This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 36 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1921
Page
1
Sinn Fein to send a Dublin courier with the Dail Eireann reply to Britain's peace proposal. The response, while not accepting terms, will keep the truce alive and avoid immediate hostilities, according to Sinn Fein inner circle and Dublin reports.
The article argues the Harding administration favors a practical approach to the Shipping Board, backing higher salaries for expert lawyers to defend $290 million in government claims and build a businesslike mercantile marine, viewing this as crucial to reducing government expense and aligning with the president’s priorities. It notes Harding’s deep concern over shipping costs and efforts to salvage and develop a sound maritime industry.
Mrs. Hazlett faced a hostile crowd as Salvation Army drumline drowned her Socialist speech in Mason City. Police protection was refused by Mayor Beecher who called the city unfit for her appearance. Klansmen formed quickly, plotting masks for another clash if the Socialists speak again.
Des Moines Aug 24 The trial of Joe Williams who pleaded not guilty to first degree murder in the slaying of Miss Sara Barbara Thursdale is set for Sept 9. Officials report no major developments and Williams again declares his innocence.
The ZR-2 disaster story lists American officers and crew including Marcus Easterly and Henry Hoyt among survivors and notes 70 Americans were sent to England to operate the airship. It details the wreck near Hull after a main girder failed and the rudder turn toward the Humber caused a fatal plunge.
Premier Briand said France cannot participate in a disarmament conference where French is not admitted as an official language. He replied to the French Academy defending the traditional privilege and noted Wilson’s claim that English is the diplomatic language. Briand implied French will be one of the conference’s official languages, with English likely also authorized.
Associated Press report from Charleston, West Virginia, August 24 notes Mother Jones, leading figure among miners, leaving for Marmet where about 3,990 miners have camped to protest martial law in Mingo county. She planned to address the workers as officials warned of potential danger though anticipated peaceful closure with proper leadership. Local sheriff in Logan county threatened to block the march boundary.
A new citizenship emphasis will be added to the West schools curriculum this year. Fourth through eighth graders will memorize patriotic literature every six weeks as part of grammar and history will be expanded in grades seven and eight. West High historyInstructor Fred J. Kluss leads the expanded program aiming to strengthen patriotism within regular coursework.
In Dubuque Iowa Aug 24 the sale of the county detention hospital signals the rapid disappearance of remaining white pine houses tied to Mississippi river logging and sawmill days. Built entirely of pine they mark a bygone era that peaked in 1911 and is history by 1921. Forests are denuded and the few remaining white pine houses are disappearing, becoming rarer with time.
United Press items report a New York case where Thomas Irwin turned violent after discovering loaded dice, using an unloaded revolver on his opponent and receiving a seven day sentence. Also from New York the stock exchange scene mentions a bear on the floor startled by a broker in plain clothes. In Sault Ste. Marie Michigan, Charles Osborne, former governor, killed a bear with an axe during a bear attack while in a rowboat. it was his fortieth bear.
Philadelphia August 24 John Philip Sousa world famous conductor directed his band by baton in the morning light, while thousands cheered as horns brayed and the maestro barely heard the notes. His car specialist cites catarrhal deafness, common to aging performers, as the cause.
Grand Function Colorado Aug 24 Engineer Douglas Armstrong of Grand Junction was killed and 23 passengers hurt when Denver and Rio Grande No 1 train crashed into two creeks after bridge supports were washed out by last night's cloudbursts. Four coaches and several cars piled on their sides as a relief train hurried to the scene.
Panama sent orders to evacuate Coto province before Costa Rican officials arrival, signaling full evacuation. Washington announced final acceptance by Panama to yield the disputed area, marking a diplomatic victory for the administration.
Emmett French of Youngstown Ohio captained the American golf team in the Great Britain invasion and led the Western Golf Association open first round at Oakwood club with 33-22-85, six under par. W S Bathie of Waterloo Iowa carded 40-34-76 and Dave Kober of Clinton Iowa posted 43-40-83.
New York reports coal production rising for the first time in two months with a week’s output up 551,000 tons from the prior week, seen by the National Coal Association as evidence of broader recovery. The note mentions better industrial conditions and fuel dependence across sectors. A separate item notes Pat Kane beating his wife and a domestic confrontation with family involvement.
Springfield Aug 24 Lieut Gov Fred Sterling turned over 231386 28 in interest earnings on state money to the state treasurer while he was treasurer. The final accounting may influence cases pending against Sterling Gov Len Small and Vernon Curtis. Sterling notes one remaining item 15600 deposited with Union State Bank Dixon Ill held as collateral. bank in receivership. settlement expected. Total interest collections turned over for his two year term amount to 906121 85.
Forty two men, members of the United Miners and Mill Workers union, face trial in Fort Dodge district court Friday before Judge G D Thompson on contempt of court and injunction violation. The case follows an attempt to bind them over to the grand jury on assault with intent to murder and unlawful assembly charges, connected to opposition to the American Cement Plaster Co operating under the open shop. None of the other five Fort Dodge mills has opened yet.
Sir Sam Hughes former Canadian minister of munitions and longtime Dominion political figure died at his Lindsay Ontario home early today from heart trouble. He had suffered since returning from Europe last winter and had battled repeated crises with strong will before a final relapse two weeks ago.
President Harding reportedly nearer to a definite policy on Eugene V. Debs and other war era prisoners. Friends expect decisive action upon signing the peace treaty which now appears imminent.
General Wu Pei Fu commands a large revolutionary force as he launches a full campaign against Yo Chow’s southern troops from Shanghai. The leader aims to unite factions under a new Chinese government and predicts victory within a two week campaign.
A reported five schooners with a $280000 liquor cargo and 50 crew were cordoned at Chesapeake Bay mouth by Federal agents. The vessels, suspected of unloading whiskey, face imminent capture and prosecution. Meanwhile at Los Angeles County Jail Madalynne Obenchain, awaiting murder trial, is described as very ill due to mental strain from the case and visitor bans.
Storm Lake Iowa August 24 Walker Harrington a farm hand has been arrested in connection with the assault and robbery at the home of Mr and Mrs Kans Johnson an aged couple about three miles south of Sioux Rapids The accused man is said to have been identified by Mrs Johnson as one of the two men who entered her home The Johnsons were attacked and robbed Sunday night CHURCH OF GOD MEET Speakers from across the United States attend a Church of God convention at Chautauqua park this week Tonight Rev I E Van Vacter will speak on Gods Purpose With Man The talk covers the resurrection the coming of Jesus and the earths future destiny
Judge Bert L Gary, chairman of the United Steel corp, announced the firm would meet price cuts in sheet and tin plates by independents. Inga Stiansen, proprietor of the Marinello shop in Chicago, has returned to HOME FROM CHICAGO after attending an advanced cosmetician course.
Columbus athlete Maren Downey of Cleveland is declared the world middleweight champion by the Ohio State Association of Boxing Commissioners in a meeting held today in Columbus Ohio. The decision elevates Downey to the top rank in the division amid regional boxing governance.
Organized women workers pressed for equal privileges with men in all AFL affiliated unions. Representatives of Women Wage earners urged the federation to compel unions to grant women the same rights as men. The Journeymen Barbers union led the opposition to the request in Atlantic City New Jersey.
Stirred by religious fanatics armed mobs of thousands of natives terrorize the Malabar district. Desperate appeals for help come from white residents as military reinforcements arrive. The mob burns white dwellings loots post offices and public buildings and cuts railway lines. Garrisons are fired upon and many casualties occur.
Fears rise that a death toll may reach 10000 from typhoons around Ningpo and the Xangtse river. All contact with the area is cut. Two European steamers grounded on the Shanghai bar and several hundred junks swamped. A tidal wave was reported after the storm.
Chicago Aug 24 Fred Gilbert Spirit Lake Ta tied with Bert Lewis Auburn Ill for high gun after the first 100 targets in the professional 18 yard championship of the Grand American handicap program. Bach turned in perfect scores. The shoot off will be held Thursday.
Tokio reports Japan formally accepts President Harding's invitation to the November Washington Conference on far eastern questions and disarmament, forwarding the acceptance to Washington today.
Information from Lyons Commercial club shows the Lincoln highway is a continuous paved route from Lyons to Chicago, about 144 miles, with the Mississippi river scenic highway crossing at Lyons. Lyons club maintains free campers with modern conveniences in the city core. About 10 of 18 miles between Clinton and DeWitt are paved, with the rest to be opened soon, extending pavement from Chicago through Clinton to two miles from DeWitt.
Miss Elma V. Holmes daughter of Mr and Mrs C M Holmes Plainfield and Bert J. Tucker son of Mr and Mrs J T Tucker Waterloo were united in marriage Monday afternoon at the residence of Rev Charles J Davis of the Methodist Episcopal church Minneapoli s Miss Alta DeLong Jones Waubay S D and Dennis Berry Minneapolis were the attendants. The bride wore blue iricotine with Ward roses. She has been employed as stenographer by William Galloway company. The groom is proprietor and manager of the Waterloo Cider company. They will live at 1205 Jefferson Street after the ceremony.
Edwina T Weatherwax of Washington DC an engineer visits his parents Mr and Mrs H E Weatherwax at 133 Prospect Avenue. Marriage licenses listed include James Dennis Butler and Abby Rawling both of Waterloo John H Brough and Mae Hersch of Waterloo Charles C Clute and Dorothy B Guyer of Waterloo.
Congress faced a 30 day recess hoped to begin tonight but Senate and House aimed to clear a slate of issues first. Antibeer bill likely shelved until fall while talks on the farm credits measure and a $48.5 million shipping board deficiency bill continued. Leaders feared delays could push back immediate passage of key measures as they pressed for action before recess.
A partisan dispute arose over a Senate provision authorizing the War Finance Corporation to make export loans. The House insisted loans go to Americans only. Leaders worked late, but no clear result. Representative Mann warned colleagues that recess prospects hinge on the conference outcome.
Belfast report states six men were abducted by masked assailants at dawn, forced to dress, and driven away with no clues. Cork note adds two policemen seized near Bandon while on duty and taken away in cars.
Dwight Robinson and Co engineers carrying a vast irrigation contract to build five of the world's largest artificial reservoirs in northwestern Brazil said the work would be led by C. W. Comstock former Colorado state engineer.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.