Settlement Filed In E T Hunt Versus Waterloo Railway Case
A stipulation of settlement in the E. T. Hunt vs. Waterloo Cedar Falls Northern Railway case sets payments totaling 4538.80 with staged cash dates from March to August 1914 to E E Hasner Edwards Longley and others. Deputy Auditor Welker reports 1913 poor relief costs at 19730.48, including site and hospital costs, minus 1812 comparisons, plus board of health at 7635.68.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. T. Hunt
Waterloo, Cedar Falls & Northern Railway
E. E. Hasner
Independence
Hasner
E. W. Miller
Edwards & Longley
Welker
Board of Health
New Political Club Organized in Waterloo
A Just Government league formed at A R Stillwagon's office in the Lafayette building to promote progressive candidates for Waterloo and Black Hawk county offices. Officers include President P E Ritz Secretary Fred Wray and Treasurer H R Addington. About fifty members attended with ~100 expected to enroll. meetings move to Carpenter's hall on Wednesdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Just Government League
A. R. Stillwagon
Lafayette
Jeague
Waterloo
Black Hawk County
Carpenter’s Hall
Fourth Street West
P. E. Ritz
Fred Wray
H. R. Addington
Ritz
Wray
Leavitt & Johnson Bank
Addington
Ilinois
26 Saved From Wrecked Steamship Enion Vine
The steamship Enion Vine, under Captain Richardson, sank in Masoga gulf Portland canal after a heavy snowstorm struck a rock. Twenty six Parsons were rescued and landed at Prince Rupert aboard the Venture after reaching Arran dale cannery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Rupert
B.C
Enion Vine
Richardson
Masoga Gulf
Portland Canal
Parsons
Arrandale Cannery
Harris Bound Over for Grand Jury in Waterloo Burglary
Tom Harris was bound over to the grand jury under bonds of 1000 dollars after a preliminary hearing before Judge J. U. Meyers. The information charges Harris with grand larceny for burglarizing the William Kuiper hardware store in Waterloo north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harris
Tom Harris
J. U. Meyers
William Kuiper
Waterloo
Foley Cathartic Tablets advertised for quick relief
An old advertisement promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets to relieve cold symptoms constipation and headache. It claims prompt thorough cleansing with no unpleasant effects and sells a whole bottle for 25 cents. Also mentions mining tonnage and a lump goals note in the ad.
Glass Denied Seat in Senate Amid National Debate
Washington February 5. Frank P. Glass Alabama publisher was denied a Senate seat 32 to 31 for filling the vacancy caused by Senator Johnston’s death. The ruling upheld that popular election amendment must be followed and that vacancies be filled only by election or governor appointment as allowed by the legislature. The highly publicized bid drew support from President Wilson and observers speculated about liquor interests and admin leaders shifting votes in a controversial two day campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Frank P. Glass
Alabama
Senate
Johnston
Glass
O'Neal
Blair Lee
Maryland
Glags
Birmingham
Wilson
James
Kentucky
Hobson
Underwood
Bristow
Through Orange Groves in Auto
Austin Burt his wife and daughter returned home from a several weeks pleasure trip to southern California where they stayed with Prof. A W Bartlett and family They report good health and a fine trip Mrs Bartlett and daughter Ruth joined them and will visit Winona Minnesota before returning Ruth will travel on later Harvesting of the orange crop was in full swing during the Burts trip and they toured the orange producing country on an eight hundred fifty mile auto journey Severe storms had washed out railroads but they managed to travel by car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin Burt
California
Burts
New Styles Freakish At Chicago Garment Expo
Funny balloon fronts and odd rears resembling the ancient bustle appear in the Chicago Garment Manufacturers association annual show. Slit skirts dominate with flap options, pockets in street wear, some hip pockets large enough for a derringer, and 1914 model elements included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chicago Garment Manufacturers’ Association
Woman Heads G. E. P. Task Des Moines Iowa
Emma K. Blaise, long time pardon clerk to the Iowa governor, is chosen by the Republican state central committee to head the reorganizing work for the party in Iowa. State Chairman Chas A. Rawson announced the appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Republican Party
Republican State Central Committee
Chas. A. Rawson
Emma K. Blaise
East High girls to contest class basketball title
Girls teams form at East High: seniors Hazel Hanlon Marion Cooley Julia Peek Mildred Fairbanks Mary Devor Agnes Dunham Sarah Sager lead a senior team. Juniors Ruth Fairbanks Cecil Renn Madeline Hutcheson Lucile Knerr Lucile Geigmar Nora Dietel Lucile Bentley Pauline Hekel make up the junior squad. Freshmen and sophomores to name five players soon as tournament shapes up for the class championship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ASS Daskeldale
East High School
Hazel Hanlon
Marion Cooley
Julia Peek
Mildred Fairbanks
Mary Devor
Agnes Dunham
Sarah Seger
Ruth Fairbanks
Cecil Renn
Madeline Hutcheson
Lucile Kner
Lucile Geigmar
Nora Dietel
Lucile Bentley
Pauline Hekel
Parcel post delivers two year old child across state line
Eugene Alexander, a two year old boy weighing 18 pounds, was sent by parcel post from Stratford Oklahoma to Wellington Kansas, a 25 mile journey. The rural mail carrier handled him with butter, eggs, lottery and newspapers. Postage was 18 cents and stamps were pinned to him as he traveled to visit relatives in Wellington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoy
Parcel Post
Stratford
Eugene Alexander
Hia Town
Wellington
Kan
City in Brief Highlights Local Trips and Social Notes
Local residents make business trips to Reinbeck Des Moines Cedar Rapids and Reinbeck. Social clubs meet at homes with bridge games and auctions while Lincoln county clergy and educators attend meetings and institutes. A rum mage sale and regional retail convention are noted along with hospital visits and licenses to wed.
Yormer Resident Dear Held Friday Doa
The obituary notes former resident Mrs. H. D. Uhyvist of 6 Bayard Street, formerly lived on Commerce Street, active in the Fle Congregational church. She resided in Waterland before moving to Parnes Creek. A memorial service was planned for Friday morning at 1486.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rayon
Parnes Crees
Waterlan
Cormmerchad
Fle
Congregational Chiral
Bayard Street
Man
Scientific farmer Fred McCullack visits Hartwick city
A farmer named Fred McCullack from Hartwick toured the city today pushing a tract and meeting I Bowman and friends. He is active with other farmers, sharing methods for modern farming and keeping up with local Wake and Msliene dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred McCullack
Hartwick
I. Bowman
McCullark
Urge Farmere
Bernie Properouk
Dora
Waterloo Medical Society Hosts Dr. MacCrae on Surgical Diagnosis
A large Waterloo Medical Society gathering at the YMCA heard Dr. Donald MacCrae Jr. of Council Bluffs discuss a Place for More Careful Examination and Better Surgical Diagnosis. The meeting began a planned series with visiting physicians and a joint meeting with Waterloo Dental Society contemplated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo Medical Society
Donald MacCrae, Jr
Council Bluffs
Waterloo Dental Association
Further Saving for P C Patrons
Postmaster Kenly announces an order from the department easing postage for printed matter. The amendment to Section 463 of the Postal Law reduces costs for bulk mailers by changing rates for miscellaneous printed matter and fourth class parcels within weight limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenly
Amateurs at the Majestic Win Prizes in Talent Night
At the Majestic last night a variety show featured four acts with a total commercial value of ten dollars. De Vince LeRoy opened the bill with mirthless humor, Freezi Chaff imitated piano and earned a dollar for five minutes, Roy Thomas did acrobatic feets and finished as runner up, and ten year old Donna Cooley won first prize as violinist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Majestic
de Vince LeRoy
Freezi
Roy Thomas
Withal
Donna Cooley
Mason Hamlin Grand Piano Featured at Recital
Christine Miller will perform at First Methodist Church with a Mason Hamlin grand piano. The event marks reportedly the first public use of such an instrument in the city and ticket sales remain brisk as a monster crowd is expected. Miss Miller arrives tomorrow at 9 30 in the morning for the recital and the church men praise the public reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christine Miller
First Methodist Church
Sam Jones Receives Chance to Repay Found Five Dollar Bill
Sam Jones, a colored man, was given a chance to return five dollars after he kept a woman's lost bill found in a store. He argued no address was on the bill so he could not locate the owner. The judge released him on recognizance to raise the money and vowed to stay jailed if he left town without repayment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Jones
Jones
Joan
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Druggists
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as effective for babies and adults with the druggist's confidence. WV W Nersmith of Statesboro GA testifies he uses and sells it without fail. Also notes KEV and BESS will speak on TV and church youth events at the M G A with planned music and a Sunday afternoon gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
W. Nersmith
Statesboro
Kev
Bess
Key TV
Reas
A. M. E. Church
Horshan
Prof Wright Delivers Eloquent Talk at Fortnightly Forum
Large crowd gathered at the Universalist church for the Fortnightly club forum. Prof D Sands Wright of the State Teachers College spoke on Lincoln noting his humble roots, love of books, candlelight study, and his character and leadership. The next forum, postponed due to Miga Lay’s illness, will be held March 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Universalist Church
Newton
Cedar Rapids
Lincoln
D. Sands Wright
State Teachers’ College
Miga Lay
Jesup News Briefs and Local Notices
Birth announced for a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. John Braund. Local social news covers visits, guests from Waterloo and Independence, and family movements. Weddings include Fred Louis Kline and Martha Ulm at Independence Lutheran church. Community groups report officers elected in Buchanan No. 158 and Farmers Mutual Telephone Co. details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesup
John Braund
M. C. Young
Sara Sherman
Waterloo
Jean Anderson
Elizabeth Lochead
I. BE. Hull
C. A. Emerson
Main Street
B. Y. P. U. Society of the Baptists
William Brown
William Ham
Independence
H. B. Ham
Amos Haskins
Benita Barger
H. Grout
Muscatine
A. Comfort
Texas
Ladies’ Aid Society of the Baptist Church
A. Eastman
Edward Sampson
C. S. Sheridan
Clifton Earley
Bristow
S. Hasbrook
C. E. Society of the Presbyterian Church
Harry Green
Ladies’ Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church
A. B. Laird
John Sherman
Gon. George
W. M. Robe
Ilda Russell
E. Alexander
Littleton
Chris Hohl
Toronto
Canada
Jacob Hohl
G. W. Dickinson
Hecker
Margaret Hohl
Jay
Henry Hohl
Fred Louis Kline
Martha Ulm
F. Ulm
Westbury
Buchanan
N. G
H. L. Thomas
V. G
Chris Nelson
James Lochead
Cc. R
Sheldon E Trumbauer
Norman
Winthrop
A. W. Werman
EB. E. Collins
Carl Yeager
Fred Shelly
The
Farmers' Mutual Telephone Company
Alvin Oliver
Pretty Home Wedding in Peak Residence
A pretty home wedding united Hazel Peak and Frank Thompson Wednesday evening in the Peak home. Rev. C A Eastman officiated. A four course supper followed as relatives and friends witnessed the vows and celebrated the couple’s future. The newlywed couple received many gifts and warm wishes from a large gathering. A Friday evening reception at the Presbyterian church honored Rev. A C Knapp and Mrs Knapp with a program and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casca Ces
Deane Ree
M. H. Peak
Mies Hazel
Frank Thompson
C. A. Eastman
The
Baptist Church
R. L. Bordner
A. G C. Knowles
Myrtle Bagvistos
W. W. Blasier
the Baptist Church
Marjorie Marsh
Agnes Bissell
Sacha Hood
Lorena Holcomb
Sullivan
Shady Grove
Daniel Peck
Social club events fill afternoon with talks songs and parties
The Women's Missionary society of First Baptist met at Mrs. Cole's home on Fourth Street West with discussions on Barnes' New America and immigrant topics led by Mrs. Nichols Pett and Grout. Auxiliary of Westminster Presbyterian met at Mrs. Walker's with WC A secretary Miss Jones speaking. pre nuptial party honored Miss Genevieve Fitzpatrick. Dorcas and Grace Church women held study and meetings with Home Missionary discussion and a postponed event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church
W. R. Cole
Fourth Street West
Bchlaberg
Barnes
New America
W. Nichols
G. Pett
Frances Grout
H. A. Fisher
W. Clapp
Marjorie Thompson
J. Easley
Blanche Edwards
M. C. Vaughn
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Westminster Presbyterian Church
A. L. Walker
Third Avenue West
W. ©. Denman
Miss Jones
Fred Pettit
Dorcas Society
First Baptist Church
Henry Nauman
Women's Societies of Grace M. E. Church
Home Missionary Society
F.C. Sage
May settlement eyed in Davia fire loss case
Insurance adjusters tied to Paul Davia company stock met with merchants in the city today. A complete settlement of the fire loss involving Russell Lamson building risks was anticipated before nightfall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell-Lamson
Paul Davia Company
Local Fives to Play Tomorrow in City Matches
East High visits Cedar Falls to face the Falls while West High meets Cedar Rapids at the Y M C A gym. Cedar Rapids leads with only one loss this season, a defeat at Davenport, and West High shows strong early form. Curtain raisers precede the main games and a novel student ticket plan is tested for the Mt. Vernon game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West High
Cedar Rapids
East High
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Davenport
Whiteside
Mt. Vernon
Briggs
Miller
Becker
Berry
Reed
Sage
Mt. Vernon High School
Miners Executive Board Meets in Denver
Western Federation of Miners officials gather for semi annual session in Denver to discuss routine matters and the Michigan copper miners strike and to consider expediting congressional investigations. President Chas Moyer attends amidst pending indictments. Also advertising Franklin coal offer at bottom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
The
Western Federation of Miners
Michigan Copper Miners
Congressional Investigation
Michigan
Chas. H. Moyer
Houghton County
Mich
Moyer
Senate considers immigration bill with literacy test
Washington Feb 5 The Burnett immigration bill with a proposed literacy test was before the senate for final consideration after passing the house. Supporters expect swift passage but President Wilson's stance is awaited with speculation. Public hearings may follow before signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Senate
House
Wilson
Taft
Cleveland
Enjoy skating party at H. H. club gathering
The H. H. club held a skating party last evening and was entertained at the home of Miss Alvirida Beckius. A three course luncheon followed. A musical program featured Misses Matilda Miller Anna Duchenwald Tressa Kuschnick and Irma Wagner. In two weeks Miss Phoebe Bach will entertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hudson
H. H. Club
Misa Alvir
Dia Beckius
Matilda Miller
Anna Duchenwald
Tressa Kuschnick
Irma Wagner
Phoebe Bach
Coal price compare ad contrasts soft coal with cheaper rival
An advertisement touts 14-50 soft coal and contrasts it with a rival's cheaper coal offering. The copy emphasizes price advantage and urges customers to choose the “Dim” brand over the competitor's cheaper option.
Also Mentioned on This Page
NEW Political Club
Arles
Asrete
Huchanan
Paul Talbott
Reinbeck
Burton Be, Wilson
C. R. Mutheson
John Dowding
Court House
la Porte City
N. B. Maynard
Iowa Electrical Association
M. L. Bowman
Cascade
Farmers’ Institute
King's Daughters of Christ’ Episcopal Church
J. D. Perry
Rend
Ore
Walter H. Smith
St. Louis
National Bank Examiner
T. R. McCoy
Mason City
Ralph Law
Herman Teigler
Webster City
Charles R. Gates
Beppler Avenue
Bure A. Dean
Franklin Street
Presbyterian Hospital
J. G. Meggison
Acco Normia Club
Saxon Street
F. ©. Aken
Corning
City
Baltimore Street
State Convention of Retail Clothiers
Mary Clark
Fremont Street
Esther Seerley
Pres. H. H. Seerley
Claude Ecully
Marshalltown
H. O. Hitchens
P. W. Belangee
Ellowene Dimick
Extra
Sue Tanner
Miss Tanner
H. B. Koh
Paes
Patti Lindner
South Street
A.l. Alexander
C. W. Robertson
Sadie Banka
Marenuka Club
Grant Avenue
Bertha Bennett
Leste Allyaan
Hart
Yormer
P. C
Mason
Failin F. Patterson
Laura Miller
Wesley Day
Marcare
Goldsberry
Joan Winkle
Matin Wester
Raymond
Riotert E. Lee
Jane J. Welch
Fairbank
Pasate
Prof. Wright
F. W. Stevenson
C. L. Bright
C. ¢. Bionsche
W. C. Kenney
Socuety News
I. D. A. Club
Fitzpatrick
J. N. Mullany
Hammond Avenue
Genevieve Fitzpatrick
Stephen BE. Mullany
Cedar
Business Girls
M. BE
Walnut Street Baptist Church
Miners’ Executive
Franklin
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