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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1923
Page
7
Washington dispatch notes Harding bears the burden of party sins while his public standing remains low due to political maneuvering. The piece argues his temperament, not policy, keeps support weak and suggests conditions may shift before any renomination.
The Courier should be delivered to your home before 6 30 oclock. If you fail to receive your copy by that time due to cartier bay error or other cause, call 5100 and a replacement copy will be provided. Calls must reach the office before 6 30.
Mexican interior department considers deportation of Clara Phillips for immigration violations after her Los Angeles jail escape and murder conviction. An undercover secret service agent tracked her to Juarez with officials confirming potential deportation if she enters Mexico. El Paso detectives Knaus Ellis and other officers aided the pursuit.
Fred Lundin, linked to a Chicago graft scheme, posted a 10000 bond in a case alleging fraud of 1 million dollars in school funds. He declined to be interviewed by reporters as his defense, led by Clarence Darrow, prepared for an immediate hearing after indictment review.
Wilma Mc Mullin, 39, a pretty and cynical woman, confessed to police that she acted as a lure for four bandits by listing 12 men including some married men she planned to charm for their money. She described a scheme with a "Love Queen" role and dates in cafes to size up targets. The four bandits remain under arrest.
The Lenroot Anderson farm credit bill gains final Senate approval by 69 to 0 after Senator Norbeck’s lone dissent is withdrawn. It authorizes up to 1.32 billion for agricultural loans through the farm loan system with 60 million of loan capital from the government and potential doubling. 1.2 billion could be raised through new tax debentures with Farm Loan Board approval.
Prof. Philip Fox of Northwestern University unveils a prism micrometer to measure the sun's atmosphere without a solar eclipse. Claims indicate hydrogen layer about 4000 miles deep and helium around 3200 miles.
A broad tax bill targets all corporations with Iowa franchises while excluding co operatives banks and building and loan associations. House members also push to limit code revision bills after February 5 and consider a unique gas tax proposal to aid roads. Iowa Vocational Ed funding would extend two years with extra aid, and mine workers face mandated washhouses and lockers.
Ardmore Okla Feb 4 The jury weighing the fate of Jeff Smith alleged participant in the Masked Mob murders at Wilson Oklahoma in December 1921 was reported deadlocked as deliberations resumed today The vote stood 7 to 3 for acquittal Smith is charged with being a member of two masked men responsible for the deaths of three men
Weather outlook shows snow in southern portion to start the week and over the district Friday. Temperatures stay below normal across the Upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys with generally cold conditions.
Detroit man Hyre 32 formerly from Fort Wayne Ind died from two gunshot wounds suffered during a restaurant holdup yesterday. His wife Mrs Herre rushed to Detroit upon word of the shooting and prepared for a blood transfusion operation before his death.
Des Moines reports Rep. Hauge of Polk introduced a nepotism bill in the house aimed at placing recruiting on merit. The measure mirrors a 2 year old proposal. it excludes jobs paying under 600 dollars annually and faces uncertain fate after a senate cutoff.
A severe wind storm struck Tate and Tunica counties in Mississippi injuring 16 people and causing extensive property damage. Six homes were destroyed at Savage with only one store standing amid flooding from the Cold Water river. dawn found residents wading to recover belongings as the storm moved from Evansville, Lake County, causing further destruction.
Federal warrants were issued for Otto Schroeder a wealthy commission merchant and his wife Jennie Schroeder on charges of evading income tax payments. They allegedly defrauded the government of more than $25 000. Several Chicagoans have been under investigation for months.
Wallace Reid motion picture star who died recently left an estate totaling about 50 000 dollars. Heirs listed are widow Dorothy Davenport Reid son Wallace Willian Reid Jr and adopted daughter Betty Anne. No will. main asset is his DeLongre avenue home with a 24000 dollar mortgage.
Chicago February 3 Mrs Nellie C Groesinger and Walter Jones were jailed charged with attempting to smuggle drugs into the county jail for Mrs Groesinger's husband awaiting transport to Leavenworth Federal Prison. Parcels of drugs were hidden in their clothing officials said.
Paris February 3. The League of Nations council faced a new menace as Lithuania vowed to resist the decision allowing Poland to occupy part of the neutral zone between the two countries. Lithuanian minister to Germany M Sidzikauskas warned force would be used, while France warned of a possible blockade. Poles planned to move in with troops, despite Lithuanian protests. The council had debated a joint occupation plan and the Lithuanians withdrew in protest, possibly awaiting Russian influence.
Washington Feb a. Losses from wartime railroad operations and postwar settlements will total about 1.26 billion in direct operation and capital claims plus 625 to 600 million paid to shortlines and Class 1 carriers. Davis says a large scale down in claims has begun and only a few carrier disputes remain. The report forecasts no further appropriations needed to finish liquidations.
Senator Heflin of Alabama attacked newspaper representatives in the Senate press gallery claiming coverage did not tell the whole truth. He warned he might bar representatives of the subsidized press from galleries if the behavior continued.
Seismographs at St Ignatus Observatory in Neveland report the strongest shocks yet, with 11 22 a m readings and wide instrument fluctuations. Georgetown University notes tremors of tremendous proportions with needles knocked off the record. University of Utah seismograph records shocks trending southeast for nearly two hours as conditions grow violent.
Manuel Crizas, a World War veteran, shot his wife Cora and Rolla Pearman on a downtown Denver street last night. Crizas said he meant to identify his wife’s companion, not to harm them, and Pearman claimed he did not know Mrs. Crizas was married. The wife was wounded fatally suspected and Pearman seriously injured.
Preparations in Savannah Georgia for a homecoming march of the Eighth Infantry unit known as the American Watch on the Rhine. The St Mihiel army transport will bring back the soldiers and 68 German wives who accompany them. The troops are due to arrive Wednesday.
In San Francisco on February 2 3 500 to 4 000 loyal Southern Pacific shopmen mechanical workers and officials were paid bonuses totaling 560000 with amounts from 50 dollars upward for their loyalty during the shopmen's strike.
The report covers towns including Algona Charles City Cedar Rapids Davenport Des Moines Dubuque Mason City and Wa verly. Roads vary from fair to rough with deterioration increasing southward after thaws and notable snowfall.
Chicago February 3 Mrs P I Kavanagh entered the downtown office of her husband P H Kavanagh treasurer of the National Club of Athletics and shot him. The woman was hysterical when police arrived. He was wounded in the groin and in serious condition. Kavanagh cried I cant tell you more.
Wirest Rachal Jackson Laurence, daughter of Gen. Andrew Jacksons adopted son, was the last surviving member of the Hermitage household of Old Hickory. She died at 7 oclock this morning at Birdsong, her country home near Nashville, aged 90.
Luxor Egypt Feb 3 The famous golden couch of Tutankhamen raised from the tombs antechamber excites crowds of American and European visitors awaiting the body. The couch carved and supported by a hippo is moved in three sections after 3000 years in darkness. The Egyptian government linked Travers Allen murder to a robbery, not to recent political crimes.
Paris reports of a bloodless French victory in the Ruhr and Rhine land describe Germany’s resistence broken as a railway strike is called off. German notes protest reparations decisions while France aims to secure full payment and enforce Ruhr occupation as a consequence of defaults.
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