Two Clubs on Doubtful List
In Burlington Iowa December 21 with Waterloo meeting looming January 13 doubts swirl around Central association team makeup. Galesburg debates a new trolley league versus central play, Clinton searches for a manager, and Justice plans to inspect Clinton. Waterloo hosts debates on old player rule and salary cap with 12 player limit standing.
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Waterloo
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Monmouth
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la Salle
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M. E. Justice
The
Clinton
Justice
National Commission
Jugtice
Cale
Omaha
Walter Johnson Rejoins Washington Senators on 3-Year Pact
Clark Griffith announced that Walter Johnson signed a three year contract to stay with the Washington Americans for the next season. Johnson issued a signed statement affirming his return and adherence to the contract terms after an all day conference.
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Kansas City
Clark Griffith
Washington American League Baseball Club
Lete
Walter Johnson
Washington Americans
Johnson
Washington
Griffith
Lozal
Washington Ball Club
Hunting Accident Injures Hazelman Boy Near Nashua
Raymond Hazelman, 11 or younger, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Hazelman, was wounded while hunting with Merle Ames when a bullet ricocheted off sheet iron and struck his leg below the knee two miles east of Nashua. Tommy Smith aided the boy to town where doctors removed the bullet and he rests comfortably.
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Nashua
Raymond Hazelman
G. F. Hazelman
Merle Ames
Young Ames
Hazelman
Tommy Smith
Smith
Raymond
Rochester
Minn
Grinnell Plans Strong Open Schedule For Basketball
Grinnell College outlines a busy winter slate under Athletic Director Huff with twelve games set and possible additions. The team opens January 11 at Wisconsin and plays multiple away games before a home stretch starting February 12 against Coe. Northwestern is booked for March 6 and Grinnell aims to finish strong against conference foes.
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Huff
Ames
Minnesota
Nebraska Wesleyan
Scarlet and Black Loe
University of Wisconsin
Badgers
Coe
Wisconsin
Simpson
Town
Cornell
Fisher
Doestun
Contrac
Northwestern University
Figher
Wsconsin
Madison
Indianola
Ilowa
Iowa
Mt. Vernon
Cedar Rapids
Singleton Sold to Peoria Club
Burlington sees John Singleton, outfielder for the Pathfinders, sold to the Peoria club of the Three-I league for 500 dollars. The deal was confirmed by the local baseball association president. Singleton posted 158 hits in 125 games, 82 runs, 41 stolen bases, a .317 batting average and a .927 fielding mark. He previously batted .335 in 90 Kansas State League games and scored 78 runs, plus a .327 in 26 Nebraska League games.
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Burlington
John Singleton
Burlington Pathfinders
Peoria
Kaletch
Local Baseball Association
Buttington
Kansas State
New Questions and Answers for Shooters Column Opens
The Sporting Editor announces a reader Q and A on firearms covering hunting and target work. Alfred P. Lane, famed Olympic pistol champion, will be referenced. readers are urged to send specific, detailed questions with self addressed envelopes for thorough replies.
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Mr. Lane
Uncle Sam
Stockholm
Lane
United States
Courier and Reporter
Evening Courier
Des Moines Saloons Face License Refusal Petition
Des Moines voters sign a resolution urged to deny saloon licenses until a district court rules on petition validity. A large crowd at Rev Sunday’s tabernacle cheered as plans to circulate cards and present the measure to the city council gained momentum.
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Supreme Court
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M. C
Jin
Svery
Hubert Utterback
Polk County
Disputes Rise Over Death Claim in Iowa Arbitration
In Des Moines six months into Iowa’s workmen compensation law ten arbitration cases loom after January. The Thill death case from Dubuque involves a $3000 claim for Catherine Thill of Luxemburg Germany. The coal and candy firms blame each other for who employed the decedent while insurance contends he was only a casual worker. The arbitration board will decide responsibility and the widow’s entitlement amid wartime communication delays.
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Welker Given
Iowa Industrial Commission
William Thill
Dubuque
Germany
Thill
Gac
Coal Company
Candy Company
Coal
Luxemburg
Catherine Thill
Britain's War Tax Burden Outlined by Lloyd George
The Budget proposals show raised income taxes with a 72 percent earned income rate and 1193 percent unearned rate, plus a 1622 percent top on large incomes. The World notes the vast debt impact, highlighting 1.75 billion dollars in bonded yearly costs and a high interest burden versus the United States.
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Lloyd-George
Britain
New York World
Losses Among British Officers in France Report
For the week ending December 7, 92 British officers were killed in France, 153 wounded and 20 missing. Indian forces suffered heavy losses with 29 officers killed, 49 wounded and 10 missing. Total officer casualties since the war began: 1,058 killed, 2,071 wounded, 602 missing.
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London
Associated Press
France
Luther league entertainment draws crowded Syndicate hall
In Denver on Friday night the Luther league event at the Syndicate hall was a grand success with a crowded venue and a substantial sum raised for organizers. Also noted are family milestones and local movements including a newborn daughter, a recent home purchase, and a two week school vacation closing Friday afternoon.
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Denver
Luther League
Syndicate Hall
Arthur Wills
Henry Schroeder
John Heiderman
Sheirup
Tripoli
Louie Labeck
Littleton
Christmas Gift Coupons Offer Modern Dictionary
The Waterloo Evening Courier promotes clip coupons for a $4 limp leather dictionary, claim ing it modern and up to date with new words, pronunciations, and illustrations. The piece also notes accompanying entertainment features and a voucher system for readers.
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Waterloo Evening Courier
United States
Majestic Theatre Opens With Two Celebrities Amid Snow
The Majestic Theatre launched its first half program yesterday as Cecil endures one of the worst winter storms. Two celebrated performers headlined the bill, drawing audiences despite travel difficulties.
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Majestic Theatre
Cecil
American Made Guns Sent to Russia
American made heavy artillery will be carried to Russia by the Russian volunteer fleet next month. The steamship Novgorod is bound from Vancouver to Vladivostok and carries 164 carloads of goods for the supply effort.
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Vancouver
Germany
France
Japan
Seattle
Wish
Poland
Novgorod
Vladivostok
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