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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1923
Page
1
Report describes a tourist killed by alleged Egyptian thieves amid Tutankhamen excavations. The piece notes warnings to visitors, the allure of pharaonic wealth, and crowds awaiting artifacts from the eighteenth dynasty tomb while critics push for published excavation schedules and clearer provenance of newly recovered items.
Congress blames a delay on plans for a special session as Harding presses for a decision on the burdensome government ship subsidy issue. The piece notes possible resignations at the Shipping Board and hints at a long congressional vacation if sessions are avoided.
Duesseldorf reports widespread unrest in the Ruhr with crowds cheering when captured officials are taken to a hut. The French ban on coal exports to occupied Germany remains in force, with talks continuing as rail strikes affect the Ruhr and related routes.
Apostolic delegate Ernesto Filippi declares President Obregon opposed the founding of the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Daughters in Mexico and accuses clergy of meddling in politics. Filippi says Obregon expelled him and he remains in Washington awaiting Rome's orders.
Reports from Berlin and London describe strained conditions in the Ruhr after Allied occupation. Chancellor comments on reparations impact while French actions and German resistance fuel economic fears. Curfews, deportations, and editor edits worsen public sentiment amid broader occupation dynamics.
Attorney Darrow says Lundin is on his way to Chicago to answer the indictment by the district court in a wide conspiracy case. The charges involve defrauding a school board and tie Lundin to leading figures around the mayor. bonds of $1000 were set for Lundin, with his attorney arranging bail.
Dr Shipley testified in the Daniel Hayes fraud trial that 141 acres in California, bought from Dante Hayes Co. for 23498, were largely arid after deed transfer. He described land shown as cultivated but ultimately found only 19 acres good. He said the company was reorganized and receivership began, with no buyback of land. He recalled plans of alfalfa yields and development charges of 40 dollars per acre.
In Washington on February 9 Senator Lenreot of Wisconsin accused Senator Brookhart of advocating credit schemes resembling Lenine and Trotzky. Lenreot attacked co operative banks with farmer control as part of the farm credit bill debate on the Leproot anderson farm plan.
Ernest Bross aged 62 and longtime managing editor of the Indianapolis Star has died at his home after a year of ill health. He previously served as managing editor of the Portland Oregonian and was regarded as a dean among editors in the state. He is survived by a widow a son a daughter and his parents.
Two men attacked Benny Hoffman as he drove a truck in Indianapolis. They vaulted him on the street, held a cloth to his face with chloroform, stole $45 and the truck, and fled. This marks the second such incident in a few weeks.
A Chicago music store reported a Guadagnini violin made in Italy in 2051 stolen yesterday. A man sought a demonstration of aid violins and vanished while the salesman was in a vault replacing another instrument. Authorities value the instrument at a high price and continue the investigation.
Wounded war veterans in Washington sent a letter to the President urging the selection of Representative Sweet of Iowa to head the United States Veterans Bureau. They emphasized his experience and commitment to veterans’ needs in seeking decisive action from the administration.
Richmond Indiana February 1 William Jevin 95 a railroad brakeman fell seventy feet from a bridge over White River landing upright in three feet of water. He attempted to rise and walked away unharmed.
Howard Girard an Evanston teenager works as a pressman's helper despite inheriting 32.6 million of a 42 million estate from a Paris granduncle Antoines Danmanze. He plans a printing shop and jokes about marriage as girls sweep him.
A Des Moines report notes a bill by Senator Price Monroe to outlaw possession of firearms except with district court permits. The measure covers carried weapons and even those kept at home, with bans on sale or display absent court permission. Violations carry fines up to 1000 dollars and jail terms. The bill is backed by Attorney General Gibson and supported by the States Association of County Attorneys.
Des Moines Feb. 1 Demand for blue-blooded cattle remained strong at the National Hereford show at the state fair grounds. Thirty-five head were sold this morning, pushing the total sales to more than 90. An Australian company paid Ralph Painter & Son six thousand dollars for a 17 month old Hereford bull, the top price. Average per head runs a bit over three hundred twenty dollars. George T. Rew of Silver City Iowa was elected president of the Hereford Breeders Association for the coming year Clyde Brown of Rushville Illinois was chosen vice president.
Ottumwa Iowa February trial in district court for Archie Burris a Negro charged with murder was nearing completion before Judge M Hunter as the jury and a packed courtroom listened. The State seeks the death penalty while Burris defense insists murder not proven. This is Burris second trial after a previous conviction was overturned on appeal for prejudice claims. He is accused of fatally shooting Mrs Hattie Renfro Bates on December 17 1921.
Mrs. C. T. Haskett, longtime Fredericksburg resident before moving to New Hampton, died suddenly at her home last evening. The 72 year old former teacher had been ill in the afternoon. her husband heard a crash and found her unresponsive. Believed heart disease caused death. Funeral arrangements not announced.
A. M. Neal of Sigourney was elected president of the Southeastern Iowa Retail Lumbermen's Association at its Ottumwa session, succeeding John Wormhoudt. W. H. Jasper of Newton and W. A. Hudler of Leighton were re elected secretary and treasurer. Directors for three years include A. L. Dice West Liberty EH Kuyper and H B Wormhouse Ottumwa. Charles Lyons Fairfield becomes Jasper's two year director. The session ends tonight with a banquet at Hotel Ottumwa.
Onawa Iowa February 1 George C Holbrook vice president of First Trust Savings bank and noted insurance man collapsed and died in a local barbershop. He was 55 and survived by his widow son Norris and daughter Helene, son of late B D Holbrook pioneer banker.
Des Moines reports the Gallagher censorship bill is in a police regulation subcommittee and unlikely to advance. The subcommittee, led by Representative Elliot Davenport, is unanimously opposed, with a report for indefinite postponement likely.
Creston Ta Feb 1 Alice Atkinson 16 daughter of George B Atkinson says she was kidnapped by a man in an automobile last night eight miles from town but escaped when the car stalled No motives are known for the abduction.
Tomu Stewart a farmer and Joan Austin his employee face first degree murder charges in connection with the slaying of Albert Girardi a moonshine seller whose body was found beaten in his car near the Stewart farm Dimaha. The indictments were issued by the county grand jury after an argument over payment. A preliminary hearing is set for next Tuesday in district court.
Sioux City Iowa February 1 Knute Williams 40 and Grvble Simpson 21 farmers of Duncombe Iowa were found dead in a gas filled room of a rooming house both jets were on full force Their deaths raise the local toll since January Kostven John Schacter Crofton Nebraska died yesterday in a local hotel from the same cause His roommate Peter Klein schmidt Fordyce Nebraska is in serious condition
Cedar Rapids Iowa February 1 Joseph Havebieck employed at the J G Cherry company was found dead in his bed after an absence since Saturday. A number of bottles containing alcohol were found in his room. The coroner's jury leans toward death by own action but considers poison liquor possible. A postmortem examination will be held today.
Des Moines February 1 The State Insurance company with headquarters here plans to quit business within 30 days, decided by stockholders at a meeting yesterday. Policy holders and stockholders will be amply protected under the liquidation plan. The company capitalized at 100000 was organized in 1916.
The Ottumwa fire of unknown origin leveled the Clark real estate firm upstairs causing about 12100 in losses. Most impact fell on Barden clothing and shoe store and Barber and Clark real estate upstairs. The blaze left damage concentrated in the upper floor of the building.
H H Seerley president of Iowa State Teachers college spoke to Lions at Black’s leadership luncheon. He condemned the lock step idea that all children must reach identical mental and physical levels and stressed education’s business side. He urged Lions to engage with Waterloo schools, noting continual needs for new buildings and equipment and the major financial scope of public education.
Chicago news reports the Loop landmark at LaSalle and Randolph streets will be demolished to make way for a new 20 story office building costing about 8 million dollars. The project, financed by a syndicate, aims to finish by May 1, 1924 and promises an entirely exterior column design.
Omaha judge grants Lila Todd a divorce from Lyle Todd after she testifies her husband never saw their four month old baby. The judge says their youth contributed to their life failure and questions linger on the couple’s whereabouts in Omaha while a film company employee confirms Lila’s employment.
Springfield Mass February 1 Three men are dead after a storage tank explosion at Springfield Gas Lighting Company. Henry Eguor 40 is identified among the dead. John urenlopalr and John Stapleton died in hospital. About 40 people injured as debris struck workers and passersby. Fire followed the blast and firefighters formed a cordon around wreckage as flames were contained.
Henry Clews, 83, noted banker and bond agent for Lincoln era, died of acute bronchitis at his New York home. He authored Fifty Years in Wall Street and was a prominent financier. His wife and a niece were at his bedside when he passed. Funeral arrangements planned for Grace Protestant Episcopal Church in New York.
Pittsburgh Pa February 1 Pennsylvania crude oil and other eastern market grades rose 10 cents a barrel for the fourth time this year. A forecast predicted oil would reach four dollars within 30 days. New prices listed include 7 Pennsylvania 3.65 Cabell 2.11 Somerset 2.30 Somerset Light 2.55 Ragland and Corning unchanged.
Washington senator McCumber charged in senate that many girls in the capital live in shadows of the city due to high cost of living. He blamed the condition on high rents and said proper nourishment is at risk.
Darton Ohio Feb 1 Mrs Testie Carter noted actress defends a suit by Charles W Saunders former liquor dealer who claims she owes 120 for wine bought in 1912 Hearing set for Feb 16
Chicago Feb 1 Morris Wilson a municipal court witness was fined 50 dollars after telling the judge he could not talk and insisting he was not done speaking. The judge ordered the contempt fine after Wilson claimed he would speak once finished.
Passengers left Waterloo in a car for Chicago's annual auto show and returned by 6 36 p m. Mr Morris stayed in Chicago for an oldtimers meeting of former automobile industry plotters. Returning travelers H F Rice H H Chapman and A G Johnson joined in Clinton and Cedar Rapids segments. Cedar Rapids to Waterloo road was poor, slowing travel. The auto show drew larger crowds and impressed visitors with a galaxy of cars.
The Knights of Maccabees hosted a entertainment evening at Ben Hur hall for members and guests. A program featured songs by Miss Kettwig and Miss Dorothy Fergeman, readings by Miss Hunt and Roy Hansen, violin by John Wairweather, dances by Marjorie Johns, readings by Miss Helene Axtell, and Scotch songs by Rodney Finlayson, followed by refreshments directed by Harry Fergeman and dancing.
An advertisement urges use of Mulsified cocoanut oil shampoo over harsher soaps to avoid drying the scalp. It claims the pure greaseless shampoo creates rich lather, cleanses dust and oil, and leaves hair bright and manageable. Available at drug stores, inexpensive and long lasting for the family.
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