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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1908
Page
6
Rain and wind drenched Waterloo crowds that flocked to see Ringling's circus. Hundreds arrived by early trains from Greene and nearby towns, seeking shelter as the parade equipment remained on trains and the show could not begin. Passengers crowded depots, stores, and waiting rooms while the city faced soggy promenades and toppled umbrellas.
Des Moines reports from August 28 state the Iowa State Fair ends with a record crowd surpassing 200000, praised by President Charles Cameron as the world's greatest agricultural fair. Railroads benefited from reduced travel rates, stock and horse shows broke records, and nightly music and a big pavilion show drew strong public approval.
First Lieutenant Russell T. Hazard of the Seventh Infantry, tied to a charge of fraudulent acts and a disputed California divorce, was wholly retired from active service. Court proceedings at Fort Wayne were suspended, Hazard transferred to a hospital, then to an army retiring board for exam. He is dropped entirely from the army.
A flood in Augusta Georgia caused walls to collapse at Central Grammar School and the National Biscuit building. The Port Royal bridge underpinning washed away. Temperatures across Georgia and the Carolinas fell toward the frost point, increasing suffering for the homeless.
In New York and Connecticut a high speed pursuit unfolds as William C. Roverberg, creditor's attorney for A J O Brown Co, chases Judge Holt by auto to gain appointment of a receiver in bankruptcy proceedings. The judge tours by auto and may be in Willimantic after being sought yesterday. Fayetteville faced catastrophic flooding leaving about 3000 homeless in a Cape Fear river region.
In Los Angeles on August 2 at age 76, Mrs. Lily Woods, mother of Mrs. E. W. Gillett, inherits over a quarter of a million dollars from her nephew Charles B. Draper of Bloomington. Mrs Woods learned the news at her son-in-law A. W. Gillett’s home, former Salt Lake railroad traffic manager and now Las Vegas and Tonopah railroad traffic chief.
Lad Bonzo Smith, jailed in Waterloo, is chained to a southbound Great Western train car bound for Muskogee Oklahoma where he faces a murder charge for David Conway’s death on June 11 1908. Sheriff Ramsey accompanied by Leighton and Houston paid 100 dollars for the capture and said Taylor suspected of complicity fled Centerville.
The Grundy Center Republican reports seven surveyors for a preliminary survey of a proposed Iowa railroad from Waterloo through Dike Grundy Center Genter Bidora Ames to Boone. They are working west of town with arrivals planned, and a first segment from Eldora to Waterloo has begun. The piece notes uncertainty on which route will be used and mentions potential electric service for Grundy Center. Also, Grace Herbert and Henry Bauman were married at St. Joseph’s Catholic church on Lafayette Street with a reception and musical selections following.
John Tree, Waterloo lumberman, becomes owner of a 17.5 acre orange grove north of Orange, California. He will move his family to the new Paxton place and build a two story home, after traveling Southern California seeking a home. His friend W D Lantz praises Southern California’s appeal while Tree plans permanent settlement in Orange and Santa Ana.
Henry Heinen and wife of Jowe Salle visit Mrs Heinen's sister Mrs Sarah Poyner. Several relatives travel and visit around Jesup Waterloo Des Moines Tipton and Sanborn. Harvest festival planned Sept 4 at parsonage. threshing near done. several locals attend old settlers picnic. Mrs Brennen from Waterloo and Elzabeth Demuth host visits. many relatives travel for fairs and family reunions.
Ad. Mordhorst bought Dr. F. W. Powers 24 acre Grant township farm north of Reinbeck for 72 per acre. New city well tested and failed to yield sufficient water. will drill deeper, currently 258 feet with rock at bottom. City officials hoped for test outcomes and cleaner water. Also reports Aunt Jorusha’s mare placed second in a Davenport trot and Thaw case worries for Mrs. Thaw with bankruptcy concerns.
Nearly 100 delegates from across the state attend the annual deaf and dumb convention in Council Bluffs. President J S Long announces his resignation after urging stronger education, civil service access, and a home for aged deaf and dumb. sessions include speeches, sign language talks, and a reception. Funeral notices follow for Shelby A. Myers. invitations issued for Alma Christy Bradley and John Harland Rush marriage.
The firm received an appreciative compliment from John and Oliver Bugaving Company of Chicago for a Waterloo Farm Fence booklet. The letter, dated August 26 in Chicago, commends the printers for producing an artistic and well-executed booklet that fairly credits engraved artwork and overall quality.
Engineering corps surveys the Eldora to Grundy Center line then plans a priority route to Waterloo and Cedar Falls. Route covers Waterloo Des Moines corridor with town meetings and local tax votes approving the project. Electric operation will allow frequent local stops and better freight handling benefiting Waterloo area factories and farms.
National Chairman Mack and State Chairman Conners held talks in New York to resolve tensions between Charles Murphy of Tammany Hall and Senator Patrick H. McCarren of Kings County. Mack aims for a truce before the national election while Conners predicts Bryan will win New York by about 140000, with Chanler leading the gubernatorial race. Bryan plans speeches in St Paul Fargo Grand Forks Sioux City and Lincoln in early September.
Heavy rain, described as the heaviest known, drenched Trinidad and surrounding areas near Burlington and Waterlog. By 3:00 PM the sky was dark and windy, with forecasts of more rain likely, delaying the Burlington Waterlog game.
New York Aug 28 Chairman Mack of the Democratic National Committee works to harmonize the Murphy McCarren split by meeting with supporters and conferees to secure unity within the party.
Waterloo crowds greet Ringling Bros as 1200 performers and 676 horses arrive by train. tents rise in hours with waterproof canvases, commissary serves 1600 daily, and a bustling camp of stables kitchens and showgrounds forms. Ringling's 25th year promises new feats and a grand touring program.
News from Tokio reports the British steamer Dunearm, sailing from Hamburg, was hit by a typhoon on August 26 near Port Goto on Hinhlas island. Only two crew members survive. three died, and the ship is said to be lost with the vessel wrecked off the coast.
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