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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1921

Page

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Dublin Considers British Note and What to Do Next

Dublin faces a potential turning point as Dail Eireann and Eamon De Valera weigh Lloyd George’s note urging continued talks. The Irish press urged adjustments to terms or risk of renewed conflict, while London stressed Ireland must remain in the empire and warned against protracted negotiations.

Dublin Associated Tross Househera Gar Lloyan George Dail Hireann Eamon de Valera Lloyd George The Freeman's Journal Jan Smuts Union of South Africa Rsh England Empire Associated Press London Ireland Lioyd George de Valera Merning Post Sinn Fein

Smiles and Kinks From Today’s Wires Abridged

United Press reports four auto thieves in court in Gecree, one escapes leaving three. In Norfolk three negros arrested for moonshine plants in a local cemetery. In Chicago Barner Shibley cooks dinner when wife visits and dies from gas asphyxiation. Judge Landis plays golf at South Shore Country Club with Eddie Collins. Landis shoots 42 and Collins 44.

United Press New York Norfolk Chicago Kenesaw Mountain Landis

Burglar Steals From P.I. P. Grocery Store

Police say a thief hid inside the P.I. P. grocery store before closing on October 28 and stole about $5 from the cash register along with two boxes of tats. He escaped via the back door just as proprietor B. L. Hosteter arrived. Hosteter found the rear door open an hour later and believes the intruder remained in an adjoining room.

B. L. Hosteter Hosteter Ut Pd

Congressman Nerrick Seeks Ban On Beauty Contests

Washington August 27 United Press reports Representative Nerrick of Oklahoma proposes preventing beauty contests in Congress. He alleges a Washington girl, one entrant, blackmailed him after he sent a decoy letter to stall evidence. He ties the incident to his anti beauty contest stance.

United Press Washington, D. C Washington Nerrick Oklahoma Farmer Congress Herrick

Democrats Plan On Campaign In 1922 Elections

In New Mexico Senator Albert Fall’s resignation prompts a gubernatorial appointment of successor Senator Bursum. A Sept 20 special election will decide the seat for the coming term. The piece notes New Mexico’s volatile, small vote margins and limited Democratic interest, with national issues tied to disarmament talks and potential tax shifts from armament cuts.

New Mexico Albert Fall Bursum United States Harding America New York Evening Post, Inc

Wonder Home of Boyhood Dream Bought For $100000

Chicago August 27 The Evanston home of Henry J Patton brother of James A Patton millionaire grain operator was purchased for 100000 The story follows Thomas C Russell who while paying his way through Northwestern University and later running a shop at Evanston Public Service Co Renewed fuses at the Patton home His first shop grew into a factory He married and bought the house and its furnishings

Associated Press Chicago Evanston Henry J. Patton James A. Patton Thomas C. Russell Northwestern University Evanston Public Service Company Patton

Black Hawk boys win stock judging at state fair

Black Hawk county’s junior stock judging team scored 1969 points to win at the state fair over Greene county. Hollis Moseley of Hudson placed fifth individually. The team earns a trip to Sioux City to compete for Midwest honors with Glen A. Bakkum credited for coaching and Black Hawk farm bureau funding the trip.

Des Moines Black Hawk County Greene County Hollis Moseley Hudson Sioux City Black Hawk Boys Midwest Atlanta England Black Hawk Glen A. Bakkum Hudson and Orange Consolidated Schools Black Hawks Farm Bureau Bakkum John Wells Orange Township Dale Holmes Huson Carl Hlingaman Orange

Industry Nears Normal Station on Return Trip

New York Aug 27 American industry shows signs of revival across nine basic sectors. Agriculture expects financially strong season despite crop shortages. railroads forecast $500 million net earnings. meat packing and textiles rebound. autos boom. steel demand rising. coal production up. petroleum optimism grows as operators plan new properties and reopenments. Shipping remains weak awaiting public and government support.

United Press New York Gil Men OLL

Texas Woman Vanishes After Bath at Sutra Baths

A Texas woman, Mrs. FL A. Swanson of Arvilo, disappeared from the Sutra baths after a short swim and a retreat to a dime room. Her 13 year old son reported the disappearance as a citywide search continued.

United Press San Francisco FL A. Swanson Arvilo Tex Swanson Sutra Baths

Miners Mobilize as West Virginia Tensions Rise

Armed men flee to Marmet area as miners from Winding Gulf Raleigh County and Ohio Illinois join the marchers. About 300 rail workers from Chesapeake & Ohio claim to be armed miners en route. President Harding weighs a conference with mine operators and workers to defuse the Logan and Ainge county crisis.

Winding Gulf Raleigh County Marmet United Mine Workers Grandville Vermillion County Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad South Charleston Ohio Illinois Keeney Harding United Press Washington, D. C John L. Lewis United Mine Workers of America Ainge Logan Counties W. Va White House Sutherland West Virginia

Blood evidence sought in Hamilton murder case

Centerville Ta Aug 7 A blood stained shirt found by a Chicago chemist may solve the murder of William Cripp Hamilton oldest taxi driver in town slain on a lonely country road police withhold suspects names grand jury not yet acted yet the shirt in possession of a suspect has been sent for expert testing to prove human or animal blood.

United Press Centerville Chicago William Cripp Hamilton Towa

Girl Declares Knickerbockers For Life In Chicago

Sally Waldman announced she would wear knickerbockers permanently after discarding skirts. She organized a girls knickerbocker club and proclaimed herself first in America to adopt 100 percent knickerbockers, insisting comfort over tradition.

United Press Chicago Sally Waldman Sally Paris America

Hickman Brothers Guilty of Murder

A verdict of guilty was returned against Ben and Arthur Hickman for the murder of Deputy Sheriff Bert Patton of Page county. The jury reached its decision at 2:30 after four and a half hours of deliberation. If no appeal is granted, the men face life at Fort Madison penitentiary.

Associated Press Atlantic Ben and Arthur Hickman Bert Patton Page County Fort Madison Penitentiary

Arraignment Set in $50 Million Swindle Ring Case

Charles W. French and eight co defendants faced U S officials in Chicago on charges of conspiracy and mail fraud connected to a vast swindle. Bonds ranged from 6000 to 15000 dollars. More arrests and possible state charges were anticipated. Zebulan W. Davis was later arrested in Canton on mail fraud links and released on 25000 dollars bond.

Associated Press Chicago Charles W. French Rim United States Glass French John W. Worthington W. Davis Canton Zebulan Cleveland D. J. Conmer Charles French Davis Julius Whiting, Jr

Former District Judge David Mould Dies in Sioux City

Former district judge David Mould, 63, a 30 year resident of Sioux City, died at his home last night. Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters plan a farewell reception Monday evening for Mr and Mrs J W McCluskey who will move to Seattle to live. A program, assembly singing and refreshments are planned for entertainment.

Associated Press Sioux City Forer David Mould Knights of Pythias and Pythian’ Sisters J. W. McCluskey Seattle Wash

Boy Hit by Auto. Motorist Flees Scene

A boy, son of F W Lynne of Castine, was struck by an automobile near his home last night. The car fled the scene and the extent of the injuries is not yet determined.

F W. Lynne Casti

Fires Destroy Multiple Buildings in West End District

Six arson fires in Long Branch New Jersey caused $60 000 in damage to two schools a railroad station an auto plant and two homes. Burlap sacks drenched with kerosene were found at each scene and investigators labeled the incidents incendiary.

Associated Press Long Branch N. J West End

Hungry Workers Clash with Mounted Police in Munich

In Munich crowds of thousands of marching workers clashed with mounted police early today leaving one man kitless and two others badly wounded. The march continued largely without incident aside from a reported outbreak. Authorities prepared for a larger demonstration following the shooting of Mathias Erzhereer, ex Centrist leader.

United Press Munich Mathias Erzhereer

Posses Hunt Mexicans Who Killed Two in Arizona Raid

Armed posses chase seven Mexican bandits blamed for a Ruby Arizona postmaster and his wife slain in a raid. Mrs Purcell wounded and a 5 year old daughter witnessed the attack. Authorities suspect the killers from a previous Ruby murder and offer rewards while border pursuit continues.

United Press Tucson Ariz Frank J. Pearson United States Ruby Purcell Pearson Arivaca Alexander Frazer Lara George White Santa Cruz County Rubsy

American Legion Opposes Hawaii Coolie Admittance

The American Legion voices opposition to allowing Chinese coolies to be imported to Hawaii to work on plantations. National adjutant Lemuel Hollies sent a letter to House immigration committee chair Johnson criticizing Leonard Withington’s reported stance as unauthorized and not representing the Legion.

Washington, D. C American Legion Congress Lemuel Hollies The Legion Johnson House Immigration Committee American Federation of Labor Holles Leonard Withington National Committee Hawaii

Widows and Widowers Club Sparks Marriages at Park Meet

Chicago reports a social club for widows and widowers ages 46 to 75 formed in Washington Park. Miss Marveline Stokes organized weekly meetings to promote matrimony, with sixteen marriages already completed and more potential unions in the offing.

Batted Press Chicago Cupid Washington Park Marveline Stokes Miss Stokes

Debs Case Amnesty Held Until Peace Treaty Ratified

Attorney General Daugherty said President Harding will not decide on Eugene V. Debs or other political prisoners until the peace treaty with Germany is finally ratified. The announcement followed a White House conference.

United Press Washington, D. C Harding Eugene V. Debs Germany Daugherty White House

Husky Boilermaker Hears Audrey's Cry for Perfect Mate

San Francisco August 27 William A Jamieson a San Francisco boilermaker of known ability is the latest to hear Audrey Munson fa Tong model for a perfect mate Audrey has heard his call and invited him to visit when he plans a vacation Jamieson said he must work fast due to competition but would be glad if Miss Munson wants him as husband

de Velera Great ‘Britain Sinn Fein Dail Eireann London Times England United Press San Francisco Cal William A. Jamieson Audrey Munson Audrey US 8 Wall Jamieson

Scandal Claims Club Member Posed as Widower

A testimony describes a long-time club attendee in his sixties as a beloved yet troubling figure. An upset woman confronted Ezra over pretending to be a widower and disrupting relationships at meetings.

Ezra

Dr Smith to Speak at West Mabtee Union Services

Rev Clinton F Smith pastor of First Evangelical church will speak at union services in West Mabtee Presbyterian church at 7 45 p m Sunday.

DR. Smith Clinton F. Smith First Evangelical Church Westmabtee Presbyterian Church

Horsford's Acid Phosphate Energizes Nerve Work

Advertisement claims Horsford's Acid Phosphate increases brain and nerve energy as a wholesome invigorating tonic. Contains promotional language urging use for vitality.

Horsford

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