B. Howard
EF. Irwin
A. P. Burrhus
Lady Loses Watch Near Carebeer Restaurant
Miss Hattie Smith a waitress at the Carebeer restaurant lost her watch Saturday morning while shopping near the place. She believes the timepiece detached on the street and was picked up by someone within a block. A careful street search failed to locate the time piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie Smith
Carebeer
Fancy horses arrive as Waterloo buyers cash in on sale
George Thomas returned from Chicago with eight head of fancy horses sold at a late week sale. Prices ranged from 300 to 1350 dollars for drafters and drivers, with standout performers like Ralph the 7 year old gelding at 925, and Marguerite Posy a 2 year old trotter bought for 1350. The lot featured speed and draft horses including Lone Good Ones and King Lorin, with notable two year olds and a promising trot-talker Red Hooker. Thomas praised the quality and Waterloo’s horse interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Thomas
Chicago
Nso
Ralph
Netksy
Mgr. Thoman
Thomas
Waterloo
Marguerite Posy
Trotter
Price
Red Hooker
Highball
Allisons Jubilant Campaign Builds Across Iowa Districts
In Dubuque on February 22 Senator Allison shows strong momentum as Dolliver backs her bid and Cummins supporters attend Clinton event. Active committees span second to eleventh districts with Allison’s health reported excellent and a militant statewide effort forming. Announced leadership galvanizes broadly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Dolliver
Allison
Jan
Ith
Dame
Cummins
Clinton County
Aison
Tests Draw Crowds at Greenwood Rural School Spelling Event
A large crowd attended the Friday evening Waterloo township spelling tests in Greenwood district. Ruth Crandall of Greenwood Schools won the written event while Robert Huntington of Virden Grove school won the oral round. Declamatory results left all contestants equally matched, prompting a plan to reconvene. Participants included Benny Thayer, Reginaly Crandell and Joseph Kretzler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenwood
Waterloo
Misa Ruth Crandall
Robert Huntington
Virden Grove
Benny Thayer
Reginaly Crandell
Joseph Kretzler
Death by own action thwarted by Lakin in Ellsworth office
A would-be self harm incident in Ellsworth Iowa ended when Fred Lakin restrained Oscar Gorman a prominent Ellsworth business man from shooting himself. Gorman sustained a flesh wound from a revolver misfire in Lakin's office. Temporary insanity cited as the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster City
Fred’ Lakin
Oscar Gorman
Ellaworth
Iowa
Lakin
Edeworth
Fixing Fate of Children in Cedar Falrg Court
Two young children of Gilbert Rexstrew appeared in juvenile court before Judge Platt on Saturday afternoon at Cedar Falrg. Their mother died over a year ago and the father has cared for them while away during the day. The home finding society in Bos Maine may seek custody, and allegations against James Larkin were not proven at the hearing. The full investigation and disposition of the children were not concluded Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert Rexstrew
Cedar Falrg
Judge Platt
Bos Maine
James Larkin
Wounded Man Favor Ably Bounds Over to Grand Jury
Preliminary hearing for Edward and Lovia Stenhagen delayed due to prosecutor A Snyder’s illness. Snyder’s testimony sought by grand jury as suspects face two bullet injuries. hearing rescheduled. Fred Hayes bound over to grand jury for selling mortgaged property without consent, waived examination. bond set at 500 dollars. Hayes eager to begin sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
Lovia Stenhagen
Torning
Witnasa
Red A. Snyder
Mélice Y. B. Keptord
Batanas
Snyder
Snyder Ey
Mayes
Fred Hayes
A. B. Kepford
Hayes
Mibs Snyder Illness Strikes During Family Hardship
Bylvin Snyder, daughter of Fred Snyder, is reported stricken with a severe attack of inflammatory rheumatism on Saturday morning. The family endures financial and caregiving strain as Fred Snyder, recovering from brutal assault injuries, remains bedridden and unable to assist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bylvin Snyder
Fred Snyder
Ratliceton
Probate Petitions Filed for Dobson Mingworth Estates
In probate court, petitions were filed for the estates of Thomas Dobson and W. J. Mingworth. An administrator is sought for Abbie E. Isom. Guardianship petitions are brought for minors Thomas Cunningham and Marin and Caroline Cascadon. A rumor of George Crown Over injuring in Burnside Illinois Central shops is not confirmed. Measles signs are posted at Edglinton and Watton homes on Jefferson and Commercial streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Dobson
W. J. Mingworth
Abbie E. Isom
Thomas Sunningham
Marin
Caroline Cascadon
Streeb
George Crown Over
Benson Crownover
Hudson
Burnaide
Crownover
Ilnols Central
Four Ton Safe Crashes Through Shaft In Syndicate Block
A four ton safe dropped into an elevator shaft in the Syndicate block at 2 30 Saturday morning. R L Parker barely escaped injury as the safe fell three stories and lodged in the basement. The accident damaged sewer pipes and left bathrooms out of service. The elevator cage remained undamaged, and the safe must be removed before work can continue. Harry Andrews was injured and must avoid use of the shaft until removal. Repair crews work to hasten access on the upper floors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Parker
Syndicate
Atevator
Harry Andrews
Safe lowering accident at Colby-Parker transfer office
A safe was lowered from a third floor to the first floor of the Colby Parker transfer offices injuring none as ropes snapped during the move. R L Parker watched from the elevator cage as the rope failed, the safe dropped, and he narrowly avoided harm. In a separate incident at Dreamland theatre a fire destroyed parts of the building causing heavy damage but owner Harry Andrews survived with minor injuries after the operator escaped the blaze. Oklahoma Democrats convened in Muskogee to nominate delegates for the national convention with Bryan favored.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colby-Parker ‘Transfer Company
Iowa Dairy Separator Company
R. L. Parker
Cedar Frgly
Harry Andrew’s
Dreamland Theatre Hare
Joe
Witthek
Trefet
Andrewa
Hfo
Waterloo
Harry An- Hews
George Gorey
Town and Township News Highlights in Waterloo Area
Local notes from Waterloo report visits and gatherings, including Mrs. Fettgoth er’s Sunday stay with her mother Mrs. Walker, attendance at a May week performance of The Rivals, and a large dancing party at Lehmkuhr hall. Death of Aunt Lydia Patterson after a fall is noted with funeral details. other items include arrivals from Chicago, quarantine updates, and smallpox status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Fettgother
Waterloo
PL A. Walker
J.B. Murphy
Wits
M. ¥ Colling
James Curley
M. E. Leehey
H. Rosip Agnew
Olive Eliott
William Lacey
William Murphy
Ethel George
Mayme Leehey
Harry Maley
Alice Thompson
Spencer
M. J. Ryaz
Rev
J. Malloy
Pr. Malloy
Lehmkuhr
Lydia Patterson
Edie Evarett
George of
Liedon
Towa
Lydia
Ifa
Mystery Death Shocks Burlington Iowa Coachman Found Burned
Remains of Oscar Magnuson, coachman for Mia Gilbert, were found charred near the barn. He and a helper carried a lantern moments earlier. the lantern was found burning inside. Patrolmen resume duties as severe blizzard hits Joliet and Springford with heavy snow. Community notes mention a church social, prizes, and praise for Acme Bakery coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Iowa
Oscar Magnuson
Mia
D. Gilbert
Growth and tax figures spur Blackhawk advantage in comparisons
A 1907 Scott County financial report contrasts with Blackhawk County data to argue Blackhawk’s rising prominence. It notes Scott population of 65,910 versus Blackhawk’s 38,617, with Scott carrying higher auditor fees and salaries but Blackhawk edging ahead in transfers, court costs, and overall tax receipts. The piece highlights that despite smaller population, Blackhawk shows steadier growth and public finances.
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Scott County
Ratuhow
Blackbank County
Blackhawk
Ravenport
Waterloo
Add County
Scott
Blickhawk Ag
Tha Taports
Bealdés Balog
8Aloon
Blackhawk County
Diackhawk
Passed Middy Exam Has a Brother in Waterloo
Carleton H. Wright son of Mr and Mrs George Wright of this city and brother of J D Wright passed the examination for appointment as Midshipman to Annapolis. The test was in Hampton under County Superintendent Conley and Prof C L Wondfeld. Other applicants were from Rockwell Elma and Strayberry Paint. Wright, a senior in high school, had not prepared or announced his intent. Hampton has sent two others to naval service recently and another to West Point. New Hampton alumni J Vin Babcock Arthur Kemman and Karl Greenwald are noted. Wright must pass additional tests before final appointment. Oto J Burns has joined the U S army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampton
Carleton H. Wright
George
Wright
Hig City
J.D. Wright
Star
Waterloo Daily Reporter
Annanella
Court House
F. L. Conley
C. L. Wond&eld
Rockwell
Carleton
Ie Santor
Hampton
Toltte Government Training School
West Palst
Annapolis
J. Vin Babcock
Arthur Kemman
Karl Greenwald
West Point
Yoling ‘Wright
Uncle Sam
Navy
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Joseph. Watkins
Bosy
John Dietz
Henry Stephene
Baby Anderson
John LipiErz
Harold Anderson
Cimmina
Tou Allison
Haugen
Amundsen
Mason City
Alson
Clinton
Judge Prouty
Cummins Ruppartera
Allson
Yeagit, & Johnson National Bank
William Mager
Fifth Street
Friend
Fred Saul
Cedar Falls
Frederick Baul
Mies Mae’ Dempsey
Sherif Caldwell
Saveral Monthe
Bremer
Plaubty
Abe
Thhe
James
Brady
Police
Geo. Gilley
Independence
Marion
Cedar Rapids
Red Snyder
Edward and
Louis Steinhagen
Grand Jury
Mibs Snyder Ill
Edgligton Home
Jefferson Street
Watton Home
Commericial Street
South Main Straet
C. B. Everett
Wa Calier
Jene Edward Gallup
Daniel Duffy
Sheldon
Mike Duffy
Misa Florence Carnahan
Waterloo Manga
W. P. ‘Redkemere
Alya Jorden
Watertoo
FFB
Chrch
Rev. White
Parker College
Winnebago
Minn
S. J. King
Little Cedar
Cackran
Frank McCunn
Herbert Tollerton
Weenie
Smith Aif
Fatest Street
W. H. Ross
Vite
Oelwein
Paterson Hota
Machine Opyzrator
Joaught
Oklahoma
Bryan
Muskogee
Okla
Oklahomia
Mons
William J. Bryan
CoOoe
Fairbank
Tom Morris
Gil Jey
Hig Place
Morrey
Joliet, UL
Springford
Wau
Mr.Morris
Carletlan Church
Scott Hat
Carleton H Wright
New
Hampton Stoop
Oto J. Burns
United States
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