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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1924
Page
11
The Courier should be delivered before 5:30. If not received by then due to carrier error or other cause, call 3100 for a replacement copy. Phone calls must reach the office before 6:30 p.m.
A Des Moines woman named A Gilbert registered at Hotel Richmond in West Forty sixth street New York and was found dead in a bathtub hours later A silver thimble with Allda 22 inscription and an artist travel kit were found Her age about 30 she stood five feet five inches tall and wore expensive clothing Dr Jones Bellevue Hospital attended but offered no treatment and he suspected fainting upon entry to the tub
Fay Bainter, actress, is under a physician's care in New Haven after being cut on the ankle when an actor kicked the joint of a sword during a performance. Last night’s show was canceled.
Des Moines April 24 United Press David Zinner 47 is dead and his wife 45 seriously wounded at the family home after a double shooting. Three notes suggest jealousy and suspicions of infidelity. Zinner accuses his wife of betrayal and seeks revenge, leaving behind a message for his daughter Bernice.
Balloons from San Antonio drift north over Texas toward the Canadian border after launch at Kelly Field. Pilots report northeast movement and rough landings as volunteers monitor progress for the national elimination balloon race.
Iowa lawmakers back a joint resolution to shield teachers with at least three years of successful experience from retroactive certification rules. The measure aims to protect accredited schools and keep state aid without forcing experienced teachers to meet new, changing standards, while preserving board discretion in discipline.
In Des Moines on April 24 a swaggering bandit robbed Mrs. Marvin G. Spahr near her home. He took her wedding ring a $5 bill and a diamond ring valued at $159 after a brief exchange then tipped his hat and fled, police reported.
Cinternational Briefs report Belgrade states Minister Nintchitch departs for Paris and will tell France that Jugo Slavia will cooperate with Roumania if war erupts over Roumanit s seizure of Bessarabia. A Berlin magnesium plant burns after a large explosion. fire crews use sand as water fails. Paris notes Argentina will join Divepie committee contests in polo horsemanship target firing rowing weight throwing dumbbell practice and gymnastics.
Four University of Washington students under instructor B. Farquharson began designs for one man air Nirvars to enter Dayton Ohio competition October 1. The craft aims to use a mighty engine and reach 103000 feet with fuel efficiency of 30 to 40 miles per gallon.
Senate debate opens over Mellon's income tax cuts with Smoot defending the plan and warning against large appropriations. Leaders say the revenue bill could take two weeks, with possible five weeks to finish. The tax cuts aim to lower surtax rates and stimulate business while protecting revenues.
Waterloo lodge 328 Loyal Order of Moose will initiate about 200 men in initial exercises during the visit of Secretary Davis founder of Mooseheart and other officers. The Mooseheart legion will initiate about 190 candidates. A mass meeting at Grace M I church at 10:30 a.m. precedes a parade along Fifth to Jefferson to Fourth and to K P hall for further rites.
Sir Esmer Howard, British ambassador to Washington, will be the principal speaker at a banquet tonight of the American Newspaper Publishers' association in New York. A general meeting of members is held this afternoon. The convention notes labor troubles as a major issue with seven strikes recorded in 1923.
Texarkana Ark April 24 Art Marr oil promoter convicted in federal court for mail fraud received five years in Leavenworth prison and a one dollar fine.
Tokyo reports from the French embassy deny any Franco Japanese alliance while noting Gov Gen Merlin of French Indo China may visit Japan to boost trade. The embassy and Yokohama Specie Bank arrange a 25 million yen repayment by France to Japan on July 1, covering the earlier 60 million yen due, due to Japan’s current needs.
Paris April 24 The Seine tribunal granted a divorce to Mrs Henry Benedict Taylor of New York and California on the ground of desertion. The couple wed in New York on Sept 20 1911. Mrs Taylor's maiden name was Josephine Bukley.
San Francisco April 24 A California Governor Hielard warned of a spreading epizootic crippling tourism gas and fruit industries. False propaganda has reduced Keoline use by 60 percent and hotels and resorts report no business. Quarantines by authorities persist. fruit shipments decline as travel stalls and the crop faces movement barriers.
Washington April 24 Advocates of the salt tax bonus centered on the bill as the Senate passed it 67 to 17 and the House approved 255 to 54. Minor differences remain between chambers. Conference committee expected to finish soon for President Coolidge's approval. The bill may gain veto-proof support.
Former Senator Predds Maytag announced he wired Gav Randall to accept the post of state budget commissioner but an hour later he said the statement was premature. Maytag cited a relative’s serious illness that prevents him from considering the appointment at this time.
Greene Ta April 24 Special Hubert Merfeltt driver sprained left ankle and companion Paul Hagerty right leg fractured above the ankle when the Wyeht car they rode was struck by an incoming train near the depot. The auto was dragged three rods. the youths, students at the birth school, failed to notice the train and could not avoid it on their way to the Merfeld residence east of town.
Washington April 24 Gen John J Pershing flatly stated he would decline any nomination for the vice presidency if offered regardless of the chance of the nomination.
Washington April 24 Special Representative Robinson and Judge C A Pollock Fargo S D former of Iowa met President Coolidge at the White House to discuss North Dakota conditions and politics. Pollock is Robinson’s brother in law. Mrs Pollock and Mrs Moracc French and her little daughter Mary Alice were also present.
Chicago reports that Lizards of London the Lloyds group cancel jewelry insurance contracts worth millions as theft driven losses surge over 400 percent. Agents told to stop new policies and refund all outstanding ones while cancellations affect individuals brokers and firms.
President Coolidge told the American Chemical Society at the White House that scientists deserve gratitude for their search for truth. He praised chemists for wartime sacrifice and ongoing contributions to health, industry, and civilization, noting the shift of industrial progress from knowledge to wise application and the global standing of American chemical science.
Reinbeck Iowa April 2 special Joe Ring about 45 homeless died from heart disease per corner's jury. Ring worked ten months on road construction for Barnea Construction at their camp north of town. Workmen will raise funds for burial expenses and the funeral will be here. He had no known relatives.
Chicago on April 24 reports Dominick Uzzo a 16 year old who shot his father in defense of his mother Mary Galuzzo. She recalls years of regular abuse by Charles Galuzzo including beating and breaking her teeth. Dominick says he acted when he saw his father assaulting his mother and intervened during the fight.
A three story commercial block in Muscatine Iowa was gutted by a morning fire of unknown origin. The blaze destroyed the Titus Loan and Investment Co building along with offices and residence flats above. Insurance coverage is reported as substantial. Fire crews battled the flames for hours, but the structure sustained heavy damage.
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