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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1929
Page
6
Nashua April 1 Special James Swinton farmer near here had a stroke two weeks ago and is slightly improved Mrs Swinton is confined to her room by rheumatism.
The Far district American Legion convention will be held in Traer on Friday May 10 with afternoon and evening sessions. State officers are to speak and about 200 delegates from Fifth district posts are expected to attend. Special entertainment features have been planned for the event.
La Porte Iowa April 1 union services closed the week in the Evangelical church. Three pastors spoke on The Seven Last Words of the Cross. Easter services held in morning at each church. Woman's Home Missionary Society to meet Thursday in church social rooms with a draconess playlet. Jubilee meeting plans and collection for jubilee offering. Mrs. Bolte Mrs. Robert and Mrs. Lehman attended White Shrine banquet in Cedar Falls. High school girls invite mothers to tea Friday 4 to 5 at O E Kober home.
Tama county alumni of State college have organized a permanent county association with H. K. Bennet as president and Mrs. Z R Mills as secretary treasurer. Bennet heads the Treer schools, while Mills is wife of the Tama county farm bureau agent.
April 1 notice that John Birch will discontinue his battery station on South Frederick avenue after years of work. Joe Murphy will move his auto parts shop from First Street SE to occupy the space. Fred Vargason breaks a hand in a shredder accident but is expected to recover. Captain W J Miehe and daughter planned China visit then San Francisco and New York before returning to Oelwein in June. Viola Ritter sent to West Union for a term in Rockwell City reform school. Charles Pelkey visited Rochester, Minn., for his brother’s operation. Newly elected officers of the Women’s Catholic Order of Foresters listed with titles and Cedar Rapids convention plans.
Marble Rock April 1 Mrs Ralph Wilson hosted the Bridge club at Main street for a 1 o'clock luncheon. Outside members included Mrs Percy Ward Mason City Mrs Herman Hoger Charles City Mrs Al bet h Gates Mrs A J Ackley and Mrs Forest Ackley Marble Rock. Favors were won by Mrs Mare Steudt and Mrs R BE Ries. Mrs Silas Mexson returned from Liscomb where her son Ivan superintendent of schools was ill but not improved. Mrs L N Wilson is a patient at Allen Memorial hospital Waterloo and Mr C A Wilson has returned from the same institution.
Geneseo high school students enjoyed a Friday evening birthday anniversary party at the Ernie Nations home. The Ladies Aid society was similarly entertained last week at the home of Mrs. Pansy Peters.
Alison Indiana April 1 Mrs Z Elliott age 76 died at her Allison home Saturday after a prolonged illness dating from Thanksgiving. She was a longtime Allison resident. Survived by two sons Kent Cardinal Grand Meadow Minnesota and Jake Cardinal Allison and one daughter Ina Wheeler Isle Minnesota. Funeral services were held at the home this afternoon with burial in Allison Cemetery.
Nashua Iowa April 1 Fred Jergens of Stanley Indiana died after coming to help care for his father in law Elmer Potter who died of pneumonia contracted while caring for him. Jergens born November 15 1893 in Tripoli later lived in Fairbank and Waterloo. He married Genesee Bray in Waterloo seven years ago and is survived by two children Alice and Grace, a brother John in Fresno California and Lloyd Bass of Fairbank. Burial expected locally pending word from California.
The M E church Sunday school presented the cantata The Glory of the Cross in the Fredericksburg auditorium last evening. The Baptist congregation was invited to attend. An Easter bouquet of calla lilies carnations and ferns was sent to Miss Ellen Russell from Richmond relatives. Mr and Mrs R L Sherfelt are parents of a daughter born March 28.
Seven and eighth grade pupils of Plainfield school will present two three act plays this evening at Legion hall. The entertainment is promoted to the Plainfield Parent-Teacher association. Lloyd Halleck of Waterloo resumed duties as municipal traffic officer today.
A pageant of the resurrection titled Life Immortal was presented at the Greene Presbyterian church Sunday evening by a cast of 32 people. Eber Wilder, Greene night marshal and Mercy Hospital patient, is doing well and being treated for Gall duct infection.
Easter Sunday brought snow and sleet with a northeast wind to Cedar Falls. About 300 attended the Riverview park fish church service, delayed to 6:30 pm and lasting 30 minutes, marking the first such gathering at Riverview on Foster since 192%. Churches held 7:30 am services with baptisms and new member receptions. Evening programs featured a 30-piece Sunday school orchestra, cantatas, and a Wesleyan Foundation presentation. Cedar Falls officials begin new terms as council and mayor meet for organization and reviews.
Sheriff Saddler and city police raided the home of Mike Reetz on West Clark street arresting Reetz for drinking and rioting. Max Spencer and Sylvia Frieberg paid fines after hearings. A half pint of alcohol and a 10 gallon jar of home brew were found. Adultery charges against Mrs. Spencer were dropped after costs. All involved lodged in jail. Plans noted for Des Moines Religious Education convention by Rev. J Arthur Young with vesost service next Sunday.
The Orchesis society of the State Teachers college Cedar Falls will stage its fourth annual dance recital in the auditorium under the women’s physical training faculty supervision. The program features a varied dance lineup and marks a highlight of college entertainments. Mountain ranges on the moon vary from 1,000 to 10,000 feet in height.
A Gretna Louisiana housekeeper says Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restored strength after she became almost unable to walk She reports using the product along with herb medicines and laxatives as a tonic enabling her to work again providing a strong personal testimonial from Mrs E F Wicknair 1829 Hancock Street Gretna La.
Advertisement promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as the standard antacid for indigestion. It claims excess stomach acid is neutralized instantly by a single spoonful in water and urges readers to buy the genuine product at drugstores. It notes the product has been U S registered trade mark since 1875 and priced 25 and 30 cents.
Laverman's promotes MELLO GLO Face Powder claiming it hides large pores lasts longer spreads smoothly and gives a pure irritation free finish. The copy touts a new French process for a youthful bloom and reduced shine.
An old advertisement promotes McCoy's Tablets claiming to add flesh and improve appearance. It promises a money back ironclad guarantee after four sixty cent boxes or two one dollar boxes if a thin person does not gain at least five pounds and feel better. The ad cites druggists like Robert Drug Co and G. J. Miller as distributors.
An old style ad claims Cystex cures up nights with bladder weakness backache and burning. It urges a 48 hour trial at 60 cents with money back if not improved. Available at Robert Drug Co 621 Sycamore Street.
Simple glycerin and herbal ingredients claim to ease gas and constipation within four minutes by acting on both stomach and lower bowel. The ad touts rapid relief after meals and urges purchase at druggists, mentioning Robert Drug Co. and C. J. Miller.
Konjola is a modern medicine made of 32 ingredients including root and herb juices. It claims to remove toxins, aid inner organs, and suit all ages. A mother from Waterloo praises its effects on her underweight children who gained weight and improved appetite. The Konjola Man at Wangler Bros. drug store promotes the product daily.
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