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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1920

Page

11

67 Cents For Eggs Too Low Says Home Adviser in Illinois

Chicago February 5. Mrs Mary B Dalberg home adviser Mc Henry county says 67 cents a dozen for fresh eggs is too low Farmers will boycott the Chicago market rather than sell at that price in a letter to Mrs Joseph T Bowen head of the womens committee Mrs Bowen replies fair weather has increased the egg yield and no reason for higher prices.

Chicago Mary B. Dalberg McHenry County Dullberg Joseph T. Bowen

Aviators Landing In Mexico Prompt Diplomatic Protest

Mexico City reports details of the Feb 5 landing at Nacozari Sonora by American aviators Lieut L M Welf and G L Usher. The foreign office seeks data for a protest to Washington and notes prior landings. William C Jerking US consular agent at Puebla undergoing official recognition by the Mexican foreign office.

Mexico City Nacozari Sonora L. M. Welf G. L. Usher Foreign Office Washington William C. Jerking United States Puebla Mexican Foreign Office Democrata

Obituaries Render Memorial Hospital Deaths and Viewpoints

Multiple obituaries list deaths at Memorial hospital including Thomas Cotronis 33 from influenza and Jacob Hirth described as without relatives. bodies to O'Keefe Towne mortuary for burial in Reinbeck and Fairview. Dallas Lampman 19 from Rusholt arrives in Waterloo for burial homeward. Ezra J. Noss head to Dunkerton for 2:30 p.m. services. Ella G Stevenson to Waterloo for services at First Congregational Church.

Thomas Cotronis Memorial Hospital Turkey America Nicholas Brothers Savoy Cafe O'Keefe & Towne John Panos Fairview Jacob Hirth O'Keefe, & Towne Reinbeck Germany Reinbach Wenner Ella G. Stevenson Waterloo Tombrvoy First Congregational

Chandler Diehl dies of pneumonia at San Antonio

Chandler Diehl, son of Charles Diehl publisher of the San Antonio Light, and former Associated Press assistant general manager, died today after an eight day illness from pneumonia. One interment will be in San Antonio. Also reports from Central America note Honduran unrest lack credibility per Honduran consul Valasquez, with Managua dispatches mentioning a new revolutionary outbreak in Honduras. Temperatures listed by Buchanan Optical Co. for February 7.

Chandler Associated Pries San Antonio Tex Chandler Diehl Charles Diehl The San Antonio Light Associated Press Anama Honduras Senor Valasquez Managua Nicaragua

Train collision near Perrigny Sur Vernon claims lives

Fifteen workers were killed and 30 injured in a collision between a passenger and a freight train near Perrigny Sur Vernon two miles east of Thinn. The crash disrupted service as emergency crews responded to the scene.

Roof blaze at 414 Third Street East injures minimal damage

Fire crews responded to a small roof fire at 414 Third Street East at 2 34 p m yesterday. The incident caused little damage and no injuries were reported.

Third Street

Candidate’s Burlesque Expenditure Report in Clarion

A Clarion county candidate filed a humorous but factual expense report for not being elected. It lists personal misfortunes, donations, social acts, miles walked, people met, lies told, revivals attended, and 39 dog bite instances, culminating in a loss by 353 votes.

Clarion Clarion County

Hungry magpies attack freezing Montana cattle

Swarms of hungry magpies are attacking half frozen range cattle in parts of Montana per farmer messages to the Bugle Miner. Birds peck brands and wounds worsen due to cold and hunger. hundreds are said to be dying, with one farmer killing 17 cattle to save the rest.

Bute Mont Montana Bugle

White Clean Thru Ad Praises Dead Horse in Rockford

A Rockford dairy firm ran an unusual memorial ad captioned White Clean Thru praising a horse that died after 20 years with the company. The ad certified its record and noted the horse was as familiar with delivery routes as the drivers, reflecting a public tribute to loyalty.

Rockford

Waiter and investor face court over $1000 tip dispute

Henry Gus sel waiter and Fred Warren investor debated a $1000 bond said to be a tip. The waiter claimed Warren gave the bond. Warren denied it and suggested civil court. The judge advised litigating the matter there if desired as part of a hotel gathering.

Watter San Francisco Henry Gussel Fred Warren Warren

Man seeks 6-foot-plus bride in odd Chicago notice

A Greek-born, 30 year old man from Gary Indiana seeks a wife in a Chicago letter to his lawyer Wallace of 2204 Michigan Avenue. He asks only that the woman be more than six feet tall and a correct lady, listing his details and modest income. The story promises an interview and a wedding kiss if results follow.

Chicago Wallace Michigan Avenue America Greece Ag Sans Dictor Washington Streeet Gary Ind.n. B

One-Third of Sandwich Fire Department Quits Over Pay

In Sandwich Ontario one third of the nine member fire department resigns citing salaries and outdated equipment. Chief Murphy seeks over 33 dollars a year with comparisons to a 200 dollar hall caretaker salary. Assistant Chief Duchen asks more than 23 dollars and the secretary 18 increased. The six remaining stay on duty as talks begin with council.

Sandwich Ont Murphy Duchen Coun

Wife held as murderer in arsenic death exhumation

Lake City Mich Mrs Bassie Lininger is charged with murdering her husband Howard Lininger who died in August and whose body was exhumed University of Michigan chemists found arsenic in the remains after an examination that began December 1 1923 The case was abruptly closed by the chemists report.

Lake City Mich Bassie Lininger Howard Liningeat University of Michigan

Justice Denies Motion to Quash Charges in Murder Case

Justice JA Terry denies defense bid to quash, asserting sufficient evidence of murder. Defense argued arrest based on information and belief with no link to defendant. Mrs. Uiningar set for January trial.

JA. Terry Mra Uiningar

Hubby Draws Line Over Shedding Shoes At Home

In Pittsburgh Maine a housewife known for extreme neatness enforces strict shoe removal before entering the house. Her husband, Bill, pushes back as she lists items left in dining rooms and notes years of removing shoes at the door. The heated moment ends with a stormy exchange.

Fittsburgh Mia Hicks Maine Gronan Vhatta

Sailors and Superstitions Mark Bon Voyage Traditions

Sailors cling to charms and tattoos for luck at sea. Wind bands and maidens sold at ports are common. butterfly shoulder tattoos are prized for good fortune. a pie tattoo on the foot is said to ensure not drowning. Old seafarers spin tales linking fate to superstition.

Searcy High Declares Defense Uniforms For War

In Little Rock Arkansas Searcy High School will require blue denim overalls for boys and cotton stockings for girls as wartime dress. Supt Woodward bans silk stockings and notes the effort is to curb cost of living during the war.

Little Rock Ark Searcy High School Supt Woodward

Mayor Burton Recovers Large Duck Flight On Ice

George J. Burton, mayor of South Haver, spots a flock of ducks over the river. They land, freeze in river ice, and he frees one as the others and the ice yield, allowing him to capture the entire flock.

South Haver N. J George J. Burton Murtyldg Burton Sca Ivo

Dog burial sparks protest in Concordia

Residents of Ne-Jolt gather petitions after authorities bury Dr D O Brians dog Jack in Himwool cemetery. The action prompts local protests and council discussions as residents question the burial decision and seek clarification from officials.

Concordia Kan Ne- Jolt Dr. D O'Brian Jack Himwool

Dog reinterred after court review at Elmwood cemetery

The dog's body was removed from Elmwood cemetery and buried in the doctor's backyard after six attorneys, special referees and a district court judge studied the legal angle. Jack, who died a year ago, had a unique chair and dining habits, and his grave bore a silver nameplate beside a flower pile before the dog was moved.

Jack Fan Jy Elmwood Cogmeery

Also Mentioned on This Page

Home Adviser Illinois Mexico Dallis Lampman William J. Lampman Dallas Lampman Memorial Hall Rusholt Britt, Ta Waterloo Galloway Earl William Maud Myrtle Robert H. Rae Mulberry F. A. Ras. la Porte Rae Omaha O'Keefe &Towne Ezra Py Buchanan Optical Ca John Keramer John Kramer Washington, D. C Ohio House of Representatives Courier House Naval Committee New York Pyramid Drug Company Sas Pyramid Mershall Mitch Rome Sar Baens Oorrkod Laws Pranoo-Ckeek Hubby A Chalmers Chalmers Harry Padden Auto Co Sixth Franklin Streets Bleol Oxford Black Mawk Banic Bldg Western Electric Good Housekeeping Institute J. J. Caestecker Rts U. S Hays East Fifth ST
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