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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1925

Page

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French Finance Proposals Tarnish Crisis Debate Delayed

In Paris the parliamentary debate on Fluanes minister da Monzio's plans to ease France's tal difficulty is postponed as the finance committee weighs alternatives. A capital levy and a tax on unearned increments are among proposals. Socialists seek to stay true to doctrines while radicals push for bold action. The committee signals major changes before any floor vote, with party lines and Senate mood complicating prospects.

Associated Press Paris da Monzio Mensintasso France Capitil Levy M_Klotz Finapce Lewis Elgy Adlildsanes Millies-LaCroix Senate Finance Comtte

Safeguard American Trade in Latin America Warns Official

Washington April 3 The watchful eyes of department of commerce trade commissioners abroad reported American industries earned millions in Latin America last year Elias Klein director said legislation in one city threatened U S automobile makers by proposing only right hand drive vehicles The move would have wiped out a large market Klein said and with watchful trade officers saved American traders in 1925 predicted more cases across Latin America He warned the next year or two would decide if the United States keeps its trade position or yields to Europe He noted seven key Latin American trade centers lack U S representation

Washington,d.c Départment of Coi Ree Elias Klein Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce Department Klein Kieln al c Latin America Aaid Heian United States Europe

Marble Rock Youth Signs with Hawks

Marble Rock Indiana outfielder Glen Bower signed with the Waterloo Hawks today and will begin official practice on April 21. President AC Williford announced the contract and noted Bower’s years of experience and reputation as a solid hitter.

Glen Bower Marble Rock Waterloo Hawks A. C. Williford Bower Bermioro

Quashed Warrant Searches in Box Factory Case

United States Commissioner Beitler quashed search warrants used in the Chicago Specialty Box company raid last month and ordered return of books and papers to the box company. He kept bottles tags and other items that could aid liquor manufacture. The case, tied to Prohibition era parties, continues with May 8 set for further proceedings.

Chicago United States Beitler Todays Prohibition John P. Marly Quo Fechtner Ernest Kohn E.W. Voespel Lyman Clinton Iowa Bottling James Reilly William Strang Fulton, al Simon Jlevy California Yuiola Ions Breitler Box Company Harry Supreme Court Prohibition Department

Idaho suit seeks 356000 from Griffin and Hayward

In Cedar Rapids on an April date, the state of Idaho sues Dr C G Griffin of Vinton and J W Hayward of Omaha for 356000 claiming stock losses from a bank failure in BubI Idaho. Griffin owned 256000 in stock and Hayward was bank president. both directors face liability as stock losses are pursued by the state banking department.

International News Wire Cedar Rapids State Banking Department Griffin Hayward

Community Chest Directors Discuss Successor for Chairman

Directors and representatives of the Community Chest met at Hotel Russell Lamson to consider appointing a successor for chairman Jake Levingston. The campaign fell short of its December goal and organizers plan a drive in the coming months to secure funds for continued operation.

Community Chest Hotel Russell-Lamson Jake Levingston

Liquor Case On File In State v Parar Jury Sworn

Dust at noon today a jury was sworn to hear the evidence in the case of state against James Parar who was indicted for liquor violation. WAtinok county attorney and F W Edwards assistant state attorney prosecuted. Jeffery CG Sule livan and EJ Wenner appeared for the defendant. The jury is composed of six men and six women.

James Parar Nul

Field of Early Man Expedition Under Smithsonian Plan

Dr Ales Hirdlichka leads a six month survey funded by the Smithsonian Institution and Buffalo Society of Natural History. The expedition visits southern Asia India Siwalil Hills Java Australia and South Africa to study paleolithic implements fossils skulls and early human relatives.

Washington, D. C Ales Hirdlichka Jombo Asia Java Australia Africa Smithsonian Institution Buffalo Society of Natural History India Siwalil Hills Pithecanthropus Tlrdlicki South Africa

Sumner Gymnasium Dedication Tuesday

Dedication of Sumner High School's gymnasium drew about 1,200 attendees with Dr Earl Roadman of Wayette Iowa delivering the address. A program of drills and student music followed as part of the ceremony.

Sumer Sumner Hid School Earl A. Roadman Wayette

Chicago Subway Plan Defeated by Wide Margin in City Vote

Chicago voters rejected the municipal takeover and subway plan championed by Mayor Dever by about 100 thousand votes. The proposal would have funded 550 million dollars for street railways and a new subway with extensions, financed partly from city earnings and start-up subsidies. Local officials weigh next steps amid other transit ideas and suburban elections nearby.

Associated Press Chicago William E. Devey Dever Stark aAldermen Isane Bryanslan Oak Park

Colfax State Briefs Across Iowa Highlights and Misfortunes

Colfax pastor J F Neal accepts St Marks Brooklyn call. Gov Hammill to visit May 23 Governor's Day events. Sioux City: Wayne Graber held in jail with larceny charges and $500 in hardware stolen. Mirshilltown: Carl Christenson jailed for assault. Catron severely injured. Des Moines: Dr Charles HilHey named head of Emory Law School. Maquoketa: efforts to locate McClintock grandparents graves futile. Sioux City: estate of $150,000 left by Charles Bradford. Decorati: Mary Bigelow dies at 91 after 70 years in county. Iowa City: heart disease drive approved to combat rising deaths. Dodge: James Barton says Iowa quota is $225,000. Ames: $75,000 in bonds to finance ISU stadium. bids April 10. Adeiz: workmen find prehistoric relics near town. axes 66,000 years old. Cedar Rapids: Debts fined 300 for illegal liquor transport. Cedar Rapids: Fire Marshal notes possible incendiary origins of Arcade fire. Clinton: city population 26,303 vs 24,151 in federal census. Corrine Feeley dies after being run down. Shenandoah: Ted Lubin reports death of Charles Campbell by suicide at barn.

Colfax J. F. Neal First Methodist Episcopal Church St. Mark's Mirshilltown Carl Christenson Ed Catron Catron Christenson Des Moines Charles 3. Hilhey Drake University School of Law Law School Emory University Atlanta Maquoketa William N. McClintock Sioux City Charles H. Bradford Los Angeles Decorati Mary E. Bigelow Thia County Iowa City Iowa Iowe Clinical Medical Society Dodge James Barton the American Legion Ames Iowa State College Adeiz J. W. Gigley Smithsonian Cedar Rapids Joseph H. Debts Frowick Clinton Clinton City Ed Lind Corrine Feeley J. M. Feeley W. S. Manchester Shenandoah Ted Lubin Yorktown Charles Campbell Campbell Agor

Radio Programs Schedule Across Cities and Venues

A compiled list of Wednesday and Thursday radio programs across major stations led by WRB, WOR, WEBH, WMAQ, WLW, WEA, KOA, WCCO, WEAR, WDAF, WFAA, WLAI, and more. Entries note concerts, orchestras, bands, operas, and guest artists with times and venues such as Riviera Theatre, Fort Worth Star Telegram, and Chicago Post listings.

Atlanta Journal Blues Ainger WOR Chicago Tripuna Chicago Os Ag Jone Scoutu F. D. Ore Riviera Theatre Langdon Brothers WMAQ Chicago News aEwan WLW Cincinnati M Advertisers Club Orcheatra WEA Cleveland Woo Gan Soprang KOA Denver Wwa Detroit Volly Symphonie WAAR Fort Worth Star Telegram Pepblin WDAF Kansas City Star Senoor of the Air Passbay Old Chier WCCO Mindenpolis-St Paul Orchestra Wear Ro Tarke Opera Equiirtet Af Music Wer Jachonbetady oTehes- Tay Suante Journal Deda The Chisine Tribune Jaws Artlaty Ln LS Clawson Chicago Post Ita Sasophone Guliutet Yoush Spo Hawking Orchéatra Olf Deailers Davenport WLAI Jigeerate Haseattene Guitar Vlub RUUKN Hastings Plind Cornat Voedl iWoaw Kahtas St. Pau Near New York Backard Motor Co Wan Oma Jorchestra Ikrdka Pittsburgh Unelo Conegert Schenectady Mandatz Hadlo Digeast3 Wes

Thomas M Watts Dies At Age 86 In Waterloo

Thomas M Watts, longtime Waterloo manufacturer and business figure, died at 7 43 am at his home 27 Jefferson street after a three week illness of age related ailments. He was 86. Funeral services will be from First M E Church at 2 20 pm Friday conducted by Dr Rory Hurlburt with a prayer service at the house. Burial will be Elmwood cemetery. Watts joined the Masonic lodge early in Waterloo and traced a hard pioneer life from England to Iowa with a log cabin build in six days. He married Emma Thrower in 1867 and helped run cooperage and mill businesses before settling in Waterloo operations. He retired in 1898 and had lived at Seventh and Jefferson streets for 45 years. He attended First M E Church.

Thomas M. Watts Waterloo Jefferson Street Wirst M. D. Ebared Rory Hurlburt Drampton Elmwood Watts Masonic Lodge Norfolk County England William M.watts America Set Cleveland Garena Dubuque McGregor Elkader Clayton County Barnum Garnum Thomas Beyer Clayton James Tyers Wls Sioux Rapids Daniel & Slade T. M. Watts & Co Waterloo West Styte Beck, Nauman & Watts Co Beck & Nauman Seventh Jefferson Streets First M. J. Clutroi First M. E. Church

Bulldog Brings Up Baby Tigers Born in Circus Wagon

In Alacon Ga on April 8 three baby tigers were added to a Macon bulldog’s brood. Two previously adopted tigers were also moved up to the battle class as the newborns were separated from their mother at the winter quarters to spare their lives.

Bulldog Alacon Macon

Watts Family Obituary Fragment From Iowa Paper

The obituary note lists Mrs. Watts and family survivors including daughter Mrs S G Stevenson, Ava Watts and Lois Watts in Waterloo, and Carroll F Watts in Cedar Rapids. It records multiple deceased relatives from early years and lists brothers and sisters in several states, with addresses in Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Illinois, and elsewhere.

City Courtroom to Be Remodeled for Dual Trials

City officials will remodel the third floor courtroom at city hall to create two rooms for simultaneous trials. Work to begin once materials are purchased after council and judges conference. A partition will split the space, reducing spectator seating, and the Lafayette building’s auxiliary courtroom will be vacated with equipment moved to the new rooms in city hall.

Riana Oity Council Ruance Ons Tcom Vhi Lafayette Jetty Hall

Band Manager Chosen for Waterloo Concert Band

Arthur Webb was chosen as manager for the Waterloo concert band for the coming season at a reorganization meeting after rehearsal in the Y M C A cafeteria. N. Co, Alberta Will be secretary. Plans are underway for two summer concert series in Washington and Lincoln parks, with opening date not yet announced. S. C. Crawford is director of the band.

Arthur Webb Waterloo Y. WC. A N. CO Ali [Tana Washington Lincoln Parks S C. Crawford

Maccabees Pete Ladies Club Program in Cedar Tent Hall

Ladies of the Maccabees and wives of Sir Knights of Cedar tent No 28 will be entertained Thursday evening in Ben Hor hall. There will be readings songs instrumental numbers and a Marcanee drill team performance followed by a dance after the program.

Maccabees Pete Ladies of the Maccabees Knights of Cedar Ben Hor Hall Thera Whl Marcanee

Mortuary Notice for Mrs Magdalen Schuler in Raymond

Mrs Magdalen Schuler 63 of Raymond Va died at St Francis hospital at 6 pm yesterday after two weeks with diabetes. Born in Germany Feb 2 1862 she married John Schuler in 1880 and moved to Gilber ville Ia two years later. Survived by many children and siblings, funeral at 2 pm Friday in Raymond with Rev William Konkel officiating burial in Raymond.

Macgdalen Schuler Magdalen Schuler Raymond St. Francis Hospital Magdalen Federspiel Germany John Schuler United States Gilbertville Nicholas Me. Schuler Agnes Schuler Peter Willian Lena Welter Margaret Amphar Mary Ampnhar Ine Frank Schuler Alot Jesup Anak Matt Schuler Inde- Penence Nicholas Federspiel St. Louk Gibertville J. P Chickasaw County Minn Mia Kate Sonday William Konkel Burtal

First Cedar Valley Kennel Club Bench Show Planned Apr 24 28

The Cedar Valley Kennel Club announces its first annual bench show at the Forum building April 24 26 with an extended date to Sunday. Entries close tomorrow with a 2 entry fee and 1 extra for Thurs to Sun after which entries stop. More than 500 dogs expected, prizes totaling 750, judges include Rowland Wilson Theodore Mohrbacher and others. Secretary Lang notes nonmembers may enter. meeting to finalize details next Tuesday.

Gadder Valley Kennel Club Forum Altho Z W. J. Lang Cedar Valley Club Lang Lang Coal Company Cedar Valley Kennel Club Greater Waterloo American Kennel Club Rowland’ Wilson Peoria Shepherds ‘and Pinschers Theodore Mohrbacher Cedar Rapids Boston Guy Hornish Ill Barron Mason City Sporting W. D. Burdick L.B. Scott

Atkinson Recovering After Tongue Infection Operation

Iowa City report states former Iowa house speaker Atkinson is recovering in a local hospital from surgery to cure an infection at the base of the tongue and is improving daily. A Des Moines bulletin notes cartoonist Jay N. Darling, hospitalized three weeks, continues to gain strength.

Iowa City Atkinson Iowa House of Representatives Ding Des Moines Jay N. Darling Mercy’ Hospital

FARMERS FLEECED IN SOUTH AMERICAN LAND SCHEMES

Washington officials say hundreds of Americans especially midwest farmers lost fortunes in fraudulent South American land ventures. An exhaustive investigation into deceptive land companies has begun and will be sent to the Department of Justice and the post office for prosecution. The Department of Commerce warns the public as the schemes exploited fear of drought and economic depression to lure investors.

Washington, D.C Middlewest Department of Commercia Department of Justice Post Office Department Jfhe

Marvel Coffin Sues for 7500 Damages in Auto Injury Suit

Marvel Coffin, by next friend Rose Coffin, sues W. C. Carr for 7500 damages after her minor daughter Janean Coffin was hit while walking on La Porta road during daylight on March 22, 1925. Plaintiffs allege driver negligence caused pelvis fracture, ear injury, head gash, drag injury, and permanent disability.

Marvel Coffin Rose Coffin W. C. Carr la Porta Road Janean J.H. Meyers Valérico Plantiff

Vacation of Two Days at Corn Belt College

No classes will be held at the Corn Belt Business College Thursday and Friday so that principal C. H Benson and Miss Lottie Mills may attend the annual convention of the Central Commercial Teachers' Association in Des Moines. Mr and Mrs Benson will drive to Des Moines tomorrow. Students enjoyed a picnic supper and weiner roast last evening at Elk Run. Entertainment was furnished by a baseball game between boys and girls, won by the girls. Mr and Mrs Bengon and Miss Mills were chaperons.

Corn Belt Business College H_ Benson Lottie Mills Central_Commercial Teachers’ association Des Moines Bengon J Miss Mills

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