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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Reporter

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1907

Page

6

Storm divorce petition cites wife assault and property destruction

The divorce action of Charles Storm against Mrs. Storm alleges years of cruelty including physical blows, destruction of furniture, and pulling a picture from its frame. He claims he endured harsh treatment while she pursued separation and caused financial losses during the searches for her. The couple wed in Cedar Falls on June 26, 1900 and have a daughter in plaintiff's custody. The defendant denies most allegations, stating they were married and that he was patient and loving.

Em“oe Storm Charles Storm Wee Mra. Storm Cedar, Falls Plains Ulatabe Cascaden

Waterloo couple wed in Cedar Rapids nuptials

Miss Edna Genevieve Foote and Oliver Edgar Welsh married Wednesday evening at the bride’s parents home in Cedar Rapids. The ceremony followed a simple joyful ritual with Rev. John Arthur officiating and guests from Waterloo and Chicago. After a three course dinner, the couple will reside with the bride’s parents until August.

Waterloo Cedar Rapids Edna. Geneviers Foote Oliver Edgir Welsh Lou Foote Bappitesa Nupdata Edna Genevieve Foote Oliver Edgar Welsh L. G. Foote North Eleventh Street Mre Foote Potenta Mire W. J. Maxwell Liberty Paul Ken Eang Carrie Jacobs Bond John Arthur Grace Epiacopa Mra. Welsh East Welsh Thin City Philadelphia Rock Island Max J. F. Foster Chicago T. C. Baseatt Dlr. Gould Rhea West St. Verfon

Divorce Plea Dismissal Sought Amid Sentences and Tribulations

Raymond argues for dismissal of the petition for divorce and seeks the sustenance of the Guild amid a tangled row of intelicities and tribulations. The court continues to weigh the case as the parties discuss terms and settlements.

Falls

New Tile Floor Laid in Russell Lamson Block Entrance

The Russell Lamson Block at Commercial Street opened today after days of closure for a new tile floor in the lobby and repairs to the Libby Bros cigar store entrance. The lobby shows white tile with blue border and the words Russell Lamson Block. elevator power will switch from steam to electricity with a 20 horsepower motor, costing about 2560 dollars.

Russell‘Lamson Libby Bros Cigar Store West Fourth Street Russell-Lam Tricity

Cargill Wounded In Hospital Hit Faces Worsening Condition

Harry Cargill, hospitalized after a Presbyterian shooting, is reported to be growing worse with complications developing and recovery uncertain. Julian Alva, alleged shooter, remains in the county jail and appears troubled by Cargill’s condition.

Harry Cargill Presbyterian Hospital Julian Alva Cargill

Electric Bitters Credited By Cedar Grove Reader

A Cedar Grove reader reports recovery from liver and kidney trouble after using Electric Bitters. The letter claims health improved after three bottles, praising the remedy sold by Wangler & Co. Drugists at 50 cents. Also noted are mentions of Mr and Mrs George Smelzer and Simmons Johnson returning from a Minnesota trip with local business references in Waterloo.

Geo. H. Parris Cedar Grove Wangler Dros George Smelzer Simmons Johnson Laporte Minnesota Waterloo Joseph of the Leavitt & Johnson Trust McLaughtin Pany

Owa League Honors President Election Gearing Up

Funeral of Lt Peckham halted Iowa State league games with only Burlington playing as yesterday’s schedule was postponed. Vice President Justus of Keokuk to preside until July meeting when Norton of Burlington may seek presidency amid talk of J C Williams of Oskaloosa as another candidate noted for interest and knowledge of baseball.

Peckham Marshalltown Burlington Teague Justus

Young Bride Seeks Divorce After Four Days of Marriage

Theresa Costello, eighteen, married to Joseph E. Batten, twenty three, in Jesup last Saturday, seeks a divorce claiming she was too young to grasp the seriousness of the contract. She says the union proved a mistake and that she did not love her husband enough to live with him, with no material allegations of fault. She consulted county officials but no decree is promised. the matter now proceeds in court.

Weddell Jovett Batten Trig Theresa Costello Anj Waitregs Joseph FE. Batten Jesup

Dubuque Parade Draws Big G A R Turnout in June

In Dubuque on June 18 the city welcomed a large G A R gathering with banners and a parade. Hon. J. F. Lacey Senator Allison Governor Cummins and Geo D Perkins attended as veterans honored by the Woman's Relief Corps and Sons of Veterans. Officials announced plans for a formal meeting and tributes to past leaders and comrades.

Lotzel Oley J. F. Lacey Oaki Hagen Wm. B. Allison Dubuqie Moa Geo. D. Perkins Sioux City Cummins Woman's Belief Corps G. AR. Sons of Veterans United Spanish War Veterqua G. Av BR Oficer David J. Palmer Washington Ben Dubuque Julien Hotel Department of Jawa G Woman’s Relief Corps G. A. New- Tim C. A. Clark Cedar Rapids Rathbun Marion Clark Iowa Jennie Wade Co. S. James Centerville Opera ‘House Geo. D.perkins Sioux’ City Alfteen Honi D.J. B. Henderson A. L. Chetlain Onier Geo. D. Berking Allison J. F. ‘Lacey

Perkins addresses campfire amid Iowa senatorial talk

Dubuque Iowa June 13 Special George D Perkins urged patriotism at a campfire address declining interview but asserting Iowa needs strong war leadership. Governor Cummins and Lieutenant Governor Garst arrived and hinted Roosevelt should run again. Both likely to join the field and speak tonight. Gold medal presented to Helen Mathews for a patriotic high school oration.

Dubuque Iowa George’ D. Perkins Allison i Cummins Garat Cumminsn Roosevelt Garst Atate W.R. C Moraing Misa Helen Mathews Mathewa

Dairymen Picnic Set for June in This City

Hardin area dairy farmers and neighboring districts plan a June 20 picnic in the city. The event, organized by the commercial club, promises lunch baskets and sociability with several noted speakers including Prof. G. L. McKay Ames College W. E. Sinish and S. B. Shilling. Activities will feature sports, music, and formal addresses by dairy leaders.

Wit Dicymen Hardin Ins Commercial Club G. L. McKay The Ames College 8. B. Shilling Chicago National Dairy Association Beniden Iowa Falls

Remarkable Rescue Demonstrates New Discovery

In Fedora Tennessee C Pepper recounts bleeding in the lungs and throat that ceased after using Dr King s New Discovery. He credits instant relief from coughing and rapid cessation of bleeding, returning to work in three weeks. Wangler Bros drug store sells bottles for 500 and 1 00 with a trial bottle free.

Latte Fedora Tenn C. ¥. Pepper Dr. King Wangler Bros

Arrah Wanna Boat Launch By Baum Family At Cedar

Al Baum and son Claude launch their new craft Arrah Wanna on Cedar Thursday afternoon. Built by Mr Baum noted for practical construction in Waterloo the home made boat uses steel and a four bore power engine. It seats fifteen and has removable seats and a removable floor for easy cleaning plus a canvas cover for rain and sun protection.

al Baum Claude Cedar Baum Waterloo

John Robinson Circus Receives Universal Clean Show Verdict

The Robinach e show drew praise as a clean performance with no skin games, the police reported no arrests, and workers behaved orderly in the city. The circus moved to Manchester today and Cedar Rapids tomorrow as newsboys boosted crowd enthusiasm with an evening parade.

John Robinson Manchester Cedar Rapias

Card From Son Of Man Who Passed Here Under Alias

Nadig in Appreciative Chief Sweitzer receives a card from F. H. Nadig, son of the man once known as Pater Isenhower who lived here and twice tried to take his own life. The message cites Stockton Alabama dated June 8 and thanks for assistance in locating the father at Armstrong.

Sweitzer F. H. Nadig Pater Isenhower

Waterloo visitors and locals listed in passing notices

A long list of social notices from Waterloo and nearby towns records residents visiting relatives, traveling for work, or attending events in the area. Names include Hal Goodwin, Jarvis, F. B. Switser, Mrs. Lichty, Maryball Barge, M. F. Hogan, Mrs. Gingrich, Mrs. Bailey, B. J. Johnson, William Bath, Clint Triem, Isaac Hoomhower, H. Pfaff, Fred Perigo, James Holmes, Miss Margaret Gaemr, and others along with brief notes on trips to Des Moines, Guthrie Center, and Kansas City area. Also mentions Barber Phantom company official GC Carpenter and local officials, plus a note on court-house roof repairs and fresco damage.

Hal Goodwin Laporte Waterloo Get Jarvis F. B Switser Muscaton W. G. Smith A. N. Lichty Elma Maryball Barge M. F. Hogan Des ]Moines C. Gingrich Roy Bailey Yeaterday B. J. Johnson Guus Vic Madison Wis Mare B. F. Burton H.W. Grout Guthrie Center Des Moines Rebinger Independence William Bath la Porte Clint Triem Isaac Hoomhower H. 1 Pfaff Platte Fred Perigo Sixth Street James Holmes Colorado Springs Nise Anos Kessler Greene Camc Margaret Gaemr

Death Visits Ogden Home Kenneth Ogden Dies at 6

Friends of Mr and Mrs Charles Ogden mourn the death of their son Kenneth Ogden aged 6 years 10 months who died at the Minneapolis home on June 12 1807 of acute peritonitis. The body arrived in Waterloo this morning. Funeral from B J Rodamer home 727 South Street Friday at 2 36 p m conducted by Rev Walter H Rolling of the First Congregational Church. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery. The Ogden family formerly lived in Waterloo Mr Ogden was employed in Carpenter's store. They left Waterloo about four years ago. Mrs Ogden was formerly Miss Mabel How Jer of this city. Kenneth was born in Des Moines on August 16 1900.

Charles Ogden Learm Littie Kenneth Ogden Theamily Minneapolis Waterloo B. J Elmwood Cemetery Carpenter's Mabel How Jer Dew Moines

Freeport Nickelodeon to Open by J McClinton

J McClinton who started the Dreamland theatre in Waterloo is set to open a nickelodeon in Freeport Illinois. Dispatches say he has long pursued the business, came to Waterloo from Bucyrne Ohio, and later partnered with W McIntosh in the Oclwein nickelodeon. He has disposed of bid interest in both venues and just returned from a trip to Ohio.

J. McClinton Dreamland Theatre Waterloo Freeport McClinton Bucyrne Ohio Nickel Theatre 4. W. McIntosh Oclwein Nickelodeon

Electric Park Oping June 17 Opening Monday at 2 PM

With warm weather forecast, the new Electric Park will be finished in two days and ready to open Monday June 17 at 2 00 PM. Weather caused delays but Johnson and Nichols expect a sure opening. The sheriff will oversee ground preparation and has sworn in men for the work. The park will feature twelve hundred electric lights and Supt. Charles Elliott will host a six o'clock dinner for county spelling contest contestants next Friday. Over forty participants are expected.

G. Bulutes Wodm Ackley Dunkerton Theodore Roosevelt United States Althouss Hirtland Johnson and Nichols Supt Chas. Elliott

Hog and cattle receipts and market notes from Chicago June

The Chicago market report lists estimated hog, cattle, and sheep receipts for today with a five cent lower hog open. Hog classes show mixed, rough and heavy declines with later activity. Cattle opened steady to admixed, sheep opened weak with a weak close. New York stock prices, market quotes for copper, steel and railroads are noted for June 13. Prices for grains, butter, poultry, and farm goods are listed for Waterloo market and surrounding regions.

Caicago New York Stock Exchange Amalgamated Copper Anasonda American Smpiter Brooklyn Rapid Transit Canadian Pacific Colorado Fuel and Iron Bho Eigepeenenesetsse Loulaville Nanbvilla Tebe Pennsylvania Y Encencensas Reamine Oss Rock Island Southern Pacifia Southern Railway United States Steel Commmen Amerlcgn

Pleads For Her Bon Interprets Denver Move

Mrs. Thomas, deserted by her husband years ago in Waterloo, is in Denver seeking custody of her four year old son. She left the child with Mrs. Anderson on Adame street and now wishes to take him to join her daughter in the west. Anderson cannot keep the boy without legal adoption, while Landlord Carpenter and others express interest in adopting him.

Thomas Waterloo Denver Colorado

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