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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1914
Page
11
A county officer circulated a petition at the courthouse to aid Mrs. Fred Fairbanks widow of a young man killed in a Wednesday evening car crash. By 11 am donations totaled 33.35 from 56 contributors, spanning 25 cents to two dollars, including many girls from various offices. The fund aims to support the widow and her five children, with further contributions expected.
A city auditor notice states Adolph Chernyk was injured by a fall over a guy wire at Elm and Sycamore. He broke a leg and a probable lawsuit to recover damages may name the city. A council meeting will address changing Ninth street paving width from 40 to 36 feet to match nearby work. A deed from Illinois Central to Waterloo for a street connection near Mullan Avenue bridge is filed, ground deeded when the railroad built along the river.
Miss Le lia Gates returns to Rockford to attend college as Mr and Mrs G W Gates travel with her to Waterloo. Mrs S Louise sr on sick list. Mrs I Messerschmidt much improved after illness. Ladies Aid of M Church hosted by Ahart family with T Mills as hostesses. Mr and Mrs A Knapp welcome a 4 12 pound daughter. Musical by Mesdames Haynes and Shepardson a success at F B Gates home. Participants include Berninhauses Cater Walster Cates and Julia Shepardson. Mrs Patterson of Greene sang solos and Miss Crabtree read. Night ended with division in costume sing along raising funds. Sunday schools thriving. class at Fern Smith's studio. Methodist and Christian churches crowded. Farmers Elevator buys the business of Buck Yin & Maxymon and takes possession May 1.
Miss Rose Diehl travels to Waterloo to stay with her brother for an indefinite period. Mr. and Mrs. Ashby return from Long Beach, California after months away. Mrs. Edson Lewis news of Rev John Dolph’s death prompts travel to Wayft. Ilvnn Silka moving from Bryantburg to Hazleton. Mrs. Kay and Attleson back from Parley visit. Fred Kay visits from Monticello. Young Presbyterians host successful Friday entertainment raising about 80 dollars for a piano. Tobin Russell from Cedar Rapids visits. Mrs. Swaford visits Clermont before departure. Woodworth buys Cresco business and plans to reside there. Hessie, daughter of Hessie, graduates this year. Dr Louis Moore visits from Grand Island. YP group hosts church society gathering with refreshments. Kiteeshmoents noted. Mrs. Yonma Wilcox returns from Nebraska winters. Philip Lahner busy with garage renovations. Mrs. Martha Sanders attends party in honor of sister Mrs. Foster. Farmers sow clover as spring crop despite seed prices.
The article highlights beauty spot effects with pin dot Chen ile on fine mesh and new allover patterns. It notes Diamond Mesh Veiling with Chen ile dots and Plain Hexagon Mesh Veiling as popular items priced at 25 cents and up, showcasing current fashion trends.
Ad offers a range of women's undergarments and children's wear at low prices for Easter. Brassieres in multiple sizes with lace and embroidery, camisoles, bodices, gowns, drawers, petticoats, corset covers, and combination suits featured. Includes discounts and Saturday specials with items cited in various cents and dollar amounts. Specifies sizes 84 to 44, 2 to 14 years, and object notes like trimmed lace and embroidery.
Silk bags for Easter feature New Muire Silk and Moire blends with suede. Elegant shapes include old style Trutel silver frames and soft leather handles with chain fittings. Prices range from 1.48 to 7.88, offering assorted colors and special finishes.
Easter necklaces and beads showcased in new stock of trend novelties. Items include Necklaces Oriental and Indian beads Maxixe chains and all colors 98 cents Pine Fresh Pearl Pears and Boies 8 1 25 Jack and Red Wooden Indian Beads 50 cents and other styles. Come and see you will enjoy and buy.
Silk moire ribbons in plain colors and moire with satin stripe feature at 39 cents. Also offered are bob Dainty Lavallieres with an oraling rose pendant, pearl drop, on fine chains. Six patterns available for selection. Bee
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