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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1924
Page
1
Letters to the Courier reveal strong La Follette support among farmers and townsfolk, with multiple correspondents praising his candidacy and urging voters to back him. Coolidge letters also arrive, while Davis support lags. The poll shows 958 Coolidge, 52 La Follette, 174 Davis. next tally expected Wednesday.
Charles Clix and Verne Murray, both formerly of this city now in New Haven, are charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated after a passerby described them as the “guests of the road.”Kentd wore only underwear with torn garments, with no clear explanation of how they appeared so disheveled. Murray also faces a warrant for passing bad checks.
New York Aug 26 Ma Ferguson will be boss in Texas governor chair says her daughter Mrs George Nallee Avan Texas. She and husband land Bihall visit New York resting from their labors in Texas. Nallee asserts Ma Ferguson will govern with her father former Gov James Ferguson, reversing the dynastic pattern. Ma Ferguson has long lived with influence in politics, voting and supporting women’s rights though never a militant suffragist. The Klansmen campaigned against her but now silence follows their slogan no ma for me.
Police hold rank and George Clayton and an associate at 1414 Dodier Street St Louis for car theft police say the pair attempted to steal a red Buick roadster from John Wharhart last Wednesday in St Louis. They allegedly drove the car to a residence causing damage before being caught. they confessed to borrowing the car and had prior arrests in Illinois.
Italian aviator Locatelli left Pisa on July 25 to follow the American round the world fliers. He pursued the route but adjusted when travel delays appeared, reaching Iceland in time to join the hop toward North America. The fragment notes extensive expectations and commentary on the voyage.
New York August 25 1910 Agnes Mack jailed in Brooklyn after admitting she sold her 10 month old baby for 300 claiming poverty. The purchaser Dathe a physician's assistant also held on bond as case moves to further hearing. Magistrate dismissed poverty plea and custody dispute continues.
Rev J C Orth former pastor of Community church Cedar Heights has been tapped by the Republican national committee as a campaign speaker in Wisconsin. GOP aims to carry La Follette state for Coolidge and Dawes. Orth who came from Germany as a boy and educated by hard work has previously addressed German descent voters in Wisconsin and is asked to campaign again.
Clarence Darrow argued before Judge Caverly that heredity and environment shaped Richard Loeb and Nathan Leopold Jr. He traced the teens’ reading, wealth, and upbringing, blaming the “perfect crime” fantasy on factors beyond control, while dissecting Nietzschian ideas and the youths’ emotional lives in a dramatic defense.
Walter Evans, son of an Iowa missionary, died in a Sunday auto collision in St Louis. Evans, a World War II veteran, served in Company H, 168th Infantry. He graduated from Washington University in St Louis and was employed selling electrical appliances.
Yaris Aug 25 France endures one of the worst summer weeks as violent thunder storms with hail devastate vineyard crops nationwide. The weather has battered wine regions and caused widespread damage to grape yields and farming livelihoods.
Mrs Madge ONeill national committee woman from Columbus Junction Iowa will direct women's activities at Western Democratic headquarters. It was learned today she will assist campaigning efforts in the state and region improving organization and outreach.
A cyclone swept from calm weather and demolished St Phillips hall during a church entertainment and dance, killing eight people and injuring several others. The incident disrupted Aug 25 events in St Patricks ta. Also details note golf tournament preparations by Y’s Men’s club at Byrnes park links with about 30 entrants and favorites to win, plus a convention meeting for Gannon camp Royal Neighbors of America in Cedar Falls.
Davis faces pressure from Democratic leaders as the Klans issue dominates talk about the 1924 campaign. The piece compares Dawes and Davis on naming the Klan, noting Dawes’ fuller stance and Davis’ tepid response while predicting how Coolidge’s future remarks could push the matter from headlines. The discussion highlights concerns that Davis’ name may be leveraged or attacked to force a broader party position.
Des Moines reports G H Bradfute of the American Farm Bureau Federation contests estimates that higher agricultural prices will net U.S. farmers two billion dollars. He cites the bureau’s research showing about nine tenths of a billion, with most gains absorbed by debts and back taxes. He warns Iowa and the Midwest will see little real income rise and criticizes Congress for McNary-Haugen.
Ottumwa hosts American Legion delegates arriving by train and car as the Arch annual Iowa convention nears opening. Judge Landis, guest, golfed at Ottumwa Country club and later will speak at a banquet. Des Moines Argonne post leads Polk candidacy. Ames, Cedar Rapids, and other towns contribute bands and delegates to the 1925 convention buildup.
President Coolidge meets with running mate Charles G Dawes at Plymouth on vacation to discuss campaign strategy. Dawes conference follows Coolidge’s rest period as he reads tariff reports and handles urgent mail ahead of returning to Washington.
George Clark manager of the Broadway theatre in Council Bluffs was held up by two bandits last night who forced cashier Miss Maisie Shorter from her home to get the safe combination. They drove six miles into the country and left them, then abandoned them after the safe was opened. Relatives raised an alarm and one bandit fled. the other returned to town with the car to pick up his partner.
Passmore 3 W Thompson clerk of the Black Hawk county court and his wife gained entrance to the Loeb and Seo bold trial in Chicago last Thursday. They listened to an opening argument by an assistant state's attorney. Thompson said the audience included many news reporters and photographers. He noted the Chicago courtroom was not as large as Black Hawk county's and that people used personal connections and political power to gain admission.
Charles City Iowa reports E Hornberger pleaded guilty to driving a car while intoxicated before Judge Edwards and was fined 250 dollars plus costs, paid. His wife, who had filed for divorce the same week, signed the information. Hornberger has been confined since his arrest a month ago. Heiss and Allen unite in Aurora after ceremony at Grace M E Church with Dr. Curran officiating.
Dr. Beachler pastor of First Brethren Church leaves for South Bend to take a new pastorate. He urges Rotarians to live by four rules of life: think clearly love fellowmen act honestly and trust in God. He warns against pride and urges friendship and a lasting trust in heaven, ending with a warm ovation from the audience. The Chau tauqua board plans a farewell dinner at Black's Tearoom tomorrow to honor their president.
Co B Waterloo soldiers posted top marks at the Fort Des Moines competitive rifle matches during the national guard camp. Five locals advanced from tryouts toward the state rifles team for Camp Perry national matches. Ernest Huffman and Nicholas, plus three officers, led Iowa marksmen as high scorers.
British troops evacuated Fort Belleak on the Free State Ulster frontier as Free State forces assumed the position. The move stirred unease among Ulsterites who fear a clash on the border between Free State and Ulster troops.
Auto salesman Farrell, based in Des Moines, was seriously stabbed yesterday by an unknown colored woman described as short and fat in a green dress. He fought to protect his pocketbook as three boys at the 860 block on Commercial aided in the aftermath. he was taken to a physician and is expected to recover.
A. E. Gnagy mayor R. A. Buck and Leon A ink councilmen at large invited to judge as children showcase lanterns Tuesday evening. More than 149 lanterns completed. parade forms before Courier building then up Park Avenue to Washington Park Fourth Street river to Lincoln Park where prizes from Waterland Courier Pinza Rialty and Strand Theatre await. Park parole review in Park leads procession with judges and two squads guiding the children past decorated ears furnished by Wy Keefe of the playgrounds commission.
An elderly Tampa, Florida couple, Mr. and Mrs. Ream, travel to Waterloo to meet the Watters family in Cedar Falls. They, with ties to Hudson and Hudson, New York, plan a family reunion next Monday. Mrs. Ream, once from Pennsylvania, lived in Detroit before settling in Tampa.
Mrs Emily George on Cedar Falls road witnessed a red white and blue flag raised on a pole at her home marking the defeat of her Klansman opponent by Mrs Ferguson. Motorists noted the flag's appearance recalling Texas history and the state’s Lone Star image amid the local election outcome.
Iowa City Iowa Aug 25 After a futile all night search for the body of Clifford Wortman 14 who was drowned yesterday afternoon in the Town river northwest of Iowa City workers begin again today to drag the river It is believed the body may have been swept over the Coralville dam a mile below Lovers Leap from which the boy slipped into the high waters Johan Henderson Wortmans companion did not see the youth fall from the Eli He heard Wortmans cries but could not save him
Miss Louise Broneman and David M Entz were married Saturday evening by Rev Clinton F P Smith of First Evangelical Church at 418 Lafayette. Witnesses were Mr and Mrs W H Lang Jas and Dr and Mrs H J Hatta. Entz is joint proprietor of Entz Brothers Food Market. couple plans a Western trip after the wedding. The groom belongs to Moose Bag Waterloo bands and Cedar Rapids El Kahir band.
Burlington Iowa reports the body of Councilman Charles A Par Meter commissioner of public safety was recovered at Fort Madison after a boat collision with a log. He helped save the others before disappearing.
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