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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1922

Page

9

Congress to Act on Strikes in Emergencies

Washington reports two paths for Congress on the labor strife of the moment. Emergency measures may be needed, with possible coal distribution controls continuing regardless of strike outcomes. Legislation likely limited to non drastic actions unless the crisis worsens, as wartime antistrike provisions face uncertain support in the Senate and House.

Mary Sullavan Washington, D.C Congress Harding Ty. S Railway Labor Board Senate House New Fork Evening Post. Inc

Screen star Eugene O'Brien Hurt in Truck Crash

Los Angeles Aug 11 noted screen star Eugene O'Brien was seriously injured yesterday when struck by a truck. Hospital reports say he passed a difficult night but is not in immediate danger. Surgeons say the crisis is grave but he is expected to recover.

Los Angeles Cali Banene O'Brien

Delivery contention notice for late paper by Courier

The Courier shows delivery at your home before six thirty o'clock. If you fail to receive by then due to an error at the carrier's end or other cause, please phone 3360 and a copy will be sent. Calls must reach the title office before 6:80 p.m.

Rartier Cailys Title Office

Bombings Strike Santa Fe Yard Disturbances Rise

United Press reports 23 bombs exploded between 1 30 and 8 44 am in Santa Fe Stockdale yards Santa Fe railway in San Bernardino California Deputy Marshal A G Allyerson injured by a dud fragment damaging power lines 4000 workers in shops as deputies police and railroad agents search for more bombs and trace origin of devices without finding unexploded ordnance yet.

United Press San Bernardino Cal Stockdale Santa Fe Railway United States A. G. al’ Yerson Southern California Edison Company Wim Santa Fe California

Orphans mourn as deadly family tragedy hits Pasadena

William Beam shot his wife Axine in Carnegie Pa then killed himself in Pasadena after jealousy drove a revolt. Their three children, 3,000 miles from home, are now in the care of City Mother Mrs Emma W Sheer. Cremation is planned tomorrow.

Pasadena Cal William Beam Emma W. Sheer Carnegie Beam Axine Tazar

Norfolk Man Elected Supreme Chancellor of Knights of Pythias

Delegates to the supreme lodge in San Francisco elect George A. Cabell of Norfolk Virginia as supreme chancellor after five hours of voting. John Ballantyne of Boston was nominated supreme vice chancellor during the national convention.

San Frenuecisco Cal Supreme Lodge of the Knights of Pythias George A. Cabell Norfolk John Ballantyne Boston

Robbery at N Aronberg Jewelry Store in St Louis

In downtown St Louis on Aug 11 four bandits robbed the N Aronberg Jewelry company, escaping in an automobile with jewelry valued between 10 000 and 12 000 and 100 in cash. Hundreds observed the daytime heist as streets buzzed with workers. A separate note from Rome reports a confidence vote for the Facta cabinet and an adjournment to November.

St. Louis N. Aronberg Jewelry Company AOCTA Rome Facta Chamber of Deputies

Authorities Probe Incendiary Camp Grant Fire

Incendiary origin suspected in a Camp Grant blaze that damaged about 90,000 dollars and injured four soldiers. Military and civil investigations under way as fire spread through nearly a dozen buildings. Local families aided bucket brigades while guards prepared to evacuate barracks.

Rockford Camp Grant Sgna Hameton Beryy

Governors Unite To Get More Coal For Their States

Governors from Iowa Wisconsin Minnesota North Dakota and South Dakota plan to form the northwest coal committee to speed shipments as federal action allows a 50 000 ton weekly increase to 250 000 tons via Lake Superior ports The meeting in St Paul followed hopes for a broader wage agreement in Cleveland and signals from Washington on mine and coal car supply. Officials voiced readiness to seize coal mines if needed to protect northwest prosperity and public health.

Associated Press St. Paul Minn Washington Iowa Wisconsin Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Northwest Coal Committee Washingtons Northwest Federal Coal Committee Lake Superior Praus Superior Duluth Lakes Preus McMaster Nestes Blane Kendall fSovernors Harding Cleveland John L. Lewis Michael Gallagher Pittsburgh Vein Coal Operators’ Association of Ohifo Producers Committee Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Gost International News Washington, D. C Department of Iaborset United Mine Workers Telegraph Tc Davis Chicago W Harding de F.C. Hownold Finois Coal Operators’ Association

Lord Northcliffe Battles Death Again in Bed Chamber

Reports from London state Vizcount Northcliffe fights for life as doctors work to prolong his dwindling hours. A temporary roof shelter is built to lift his bed for more air while a mysterious poison lingers in his system, possibly linked to throat cancer. Messages of cheer pour in as Fleet Street calls for a swift recovery.

London Ang. T Vizcount Northclife Altho Northcliffe Fleet Street

Cholera Follows Typhoon Devastating Swatow

In Shanghai on August 11, cholera spreads after the typhoon that wrecked Swatow, with 20,000 to 50,000 lives lost. US Consul General Gunningham reports a call from Swatow for medical supplies to combat an epidemic spreading through contaminated water and corpses.

Shanghai China Swatow United States Gunningham Conqrat

Two Killed Five Hurt by Explosion Aboard Adriatic

An explosion in No 3 hold of the White Star liner Adriatic killed two crewmen and seriously injured five with one missing. The ship, about 300 miles off Portland, Maine, was en route from Liverpool to New York carrying 400 first class, 150 second class, and 200 third class passengers. Coal in the hold and spontaneous combustion are suspected. the liner was proceeding to New York at half speed.

Associated Press New York White Star Line Portland Liverpool

Chop Suey Not Found In China Says AP Chief

Walter Whiffen, AP bureau chief in Peking, reports there is no chop suey in China. He notes no dish by that name is identified there and critics in the United States should temper expectations of finding an official Chinese version. Whiffen plans to return to Beijing next month after his long tour.

A. P China Associated Pregs San Francisco Cal Walter CL Whiffen Associated Press Peking United States Bohemia Whiffen Ing Asandsten Prasad Chivago Harel McCormick McCormick Chivago Mas Tin Hkocke- Feller McCormick

White's Dry Views Costs $12,000 to K White's Dry

The article notes a resignation at United Dress magazine as contributor Kansas editor, with Douglas H. Cooke praising White while White values liberty and happiness over light foods and beverages. It mentions a $1.00 monthly salary and disputes over prohibition, highlighting White's stance and Cooke's defense of the publication.

White United Dress New York William Allen White Douglas H. Cooke Today Kanean Cooke Kansas

Freeswept Ruin in Ireland War Report

Dublin date Aug 11 reports Free State forces sweeping Cork and Clonmel destroying police and military barracks. Rebels evacuate cities as fires rage. thousands flee Cork and Queenstown amid damage estimated near 14 million dollars. Irish leader De Valera seen among irregulars. Howth train wrecks noted. Telegraph cables severed, international wires strained as Daly’s Free State advances push into Kerry.

Jby Daneel Oconniele Taléraguenal Dublin Free State Tronpa Cork Clonmel Ireland Myhie Internaturial Belfast Qastown Imonn de Valera Repubblicatio Howth Associated Trees London England New York Lisbon Cape Varde Islands Buenos Aires Great Britain United States Sevyt Sea Reneva Daly Free State Army County Kerry Free

Inland Waterways Get Much Gov t Cash

Washington, April 11. Final allotment of 36,054,250 for river and harbor improvements for 1925 was announced by the War department. The funds cover Boston harbor, New York harbor and East River channels, Delaware river to Chesapeake bay, Detroit river, Indiana harbor, Calumet harbor, Chicago harbor and river, St Marys river, Rouge river, and multiple Ohio and Mississippi river work plus Buffalo harbor, San Juan, and Missouri river segments.

Washington, D. C Congress Chief of Army Engineers War Department Chicago Boston New York Harbor East River Delaware River Trenton Baltimore Harbor Chesapeake Bay Detroit River Indiana Harbor Calumet Harbor Ilinois St. Mary's River Michigan Rouge River

Defective Control Wires Blamed for Fatal Plane Crash

Naperville Wisconsin Ang 11. Defective control wires were blamed today for a fatal plane crash that killed Edward W Selallo former racing driver and Leroy Keller veteran aviator. The plane en route from Chicago at 000 feet over the city dived into a major street. Both occupants were seen waving before the death plunge. The aircraft and bodies were severely burned in the ensuing fire.

Naperville Ang Edward Ww. Selallo Leroy Keller Chicago

Four Drowned When Towline Tips Tugboat

In New York on August 11 the seven member crew of the wageboat HRow land were believed drowned when their vessel overturned at Staten Island shipyards docks. The captain and two crewmen were rescued by marine division power as they swam toward shore. The other details are partially unclear.

New York Nin Staten Island Shipyards Marine Division

Weather Bulletin for Iowa Cities and Surrounding Areas

Weather bulletin from the U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau serving Charles City and surrounding towns reports cloudy and showery conditions in the area. Roads are generally in good condition with limited travel disruptions noted. precipitation expected in several counties with mixed skies and cooler temperatures.

U.S. Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Charles City Avenpart Er Moines Dobie Crosse Wis Mason Cis Wael Ris Yy

Marriage Takes Place Soon as French Law Permits After Singer's Divorce

Chicago magnate Harold F. McCormick marries Polish opera star Maria Walska after divorces. McCormick, father of Mathilde, weds in Paris as reports say his first wife remains in Chicago. Walska, recently divorced from Alexander Cochran, had pursued a Paris residence while divorce proceedings progressed.

McCormick Paris Singer John 2 Rockeffeller Ride Dust Walska Alexander Cochran United States Yonkers Cochran Mae Mme. Walska Chicago Opers Company Mme. Wralska Ickroom Sill Chicago Choier Switzerland Mathilde Muriel

Pittsburgh Bacteries Kag Cooper and Sela AC BrooklyniNew York

Partial readable lines mention individuals Kag Cooper and Sela AC in connection with Pittsburgh and New York entities, suggesting a local or organizational note. Further details are unreadable, but the fragment implies a cross city link or event involving named persons.

Pittsburgh Kag Cooper Sela AC Brooklyn iNew York

Rail executives deadlock as nationwide rail strike lingers

News reports outline the stalled Harding settlement stalled over seniority questions. Senate committee members discuss possible presidential takeover if transportation worsens. Railroads, labor unions, and key executives clash as Ogden and other yards face walkouts and service disruptions across the West.

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