Marital Troubles Dominate Court Actions in Des Moines
Petitions for divorce filed by Mrs Hattie Edwards and Mrs Maude Washburn outline cruel treatment and desertion in marriages begun in 1902 and 1904. Custody sought for a four year old son and restraining orders issued. Other cases include a horse sale dispute settled with $45 plus costs and a man confessing to drinking habit and seeking Knoxville hospital treatment for a three year term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie E.cEdward
Lyman Edwards
Des Moines
Piainiif
Nlaintiff
Platt
Prevented Bar Runaway On Mulberry Street
Edward Brumble and a friend rode a buggy on Mulberry Street when a frightened horse veered into Park Avenue curb, tipping the rig onto its side. Brumble was dragged along the pavement, suffering shoulder and side injuries, while the driver’s companion escaped with minor injuries and a torn shirt. The horse was halted and the overturned buggy remained in a flower bed. harness and rig sustained only a few scratches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Brumble
Mulberry Street
Es Street
Park Avenue
Mulberry
Park Avenue 80
Bramble
Horge
Koerg
Justice Kepford Retired and Knapp Buys Justice Office
A deal was completed today in Blackhawk County where F. F. Knapp, former recorder, acquires A. B. Kepford’s business as justice of the peace. The title to the office transfers this afternoon and Knapp plans to open in the Lafayette Block. Kepford held the post for several years, while continuing as Waterloo’s city police judge, making it impractical to serve both roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Kepford
F. F. Knapp
Blackhawk County
A. B. Kepford
Mir. Knapp
Lafayette Mock
B. Howrey
Kepford
Waterloo
Fire Wire Injury Reports and Arm Burn Incident
R J Mailicoat loses use of right hand temporarily after contact with trolley wire. Mrs D L Wilkins suffers burn injury to arm from brushing against a hot flat iron. Both incidents described as very painful but not severe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. Mailicoat
Anid
Wong
Dl. Wilkins
Y M C A Workers Enthusiastic Campaign Planned
Workers and committees gathered at the Y M C A building to plan a twelve day canvass to raise 25000 for a 94000 improvement project. James Black offered 5000 on condition the balance is raised. W T Perkins and W R Jamne Son outlined the campaign plan and emphasis on financial stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y. M.C
Association
A MacBachron
Assembly
Wm. Galloway
Galloway
James Black
W. T. Perkins
New York State Committee
W. R. Jamne- Son
Citizens’ Committee
Waterloo
Doxey Widow to Be Buried in Elmwood
The body of Mrs. Margaret Doxey who died last Thursday in Mountain View California is expected to arrive this evening. She was the wife of the late Thomas Doxey of Washburn and had lived in California with a son and daughter. Her son Dr L G B Doxey, formerly of Washburn and now in Des Moines, is awaiting the body for burial at Westminster Church with interment beside her husband in Elmwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Doxey
Mountain View
California
Wis
Thomas Doxey
Washburru
Waterloo street improvements and late night council meeting
The Waterloo city council discussed paving plans for Independence Avenue to Idaho Street Alta Vista to Arizona Highland Boulevard to Prospect and Clay Street to Walnut. A lighting contract was deferred and a five year contract let for water and gas efforts continued amid weak turnout. News notes include a land sale near Quiketan and progress on a rail grade toward the Rock Island line, with further sales likely in fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence Avenue
Ilinois Gentral
Idaho Street
Alta Vista Avenue
Steely
Arizona
Highland ‘Boulevard
Prospect Avenue
Highland
Highlang
Walnut
Chestnut
Alea
South Street
Sullivan Avenue
Randolph Street
Waterloo
Gertrudge Burke
John de Jaegar
Pan Davis
Quiquetan
Rock Island
Waterloo to get new garage and showroom for Chalmers Detroit cars
The Clisimars Detroit Auto Company plans to open a new garage and sales room in Waterloo for Chalmers Detroit cars, formerly E R Thomas machines. The 1909 four cylinder 20 horsepower model, priced at 1600 dollars, is promised to perform up to fifty miles per hour and compare well with higher priced rivals. Designer Coffin, ex Olds Auto Co, and president Chalmers, formerly head of E R Thomas Detroit Auto Co, headline the venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clisimars-Detroit Auto Co
He Chalmers-Detroit
E. R. Thomas
Coffin
Olds Auto Co
Chalmers
New Company
E.R. Thomas Detroit Auto Co
Married at Albert Lea in June Fireman Weds Ida Wish of Janesville
Earl Cottrell a Central fireman and Misa Ida Wish of Janesville were married in Albert Lea on June 25. They will live in Waterloo at 227 High Street. Cottrell has three sons from Mrs. N B Cottrell and has worked for the Central for three years. Fire alarm prank involved a false call on Third and Sycamore streets as Chief Dunham noted a neighbor pulled a lever to trigger a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Lea
Earl Cottrell
Firs
Dunham
Waterloo Delegation Attends Quasqueton Lot Sale
A Waterloo delegation of over fifty boosters and a dozen ladies in ten autos traveled to Quasqueton to attend a 200 lot sale by the Quasqueton improvement company. The event featured hill climbs and speed trials as machines demonstrated, with a lunch hosted for more than 200 guests. Quasqueton, near Independence, is described as picturesque with rich farmland and a growing call for railroad access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Quasqeet
Oelwein
Quasiibton
Waopsipluni¢on
Buchanan County
Court House Way
Irand Jury Waives Hearing in Crawford Willi Graham Case
Crawford and Graham, accused of breaking into Will Heskemhof’s home east of the city, waived preliminary hearing Monday and are bound over to the September grand jury. Justice Kepford set bonds at $200 each. Crawford vanished with relatives, Graham remains jailed until Sept 21 unless bonds are posted. John Govince, charged with robbing Bates Glanete for $40 last Saturday, had preliminary hearing postponed to 3:00 PM Wednesday per Gorinhed’s attorney’s request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford
Willi
Graham
Will Heskemhof
Kepford
John Govince
Bates
Waterloo Police To Add Two Officers July First
Waterloo police will add emergency officer A P Houston and plain clothes detective W D Hubbell, both appointed recently, effective July 1. An existing officer becomes emergency man to cover on call, preventing unprotected territory. Houston, a Waterloo resident with Rock Island ties, previously Burlington patrolman, is expected to aid the department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. Iouston
W. D. Hubbell
Hubbell
Houston
Waterloo
Rock Island
Burlington
Drag River Search Fails to Find Woman’s Body
Police dragged the Cedar near Eleventh Street after a river fisherwoman pulled brown hair from the water. Officials recovered hair clumps but deemed them sewer refuse. a bundle of a lady’s articles was found downstream and awaits a claimant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleventh Street
Chef Leighton
Nin Reouls
Lafy
Community Notes From Waterloo area and visitors
Town and township items report visitors from Raymond and Seattle, travels across the country, and local happenings. Mentions of Dewar versus Readlyn baseball, purchases of farm equipment, milk production totals, and residents moving or entertaining guests. Includes short notices on lectures, school events, and local business activity.
Bennington Notes and Local News Roundup
A Bennington column reports births, visits, and community happenings. A baby boy born to Mr and Mrs with Waterloo connections, local travel and farm life notes, a notice of the St. John Lutheran Congregation meeting, and greetings to visitors from Buck. Laments about workers from Italy, farm insurance talk, and reflections on faith and weather. Wedding news notes: Dr Robert Bickley and Miss Georgia Adel Bell to wed. celebrations tomorrow at Emanuel church with guests from Rockford and Sumner, and plans for post wedding home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maile
Woltzin
Waterloo
Kurtt
St. John’s Lutheran
W.tahr
Buck
4. Tegunels
Carl Bolte
Roadly
George Meyerhoff
Frank Brush
Lutheran Concordia College of
Schmitt
Seft
Jason City
Charlen Ety
Wmanuel Church
Sma
New York
Frohpoess
Sumner
Cecil Bickley
Bride
Rockford
Tows
Death of Helmer Aykens prompts family return home
Mrs Helmer Aykens and Mrs D Pierce accompany family members to Cedar Falls and Waterloo after the funeral of Peter Aykens, a 64 year old pioneer merchant of Forreston Illinois. The family plans a Canadian Pacific itinerary to Banff Field Laggan Glacier Vancouver Victoria Seattle and Portland with a Yellowstone Park stop en route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre
Helmer Aykens
Helmer
Peter Aykens
Forreston
Ill
Mr. Aykevis
D. Pierce
Kendall
Waterloo
Macaugherty
Cedar Balls
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Banff
Saloon petitions for consent to run thirst parlors acted on
City council approved sixteen petitions for consent to operate saloons for the year. Vacating Hammond avenue was postponed. Judge Platt granted divorce decrees to Mary L Lake and H W Morris, with costs to be paid. Lake seeks separation and child custody. Morris seeks divorce from Margaret Morris, married 1907 Cedar Rapids, separated 1910. Walnut Street Baptist church seeks Andrew Carnegie for a memorial pipe organ, hoping to inspire philanthropy and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patitiona
Hammond Avenue
F. O. Platt
Mary L. Lake
H W. G. Morris
Walnut Street Baptist Church
Andrew Qgarnegien
Local News Notes and Visits Across Towns
A mixed list of local movements visits and small events. Asa Risinger plans a cement block foundation for his residence while two gangs lay cement walks. several residents and visitors are noted including Mrs J Risinger and Mrs McBain at New Hartford, and Mr Albright of Hudson at the Courthouse. Other items mention a Dutch exchange, Woodmen picnic in Waterloo, a creamery plant decision in Higgin, and Miss Bates visiting the Roadman family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jone
Finlahddt
Asa Rieinger
J. Risinger
McBain
Susan
New Hartford
Miss Albright
Hudson
Sunny
Landford Troffman
Independence
Sherman Forter
Toadman
Slater
Madey Roadman
Wil Deecon
Woodmen
Waterloo
Palmer
Cedar Falls
Poushim
Besk
Mies Tresta
Wil
Macquaketa
O. Palmer
Higin
Til
Wil Risinger
Wallsbore
Wil Smith
Stout Weral
B. Rondman
M. Berehhurch
Upper Iowa University
Albert Iitason
Parkersburg
Mr. Brongon
David Stephens
Weather storms disrupt events and harvest outlook in Barclay area
Weekend storms disrupt a bass concert and slow Fourth of July plans while forecasts favor a good crop year in the vicinity. Residents report frequent storms, warm spells, and preparations for Deere activities with locals attending events at Jesup and Waterloo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ihoge
Mosc
Barclay
Waterloo
Wesfield
Jesup
Chas. Flekatt
Old Folland school on Mulberry street to be torn down
East Waterloo's oldest school building on Mulberry Street between Race and Sixth streets is being removed. Disputed dates place its construction in 1864 or 1865, predating the independent East Waterloo district organized in 1866. Local pioneers and county references note early education began in private buildings before a four room brick school opened later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Folland
Mulberry Streat
Raat Fifth
Sixth
Alda
Papera
Wutit
Ald Rasidents
Binne
Lewis Lindty
East
Waterloo
Binckhawie
Hardy
Myron Smith
Key Oity
Jacob Bloeser & Co
Mock Torty Balng Tha
Ong
Holland
Tha
B. Hardy
Lewis Udehty
Vics
R. A. ‘Whitaker
H. H. Voorhees
Trasurer
Aa Me
Atcat
Waterloo Board of Trade to Consolidate With Columbia Club
A special Waterloo Board of Trade meeting decided to consolidate with the Columbia club. Immediate steps will secure occupancy of Ten quarters, aiming to hold all future meetings in Columbia club rooms by early next week. Committees reporting on options and plans for the proposed colossum chose to keep details private for now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo Board of Trade
H. B. White
Columbia Club
Des Moines Elks Goming to Waterloo Delegation
Des Moines Elks plan a large delegation to Waterloo for the August convention. A special train is expected for the Des Moines group, aiming to be the biggest presence at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
ELKS
Goming
Waterloo
Swalm Sold to Hannibal in Ready Transfer
Charley Swalm has been conditionally sold to Hannibal Missouri and will depart for the new team immediately. Manager Boyle and Waterloo fans face a change as Swalm, a strong pitcher with a 12 game season record, leaves Waterloo. The Water players now rely on Harmon Quaper and Peeterson to shoulder pitching duties as the team adjusts to the move and aims to stay within its limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swalm
Hannibal
Charley Awalm
Boyle
Waterloo
Tim
Thia
Box Wors
Minofa-Miasouri
Cver
Watertoo
Harmon
Quaper O
Peeterson
Orpheum at Electric Park Showcase Hits Week
The Orpheum at Electric Park presents Downey and Willard in a clean farce, with the Four Fantast Delas in a magic and song act, Chris Lane delivering a local-tinged monologue and songs, plus Billy Durant with a Chinese instruments act. The DeGrosz band will headline open air concerts as park attractions expand through the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orpheum Theatre
Joan, Downey
Willard
Table Cavera
Chris Lang
Billy Durant
Orpheum
Waterloo
DeGrosz
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Sorenson
J.B. Beard
T. Lamb
Knoxville
Maude M
Washburn
Hag
Beyfriend
Fred Washburn
Ional
Decros
Wattis
Gus Sorenson
J. B. Beard
Justice Court
Distriet Court
Ben
W. T Lamb
Brumble
Mallicoat
Wilking
MR. Black
Council
West Side
Nation
Chalmers-Derroit Auto Company
Kio
Cadar
Sewar
Sune
Charles, Britzman
Mya
Carl. Britsman
Raymond
F. Schmitt
Henry Helple
Walter Helflé
Wan,Helple
Jim Helple
Thair
Spattie
Salt Lake City
Utah
Andersen
Widdel
Boyd
Dewar
Readlyn
Gilbert Shaulls
A. D. Clark
Jersey
Indy
Ngures
al. Meyers
Walker
Finily
Reta, Uves
W. Naylor
I. O
George Brookes
Rob Bhiltlinglaw
Bea Alther
Theo
Pérk
Rhoda Albert
R. P. Nelson
Highmore
Dakota
Monve
Bennington
Brandon
Bes
Mississipp
Philadelphia
Butteship
Misisalppi
Navy Yard
Newport
Amitasisaippi
Idaho
The
Christian Church
Pleasant Prairie
Shady Grove
D. A. McLeish
Mt. Auburn
Cary
City Beautiful
Cedar River
A. N. Burrell
Urbana
Town
J Wilt
Shillinginn
Robert
J. W. Davis
Leon
Floyd Davis
Duankerton
V._W. Davis
Dr. Knowles
Our Town
J. M. Romig
Bod
Mgasre
Mesdames
G. P. Walkar
A. Oliver
J. Pint
Mr. Adama
Fairbanty
Salisbury
Haying Witl
Gorlis
Littleton Way
Silas Sherman
Schilling
Mr. Krauthoff
Drmkerton
Gays
Primarion
Mel
Oliver
South Omaha
Gelfaves
Regen
Strawhordes
Neval
Holland School
Lewle
van Bult
Board OF Trade
Electric Park
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