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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Reporter

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1908

Page

4

Two Look Alikes Stir Courtroom Hysteria In Wyoming

Waterloo resident William Woodford mistaken for murder suspect G H Summers of Wyoming, a $1000 reward and published description heighten tension. Both men resemble each other closely, with similar hair, build, and shoe size, sparking public confusion and calls to verify an alibi. A photograph request for comparison aims to clear the identity doubt. The report notes a scar cannot be removed and recounts the incident as a striking likeness rather than a proven link.

William Woodford Waterloo Wyoming Woodford Sheriffs Office G. H Summers Davis A. H. Bath Albany County Ejther Thie

New Clothing and Fur Nishing Store Heading to Open

A new business venture is planned to occupy the room previously used by Cal Sharp barber shop. Robert Clapp of South Bend Indiana will be the proprietor and the store will offer clothing and furnishing items. The exact opening date will be announced after renovations.

Cal Sharp Robert Clapp South Bend Diana

New Launch Arrives From Dubuque For River Use

Ed Chapman received a new Mississippi type launch from Dubuque this morning and placed the 20 foot craft in the river here. The boat features broad beam and fasteners that help it ride wind and current while keeping occupants dry.

Chapman Dubuque Mississippi

Unwilling Guest Hattie Kennison Fined for Detained Visit

Hattie Kennison spent a forced seventeen day vacation with Sheri Cald wells guests in the county bastle after being found loitering near the west side park at 1 20 this morning. She told Judge Kep ford she waited for her sister on the midnight train and her story had little effect. Kennison was fined 30 dollars and jailed 16 days for nonpayment. her companion forfeited a 10 dollar bond.

Hattie Kennison Sheri

Death and funeral notices for Charles Musser and Alta Johnston

The report covers the death of Charles B. Musser at 906 Wellington Street from tuberculosis of the brain after nearly four years of illness. It notes a 88-year life, Reinbeck connections, surviving wife Ana Wilson, a deceased infant child, and relatives in Reinbeck and nearby states, with services at home and Reinbeck Methodist Church. Also noted is the death of Alta Bernatine Johnston at 1411 Mulberry Street from bronchial pneumonia, with a funeral planned and interment in Fairview.

Charles Musser Firsit Wellington Street Charles B. Musser Reading Virginia Reinteck Ana Wilson Peter Musser Waterloout Murdo John Ganges Reinbeck Peter Bruller Harrington Kas Alta Bernatine Johnston Chas, R. Johnston Mulberry Street Hoor Fairviow Fred, Hile Waterloo Kansas City George Cousins Miss Press Chicago Epworttt “Jeague St Pauls Church B. R. Wade

Waterloo News Briefs Include Local Visits and Events

A late July Waterloo community page reports on foot bridge closures for Fifth Street repairs, local visitors from Lexington and Des Moines, family news, school board meeting plans, vacation departures, and upcoming construction contracts for school heating plants. Also noted are ball games, court matters, and the Cedar River rise after heavy rains with multiple residents traveling or visiting during the period.

Water loo Tank and Silo Company Starts Strong in Waterloo

J P Powers manages Water loo Tank and Silo Co with a new plant on West Parl avenue. Oregon fur used for silos arrives from the Pacific coast and iron frames are produced locally. Two carloads of silos shipped in knocked down form to Eldora and to be erected on farms with guaranteed satisfaction. The venture aims at economical farm buildings amid rising land prices and winter food shortages, gaining favorable farmer testimonials.

Waterloo Waterloo,Tank & Silo Company J. Pf.powers West Parl Avenue Oregon Pacific Coast al- Taady Powers Eldora Yarad Armey

Woodruff Partners Sell Half Interest in Undertaking Firm

George A. Carson of Ainsworth acquires a half interest in A. D. A Woodruff & Co undertakers on West Fourth Street. Carson, already in the business in Ainsworth, will bring improvements and add framing services. His wife will assist, and the fourth floor rooms in the Syndicate building are being prepared for occupancy by Dr. Sumner and Dr. Taylor, with office arrangements mapping to Bridge Street and Henderson drug store.

Board ‘of Supervisors Kettla Galvation Army Onde Fox Beorla Ito West Fourth George A. Carson Ainsworth Woodruff & Go Carsom Carson Syndicate Br. T. G. Taylor Henderson Drug Store G. Mr. Sumner Belt Bridge Street

Market Gossip Wheat Opened Steady Then Slid

Chicago reports July market gossip with wheat opening steady and higher on light offerings. Later selling muted gains as inquiries faded. Corn steady. oats and livestock mixed amid cash grain activity and export delays. World wheat shipments seen delayed versus last year.

Chicago Miller & Co Logan & Bryan

Grain and Livestock Prices Reported for Chicago Market

The Chicago cash grain and livestock market reports receipts of hogs around 45 000, cattle 28 000, and sheep 28 000. Hogs opened slow and about 10 cents lower with mixed and butcher prices ranging from 6 15 to 6 75. Cattle opened 5 to 10 cents higher and closed 10 to 15 cents higher while the sheep market opened 10 cents lower and closed weak.

Chicago

New York Stock Market Prices Today at 1 PM

New York stock market figures for July 20 show varied results across major names. Amalgamated Copper and Chesapeake and Ohio posted notable quotes while American Locomotive American Smelting and New York Central traded near prior levels.

New York Stock Exchange Atchison Ceeesee BO Amalgamated Copper Wees Anaconda Aeeaee Hoy American Smelter Baltimore and Ohio Brooklyn Rapid Transit Canadian Pacific Chesapeake and Ohio Colorado Fuel and Iron Erie Hinols Central Louisville and

Thorned Market Slows as Waterloo Market Quiets

Waterloo July 20 The local horse trade shows little awakening with demand weakened by country business conditions. Dealers expect a fair opening for handy farm chunks and anticipate higher prices as the market opens. Prices at Monday's start reflect last week, with stronger demand for heavy and fancy drivers amid ample supply.

Waterloo Thorn Handy Farm

Market report on dairy eggs and live stock trends

The report notes firmer butter and eggs with expectations of higher prices, mixed grain futures and steady flour, strong cattle demand yet weak overall market conditions, scarce beef and veal, lower hog receipts and weaker prices, and firm poultry prices. Hides and calf hides are reported with varied grades and thin supplies continuing.

Sutter Dairy Vieesseense B. S G. S

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