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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1924
Page
1
The Senate investigations slip into a holiday lull as three committees pause. Daugherty’s bank and the Justice Department probe prompt new proceedings while other panels delay due to witness absences and competing duties.
Three masked men invaded the deadline district jewelry shop of Charles Kresney near the financial district in New York. They overpowered the owner bound him and opened three safes taking diamonds and settings worth about 150000. A scrub woman who surprised them was bound and locked in a wash room. Kresney was taken to hospital after being roughly treated. Police arrived after the heist and the robbers fled with the loot.
A Senate resolution sponsored by Senator Magnus Johnson of Minnesota calls on John T. Adams, chair of the Republican National Committee, to provide a list of campaign contributions by the so called Big Five packers Swift Armour Wilson Cudahy and Morris to the Republican Party since 1920. Johnson accuses the packers of failing to pay farmers adequate prices for their livestock.
The Supreme Court ruled that a national bank may be authorized to exercise trust powers under state law. The case involved Hurns National Bank of St. Joseph Missouri, which argued that state-level regulation applies to trusts. Missouri law barring or restricting certain trust activities was challenged as applying to national banks.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a new appointment for a U S District Attorney in Washington with references to April and Iowa links. Details are unclear but involve senators and departmental contexts. Entities include U S District Attorney, Washington, April, Iowa, senator.
Manson reports Democrats plan a pecertary election in Jing hall led by a Democratic representative. It marks the first time Democrats have fielded a ticket since the state primary. Elkader hosts the Iowa Bankers association May 18 and 19 with First National Bank and Elkader State Bank among guests. Nora Cippe dahl, 26, killed in a crash on Main Street. Nora’s driver held on $500 bond as investigation continues.
Antisa loan league leaders spoke in 51 Des Moines churches urging intensified organization to preserve prohibition gains. W Scott McBride, national superintendent, warned opponents seek to restore beer and wine. Richard T. Jones of Minnesota said prohibition affected labor, noting saloon clubs faded and labor temples, banks, and schools rose.
Sir Alfred Robbins of the Grand Lodge of England visits Cedar Rapids Iowa for a two day program. He meets local Masons, addresses the Rotary Club, visits the Masonic Research Library, and attends a Crescent Lodge degree work. A banquet with grand officers and lodge representatives is planned, with about two thousand visitors expected.
J J Roberts, organizer of the world’s largest shoe manufacturing firm and close ally of Woodrow Wilson, died suddenly Sunday in St. Louis of a stomach hemorrhage. Born in Readyville Tennessee, he built a long career in Nashville and Murfreesboro before rising to prominence with the Hamilton-Brown Shoe Company, shaping the industry as head of the world’s largest shoe concern.
April 28 report from Cedar Falls says Winiaar Fame Warden near death at his home. Benton operated a pheasant farm that drew nationwide attention in recent years, with physicians attending him as his condition worsens.
Henry TH, longtime auditor for Security National Bank, collapsed after a Sunday game with his team at Sios City Bat Club. He had served as a prom wake leader for two decades and was known for local civic involvement.
The article analyzes the Texas primary as the biggest event for McAdoo, detailing how western delegates and a few key figures push for strong support while Smith gains delegate strength in the West. It notes potential shifts as Underwood and Smith forces might press McAdoo, with Smith showing hidden reserve strength.
The Waterloo Moose welcomed 155 new members after Sundays drive. Uniforms for the new todge are not yet procured, Hussar style with plumed hats and red and black accents, costing over 2000 dollars. The Moose band, led by Winans, impressed with concert and parade pieces. An Itazar bazaar is in progress at Moose hall this week with Dollertiers booths and a closing dance. The band will perform two concerts tonight in the west business district and the east district.
Ives Moynes reports a plentiful supply of outdoor labor through the middlewest with spring demand rising for farm help and outdoor tasks. The Seventh Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago notes rail labor soon returning to seasonal levels while industrial hiring edges up modestly. output gains in machinery, iron and steel, and autos remain uneven as collections stay slow across districts.
Cedar Falls April 28 two men robbed traveling representative James Fryan from Des Alaines near Tenth and Washington at about 11 am. They stopped an auto near the cart threatened him with a gun and took 19 dollars and four gold watches. Fryan gave officers a description of the suspects.
Percy Wilbur, 38, is sentenced to 30 days confinement with board and lodging provided by city government after arrest for begging on the streets. He is noted as a habitual beggar and was recently taken into custody for vagrancy. Mel Lewis receives 20 days for vagrancy and related offenses.
Ford Motor Company balance sheet as of February 29, 1924 lists cash, receivables, notes receivable, securities, patent rights and trademarks as one item totaling 273,618,668. Last year’s total for this grouping was 307,?. cash on hand rose from 153,664,687 to an undisclosed amount. Net profit rose from 359,777,598 in 1923 to 449,041,087 this year. capital stock stood at 17,?4,500 and goodwill at 320,517.
Washington April 28 The senate postponed action on amendments to the soldier bonus bill and the house Ways and Means Committee delay due to Chairman Green's absence. Conferees forecast an early agreement. The senate postponed decisions on income tax rates in the revenue bill for future discussion after requests from Senator Simmons.
Arizona Republicans convened in Phoenix to name nine delegates and nine alternates to the national convention in Cleveland on June 10. The meeting foreseeably backs President Coolidge, and Secretary of the Interior Hubert Work is slated to address, with former Gov. Harding scheduled to speak tonight.
Rural Community Incorporated marks its fiftieth anniversary by seeking court permission to replat streets and alleys near Cedar Falls, narrowing roadways and sidewalks, and expanding property holdings. The village, laid out with metropolis ambitions, shows plans to reshape its streets and alleys.
Colorado Springs, April 28. William J. Dalisant alias Slip Deli Hanlon, a Denver and St. Paul bandit who led 13 prisoners in a jail breakout, was recaptured here after escaping from the Denver county jail last night. He faces robbery charges and a penitentiary sentence, with guards wounded in the escape.
Pittsburgh April 28. Commuters faced confusion as clocks shifted to daylight saving time. Morning trips into town took twice as long due to the change while evenings promised earlier home arrivals. Several suburbs varied, some adopting the time change, others not, leaving riders unsure of schedules.
Niagara Palle N Y April 28 Bobby Leach famed for navigating rapids and a fall over the falls may test rubber by sending small animals over the falls in large rubber balls His theory claims rubber resists better than steel and a rubber vehicle could endure the falls He previously did the stunt in a steel barrel The Canadian government reportedly objects to experiments or a high dive from the Canadian side and warns against it
Waterloo Public Library trustees met in special session to discuss curtailing expenses to fit the budget. No action taken, next May meeting set for May 9. Staff reductions and suspending some periodicals likely, with two main buildings to be open only afternoons on Sundays and 10 stations closed for the year starting May 1. Summer hours uncertain. Patrons preparing petitions against tax levy cut from 4 1/2 to four mills.
Washington April 25 The supreme lodge Knights of Pythias resisting payment of insurance claims totaling 2000 awarded to George O Meyer and Lena Wiser by Nebraska Courts faced the Supreme Court of the United States. The order contends insurance was not kept up by payments or assessments which were increased and to which the insured objected.
Funeral rites were held for Mrs Margaret Martin of Stacyville at St Marys Church with burial at O Keefe Towne funeral home to Tuesday. Survived by daughter Mrs Murphy and several children. Additional notices include Mrs Maren Olesen of Waterloo died Saturday and to be buried at Elmwood with service at St Ansgars Danish Lutheran. Mrs Etta Noggolles funeral at First Methodist. Theodore Nasling services at Grace M E Church and burial at Elmwood.
Thousands line sidewalks as the funeral cortege of Tammany leader Charles I Murphy winds from his East Side home to St. Patrick's Cathedral. Officials, laborers, and poor alike pay tribute to a man who used his power to create jobs and channel political influence. The widow surfaces from illness to attend, and the procession halts traffic as solemn crowds honor Murphy’s 22 year grip on Tammany Hall.
Tegucigalpa was captured today by Honduran Revolutionists after heavy fighting. A battle lasted through the night as revolutionists entered the city at dawn. All Americans were reported safe. water supply was cut and streets saw hard fighting.
Miss Jone Harker and Verne Tay of Waterloo are named among six representative Cornell College students chosen from the three upper classes by election for 1924 honors in extra curriculum activities and campus life. Harker, a 1925 graduate, is active in dramatics and on the Woman's Self Government staff. Tay organizes the Speech Arts club and leads in other dramatic groups.
Des Moines April 29 Blinded by tears Eugene Huss seven was struck by an automobile while crossing a street en route to his mother's funeral. He suffered minor bruises and lacerations amid the tragedy.
Walnut Court, Waterlo modern apartments, drew many visitors during a formal open house hosted by Walnut Realty. F L Sporle led tours with the board, exploring furnished models and the building’s laundry, heating and refrigeration features. The 104 apartments, offices and stores occupy the triangular block bounded by Walnut Pine and Iown, with 75 percent occupied and several new leases signed, while shrubbery planting and landscaping were nearly complete.
In Cedar Rapids Indiana, April 28, remaining indictments against Earl V. Holsinger deputy county treasurer for embezzlement of 55000 county funds were dismissed in district court. Holsinger had been tried and acquitted on one indictment in January. The court also dismissed Henry Town Chicago convicted for criminal syndicalism, three years ago, and sentenced to Fort Madison. supreme court reversal prompted dismissal due to trial expense. Town served only six weeks of his sentence.
Des Moines April 28 Gov Kendall expected to sign a contested prison labor bill from the recent special legislative session. Labor leaders urged veto due to concerns over competition with free labor. The measure includes a new state use system for prison industry as the governor nears final approvals.
Mrs. Dessie Besst Leatherby aged 16 was committed by County Judge Fred E Carpenter to the Geneva home for girls in Reckford Illinois. The girl, who had admitted marriage to a man named Jack Leather, faced delinquency proceedings with her parents cited to court. The family, originally from Manchester Iowa, had claimed time on a farm at Argyle before Rockford.
The body of Arthur W. White prominent Vinton lawyer who was drowned in the Cedar River four weeks ago was found six miles above Vinton and one and a half miles south from the accident site. Identified by law partner J Kirkland, the badly decomposed body was recovered by fishermen Alex Brody and Shiner Dennison. The $3500 reward will be divided between the top man.
The Red Ball Transportation Company of Mason City was denied permission to operate a bus line between Fort Dodge and Algona. The decision was announced by the railroad commission after opposition from supervisors of Humboldt Webster and Kossuth counties and from Minneapolis St Louis Railway and REO Motor Company. The commission found the proposed service not necessary to the public convenience.
Chauncey Hyatt a Red Cross field representative and special field scout commissioner will lead a leadership training school at Weat High School pool. He will demonstrate the scout neckerchief bandages litters and life saving methods. Scouts with valid registrations admitted. troops 1 2 3 2 and 5 attended Camp Kiwanis weekend with scoutmasters Eugene Reed and Joe Snively guiding the group.
Carl Weeks of Des Moines, as governor of Rotary International district eleven, paid his final official visit to the local Rotary club. He spoke on Rotary’s aim to foster friendliness among members and spouses, praised Waterloo’s district convention hospitality, and presented the club with a large gold bell to call meetings to order. Weeks also thanked retiring president Ted D. Adams with a fine watch.
Washington April 28 William C Harbach was recommended for appointment as postmaster at Des Moines today by Senator Cummins Republican Iowa and his nomination is expected to go to the Senate within a few days
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