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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1907
Page
8
W. W. Lochead died at his home after a ten day illness, ending a brief wedding period. The 20 year old son of Mr and Mrs John Lochona, early settlers, passed away around 9 10 last night. The ceremony and funeral details were reported as part of local notices in the period.
In a week marked by sorrow four long-time residents are mourned. William Yates, attendance at the Methodist church in Walon. George M. Jameson, 79, died in Marathon, Iowa, and was buried in Vinton after thirty years with a local hardware firm. Abbie Bammtt Warom’s funeral was held at the Methodist church. Miss Lyde May Lochend's fiancé Arch Loch died. their wedding plans were halted as both families mourn the tragedy. Funeral services for the deceased were held, with communities recalling their prominence and ties to the area.
Anton W Seefried was jailed in Allen Iowa on a horn stealing charge after allegedly taking a farmer Kromer's team. He traveled from near Ackley to New Hartford then to Kelsay for breakfast before heading toward Criteman's place. The grand jury will convene to investigate. Seefried had claimed to have bought the team and had not concealed his movements, suggesting possible unbalance. A separate note reports Walter O Lamb selling his Dunkerton merchandise store to George A Cummings with stock valued around 3500 dollars.
Violent protest during the street railway walkout erupted Tuesday night as a person hurled a half-pound rock at a moving Independence avenue car near Lane street. Motorman Clay was targeted but the rock narrowly missed passengers. Conductor Mark Jonex seized the stone and it is now at the police station. Union leaders deny responsibility, blaming possible sympathizers, and emphasize a peaceful protest while demanding regular pay days and fair treatment. Police and company officials guarded cars at the barn. no mass disturbance occurred despite fears of unrest.
Two Denver deaths report long residence in Maxfield township Bremer county and later move to Denver. Obituaries describe survivors including wife and children, church membership and a funeral at 2:00 from the Fasse home to Denver cemetery. Also noted is the death of seven month old Ernst Seegers after bronchial illness. funeral services set for Thursday at 1:00 with Rev Kritn officiating.
James Carter of Shell Rock has drawn plans for a modern residence covering 36 by 48 feet with premium woods and an estimated cost of 12000 dollars. Waterloo contractors will soon receive bids, marking the project as the town’s finest home effort. Le Van Vleck sold lots in East Park Place to Solon Thomas and James Mession last week, with both buyers planning new houses on their parcels.
A wandering darker man spent the night in Charles City and wore Jim Cullen's clothes. Sheriff Schermerhorn released the old outfit to him, and the impersonator paraded the street, prompting caution about identity and the adage that clothes do not make the man. The piece notes millinery updates at Handsaker millinery with new glass window display for the season.
Hudson rural carrier Richard Smith, on Rural Route No. 1, died after a Chicago bound train struck his truck near Tide City. He was found by a passerby and removed to Voorhees depot. O Keefe and Towte of Waterloo were summoned to recover the body.
The city council on Monday night declined the municipal ownership proposal for the water works plant and granted a new franchise to the existing water works company whose franchise had expired months ago. A large petition of local businessmen urged killing the municipal plan citing expense and mismanagement. Additionally Iblings & Co. rented the Woods millinery space on Commercial Street and will move in temporarily as renovations proceed in the Russell H Lamson block.
Des Moines dispatch reports five day adjournment ends as Senate debates concurrent resolution for final adjournment March 28. Subcommittee advances tax and railroad measures including demurrage reforms and weed destruction, with potential committee bills. Suffragists push for constitutional amendment with mixed house support. Insurance and fraternal society measures move through, while railroad telegraph operator examination and freight rate discussions unfold. Senate tackles cruelty to animals and incorporation procedures amid adjournment chatter.
Mainesy contends move to send the state marshal bill to the Senate Appropriations Committee is a delay tactic as Senator Dunham warns the bill carries an appropriation. Marshal and McManus shipping bills cited amid political maneuvering. House action later includes desertion penalties and board of supervisors warrant provisions.
A courtroom dispute centers on a case titled Ming a Case on trial with Dred and a claim of fifty dollars. The proceeding involves plaintiff and defendant named in a historic docket. A judge presides as attorneys present evidence and arguments seeking a ruling on liability and damages.
Jury awarded damages in a contract dispute over a $600 lot sale with Veath settlement issues and related injuries case. Separately Joseph McCloune filed warranty deeds in Wasson s addition to La Porte for about $25 000 to secure John McCleane estate property. A deed conveyed John B Bl wood property to the Waterloo Opera House company for 7000 at East Fork avenue near Lafayette street.
Reported passing day by day details from Waterloo include a judge’s pickup, Milas Trainor of Waterloo in shorthand work, a marriage license granted to Guy Eutsas and Mabel Heyes, and a man named Jobs Fommer recovering from surgery. James Blackbox returned from travel. Quam millinery to open with new fixtures. revival meetings near the Fith school house concluded with a farewell party for Mr. and Mrs. Quinn as they move to St. Paul.
Des Moines report says a Chickasaw committee member Clary is absent delaying the postsevent hearing at 2 00 pm today. Chairman Meredith and lawyers push postponement to keep Clary from missing the session.
Roy Welch aged 15 awaits preliminary hearing on breaking and entering at Jute sealed Bierchandlee car in the Central freight yards. Special Agent Sinpown nabbed him about 1:00 a.m. Tuesday after a confession to tampering with a box car. Officers recovered 22 shirts, 18 capes, cigars, candy, pencils, coal, leather shoes and more from Mrs. Mattle Wood's Barclay Street home. County Attorney Moora to prosecute. Welch recently moved from McGregor to Waterloo to live with his mother.
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