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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1923

Page

5

No Sensation in Burbank Probe Reported

Des Moines April 10 Quincy A Willis former deputy treasurer delivered his examination report on W J Burbank state treasurer to Gov Kendall The governor will convene an executive council meeting for review with Secretary of State Ramsey and State Auditor Glenn Haynes The council may report to the Senate committee and present Willis findings along with evidence from former treasurer office employees The contents were not revealed but no shortage or illegal act is expected to be found while faults in entry methods are anticipated Actions by the council or governor depend on the report’s gravity and the likelihood of further disclosures.

Das Moines Quincy A. Willis W. J. Burbank Kendall Ramsey Glenn Haynes Council Senate Willis Treasurer Corer

Little Brown Church to Resume Sunday Services

Sashua Ta April 16. Afternoon services resume at The Little Brown Church Sunday led by Rev Edward Lee with services starting at three o'clock. Those seeking marriage or baptism in the historic edifice should contact pastor or Manly Heald trustee at Bradford.

Sashua Little Brown Edward Lee Manly Heald Bradford

Iowa State Wrestler Loucks Marries Marie Lookinghill

Des Moines reported that A. L. Loucks Western Conference wrestling champion at 125 pounds for Iowa State College wed Marie Lookinghill, a Nevada native and fellow student at Ames, in Des Moines last night.

Associated Press Des Moines A. LL Saueek Loucks Iowa State College Marie Lookinghill Nevada Ames

Measles Outbreak Sparks City Health Alerts

City reports 17 new measles cases as officials consider an epidemic among Waterloo children. Doctors note mild courses and no quarantine required though signs warn of disease. Two additional cases added to quarantine lists. reports now go to Harry Sleworth and the U S Public Health Service epidemiologist in Des Moines.

Charles MacKay Waterloo Junior McKinster Jefferson Street Catherine Guier Allen Street

Canine Deaths Reported in City Burial Bill

Winterloo records 140 dogs killed since January due to automobile accidents diseases and mercy shots. Dog catcher RE V Baldwin proposed a city bill authorizing burial at a dog burying ground with 60 cents paid per carcass. Seven cats also listed for burial at 10 cents each.

Winterloo RE. V. Baldwin Baldwin

Germans See Decline in Church Interest in Germany Visit

Otto Eifert, returning from a four month European tour, reports that religious interest in Germany has waned since the Ruhr occupation. He notes crowded churches a decade ago versus sparse attendance now, with urban churches suffering more than rural ones and ministers feeling the financial and prestige pinch. He recalls Christmas services in Tabrig being crowded ten years ago versus scant attendance today.

Chiru Hick Ruhr Otto Eifert Europe Eifert Germany Changse United States Tabrig Gaya

Ruhr Occupation Deepens German Unity and Strain

The report notes a decline in church prestige tied to political shifts and reduced church school influence as communities seek more self government. Wages remain very low with mechanics at 50 cents for eight hours and labor at 20 to 24 cents for eight to 10 hours. The Ruhr occupation by France has solidified German opinion and strengthened national stance.

Ruhr

Fragmentary Debate on Foreign Occupation Impact

Disjointed text notes German opinion and calls for action to prevent France's occupation of territory. Mentions Mr Effort and various groups discussing political influence and consequences between Singland, America, and other entities.

Tles Effort Singland America France

Great Number Wild Ducks Reported Near Waterloo

A large flock of about 1000 wild ducks has been seen in the river and nearby ponds around Waterloo in recent days, according to observations by local sportsmen. The birds have been noted in a pond north of town and are attracting attention from residents and anglers.

Waterloo

Ducks March Near Old Sang Sauer Hotel

Hundreds of ducks were seen near the old Sang Sauer hotel in the city area yesterday. The tame birds indicate that federal game laws protecting them from hunting are effective. Ducks have been feeding in nearby cornfields and resting in quiet waters. A Russian locomotive was assembled from parts machined in twenty German shops, a feat accomplished as smoothly as a single-shop build.

Sang Sauer Ette Waterloo

Walcott Builds New House in Bungalow Style

Fred R. Walcott began work on a residence at 063 Dawson Street priced around 5060 dollars. Walcott, a carpenter, will oversee the project personally. Other permits issued by Charlie Wasson, building commissioner, include P. ONeal of 315 Franklin for a garage valued at 3600 and Peter Smee of 410 Adams Street for a garage.

Fred R. Walcott Dawson Street Walcott Charlies Wasson P. O'Neal Franklin Peter Smee Adams Street

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