Rumor of Major Rail Improvements and Union Depot Plans
A Chicago rumor says Minnis Central plans a car wheel foundry here to support repairs and freight car building as the line near Sioux Falls expands. Also considered is a new depot at either the riverfront site or Cedar Valley Manufacturing grounds to serve Chicago Great Western and Illinois Central, with riverfront improvements and riprap to protect the bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Minnis Central Road
Sioux Falls
Beaides
River Front
Cedar Valley Manufacturing Company
Chicago Great Western
Diinois Central
Hest
Central
Great Western
Water Company
East Third Street
Illinois Central
South Dakota
Watertown
North Dakota
Canada
Watertoo
Street Car Men Get Raise and Expanded Crews
Waterloo Cedar Falls and Northern railway announces a new wage scale for conductors and motormen on interurban and city lines in Waterloo and Cedar Falls. Denver crew to $45 monthly, Cedar Falls interurban $42.69, Waterloo locals $40, Cedar Falls locals $41. Ten hours form a day with overtime at 14 cents on Denver and Cedar Falls lines and 33 cents on locals. At present eight crews, usually six extra in summer, will be expanded to at least a dozen. Officials say raises aim to attract better staff and improve service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Cedar Falls
Denver
New Rockwell City Hotel Bid Wins at $24,668
The Rockwell City project rounds to a $30,000 brick hotel by Des Moines insurer American Life. George PT Seales of Waterloo won the contract as the lowest bidder at $24,668, amid six bids. Initial funding started at $25,000 and rose to $40,000 with increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwell City
George PT. Scales
Waterloo
American Life Insurance Company
Des Moines
Seales
Brower
Death notices of Goldie Hampton and Alexander Litchfield
Goldie Hampton formerly Miss Goldie Hampton of Waterloo died in Kansas City at 1 30 PM Saturday. She was married recently to Frans Kubick or Kubicheck and left a note about her nuptials. Alexander Litchfield of 702 Jefferson Street died Monday night after a long illness. He was born in England on August 1 1870 and had lived in Waterloo and Kansas City. Funeral services will be held Thursday at St Mark's church with burial in Waterloo cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Kubicheck
Goldie Hampton
Waterloo
Kansas City
Missouri City
Herdeath
Gill
Cowan
Colorado
Alexander Litchford
Jefferson Street
Bright
Holling
Kent
England
Litchford
Rev. Platt
St.Mark’s Church
Waterloo Cemetery
Asked to Be Locked Up by Fearful Man
Ghos P Kenna went to the police station at 5 30 AM asking to be locked in a cage to prevent harm. He had been blacklisted at his own request and a patrol wagon rushed to the west side after a mistaken hurry call about a family quarrel. Marshal Sweitzer’s monthly arrest tally shows 74 people taken into custody for various offenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ghos. P
Court Airs Divorce Plea for John Urbanek
John Urbanek asks divorce from Zetta May Urbanek citing strenuous conduct and drunkenness. He states they married at Marshalltown on October 20 1905 and lived together until March 21 1906 when she became vicious and he left. E J Wenner represents plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Urbanek
Zetta May Urbanek
Waterlas
Marshalltown
E. J. Wenner
Plaintiff
Sunderlin Petitions Divorce for Cruel Treatment
Frank A. Sunderlin filed for divorce from Lola Sunderlin on cruelty and inhuman treatment. He cites eight years as resident of Waterloo and Mt. Vernon townships, notes marriage at Fairplay Wisconsin on April 8 1897, and separation on December 10 1905. J C Murtagh represents the plaintiff. Florence Van Arvum was hospitalized after appendicitis and underwent surgery. her condition is improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank A. Sunderlin
Lola &. Sunderlin
Waterloo
Mt. Vernon Townships
Fairplay
Wis
J.C. Murtagh
Florence van Arvum
Presbyterian Hospital
Cummins Campaign Faces Decline in Key Iowa Counties
Des Moines reports the Cummins drive for governor in 1901 appears to wane as Perkins gains in crucial counties like Madison, Ringgold, Taylor and Bremer. Delegates for Cummins remain short of the 821 needed, with early conventions showing shifts toward Perkins and revelations of campaign deception and state-house lobbying machinery in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Cumming
Perkins
Gummins
Te Cummins
Madison
Ringgold
Taylor
Bremer
antiCummins
Geo. D. Perkins
Cummins
Cedar Rapids
Aleady
Uvere
Cummins Maschine
Hamatin Cummins
Payette County
Cumming Press
Gunthing
Jasper County
State House Gang
Dr King’s New Life Pills Advertises Cure All Poisons
Blood poisoning linked to chronic constipation is claimed to be quickly cured by Dr King’s New Life Pills. The ad promises removal of poisonous germs, renewed vigor, relief from sour stomach nausea headache and colic, with no sniping or discomfort. 25 cents guaranteed by Wangler Bros. & Todd druggists.
Bennington notices progress of Mrs Kurtt Sr in hospital care
The Bennington column reports Mrs John Kurtt Sr recovering after surgery with thanks to Dr Manus and hospital staff. It notes local activities including farmers selling cattle and hogs, plans to visit Germany, and a critique of a nurse’s conduct during a pastor’s visit to a patient.
Waterloo eyed as future Chicago Anamosa Northwestern line
Bonds reportedly sold to back a Waterloo extension of the Chicago Anamosa Northwestern Railway. Officials surveyed land inside the city for a right of way, with capitalists ready to fund the project to avoid local taxes. The plan envisions routing along the river below Fifth Street, possibly making Waterloo a terminal. Mr and Mrs Phillips and daughters have returned home to Charles City after visiting relatives at 620 West Worth street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Chicago
Anamosa
Northwestern
Coggon
M. B. Locke
Agarehel
Fifth Street
Tourse Wl
Ax Mia. Phillips
West Wirth Street
Charles Clery
Pem Banton Fatally Hurt In Panama Canal Zone Accident
Pem Banton of Waterloo was severely injured on April 17 in the Panama Canal Zone while helping place a derailed locomotive back on track at Gorgona. His back was broken and spinal cord damaged, likely leaving him unable to walk. he is 30, with a wife and three children visiting relatives in Minneapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pem, Banton
Waterloo
Gorgona
Canal Zone
Panama
Banton
Illinois Central
Panam
Watertoo
Far South
Mr. Banton
Minneapolis
Pem. Banton
Clif, Banton
George E. Epworth
Bert
Yankton
S. D
Dakota
Frank Doty
Frank W. Doty
Tllinols Central
Culebra
Pem
Colon
May Music Festival Features Stock Conducted Concerts
The May Music Festival presents three concerts led by Frederick Stock with the Thomas orchestra and renowned soloists. May 16 offers orchestral pieces and solos by Grace Munson and Herbert Witherspoon. May 17 features a symphonic program with Dr. N J Eisenheimer Bruno Steindel and Leopold Kramer, plus Mendelssohn's oratorio of St Paul by the choral society. Rail rates apply for Cedar Falls travelers. ticket prices range for single, two, or full course. Reservations and outlets listed in Cedar Falls Iowa notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Orchestra
Frederick Stock
Grace Munson
Herbert Witherspoon
N. J. Eisenheimer
Bruno Steindel
Leopold Kramer
St. Paul
Mendelssohn
Choral Society of the Normal
Charlotte Maconda
Grace Mungon
Glenn Hall
Cedar Falls
C. P. Colgrave
Iowa
Waterloo
Munger
Smith & Nixon
Town News Bits From April Socials And Travel
April reports highlight several residents in town: Bred Elfers of Steamboat Rock visited with his daughter, E. Flickinger returned from North Dakota, Miss Converse from Chicago visits sister Mrs. C. F. Gange, and Jesse Stewart left for Popejoy after work with A. L. Starr. Various locals convalesce or travel, with Mrs. Henry seeking treatment in Calex and Mrs. Greely headed to Waterloo for an operation. Weather remains favorable for outdoor work as gardens begin to grow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bred Elfers
Steamboat Rock
E. Flickinger
North Dakota
Miss Converse
Chicago
C. F. Gange
Jesse Stewart
A. L. Starr
Popejoy
Hans J. Knudson
Dike
Our City
Russell Blough
Louis Struble
M. L. Boyd
Clarion
J. C. Mack
Boyd
Walter Heal
G. B. Strayer
Alberta
Qganada
Or. J. Wood
C. W. Bedford
Will
Geo. Glenny
Hudson
Waterloo
Rebecca Henry
Calefax
McMoran
Will Greely
S. B. Gillen
Mattie Gillin Hoff
BUNKERTON Apr 30 community notes and obituaries
Local items report Jon Haldiman and A L Ortner helping Albert Schmitt with fences, steers sold, and seven carloads shipped. Des Moines Nursery Co delivered trees. Waterloo business college gave county schools state maps. Obituary for Caroline Bury born 1836 died Apr 25 1906 in Montgomery Co Indiana. Services by Rev McLaughlin. burial at Fairbank. Other briefs on visits, plantings, road work, and May planting season.
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Jon Haldiman
A. L. Ortner
Albert Schmitt
Andrey Ortner
Tormmy Lenigan
Des Moines Nursery Co
Waterloo Business College
F.M. Schmitt
Dave Heeple
Caroline
William
Parmilin Bury
Montgomery County
Indiana
Samuel Fidment
Warren
N. Y
John J
Eliza E
Ia Hahn
Nora
New York
McLaughlin
Fairbank
C. J. Smith
Cedar Falls
Mary Belo
Rens
Mamie Batts
Henry Kosster
Dubuque
Ed. Hess
Will Megee
Otto Bubner
August Schmitt
South Dakota
Wedding at Independence Unites Miss Edna Poor and Rev Charles J Shutt
The marriage of Miss Edna Poor to Rev. Charles J Shutt was held this morning at St James Episcopal Church. Bishop Morrison conducted the service. Miss Poor, a graduate of the state normal school, is described as highly accomplished. Rev. Shutt, rector of St James for six years, is esteemed by his parishioners and city. A late note mentions W L Edwards of Raymond registering as a day student at Waterloo business college.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna Poor
Charles J. Shutt
Independence
St. James' Episcopal Church
Morrison
Miss Poor
State Normal School
Rev. Shutt
St. James
Will contest and contested divorce actions in Waterloo area
A petition seeks to set aside a will of John Blitsch Sr alleging influence and to grant life use of property to Mrs. Blitsch with annuity and liens on the Eagle township farm. Names executors and heirs include Anna Elliott Christina Walsh Elizabeth Witty and Jacob and Christopher Blitsch. Separate suit seeks divorce for Matth Randall from Arthur Randall citing desertion and neglect since 1852 marriage in Vermont. A mortgage foreclosure action Canfield Lumber Co. vs C H Brust seeks $702.62 from Laporte on a home construction loan.
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Anna Eiliott
John Blitsch Sr
Fagle Township
John Biitsch Sr
I. R. Bultsch
Christopher Blitsch
Ligeie Witty
Dena Walsh
Cherry Street
Waterloo
Eagle Township
Jacob
Christopher Blieseh
Bhalppery
Gherry Street
Anna Elliott
Christina Walah
Elizabeth. Witty
John Biltsch
Lin
Christopher Butsch
Ann Elliott
Christina Walsh
Elizabeth Witty
J. ‘J. Sullivan
Matth M. Randall
Arthur. Randall
St. Johnsbury
Vermont
Plainliff
Myers & Spies Today
Canfield Lumber Co
C. H. Brust
Laporte
Lightning Strikes Parkersburg Methodist Church
A lightning bolt at 2:80 this morning partially destroyed the Methodist church in Parkersburg. The $2,000 interior damage comes a year after a debt free dedication of the handsome $25,000 sanctuary. Severe storm brought more damage to nearby areas.
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Parkersburg
Temple of Worshp
Parkership
Severn Wid
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CAR Wheel Foundry
Union Depot
Central and
Union Station
Company
Patrona
Brick Hotel
Death Angel
Alexander Litchfield
le Mars
Chassell
E. D. Brower
Alae Dental Board of Examiners
Plymouth County
Cimmins
State Dental Board
al Manchester
Wright
Delaware Couuny
State House
Bennington
John Kurtt Sr
Manus
G. F. Matle
Tred Hein
Diekmann
John Bass
Sass
Germany
Bremen
Frank Durchdenwalt
Weterloo
Joan Kure Sv
Will Kurtt
Dunkerton
H. Welezin
Aea Kartt
Dewar
Ate
Elss
Herman Buss
Fink
Montana
Martha Pagel
John Kurtz
Kathis Katz
Grandpa Schmidt
John
Rev
P. Bredow
Herman Kats
F. Bredow
Waverly
Orphan Asylum
Bredow
Tan
Pem Banton
Deralley
Gine
Acc Cova
Pam
The
Stephen P. Hicks
Tovather
Mia
Hicks
Bunkerton
W. L. Edwards
Raymond Yustere Day
Walterloo Business College
John Blitsch
Gase
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