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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1917

Page

9

Diplomatic Break or War Urged By U.S. Press

Major U.S. newspapers unite on Germany's note as a direct threat to U.S. rights and calls for immediate action. Editors demand passports for the German ambassador and a severance of diplomatic ties, warning that peaceful options are exhausted and war may follow.

U.S Springfield Mass United States Germany Wilson New York World St. Louis Republic Belgium Waco Tex Louisville

Candlemas Observances Set by Waterloo Churches

Candlemas Day will be observed in Waterloo Catholic and Episcopal churches with candle blessing for sacraments. Christ Episcopal church holds service at 10 a m with holy communion. St. Mark's offers none. High mass at St Mary’s 8 30 a m. Sacred Heart masses 6 and 8. St Joseph’s 7 30 a m. candles blessed before final masses. Saturday marks St Blaise day with blessings of throats at services.

Waterloo Christ Christ Episcopal Church St. Mark’s Church St. Mary's Church Sacred Heart St. Joseph’s

Lewis Miller Hurt in Street Car Collision

Lewis Miller suffered a badly bruised leg when a Ninth Street street car collided with his automobile at the Fifth and Washington streets intersection this morning. Miller's car was damaged and pushed into a telephone pole, knocking the pole down.

Lewis Biller Fourth Street Fifth Washington Streets Mr. Miller Miller Fifth Street

Social club gatherings fill afternoon with games and meals

E Newins and Jolly Ten members visited Mrs. Harvey Fullem with Miss Mina Mahanke. Luncheon, Stitch and Chatter, and social music diversified the day. Mrs. Martha Reese hosted Stitch and Chatter with guests. Mrs. James Reese and Mrs. Oscar Berry assisted. Pond Lily Crochet club luncheon hosted by Mrs. William May. Mrs. W. N. Oman helped. Social band met with Mrs. M. Nogele and guests in Omaha. St Francis circle sewed with Mrs. J. Richmond and refreshments served. Red Geranium club evening hosted by Mrs. Sporle with several wives. games followed.

Jolly Ten Harvey Fullem Mina Mahanke Martha Reese Arthurholt James Reese Oscar Berry William May W. N. Oman M. Nogele Jainey Omaha Neb S. Witt Whitmore City Kensington St. Francis Circle J. Richmond FE. A. Sporle Red Geranium Club

Cedar Heights Woman's Club Opens Meeting

The first open meeting of Cedar Heights Woman's Club’s ad department met at Mrs. A. I. L. McCutcheon’s home. Weather reduced attendance while Cora T. Burdick led a program on civic conditions and Cedar Heights’ beauty. Discussion covered trees, weeds, garbage disposal, and streetcar fare fairness for short trips. Next meeting set for Mrs. Burdick’s home. Card parties held by local organizations attracted about 180 guests, with prizes awarded to several individuals and plans announced for future events and tea gatherings. Single-topic items include Kensington party and various club appointments. The piece closes with note of other social activities and upcoming gatherings.

Ad Department Cedar Heights Burdick Pythian Staters E. T. Jaynes Daughters of Isabella Knights of Columbus Mines J. F. Mulkern Edward Quinn Miss Westermeyer Ralph McSweeney Edward Gallagher John Koch Pythian Sam Frank W. F. Jeffrey Pythian Sisters Kensington

Walnut Street Baptist Ladies' Aid elects officers

An adjourned meeting of the Ladies' Aid society of Walnut Street Baptist church was held at Mrs. B J Howrey's home. After completing last year's business, new plans were laid. Officers named include Mrs B J Howrey president Mrs J D Collins vice president Mrs J A Smith secretary treasurer and Mrs P Lytle assistant.

Calvary Evangelical Church Ida Hanlon Zenade Rourke Daisy Letelt Hdna Moore Walnut Street Baptist Ladies’ Aid Society Walnut Street Baptist Church Mra. B. J

Exhibition Tonight With Skeel Orchestra In Dunelay

An exhibition features Dunelay on the program each evening with music by Skeel's orchestra. Admission is set at $30 per performance.

Dunelay Skeel Orchetra

Wages Advance for Unton Moulders in Waterlog Foundries

The new wage scale for moulders in Waterlog foundries takes effect today in all union shops of the city. Brick shops remain unaffected. The scale raises daily wages by a fixed amount and adds ten percent for all piece workers, with a minimum wage of 44? a day for moulders. About 200 Waterloo men will benefit. The increase lasts one year unless extended by agreement.

Waterloo

Spanish Interior Minister Urges Calm in Note

Madrid notes central powers naval measures may disrupt foreign trade and Spain’s internal life. The minister warned disorders could arise, especially in the eastern district, amid fears parliament may adjourn to avert dangerous debate. Knights and Ladies of Security fair draws a large crowd at K P hall with Fraternal Aid delegation and Moose drill team.

London Reuter Madrid Knights and Ladies of Security K. P. Hall Fraternal Aid Society Moose

Pane's Cold Compound Promises Quick Relief

An advertisement touts Pane's Cold Compound as a fast acting remedy for colds. It claims doses every two hours up to three, opening congested nostrils, stopping nasal discharge, relieving headache, feverishness, sore throat, sneezing, and stiffness. It highlights low cost and easy use with a warning to obtain the genuine product.

Pane

January post office receipts show rise over 1916

A reported gain of 601.01 in January post office receipts compares with January 1916 figures of 21 46.70 and the latest month shows 21 846 741. Postmaster M E Kelly notes January often dull, yet Canada growth appears evident amid steady activity.

Recheivys Siow Galen M. el, Kelly Kenn Kel Jly Waid

Brownstone hair tint promises safe, easy color for all

Old Age Sign touts Brownstone hair color as harmless and easy to use with ready to apply bottles. It claims no lead or harsh chemicals, guarantees non smearing, and offers shades from light gold to deep black. Samples and booklets available by mail, Kenton Pharmacal Co. advertises nationwide through druggists and dealers.

Ers Kenton Pharmacal Co Pike Dovieman, Ky Waterloo Henderson Drug Co Wangler Bros. Co

Doctor Promises eyesight gain with home prescription

Philadelphia readers learn a claimed method to strengthen eyesight by 50 percent in a week using Bon-Opto tablets dissolved in water and used as an eye bath. The feature cites testimonials of regained reading ability and reduced eye pain, urging readers to obtain the remedy from local druggists in Waterloo and other towns.

Philadelphia Lewis Snys Cmred Waterloo B W. Gchuneman & Co Doug Sement

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